NINETYGO and Covestro Unveil R-GO Coffee Luggage Prototype, Cutting Carbon Emissions by 67% – Australian Business Announcements
SHANGHAI, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On Earth Day, global travel lifestyle brand NINETYGO, in strategic partnership with Covestro, a world-leading supplier of high-tech polymer materials, unveiled the R-GO Coffee Journey Series prototype at CHINAPLAS 2026. This next-generation luggage concept represents a breakthrough in circular design, with a commercial launch expected to debut first on Amazon.com in Q4 2026.
From Success to Revolution: The R-GO Evolution
Building on the global commercial success of NINETYGO's first-generation coffee luggage — currently available across North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia — the new R-GO Coffee Journey Series introduces a radical upgrade in material science.
While the original series pioneered the use of recycled coffee grounds mixed with polycarbonate (PC), the R-GO prototype integrates Covestro's premium post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials to reach a new frontier of environmental performance:
Carbon Footprint: Shells of a standard 20-inch carry-on are engineered to produce just 1.19 lbs (0.54 kg) of carbon emissions — a 67% reduction from the 3.4 lbs (1.54 kg) generated by traditional models.
A Journey of Balance and Innovation The R-GO series is designed to prove that eco-conscious engineering can coexist with premium durability. In rigorous internal laboratory simulations designed to replicate extreme travel conditions, the R-GO series demonstrated durability performance exceeding the key performance benchmarks of mainstream industry standards by 200%. These evaluations covered critical performance areas including structural impact resistance, telescopic handle fatigue, and multi-terrain wheel endurance — ensuring the series meets the brand's uncompromising quality benchmarks.
"Why NINETYGO? Because 100% is a destination, but 90 is a journey," stated a NINETYGO spokesperson. "100% implies something finished and static. We adhere to long-termism, focusing on constant innovation that evolves with the traveler. Our collaboration with Covestro allows us to achieve a seamless balance between environmental stewardship and high-performance engineering. We believe true sustainability is only achieved when eco-friendly innovation meets uncompromising durability and functionality."
Availability The production version of the NINETYGO R-GO Coffee Journey Series is expected to debut first on Amazon.com in Q4 2026, with broader global availability to follow.
NINETYGO is a global travel lifestyle brand owned by Shanghai Runmi Technology Co., Ltd., a majority-owned subsidiary of Korrun Co., Ltd. (300577.SZ).
Founded in 2005, Korrun is China's first A-share listed company in the luggage and bag industry. Driven by the vision of becoming a great innovative consumer goods company, Korrun operates across two segments: B2B and B2C. In B2B, Korrun is a global strategic partner to world-class brands including Nike, Adidas, and Decathlon, with advanced manufacturing bases in China, India, and Indonesia. In B2C, the company operates its independent brand, NINETYGO, partnering with top-tier suppliers like Covestro, DuPont, and YKK to deliver cutting-edge innovation and quality to travelers worldwide.
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