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Fashion for good museum shares its legacy and embarks on a new phase

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Fashion for good museum shares its legacy and embarks on a new phase

Today, the Fashion for Good Museum publishes its legacy document. A testament to its transformative journey, the report was prompted by the museum’s closure on June 5th, 2024 – coinciding with World Environment Day – Fashion for Good however remains steadfast in its commitment to revolutionizing the fashion industry and amplifying its efforts through its Innovation Platform. This announced Museum Legacy document represents the museum’s mission, summarising invaluable insights gathered over six impactful years and key results such as reaching 115.000 visitors and creating a dedicated community of more than 250.000 followers online. Committed to transparency and collaboration, Fashion for Good shares its reflections, tools, and transferable learnings, as well as the future of its collections and next steps, continuing to inspire positive change within the fashion ecosystem. All information can be accessed on the Fashion for Good website for continued use and benefit of educators, the cultural sector, and the wider public.

Looking back on its journey, the Fashion for Good Museum celebrates achievements such as hosting 115.000 visitors, including 8.000 students from 200 schools, curating 13 exhibitions, offering over 75 events, launching 4 educational programs, reaching both current and future generations, and inspiring many to drive change in the fashion industry. With an earned media value of over 46 million Euros through press coverage since 2017, Fashion for Good’s influence has been significant, evident in its 250.000 social media followers and 15.000 newsletter subscribers.

This document stands as evidence of our commitment to transparency and collaboration, echoing the ethos that has driven Fashion for Good since its inception: changing the hearts and minds of its visitors and inspiring them to take action to change fashion. The report fulfils the promise we made in 2017 – to share our journey, learnings, and most impactful activities with the world. Within these pages, readers will discover reflections on our messaging, insights about creative partnerships with entities such as Lowlands Festival, Dutch Design Week, and Museumnacht to case studies of pioneering exhibitions. Our programming was created around themes and topics, such as the untold stories around cotton, circularity, and the future of biomaterials to educate and inspire visitors, ultimately empowering them to take action themselves.

SIX KEY LESSONS

Reflecting on the diverse output of the museum during its short existence, as well as its significant footprint and wide reach, while acknowledging the challenges encountered during its establishment and development, we distilled six key lessons from Fashion for Good’s unique sustainable museum practices:

  • Recognition of Broader Shift: There is a wider movement towards sustainability in the museum sector, exemplified by Fashion for Good and the new ICOM definition.
  • Storytelling for Societal Change: Cultural institutions are crucial in driving societal change in fashion consumption through storytelling.
  • Innovation through Limitations: Embracing organizational limitations can stimulate innovation in museum collection management and education.
  • Audience Engagement: Understanding and expanding the core audience is essential for effective engagement in sustainability initiatives.
  • Measuring Impact: It’s challenging to measure impact for organizations with social missions, requiring clear success criteria.
  • Establishing a Sustainability Framework: Defining sustainability within context is fundamental for organizational sustainability efforts.

BW converting launches its mission-led rebranding

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BW converting launches its mission-led rebranding

In a world where the only constant is change, BW Converting is set to make it positive. At DRUPA in Düsseldorf, BW Converting – formerly BW Converting Solutions – has launched an updated branding identity on the heels of incorporating leading print and industrial technology company Baldwin into its roster – a portfolio that already includes heavyweights Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC) and Winkler+Dünnebier (W+D), as well as Hudson-Sharp, STAX Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine Company.

With a potent mission, BW Converting proudly pledges to do more than just describe the quality of its converting technologies, but also signify a commitment to betterment that reaches outside the factories and extends into the lives of consumers and society.

The rebranding effort positions BW Converting and its brands in a visually strong and structured architecture so customers and markets can quickly grasp the breadth of the capabilities the company can offer, over just individual brands’ strengths.

“Our mission is to inform our markets about topics which help them bridge the gap between what they know and what they need to know. This starts with the clarity of our mission,” said Simon Blake, VP of Marketing, BW Converting. “Because we change and transform many raw materials from one purpose to a better one, we are supporting all our customers and markets’ goals to ‘Change for the better.’”  ­­

“The rebrand is a culmination of a focused plan to support customers’ growth through the integration of our knowledge, scale, and global footprint over six strong product brands,” said Stan Blakney, Group President, of BW Converting. “Customers are looking for a recognizable company that can support them either in one or many technologies. This rebranding will enable them to do that and have a better understanding of why we come and work for BW Converting.”

