China develops bio-based PFAS-free waterproof fabric
ANTA, working with Donghua University, announced they have developed a new waterproof and breathable fabric called AEROVENT ZERO. This fabric is high-performing, chemical-free, and free of PFAS, a group of…
Oyster wool for sweater season
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BioFibreLoop builds resilient, circular supply chains for bio-based textiles
BioFibreLoop partners discussed challenges and opportunities for the European textile industry during their second consortium meeting in June 2025, in Tampere, Helsinki. This milestone marks one year of progress in…
Sanyou and Circ partner to scale bio-recycled cellulosic fibers in textile
Sanyou Chemical Fiber is a large-scale cellulose fiber maker. It is part of the Tangshan Sanyou Group. Circ is a US-based company that innovates in textile-to-textile recycling. They announced a…
Balena’s BioCir® Flex debuts in Stella McCartney’s S-Wave
Balena, a pioneering material science company, announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Stella McCartney, a leader in sustainable fashion. The partnership features Balena’s innovative BioCir® Flex material in Stella McCartney’s highly…
Standard Textile releases 2024 sustainability report and joins SBTi
Standard Textile Co., a global leader in healthcare and hospitality textiles, announced its 2024 Sustainability Impact Report. The company also committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi helps…
HUGO BOSS introduces recycled polyester yarn NovaPoly
HUGO BOSS has introduced NovaPoly, a new recycled polyester yarn. This yarn was co-developed with suppliers Jiaren Chemical Recycling and NBC LLC. HUGO BOSS holds the trademark and exclusive usage…
Braskem and Fitesa collaborate on biobased polyethylene for nonwovens
Braskem and Fitesa, a nonwoven manufacturer, have announced the implementation of Braskem's I'm green™ bio-based high-density polyethylene (HDPE) for nonwoven applications. The companies state this specific grade of biobased HDPE…
The LYCRA Company showcases bio-derived LYCRA EcoMade fiber
The LYCRA Company showcased its bio-derived LYCRA® EcoMade fiber at Kingpins Amsterdam on April 16-17. Set to launch commercially later this year, the bio-derived LYCRA® EcoMade fiber will be sourced…