What is Ecologic Brands?
Ecologic Brands operates at the intersection of material science and industrial manufacturing, specializing in the production of custom, fiber-based packaging solutions. As a subsidiary of Jabil Packaging Solutions, the company leverages advanced engineering to transform discarded materials into high-performance containers, bottles, and trays. This market position allows Ecologic Brands to serve large-scale consumer brands that are increasingly under pressure to meet aggressive sustainability targets without compromising on structural integrity or aesthetic appeal. Their business model is centered on the circular economy, providing production-ready, scalable alternatives to traditional plastic packaging.
How much funding has Ecologic Brands raised?
Ecologic Brands has raised a total of $19M across 5 funding rounds:
Unspecified
$7M
Private Equity
$7.1M
Debt
$800K
Private Equity
$2M
Private Equity
$2.2M
Unspecified (2014): $7M with participation from Black Bear Partners, Kruger, DBL Partners, and Catamount Ventures
Private Equity (2014): $7.1M, investors not publicly disclosed
Debt (2015): $800K, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2015): $2M, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2016): $2.2M, investors not publicly disclosed
Key Investors in Ecologic Brands
Black Bear Partners
A firm focused on consumer-facing companies in the retail and CPG sectors, providing the leadership and capital necessary to accelerate growth for businesses with proven consumer relevancy.
Kruger
A major Canadian producer of recycled containerboard and sustainable packaging products with over a century of experience in renewable energy and cellulosic biomaterials.
DBL Partners
A prominent impact investing firm that specializes in clean tech and sustainability-oriented products, focusing on companies that deliver both economic returns and positive environmental outcomes.
What's next for Ecologic Brands?
Looking ahead, the strategic integration within Jabil Packaging Solutions positions Ecologic Brands to capitalize on the accelerating global demand for green supply chain alternatives. The recent capital injection is expected to facilitate further automation of their fiber-molding processes and the expansion of their manufacturing footprint to meet the needs of multinational CPG clients. As the regulatory landscape shifts toward stricter plastic reduction mandates, Ecologic Brands is well-positioned to lead the transition toward fiber-centric packaging, leveraging its established intellectual property and production capabilities to maintain a competitive edge in the sustainable materials market.
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