The atmosphere washing revolution hits denim PV

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The atmosphere washing revolution hits denim PV

Jeanologia will make its presence felt at the upcoming Denim PV Milan edition, slated for June 5 to 6 in the heart of Italian fashion. At this landmark event, the Spanish company, a global leader in sustainable textile technology, will present its groundbreaking atmospheric washing process ATMOS, promising to revolutionize the denim industry by offering an eco-efficient alternative to traditional stone washing. The unveiling of ATMOS in Milan holds particular significance amidst the resurgence of Italian denim, with the country’s textile industry redefining its standards towards sustainability and luxury.

The ATMOS process, fueled by the innovative INDRA system and G2 technology, marks a true breakthrough in denim garment finishing by leveraging only atmospheric elements, dispensing with water and pumice stone. This pioneering technical approach not only ensures a drastic reduction in the consumption of natural resources, with up to 96% less water usage but also eliminates the use of abrasive materials associated with negative environmental impacts, ensuring the quality and durability of garments.

Traditional stone washing entails significant water consumption during the washing, wearing, rinsing, and cleaning stages, using between 80 and 100 liters of water per 200 kg of garments and requiring additional detergents and chemicals to remove pumice stone residues. In contrast, Jeanologia has successfully reduce water usage to only 1 liter per garment, by leveraging a combination of the ATMOS process and other proprietary technologies, including, eFlow technologies, which utilizes nanobubbles to apply performance chemicals and the revolutionary H2 Zero a water recuperation system, guarantee a perfect close loop. This approach not only eliminates the need for extensive rinsing and chemical use but also reduces resource consumption and facilitates wastewater management, thereby promoting a cleaner and more efficient water treatment cycle.

These attributes enable to garner a high rating on the EIM assessment scale. Jeanologia’s environmental impact measurement software in textile garment production, widely adopted by leading brands and retailers worldwide. Denim garments aged through G2 Ozone & INDRA attain ‘green EIM score’, ensuring compliance with global sustainability standards throughout the production chain, classifying processes based on water, energy, chemicals consumption, and worker health.

Jeanologia is set to present the ‘Atmos Vintage’ collection at Denim PV, featuring a ‘stone wash’ inspired looks created using the ATMOS process. This capsule collection is designed to inspire all European brands and garment manufacturers with its cutting-edge approach. By showcasing it in Milan, Jeanologia seeks to engage the Italian market in responsible textile production, significantly reducing water usage and eliminating the need for stones and chemicals, all while preserving the authenticity and beauty of the garments.

Propelling Italy into a new era of sustainable luxury denim

The Italian textile industry, renowned globally for its quality and design, has undergone significant transformation in recent years, especially in the denim sector, which has evolved into a benchmark for the luxury market. Italian factories have adapted their processes to meet the demand for high-end denim products, incorporating new designs and applications of these fabrics not only in garments, but also in footwear, and accessories.

Mindful of this evolution, Jeanologia has bolstered its presence in Italy, forging close collaborations with the country’s leading fashion brands. The company has emerged as a key ally in implementing technologies that enhance the quality of the final product and production efficiency, while markedly reducing the environmental impact of textile processes.

“Italy has always been a beacon in fashion and sustainability, and its denim industry has repositioned itself in recent years towards the luxury market,” notes Stefano Tessarolo, Jeanologia’s Sales Manager in Italy. “ATMOS not only aligns with this new positioning but also propels Italy towards a new era of sustainable and responsible denim fashion.”

Committed to leading the charge towards more sustainable practices in the fashion industry, Jeanologia views ATMOS as a tangible manifestation of this commitment. Through Denim PV Milan as a platform, the Spanish company seeks to inspire other entities in the industry to embrace eco-efficient technologies and collaborate towards building a more sustainable future for fashion.

With a current capacity to process up to 50 million jeans, Jeanologia anticipates an exponential uptake of this technological process in the coming years, catalyzing a fundamental shift towards responsible fashion.

 

 

Sourcery published report on initial findings of its primary farm level data collection programme in India and Pakistan

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Sourcery published report on initial findings of its primary farm level data collection programme in India and Pakistan

Sourcery today published a report detailing the initial insights and learnings from its Impact and Assurance Programme in India and Pakistan. This is a first-of-its-kind initiative that collects deep and robust primary data on a commercial scale on a grower-by-grower basis, including growers from the Indian states of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and the Punjab province in Pakistan. The report confirms the importance of more accurate, robust, and equitable data collection in the supply chain to deliver the required level of transparency, traceability, and verified impact the sector demands and affirms Sourcery’s unique approach that commercial investment, clear grower incentives, and professional grower engagement and extension services teams are needed to drive lasting impact at scale.

