VANCOUVER, B.C. and PORTLAND, Ore. — September 22, 2011 — Naturally Advanced Technologies Inc. (NAT) (OTCBB: NADVF) (TSXV: NAT) today announced that it has entered into a short term CRAiLAR® Flax fiber development agreement with Westex Inc., the premier manufacturer of flame resistant and arc rated protective clothing fabrics. The development agreement begins in September 2011 to support evaluation of processing CRAiLAR Flax fiber for Westex products used in electrical maintenance, electric and gas utilities, oil, gas, petrochemical, chemical, military, and ferrous metals industries.

"With Westex, we have an opportunity to evaluate CRAiLAR as an apparel and uniform ingredient across a number of industrial and municipal categories where flame resistance is critical," said Ken Barker, CEO of NAT. "This agreement is a logical progression of our previously announced development agreement in the work wear category, and further illustrates the diverse industry applications of CRAiLAR Flax fiber and its potential to enhance performance in those categories."

Since March 2011, NAT has signed development or purchasing agreements with HanesBrands, Georgia-Pacific, Levi Strauss & Company, Cintas Corporation, and Ashland Inc.

Posted on September 23, 2011

Source: Naturally Advanced Technologies Inc.