CovationBio launches first U.S.-made Sorona stretch bio-based fiber
Covation Biomaterials, known as CovationBio, has introduced Sorona elasterell-p fiber. Made with partially bio-based Sorona polymer, it is the company's first U.S.-produced bicomponent stretch fiber. The fiber is now commercially…
AMSilk and Ajinomoto expand partnership for industrial silk protein production
Biotech silk producer AMSilk has signed a long-term manufacturing and supply agreement with Ajinomoto Foods Europe (AFE), enabling the transition from industrial validation to dedicated large-scale production of its silk…
CovationBio debuts two bio-based textile materials in New York
Covation Biomaterials is showcasing two new bio-based materials at Functional Fabric Fair New York this week, targeting the performance apparel sector with drop-in alternatives to petroleum-derived inputs. The first is…
Fashion industry convened in Copenhagen to address sustainability
More than 1,000 fashion industry stakeholders convened in Copenhagen from 5-7 May for the Global Fashion Summit 2026. The event brought together brands, retailers, policymakers, manufacturers, and innovators to tackle…
PANGAIA launches new bio-based performance material
Fashion brand PANGAIA has released the Courtside Capsule, featuring a newly developed bio-based performance fabric that aims to reduce reliance on petroleum-derived materials in sportswear. The collection centers on (gaia)BioStretch,…
Ponda crowdfunding campaign to scale wetland-based insulation
Ponda, the maker of BioPuff® insulation, is expanding its efforts to bring a new type of sustainable insulation to fashion. Unlike traditional materials from oil or animals, BioPuff® is made…
NFW debuts 100% bio-based outsole for footwear
Natural Fiber Welding (NFW), a pioneer in plant-based materials, has announced the commercial availability of PLIANT™ PCS, a 100% bio-based, non-toxic, and plastic-free outsole compound designed for footwear manufacturing. Traditional…
French-Japanese partnership completes major PET recycling trial
Axens, IFPEN and JEPLAN completed an industrial test recycling post-consumer polyester textiles into base monomer for new polyester production. The companies processed several tens of tons of European textile waste…
LYCRA and Texhong join forces to advance bio-based spandex
The LYCRA Company announced a new strategic partnership with Texhong International Group. The deal focuses on renewable LYCRA® fiber made with 30% plant-based content. The partnership was signed during an…