Implementing Sourcery’s Impact and Assurance Programme on the ground starts with Grower Essentials (GS 1-4), a mandatory set of primary data required for all growers enrolled in Sourcery’s Direct-to-Grower Programme. Grower Essentials include the collection of primary grower data, household, agronomy, and farm-to-processor transactional data that is all third-party verified By collecting this essential data, Sourcery establishes a clear picture of who exactly the growers are, where their farms are located, what their households look like and gain a general understanding of their agro-climatic conditions, current farming practices and pre-existing economic circumstances and available market linkages. Grower Essentials provide context for deeper insights into what future interventions are needed for these growers to improve upon their commercial, social, and environmental progress, which is measured by the primary impact data collected each season allowing for real-time progress to be measured over time. This also helps in setting realistic commercial and environmental impact milestones that can translate into direct benefits for growers. This data will be made available to other Direct-to-Grower Partners following harvest for the MY 2024/25 season.

The Impact and Assurance Programme and a three-year development period that led to its commercial deployment exposed the limitations of the sector, especially concerning knowing who these growers are and where they are located. It was found that tens of thousands of grower records found within existing government documentation and private certification schemes showed significant inaccuracy in grower data, namely the GPS or geocodes used to identify growers enrolled in various programs. This data is crucial for extension service teams to deploy training and services, as well as for traders to purchase fiber from growers who claim to be adopting sustainable practices.

In response, the Programme implementation has affirmed that utilizing Polygon mapping within Sourcery’s robust digital farm mapping system offers a more precise and dependable approach to providing accurate farm data –a valuable asset the sector currently lacks and desperately needs to ensure transparency, traceability, and verified impact on the farms and in the value chains where cotton is traded. The learnings also suggest that direct benefits must be clear and tangible for growers to be motivated to generate data in the first place. Therefore, initial investment and training are necessary to properly engage, train, and communicate the benefits to growers, field teams, aggregators, and gins for accurate and digital mapping, which is much simpler and easier to scale with Sourcery’s forthcoming Connect App. The scaling of the Impact and Assurance Programme will bring the required investment in extension service teams, capacity building, and improved infrastructure to ensure ground teams are well-equipped to support farmers at scale and collect accurate data while also ensuring growers adopt and use the Connect App will be recognized and rewarded for their efforts.

“We can’t measure what we can’t see. By moving beyond inaccurate GPS data and using digital polygon mapping, we can ensure greater visibility. But it’s not just about technology – it’s about building trust. We’re committed to creating a system that works for everyone.”, says Ruchita Chhabra, Grower Engagement Director of Sourcery. “These first learnings are a stepping stone – we’re training extension service teams now, but the goal is to empower growers to share data independently in the future. We want to incentivize data sharing that directly benefits growers and manufacturers–particularly in terms of financial benefits. By working together, we can create a future where accurate data empowers everyone in the cotton supply chain.”

As the implementation of the Impact and Assurance Programme continues for Sourcery’s Directto-Grower Partners, Sourcery is inviting all growers and grower organizations across India, Pakistan, and around the world to “know your grower”, offering a free assessment of existing farm data and access to the Sourcery Connect App free of charge for a limited time to ensure all growers, everywhere, can be connected and be recognized, rewarded for their commercial and environmental contributions to the agriculture and textile industries. The native Sourcery Connect App will come to market this Fall and will further inform the Programme and adoption by growers on the ground.

 

New Rutland evolve bio plastisol inks from Avient feature over 50% bio-derived content for sustainable screen printing

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New Rutland evolve bio plastisol inks from Avient feature over 50% bio-derived content for sustainable screen printing

Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialized and sustainable materials solutions and services, is pleased to announce the launch of Rutland Evolve Bio Plastisol Inks for the screen printing industry.

Created with 56-59% bio-derived content and tested to ASTM D6866, Rutland Evolve Bio Plastisol Inks can reduce screen printers’ reliance on fossil fuel-based inks while seamlessly introducing more sustainable practices to plastisol screen printing shops. These inks are currently offered in white and mixing base inks and provide an intuitive printing experience with standard screen printing equipment and processes.

“At Avient Specialty Inks, we’re committed to offering innovative screen printing inks that support sustainability objectives without compromising on performance,” said Jake Ojeda, Global Marketing and Sales Director, Avient Specialty Inks. “Rutland Evolve Bio Plastisol Inks are a great example of this – they allow screen printers to incorporate bio-derived inks that maintain the on-press performance Rutland is known for.”

