Life Cycle Assessment Demonstrates BASF’s Man-Made Leather Solution Haptex® Has Environmental Benefits

SHANGHAI, China — September 21, 2021 — A comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of BASF’s man-made leather solution Haptex® demonstrates the significant environmental benefits compared to other conventional synthetic leather solutions. The LCA was conducted by Intertek — a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide.

“By commissioning an LCA at such an early stage, we are enabling life cycle considerations to be factored in the manufacturing process. This supports OEMs and their customers such as footwear, automotive, and furniture brands in determining the right material — such as Haptex, which demonstrated significant environmental benefits — for their next innovation,” said Yunlong Ma, general manager, Green Initiatives, Intertek.

The LCA study is based on a total value chain analysis of Haptex from its chemical production to the finished leather goods. The performance on greenhouse effect, cumulative energy demand, and water consumption figures were also calculated and measured.

The LCA study shows that Haptex outperformed synthetic leathers from solvent- based and waterborne-based man-made leather processes, in terms of carbon emissions. For instance, Haptex was proven to produce 52-percent less greenhouse gas

emissions than conventional synthetic leather, with more than a 20-percent reduction in energy consumption when using 1KG of chemicals for man-made leather production. This is predominantly due to eliminating the wet line from the production processes, which reduces 30-percent of water usage compared to usual solvent-based polyurethane production methods.

The results proved that Haptex is a more sustainable alternative for products made with man-made leather, such as automotive seatings, furniture, and footwear and fashion accessories like bags and caps.

Haptex possesses high peel strength, anti-yellowing, and high abrasion performance properties. Haptex also does not use any organotin catalysts or plasticizer.

In collaboration with Warren Synthetic Leather (Suzhou) Co. Ltd. and Suzhou Greentech Co. Ltd., the product has been further optimized to increase its performance, yet meets stringent VOC standards.

“The report comes at a time when pressure mounts on brands and OEMs to make stronger efforts towards sustainability by choosing alternative and animal-free leather for their products. Therefore, we must provide concrete information on environmental emissions and how we are reducing the CO2 footprint to our customers. With this study, Haptex has proven that it is more sustainable compared to other conventional synthetic leather solutions, and at the same time can fulfill the different conventional requirements from OEMs and brands to produce products that are durable, stylish and eco-conscious,” said Minli Zhao, vice president, Consumer Industry, Performance Materials Asia Pacific, BASF.

Posted September 21, 2021

Source: BASF

Spinnova Receives Climate Leadership Coalition’s Carbon Handprint Recognition

HELSINKI — September 21, 2021 — To celebrate the Zero emissions day today, the Climate Leadership Coalition (CLC) in Finland launched the world’s first Carbon Handprint Recognition. One of the two recognitions was given to Spinnova’s textile fiber innovation that, compared to cotton, saves as much as 65 percent of CO2 emissions.

Climate Leadership Coalition has today given out ”The most climate positive product” recognition for the first time, as part of the Zero emissions day started in 2017. The innovation recognition for great potential in carbon footprint was given to the textile fibre that Spinnova has developed to e.g. replace cotton use in textile products. The greenhouse gas emissions of cotton production globally is estimated to be more than 50 million metric tons CO2e. According to pre-commercial scale calculations, the carbon footprint of Spinnova’s fibre is 65 percent smaller than cotton’s*.

“Continuous improvement of our carbon handprint is a big deal to us; one that’s been considered from the very start. A climate friendly product must absolutely also be produced with minimal impact,” said Spinnova’s Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder Juha Salmela.

The other recognition was given to the most climate positive carbon handprint product, Neste’s NesteMY Renewable Diesel™, that helps reduce motoring emissions by as much as 90 percent compared to fossil fuels.

The Zero emission day’s mission is to give the planet a day off from fossil emissions and add awareness of the drawbacks of carbon emissions. The theme day’s goal is to inspire people to make climate friendly choices in their personal everyday lives. In 2021, the event was held in collaboration with the Finnish city of Lahti, the EU Green Capital 2021.

Climate Leadership Coalition is Europe’s largest non-profit climate business network. The market value of CLC’s corporate members represents almost 70 percent of companies listed in the Helsinki stock exchange. CLC members believe that the societal transformation towards a sustainable economy and consumption is not only possible, but also financially profitable.

Growing the positive impact; carbon handprint, is becoming an essential goal for companies, and many CLC members have already defined a metered carbon handprint for their products and services.

