17th Jun 2024
Ontex plans to restructure its Belgian operations, closing the Eeklo site and transforming Buggenhout into a Centre of Excellence for certain products, with a $42.82 mn investment. This aims to enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency. This affects 489 jobs but aims to optimise production and distribution, ensuring sustainability and...
14th Jun 2024
The Ministry of Textiles has approved startups under the GREAT scheme to boost innovation and sustainability in technical textiles. With a maximum funding of ₹5 million (~$59,844) per startup, the initiatives focus on various areas including military composites. Also, ₹64 million was granted to IIT Guwahati to enhance its technical textiles...
12th Jun 2024
Beaulieu Technical Textiles unveils Recover and Recover Pro ground covers at GreenTech Amsterdam 2024, emphasising sustainability and performance. Recover features recycled materials for durability and CO2 reduction, while Recover Pro aids water management and plant health with volcanic lava rock. The range offers UV protection, longevity, and weed ...
11th Jun 2024
Teijin Carbon Europe's Heinsberg-Oberbruch plant in Germany receives ISCC PLUS certification for Tenax Carbon Fibre, enabling the Teijin Group to offer sustainable products. ISCC PLUS facilitates the circular economy by certifying raw materials' sustainability, ensuring transparent supply chains. The company aims to expand ISCC PLUS certification...
10th Jun 2024
Alison Keane, an environmental attorney with over 25 years of experience, succeeds Ryan Trainer as president of ISPA and MRC. Her background includes roles in industry associations and government, focusing on policy initiatives and product stewardship. She aims to advance the sleep products industry's interests and promote mattress recycling...
10th Jun 2024
Birla Carbon celebrates ISCC PLUS certification for plants in Brazil, Hungary, Egypt, highlighting commitment to sustainability and traceability. With prior certifications in the US, South Korea, India and Italy, the company aims for all plants to be certified by 2024. This milestone supports Birla Carbon's aim of achieving net zero carbon...
7th Jun 2024
Joseph Davis, with over 30 years of experience, is appointed as the new president of Glen Raven Material Solutions Group, succeeding retiring Dave Swers. Davis brings expertise in consumer products and sales from his tenure at Jacuzzi Luxury Bath. He will oversee operations for Glen Raven's major divisions, including Sunbrella and GlenGuard.
6th Jun 2024
Kimberly-Clark pledges to be 100 per cent natural forest-free beyond 2030, highlighting progress in sustainability goals like reducing plastics and GHG emissions. Investments in renewable energy and sustainable products are key. Collaborations with UNICEF aim to improve child health and well-being globally, with over $24 million provided since 2015.
4th Jun 2024
Ontex, a Belgian company, has sold its Pakistan business to ASAIA Holding, focusing on core retail brands and healthcare markets. This divestment follows earlier sales in Mexico and Algeria. Ontex is now considering strategic options for its remaining operations in Brazil and Turkiye. CEO Gustavo Calvo Paz thanked the Pakistani team for their...