Rutland Evolve Bio Plastisol Inks print compatibly with Rutland NPT C3 Pigments and can be mixed to thousands of Pantone®-simulated colors using IMS 3.0, Avient Specialty Inks’ proprietary color formulation software. When printing with these inks, formulas in IMS 3.0 will calculate the amount of bio-derived content associated with each Pantone color. They are manufactured in the United States and available from Rutland distributors.

Altor acquires remaining assets of Renewcell

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Altor acquires remaining assets of Renewcell

Renewcell, a leader in cotton textile recycling, is pleased to announce that its remaining assets have been acquired by Altor, a respected investment firm based in Sweden. This acquisition marks a new chapter for Renewcell, now renamed Circulose. With Altor’s ownership, there is secure financing for the future of Circulose, ensuring that the company’s pioneering cotton recycling technology continues to thrive on a global scale.

The technology of recycling cotton to make a dissolving pulp for MMCF producers, such as viscose, has been a cornerstone of the company’s operations. CIRCULOSE pulp, the innovative solution for textile-to-textile circularity, will remain at the forefront to create a sustainable future for the fashion and textile industry. This commitment to innovation and sustainability is further strengthened by Altor’s investment, which provides the resources and network needed to scale Circulose’s impact and reach.

The current inventory of CIRCULOSE pulp and fiber is ready to meet market demands, supported by our dedicated CIRCULOSE Supplier Network (CSN) partners who continue to provide high-quality materials. This ensures that the market can confidently move forward with the assurance of an uninterrupted supply chain.

“We extend our deepest gratitude to our customers, partners, and stakeholders for their unwavering support and collaboration during this journey,” remarks Magnus Lundmark, Chief Executive Officer at Circulose.

“Together, we will continue to drive positive change, leveraging Altor’s expertise and resources to enhance our capabilities and secure a confident future for Circulose and the broader textile community.”

Circulose is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability through the transition into this exciting new phase of building a resilient, innovative, and circular future for the textile industry.

Statement from Altor:

Renewcell is a Swedish textile recycling company that was founded by innovators from Stockholm’s KTH Royal Institute of Technology in 2012. In February 2023, the company filed for bankruptcy and has since looked for a new owner to safeguard and advance the patented process developed by Renewcell to produce CIRCULOSE® pulp from 100% textile waste. Altor now acquires the remaining assets of Renewcell, creating the new company Circulose.

Circulose is globally the only material that has been produced at scale from 100% textile waste, based on a closed-loop, chemical recycling process. The patented process to produce CIRCULOSE® pulp from 100% textile waste is unique and has the potential to make the textile and fashion industry circular and enable a shift to a low-carbon economy.

Today, the material is produced in a strategically located factory in Ortviken, a region with historically significant know-how from the pulp and paper industry. The CIRCULOSE® pulp is used to spin fibers, these fibers are turned into fabrics and used for new high-quality textile products. Altor invests to safeguard this important innovation and build on Circulose as the first puzzle piece to create a global champion for next gen materials to replace virgin cotton and MMCF fibers.
 
“We don’t shy away from a challenge and this one is worth taking, both for the uniqueness of the patented technology and the urgency of scaling circular solutions for the entire textile and fashion industry, particularly to replace virgin cotton and MMCF. We are determined to partner with key stakeholders across the value chain to together unlock the potential of Circulose.” Clara Zverina, Principal at Altor

Coats group plc group chief executive succession

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Coats group plc group chief executive succession

Coats Group plc, the world’s leading manufacturer of thread and structural components for apparel and footwear and an innovative pioneer in performance materials, has announced a succession plan for Rajiv Sharma, who has decided to step down from his role after 14 years with Coats, the last eight years as Group Chief Executive, and leave the Group by the end of 2024.

Following a comprehensive selection process, supported by external advisers, the Board has appointed David Paja as Group Chief Executive designate. David is expected to join the Group and become an Executive Director of the Board on 1 September 2024 and assume responsibilities from Rajiv on 1 October 2024. Rajiv will remain available to the Board and David until year-end.

David Paja was, until recently, CEO of GKN Aerospace, part of Melrose Industries PLC, where he played a major role in the successful turnaround of the business and delivery of profitable growth. Prior to this, David held senior leadership positions at Aptiv, Honeywell, and Valeo.

David Gosnell OBE, Chair of Coats, comments: “Rajiv has been instrumental in driving the transformation of Coats since being appointed Group Chief Executive eight years ago. He will leave us in a much stronger position, with a platform for accelerating profitable growth.”

“We are delighted to welcome David to the team. Having run a thorough search process, we are excited to have found a world-class candidate who has the experience and skills to deliver upon the next part of the Coats journey.”