* Calculated cradle to gate, i.e. from the raw material farming to the fiber process, not taking into account the consumer’s part of emissions over the entire lifecycle.

Posted September 21, 2021

Source: Spinnova

Fil Doux Textiles Bursts Into Outdoor Market Segment With Collection Of Premium, Sustainably-Minded Outdoor Fabrics

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — September 9, 2021 — Fil Doux Textiles, a Brooklyn-based textile company producing mill-direct, luxurious upholstery, tannery-direct leather, and Otratex — the first-ever degradable vinyl alternative — is thrilled to announce its entrance into the outdoor segment with the debut of a 16-pattern, 19-color textile collection. Kismet in its timing, the new product category aligns with a renewed interest in outdoor leisure and lounge spaces as the hospitality and cruise market reopens and ushers in a new and exciting chapter.

The collection, which is developed and manufactured through the company’s vertically-integrated mills, is a cohesive extension of Fil Doux Textiles’ existing product portfolio. The two materials offered, solution-dyed acrylic and solution-dyed polyester, are known for their superior durability, UV and water resistance and color fastness. These fibers have been perfected to bring the softest touch and exceptional quality that Fil Doux Textiles fabrics are known for to the outdoors.

“The beauty of this launch is having full control over every step of production at our vertically-integrated mills,” said Leo Novik, CEO and founder of Fil Doux Textiles. “It was important that the outdoor fabric we created for this market had the same beautiful touch as the rest of our products. The essence of the new outdoor fabrics fell in line with who we are as a brand.”

With this new category, Fil Doux Textiles provides the hospitality and cruise markets with textiles that are equipped to endure the challenges of a variety of environments, from salt-soaked beaches to poolside decks. Timeless patterns like Ribbon Outdoor and fun graphic designs like Hunter Outdoor, are central to the line and give designers the ability to create standout exterior hospitality and cruise spaces. The fabrics have an impressive four- to six-week lead time, further enhancing its appeal.

“I’m so excited to bring this collection to hospitality and cruise as the doors to the world reopen,” says Robert Pullen, Vice President at Fil Doux Textiles. “The timing of this launch is perfect and presents an amazing moment to expand on Fil Doux Textiles’ success.”

All of Fil Doux Textiles’ products, including the outdoor line, are produced using sustainable practices, which has resulted in the company achieving status as a prestigious MindClick Leader. Fil Doux Textiles’ mills are fully operable on solar and wind power, dye waters for fabrics are reclaimed and reused, and leftover fabrics are repurposed for packaging. In the spirit of environmental sustainability, Fil Doux Textiles has partnered with 501(c) One Tree Planted with a pledge to donate 1,000 trees to Brazilian Rainforests for every 1,000 yards of Otratex™ purchased.

Posted September 21, 2021

Source: Fil Doux

Archroma Introduces The “Safe Edge” Online Regulatory And Compliance Platform

REINACH, Switzerland — September 21, 2021 — Archroma today announced the launch of The Safe Edge, an online platform for instant access to product related regulatory and compliance certificates and information.

With continuously growing public awareness around the social, health and ecological impacts of human and business activities, the need for transparency and traceability in supply chains has become essential.

Time to market is equally critical, and manufacturers, brands and retailers need access to reliable information in real time.

The Safe Edge platform has been designed with that in mind: It allows brands, retailers and manufacturers of textile, fashion, packaging, paper, paints, to verify with just a few clicks the regulatory and compliance status of Archroma products, including regulations, ecotoxicological information and certifications, and brand requirements.

The Safe Edge covers standards, regulations and information such as air emission factors, animal origin, halal, kosher, plant origin, food contact, Blue Angel, bluesign®, Cradle-to- Cradle, chemical inventories, Compostability EN 13432, conflict minerals, EU Flower/Ecolabel, GOTS, CONEG, ISEGA, Nordic Swan, Oekotex® Standard 100, California Prop 65, REACH, RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substance), Screened Chemistry, SDS, SVHC (Substance of Very High Concern), VOC (US), ZDHC (Zero Discharge Hazardous Chemicals), and brand standards (like Coats A&F MRSL, Decathlon RSL 2020, Jack Wolfskin RSL and The List IV by Inditex.

With the launch of The Safe Edge, Archroma continues to assert its leading role in driving sustainability in its industries, in line with its commitment to the principles of “The Archroma Way to a Sustainable World: safe, efficient, enhanced, it’s our nature”. The “Safe” principle in particular is at the core of the Archroma approach to sustainability, with the deeply rooted goal to protect people and the planet with products that are safe to use, and safe to wear.

