Monday, 02 June 2025 15:25

Plastic-to-Post Innovator Wins Top Prize at 2025 Marlborough Environment Awards

Written by  Staff Reporters
Jerome Wenzlick Jerome Wenzlick

A company transforming waste plastics into valuable vineyard posts took top prize at the 2025 Port Marlborough Marlborough Environment Awards.

“Future Post is an inspiring example of Kiwi innovation at its best,” the judging panel said when presenting the Supreme Award.

“They’ve taken a pressing environmental issue – plastic waste – and turned it into a profitable, scalable solution that benefits multiple sectors, including agriculture, viticulture and infrastructure. Their dedication to continuous improvement, environmental responsibility and community engagement sets a new benchmark for sustainable enterprise in New Zealand.”

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