Replacing Plastic.One Reed at a Time.
OHREED transforms reeds (Phragmites Australis) into biodegradable packaging that replaces plastic foam — made locally, scales globally.
Our Story
Born from the Shores of Lake Ohrid
In the lakeside city of Pogradec, OHREED was born from a belief that sustainable innovation can create a better future. Surrounded by a landscape shaped by nature and time, we found inspiration in the balance, resilience, and simplicity that define the world around us.
That inspiration became a mission: to rethink packaging and create solutions that reduce waste without compromising performance.
We are building a future where packaging works in harmony with the environment, not against it. Through responsible materials, innovative design, and a commitment to circular thinking, OHREED is helping replace conventional plastic foam with sustainable alternatives. Every step we take is guided by a simple idea: protecting the future begins with the choices we make today.
Our Purpose
Mission
Eliminate hidden plastic from packaging — one product, one industry, one supply chain at a time.
Vision
Lead Europe in bio-based packaging solutions that make plastic obsolete.
The Crisis
The Hidden Plastic Crisis
Most people don't realize: the packaging inside the box is often the most harmful part.
The packaging industry needs a revolution.
Hidden plastic inside shipping boxes, food containers, and electronics packaging is the next major environmental battleground.
Nature Engineered.
Planet Approved.
Three pillars that make OHREED the most credible alternative to plastic packaging.
Biodegradable by Nature
Every OHREED product fully decomposes within 6 months — no microplastics, no landfill legacy.
Zero Depletion
Built on renewable materials that regenerate naturally, helping reduce waste and preserve ecosystems for future generations.
Industrial Scale Ready
Our ReedFoam process mirrors EPS manufacturing — compatible with existing packaging lines.
"OHREED turns nature into next-generation packaging designed to leave protection behind — not pollution."
ReedFoam™
The world's first reed-based biodegradable foam packaging material
| Property | ReedFoam™ ✓ | Plastic Foam ✗ |
|---|---|---|
| Biodegradability | Yes (6 months) | No (500+ years) |
| Material Source | Reed (renewable) | Petroleum (fossil) |
| Carbon Footprint | Low (−70% vs plastic) | High |
| Recyclable | Compostable | Often not recycled |
| Cost | Competitive | Standard |
| Local Sourcing | Yes (Albania) | Global supply chain |
From Lake to Package
Reed Harvesting
Reeds are hand-harvested during seasonal growth cycles, with zero ecosystem disruption.
Raw Processing
Harvested reeds are cleaned, dried, and mechanically processed to extract pure cellulosic fiber.
ReedFoam™ Production
Fiber is mixed with bio-binders and processed through our proprietary foaming system to create ReedFoam sheets.
Quality Testing
Every batch undergoes compression, thermal, and biodegradability testing to meet industrial packaging standards.
Custom Packaging
ReedFoam is die-cut and shaped to client specifications, ready for direct integration into packaging lines.
Meet the Team
Segi Dikellari
Administration & Coordination
Keeping OHREED's operations organized and aligned across all departments.
Altea Jonusllari
Sales, Client Relations and Marketing
Building lasting partnerships and driving OHREED's brand across European markets.
Era Preza
Production and Operation
Overseeing manufacturing workflows from reed harvesting to finished product.
Markus Qose
Design and Product Development
Shaping the form and function of next-generation ReedFoam packaging solutions.
Stefi Thengjilli
Logistics and Supply
Ensuring timely, reliable delivery of materials and finished goods.