Case study

AO 2026: Custom Compostable Cups for a2 Milk

In 2026, Exposurepack supplied custom AS5810 home compostable cups used across a2 Milk's on-site coffee service during the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.

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Supporting a2 Milk at AO 2026

Working within a multi-supplier event environment, Exposurepack was responsible for the production, printing, and delivery of compliant cup solutions that met strict operational, sustainability, and timing requirements.

This project supported a2 Milk's café and hospitality operations at Melbourne Park during the 2026 Australian Open, supporting a2 Milk's café and hospitality operations throughout the tournament.

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Project Scope

AS5810 certified - Home compostable cups meeting Australian standards

Custom production - Full production and printing cycle with brand compliance

Tight delivery windows - Pre-6am deliveries to meet event operations

Multi-supplier coordination - Seamless integration within complex event logistics

Reliability under pressure - Consistent supply throughout tournament operations

Behind-the-scenes support - Critical infrastructure for national event hospitality

Coffee, Tennis, Summer

Captured by the a2 Milk media team during the Australian Open, this footage shows fans enjoying great coffee while taking in the atmosphere of the tournament.

What most people don't see

Events like the Australian Open require suppliers who can deliver with precision timing. Every delivery window matters, and there's no room for error when operations start before dawn.

Delivery Process

Production
Custom printing and quality control of AS5810 certified cups

Overnight Storage
Secure staging and inventory management

Pre-6am Delivery
Timed delivery to Melbourne Park before operations commence

What it takes to deliver at this scale

Behind every cup served is a supply chain that must be invisible to guests. From production scheduling to overnight staging and pre-dawn delivery, every step requires careful coordination.

Project highlights

Certified home compostable cups

  • AS5810 Home compostable: aqueous lining

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