The Safe Edge is already accessible for manufacturers, brands and retailers in Europe and Asia, and will be launched in North America in September 2021, and in Latin America by the end of the year.

“We wanted to offer a step change improvement in our service to all our customers and partners comments Carole Mislin, Global Head of Product Stewardship at Archroma, who is at the initiative of the project. “Time is of the essence, and The Safe Edge offers them instant online access to up-to-date regulatory and ecotoxicological information and certificates. Because it’s our nature!”

Screen capture of the Archroma ‘Safe Edge’, an online platform for instant access to product related regulatory & compliance certificates and information. (Photo: Archroma)

Posted September 21, 2021

Source: Archroma

3D BioFibR Raises New Capital To Scale Up Manufacturing In An Oversubscribed Round

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — September 20, 2021 — 3D BioFibR Inc., a biofiber manufacturing company, announced today it has raised more than $700,000 in an oversubscribed follow-on round. Proceeds from the financing will be used to continue to scale-up manufacturing capabilities of its collagen and spider silk fibers with an eye towards securing commercial partnerships.

Participants in this capital raise included further investments from current investors, including Concrete Ventures, as well as new investors, including Globalive Capital.

“We appreciate the continued confidence our investors have in the Company’s ability to advance our proprietary biofibre manufacturing process,” said Kevin Sullivan, CEO of 3D BioFibR. “As we continue to de-risk our manufacturing platform, our focus is now shifting to a higher level of engagement with industry to secure commercial partnerships, with our first focus on the tissue culture and tissue engineering applications.”

3D BioFibR Inc. was incorporated in July of 2020. The company closed its first round of financing on October 19, 2020, raising $550,000. These funds were used to successfully demonstrate that its proprietary biofiber manufacturing process works well for diverse sets of cell types used in a range of biocomposite applications. Funds from this current round of financing will allow the company to focus on optimizing the automation of its manufacturing process to be ready for first market sales in the second half of 2022.

“Our unique dry spinning manufacturing process can generate high quality collagen scaffolds that are ideal for 3D cell culture and tissue-engineering applications,” said Dr. John Frampton, chief scientific officer at 3D BioFibR. “It is exciting to see the transition from a lab based process to an automated system of production. These advancements will enable us to meet the market need for consistent, high quality products at commercial scale production levels.”

“We are excited to see 3D BioFibR producing collagen and spider silk fibres at a scale and quantity that no other commercial process can match,” said Patrick Hankinson, partner at Concrete Ventures. “The team at 3D BioFibR has real potential to become a best-in-class biofibre manufacturer of premium products for use in tissue culture and medical applications, as well as in the performance textile industry.”

Posted September 20, 2021

Source: 3D BioFibR Inc.

Wrangler® Launches Its Most Sustainable Denim Yet, Featuring Planet-Friendly Fiber Made from Textile Waste

GREENSBORO, N. C.  — September 20, 2021 — Wrangler®, a global icon in jeanswear and casual apparel, today announced that it has teamed up with Infinited Fiber Co. to incorporate Infinna™ — regenerated, recyclable fibers — into its global denim range for its Fall 2021 collection, the brand’s most sustainable denim yet. Combined with industry-leading innovations including Indigood™, foam-dye technology that lowers wastewater by more than 99 percent, and an e-flow finishing process, this collection represents Wrangler’s next steps in circularity, water reduction and reduced environmental impact.

“Wrangler is committed to continually pushing the sustainability standards for denim,” said Dhruv Agarwal, senior director, Innovation, Sustainability, and Product Development, Kontoor Brands. “We believe our work with Infinited Fiber Company and the introduction of Infinna once again raises the bar in terms of environmental performance of our denim products without compromising the comfort and quality consumers expect from Wrangler. The introduction of Infinna is an additional fiber complement to cotton and an important step forward in the commercialization and adoption of circularity in the apparel supply chain.”

The shared journey to a circular future for textiles began for Wrangler and Infinited Fiber Co. in 2015, when the commercial viability of Infinited Fiber’s technology was first being evaluated and Wrangler began its pursuit of circularity. As Infinited Fiber built their technology and company, Wrangler’s Innovation Team was among the first to see the innovation’s potential, helping Infinited Fiber understand the industry’s technical requirements for the fiber and completing preliminary tests and trials on fabrics made with Infinna. The Wrangler brand’s steadfast commitment to a more circular supply chain and Infinited Fiber’s superior process technology brought this truly unique denim fabric to life over six years.

