IF Coconut Brings Singaporeans Together to Co-Create 40 Ultra-Limited Merlion Collectibles from 1,200 Plastic Bottles
IF Coconut Brings Singaporeans Together to Co-Create 40 Ultra-Limited Merlion Collectibles from 1,200 Plastic Bottles
Senin, 27 April 2026 | 09:13
- IF Coconut unveils
TheIF-inity Movement in Singapore, transforming discarded bottles into ultra-limited collectible art through circular innovation.
1,200 discarded IF bottles transformed into 40 ultra-limited Fortune
Merlion collectibles, turning everyday plastic waste into rare,
design-led art pieces.
- Public as Co-Creators, where individuals can contribute plastic
bottles for a chance to co-create and own one of the exclusive
collectibles, unveiling on 29 April 2026 at Ocean Financial Centre.
- Circular innovation meets real-world impact, spotlighting
Singapore's 957 million kg plastic waste challenge (with only 5%
recycled) while showcasing a full recycling-to-3D-printing journey.
- One-of-a-kind Gold Edition for charity, to debut at Pop Toy Show
2026, with 100% proceeds supporting the Pan Pacific Conservation
Foundation
SINGAPORE -
Media OutReach Newswire
- 27 April 2026 – As Singapore accelerates efforts to tackle plastic
waste and advance its circular economy ambitions, IF, a globally
recognised coconut water brand established in Thailand and renowned for
its commitment to product quality and innovation, has launched The
IF-inity Movement. A first-of-its-kind initiative that transforms
post-consumer plastic into ultra-limited collectible art, while inviting
the public in Singapore to take part in the creation process through a
circular, community-led approach.
Anchored on the message "Turning Waste to Wonders," the campaign will culminate in a flagship public event on
29 April 2026 at Ocean Financial Centre Plaza Atrium from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM, where the brand will unveil
40 ultra-limited Fortune Merlion collectibles, each crafted from
recycled IF bottles and caps. Designed as both a cultural icon and a
sustainability statement, each piece embodies the transformation of
waste into something meaningful, bridging creativity, environmental
responsibility, and public participation.
Additionally, IF will unveil a one-of-a-kind Gold Edition Fortune
Merlion collectible, paired with a IF Coconut Magnet, at Pop Toy Show
2026 - one of Southeast Asia's largest and most influential collectible
and designer toy events, drawing thousands of creative fans, collectors,
and industry tastemakers each year. Exclusively featured at UNIPLAY's
booth, this single gold‑finished piece stands apart from the 40‑unit
collection not only for its craftsmanship but also for its purpose: 100%
of proceeds from its sale will be donated to the
Pan Pacific Conservation Foundation (PPCF) to support regional environmental protection and conservation efforts.
Inviting the Public into the Creation Process
Leading up to the main reveal on 29 April 2026, IF Coconut rolled out a
series of public activations from 2 to 28 April 2026, inviting the
community to participate directly in the recycling journey.
Members of the public also took part as Co-Creators to stand a chance to receive the ultra-limited IF-inity Fortune Merlion by:
Contributing at least 30 IF bottles (labels removed and cleaned)
Pre-registering by 17 April 2026.
Dropping off the cleaned empty bottles between 21–22 April 2026.
From these submissions, the first five entries were selected, subject to
meeting the eligibility and submission requirements, to receive the
ultra-limited IF-inity Fortune Merlion. Selected Co-Creators will also
be invited to attend the main event, where they will complete their
collectible by injecting and "snapping" their IF Coconut Magnet onto the
Merlion, marking the final step in transforming plastic waste into a
finished piece of art.
Beyond the Co-Creator programme, members of the public can also
participate as regular contributors by depositing any cleaned PET
bottles at IF-inity recycling pods located at
IF-inity Recycling Pods at 6 Battery Road, Singapore, 049909
"The IF-inity Movement was inspired by a simple belief - that small
actions, when multiplied across a community, can drive meaningful
environmental change. At IF Coconut, we saw an opportunity to transform
everyday waste, such as plastic bottles and caps, into something
purposeful. Through our collaboration with
UNIPLAY and PLASTIFY, we
are giving new life to discarded materials by reimagining them into
commemorative collectibles inspired by the Merlion, an iconic symbol of
Singapore. This initiative reflects our commitment to sustainability,
and we hope it will inspire more people to embrace circular practices
and contribute to a more sustainable future." said Pongsakorn Pongsak,
Chief Executive Officer of IFBH Limited.
The Grand Reveal: 40 Collectibles, One Community
The IF-inity Movement will culminate in a public event on 29 April
2026, which will feature the first unveiling of the IF-inity Fortune
Merlion collectibles, alongside an interactive recycling experience led
by PLASTIFY, where all attendees can "inject" and bring home their own
IF Coconut Magnet in 30 seconds.
For the five selected Co-Creators eligible for the IF-inity Fortune
Merlions, they will also take part in a special moment to complete their
collectible by "snapping" the IF Coconut Magnets onto the Merlion,
marking the final step in transforming waste into a finished piece of
art.
The 40 Fortune Merlion collectibles are not available for retail and
will be exclusively distributed as part of The IF-inity Movement,
including a limited number allocated to selected Co-Creators from the
public and one exclusive gold-edition at Pop Toy Show 2026.
Closing the Loop Through Waste and Merlion Metamorphosis
According to the
National Environment Agency, in Singapore alone,
957 million kg of plastic waste was generated in 2024, with only
5% recycled. Against this backdrop, The IF-inity Movement aims to
reframe waste not as an endpoint, but as the beginning of a new
lifecycle, demonstrating how collective action, design, and innovation
can come together to create impact.
At the heart of the initiative is a full lifecycle transformation
process that converts post-consumer plastic into limited-edition
collectibles. Through a multi-step journey, spanning bottle collection,
shredding, material processing, filament production, and 3D printing,
discarded plastics are reimagined into tangible works.
A total of 1,200 PET bottles and 600 HDPE caps (weighing 21.5kg in
total) are recycled into 40 ultra-limited Fortune Merlion collectibles
and accompanying IF Coconut Magnets. Each piece carries a symbolic
narrative of renewal, transformation, and shared responsibility.
If-inity Fortune Merlion with IF Coconut Magnets
The IF-inity Movement brings together a network of collaborators across
design, sustainability, and production. The Fortune Merlion collectible
is crafted using PET plastic filaments by
UNIPLAY, while
PLASTIFY leads the recycling of HDPE bottle caps into the magnetic IF Coconut. Supporting partners include
ASYPHER Studios (campaign strategist and orchestrators),
Advance Recycling (plastic shredding and material recovery),
Greenfinity (PET Plastic filament transformation), and
PlasticTinkers (3D printing).