Rajiv Sharma, Coats Group Chief Executive, comments: “It has been a privilege to lead Coats. During my 14 years with Coats, the company was listed on the London Stock Exchange, entered the FTSE 250 and has been transformed into a pure B2B industrial-focused company. The growth strategy that is underpinned by sustainability, innovation, digital, and acquisitions is delivering results with industry-leading margins and cash. I congratulate David Paja on his appointment as the next Group Chief Executive and wish him and the team every success.”

David Paja, Coats Group Chief Executive designate, comments: “I am very excited about taking up the Group Chief Executive role, the growth prospects for Coats, and what we can achieve over the medium-term given the strong starting position. I look forward to working with Rajiv and the team from September.”

 

Ontex finalizes the divestment of its business in Pakistan

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Ontex finalizes the divestment of its business in Pakistan

Ontex Group NV [EURONEXT: ONTEX], a leading international developer and producer of care products and solutions, announces that it has completed the divestment of its business in Pakistan to ASAIA Holding FZ. The transaction includes Ontex’s plant and business in Pakistan.

Gustavo Calvo Paz, CEO of Ontex, said: “I am pleased that we closed this divestment, allowing us to strengthen our focus on our core retail brand and healthcare markets. I would like to thank the team in Pakistan for their contribution to our business. I wish them the very best as they write this new chapter together.”

This divestment follows the divestment of the Mexican activities in February 2023 and the divestment of the Algerian activities in April 2024. The remaining activities for which Ontex is pursuing strategic options are Brazil and Turkey.

Nominations are open for the 2024 hygienix innovation award

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Nominations are open for the 2024 hygienix innovation award

INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has opened nominations for the Hygienix Innovation Award™. This Award recognizes a new product or technology in the absorbent hygiene, personal, pet, and wound care industries that expand the usage of nonwoven fabrics.

The Award will be presented at Hygienix™ 2024, Nov. 18-21 at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. Nominations will be accepted through Mon., Sept. 16th via www.inda.org/awards/hygienix-innovation-award.html.

Nominees will be selected from a broad range of new products or technologies that have been commercially available for at most two years prior to Hygienix 2024. Eligible categories include, but are not limited to: raw materials, roll goods, converting, packaging, active ingredients, binders, additives, and end-use products.

Three finalists will present their innovations to industry leaders at Hygienix on Tuesday, Nov. 19th. The winner will be announced on Thursday, Nov. 21st.

Last year’s Hygienix Innovation Award INDA was presented to Sequel for their Sequel Spiral™ Tampon. The Sequel Spiral™ Tampon features a proprietary spiral design that is engineered to be more fluid and mechanically efficient, meaning it is designed to absorb more evenly and not leak before it’s full. In August 2023, the Sequel Spiral™ Tampon received clearance from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a medical device.

 

Vipul Organics announces annual results for FY 2023-2024

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Vipul Organics announces annual results for FY 2023-2024

Vipul Organics, the leading Specialty Chemicals company in the pigments and dyes segment, announced their annual results.

In the fiscal year 2023–24, the company experienced a significant improvement in its financial performance, with total revenues rising to Rs 15,099.30 lakh, marking a commendable 12.68% increase from the previous year’s Rs 13,399.73 lakh. This positive trend was reflected in the profit before tax (PBT), which surged by 68.87% to Rs 463.88 lakh on a standalone basis and by 69.53% on a consolidated basis. Additionally, the profit after tax (PAT) saw a substantial rise, increasing by 69.31% to Rs 334.44 lakh on a standalone basis and by an impressive 78.43% on a consolidated basis. In light of this robust performance, the company declared a dividend of 10% per equity share, amounting to Rs 1 per share. Furthermore, earnings per share (EPS) significantly expanded, growing by 68.83% on a standalone basis and by 77.24% on a consolidated basis. This remarkable financial achievement highlights the company’s strong market position and future prospects.

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Commenting on the results, Mr. Vipul P. Shah, Managing Director, Vipul Organics Limited, said: We have witnessed robust growth and margin expansion QoQ and YoY. Our domestic sales are seeing tailwinds and we expect the coming year to be better as we have focussed on new verticals like Paper, Cosmetics and Seed Colouring during the last year. We have also started moving up the value chain by introducing value added products which is reflected in our Margins. Our Exports have picked up despite the Global factors continuing to weigh in. During the year gone by, we did the ground breaking ceremony of our greenfield facility at Sayakha, Gujarat which we hope to complete in F.Y. 2025-26 and this will significantly enhance our manufacturing capacities. We are seeing green shoots in the chemical sector and the company is well poised to take advantage of the uptick in the cycle for Chemical Sector in the coming years”.

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