About

Packio is building the infrastructure for reusable logistics in Europe. We offer durable, smart packaging solutions that replace single-use boxes in e-commerce and intralogistics operations. Our packaging-as-a-service model enables businesses to reduce packaging waste, lower operational costs, and meet their ESG targets—without compromising performance. Born out of frustration with the wasteful last mile, we’ve designed our system from the ground up: rugged boxes, circular operations, and digital tools for tracking and optimization. We're not just another packaging company—we're enabling a shift to a circular logistics model.

Solution & Product

Our core offering consists of reusable packaging units—bags and boxes—engineered for 50+ reuse cycles, coupled with an IT platform that manages their circulation. Through our platform, clients can access real-time data, return rates, CO₂ savings, and customizable ESG reports. Our packaging works seamlessly across use cases: B2C returns, B2B transfers, or reverse logistics. The value is clear: businesses pay less per use compared to single-use packaging and gain access to data-driven insights that enable continuous optimization. In pilots with major retailers and logistics firms, we've already demonstrated over 30% cost savings and 60% packaging waste reduction.

Innovation & Scalability

Packio’s innovation lies in its holistic approach: physical product, digital infrastructure, and operational know-how in one integrated system. Our smart packaging can be serialized, tracked, and integrated into any WMS or ERP system. Unlike other players, we are not bound to one industry—our solution adapts across sectors (retail, fashion, pharmaceuticals, electronics) and across countries. Scalability is built into our model: through localized reuse hubs, reverse logistics partners, and modular SaaS tools, we can expand fast with low CAPEX and high asset utilization. Our design is protected under EU design law, and we’re exploring IP opportunities for our smart modules.

Traction & achievements

Since its launch in 2025, Packio has secured pilot projects with leading e-commerce and logistics companies. We've manufactured and tested 9 prototype iterations, validated performance in real-world logistics cycles, and finalized our first production-ready models. Our ESG reporting tools are already live, giving clients transparent insights. Our early results show promising retention and growing interest from both investors and strategic partners.

Team & Why Us

The founding team at Packio brings together deep expertise in product design, circular logistics, and scalable software systems. The company is led by Christos Raftogiannis. (CEO), who has a strong background in sustainability-focused startups and B2B growth. Christos Lytras. (COO/CFO) adds operational and financial depth, while Nikos Kotsioris (CTO) drives the technology strategy and infrastructure. They are supported by a wider team of logistics engineers, packaging experts, and tech advisors from leading industry players. What sets Packio apart is its dual focus on user experience and systemic efficiency—every detail is designed to make reuse simple, efficient, and scalable. Packio isn’t solving for a niche. It’s building a category-defining brand in circular logistics—and has already proven its ability to move fast, iterate quickly, and win major clients. With the right partners, the team is ready to scale across Europe.

Funding Needs

We are raising €500,000 in a pre-seed round to expand our production capacity, deploy our IT platform at scale, and onboard key customers in Greece. Funds will be allocated across tooling and manufacturing (35%), IT development and infrastructure (30%), sales and client success (20%), and operational rollout and logistics hubs (15%). This investment will enable us to scale from 20K to 200K packaging units in circulation and hit €1Μ in ARR within 18 months. We are offering SAFE notes with a discount for early investors and targeting mission-aligned angels, family offices, and early-stage funds focused on sustainability and the circular economy.