Faircraft secures $15.8 M for lab-grown leather development
Faircraft, a company specializing in lab-grown leather through innovative tissue engineering techniques, has raised $15.8 million in its latest funding round. The investment was led by a consortium of prominent…
Glowing textiles, fungi lamps: the world of biobased luxury
We look at the makers experimenting with natural materials for style-conscious markets that insist on aesthetic value along with sustainability and performance.
Acme Mills launches biobased PLA fabric line
Acme Mills has launched Natura, a new line of biobased polylactic acid (PLA) fabrics intended to replace traditional petroleum-based nonwovens such as PET, PP, and Nylon. This new product line…
Aerable introduces biobased underwear using Chitozen™ technology
Aerable has announced its focus on creating underwear that emphasizes comfort and protection through sustainable practices and innovative fabric technology. The brand’s key innovation, Chitozen™, consists of a blend of…
TômTex partners with designers for biodegradable vegan textiles production
TômTex, a company specializing in sustainable materials, has announced its official move into production through collaborations with designers Collina Strada and Allina Liu. The collaborative pieces created for their Spring/Summer…
UNCAGED Innovations launches ELEVATE: a sustainable leather alternative in partnership with global fashion brands
UNCAGED Innovations, a pioneer in the utilization of grains for sustainable leather production, has unveiled ELEVATE, a new luxury alternative to traditional leather. This initiative is part of The UNCAGED…
Birla Cellulose and Circ to enhance circular textiles
Birla Cellulose, the cellulosic fibres division of the Aditya Birla Group, has entered into a strategic partnership with Circ, a US-based innovator in textile-to-textile recycling. This collaboration aims to accelerate…
RUDOLF’s bio-based solutions elevate textile industry
Global specialty chemicals leader RUDOLF has unveiled a leap forward in sustainable textile performance with its HYDROCOOL® technology. This groundbreaking product line for moisture management introduces eco-friendly innovations through RUCO®-PUR…