Our Beginning
Hiqagu started in a small warehouse in East London when three friends noticed the amount of plastic waste generated at summer festivals. They researched alternatives and discovered bagasse - a byproduct of sugarcane processing that can be pressed into sturdy plates and bowls.
The first order consisted of 5,000 plates delivered to a music festival in Brighton. Festival organizers reported that the tableware performed well throughout the weekend and composted within 12 weeks. This practical result led to more orders from event planners and catering services.