SUSTAINABILITY

Birla Cellulose now maps 100% forest sources on Traceability platform GreenTrack™

Birla Cellulose has advanced the capability of the well-established blockchain-enabled traceability platform, GreenTrack™, which now enables the consumers to see the forests from where the wood is sourced and thus providing a complete end-to-end visibility of forest to fashion. The visibility of forest sources for all the Birla Cellulose’s eco-enhanced products has been achieved by […]

CHEMICALS SUSTAINABILITY

APR’s 1st Sustainability Report Pegs Clean Manufacturing from VSF Plantation to Production as Top Priority

Asia Pacific Rayon (APR) is Asia’s first fully-integrated viscose staple fibre (VSF) producer, from fibre plantations to VSF. APR produces 100% wood-based, renewable and biodegradable VSF for the textile industry. Its co-location with Asia Pacific Resources International Limited (APRIL) – a sister company under Royal Golden Eagle Group (RGE) – where the majority of its […]

SUSTAINABILITY

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol joins the Cotton 2040’s platform and sustainability guide

Trust Protocol recognized for its verified farm-level data and constant improvementas Cotton 2040 aims to encourage the use of sustainable cotton Memphis, November 09, 2020 — The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has been invited to join Cotton 2040. Convened by sustainability non-profit Forum for the Future, the Cotton 2040 coalition is a unique partnership that […]

SUSTAINABILITY

Heat-Transfer Sustainable Printing by Transfertex collaborates with Naia™ of Eastman

Naia™ proves to be the fibre of choice for the innovative heat-transfer sublimation printing process! ­­­­­­­­­­­ Eastman, the maker of Naia™ which is sustainably sourced cellulosic filament yarn, and Transfertex, a global market leader in heat-transfer printing – are collaborating to create sustainable printed fabrics made from Naia™ celluslosic fibre. Heat-transfer sublimation printing is a […]

SAFETY SUSTAINABILITY

Archroma releases 3rd Sustainability Report

In its 3rd Sustainability Report, Archroma reveals the way forward, the challenges the past year held for it, and the proactive actions and innovative solutions it created for its discerning customers around the world. As a global specialty chemicals company, Archroma takes its drive to continue to deliver specialized performance products that are innovative and […]

SUSTAINABILITY

Colorant: Catering to changing demands, a colour at a time

With its new range of sustainable products and investments in research and development, Colorant is leading the way to introduce revolutionary changes in the textile industry while getting into the lane for rapid growth. Ganesh Kalidas reports Colorant Limited was formed by a group of visionaries who wanted to usher in a new way of […]

SUSTAINABILITY

Fresche – Adding unique value to global textile brands

“We see a definite shift away from toxic leaching antimicrobials, as educated consumers consciously choose human-friendly, green antimicrobials.” Graeme Pope, CEO, Fresche Bioscience Founded in 2010, Fresche Bioscience is an Australian company and world leader in the research, development, manufacture, and marketing of advanced, high-performance, and very environmentally safe antimicrobials. Fresche Bioscience is a leading […]

SUSTAINABILITY

Huntsman – Keeping Sustainable Solutions at the Forefront

In an exclusive interview with Suhas More, Commercial Director – SAMEA, Huntsman Corporation, Textile Magazine explores the company’s ongoing strategies and plans to tackle the ‘new normal’ as forced by the COVID-19 pandemic, its role as a ‘Responsible Care Company’ and the sustainable practices the company adheres to. As a global specialty chemical company, Huntsman […]

SAFETY

Dinamica® – A New Name in Sustainable Automotive Interior Surfaces

Its recyclable and luxurious. Dinamica® microfibre suede is the new answer to the prayers of the automotive industry for maintaining environmental regulations. The sustainable material is already gracing the interiors of major car models globally. Dinamica® is suitable for seats, backrests, panels, roof lining, steering wheel and door interiors. The parent company, Miko S.r.l, is […]

SAFETY

Raymond introduces Virasafe range of fabrics to combat viruses

India’s largest integrated worsted suiting manufacturer, Raymond, launches Virasafe, an anti-viral range of fabrics. The exhaustive range is aimed at corporate, service and medical professionals for daily use. The country’s most popular textile and apparel manufacturer believes that the high-performance range of anti-viral fabrics will help give professionals a strong reassurance in combating the viruses […]