“We are grateful to the Wrangler Innovation Team for their long-term support, for being one of the early adaptors of Infinna and for turning our innovation into a beautiful denim that will unlock a new level of circularity in the textile industry,” said Petri Alava, CEO and co-founder, Infinited Fiber Co.

Responsible Fiber

Infinna is a premium fiber with a similar feel to the soft-yet-durable cotton of traditional denim, but is created from textile waste. This means clothing and textiles that already exist can be recycled repeatedly, saving them from landfill, and decreasing the reliance on “virgin” fiber. Conventional cotton production is known for its extensive water and pesticide consumption, while Infinna can be produced with a fraction of the water using responsible chemistry.

Industry-Leading, Sustainable Production

Building on Wrangler’s commitment to circularity, water savings and reduced environmental impact of its apparel, the Infinited Blue FW21 collection is created from fabric made from Infinna fibers and features Wrangler’s Indigood and e-flow innovations designed to significantly reduce water, energy and chemical use. Indigood Foam-Dye entirely replaces the traditional water vats and chemical baths of conventional indigo dyeing, reducing wastewater by more than 99 percent. In addition, the brand has adopted an e-flow technology that uses “nano bubbles” to distribute chemical products more efficiently during the finishing process of the fabric, resulting in a lower environmental impact.

The Infinited Blue collection includes signature pieces from Wrangler’s 70-plus year history – the men’s Western jacket (124MJ) and men’s Western jeans (11MWZ). The Infinited Blue FW21 ICONS jeans and jacket are available online.

Posted September 20, 2021

Source: Wrangler®, part of Kontoor Brands Inc.

DICKIES® Launches United by Good Work Campaign

FORT WORTH, Texas — September 20, 2021 — As part of Dickies’ commitment to championing the dignity of work, the leading global workwear brand has launched its latest multimedia marketing campaign, United by Good Work. Building upon 2020’s United by Inspiration campaign, which reflected the world’s state of isolation and a craving of unity through inspiration, this fall’s United by Good Work celebrates joy and hope as communities come together again by shining a light on the good work that has been accomplished and the good work to come.

United by Good Work focuses on three purpose-driven communities that are creating meaningful change and celebrating the joys of working together again by nurturing others, addressing basic human needs, and challenging the current system:

  • Alma Backyard Farms was inspired by juvenile offenders and prisoners eager to transform their lives and communities by giving back to the communities they took from and were taken away from. Alma addresses the issue that people experiencing incarceration have limited opportunities to see and interact with nature and very few opportunities to nurture others.
  • Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) believes that everyone needs a safe, decent, affordable place to live regardless of any views or other distinctions that too often divide us. Shelter is a basic human need and Habitat LA seeks to eliminate substandard housing by making decent, sustainable, and affordable housing a reality.
  • 11:11 Creative Collective is a woman-led art and culture non-profit that partners with artists and the arts community to develop and execute accessible public art installations and arts-related educational programming. 11:11 believes the arts are humanity’s loudest voice and the organization works to facilitate its preservation.

“We’ve all had a lot of time to reflect and, although the past year has not been easy, as a society we’re emerging with a new sense of appreciation,” said Denny Bruce, Global Brand president, Dickies. “At Dickies, we can’t think of a better way to apply that appreciation than by celebrating these communities that are united by good work.”

Dickies partnered with global creative house, Dazed, to produce United by Good Work, which will launch through a multi-platform marketing campaign that includes global digital, social media and custom content that personifies communities doing good work.

Posted September 20, 2021

Source: Dickies

Weinberg Capital Group Acquires Drake Waterfowl Systems Provider Of Hunting, Fishing, And Casual Apparel For Outdoor Enthusiasts

CLEVELAND — September 20, 2021 — Weinberg Capital Group (WCG) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Drake Waterfowl Systems, a provider of hunting, fishing, and casual apparel for outdoor enthusiasts sold under the Drake brand name. Based in Olive Branch, Miss., Drake offers a complete line of apparel ranging from jackets to headwear, as well as a wide variety of complementary products such as waders, blinds, and accessories.

Founded in 2002, Drake was the first company to design innovative, technical apparel specifically for waterfowl hunting.  Over the last two decades, Drake has grown to become an authority in the category and has built a highly loyal customer base through its continued focus on product quality. In addition to its waterfowl offering, Drake also offers branded apparel for deer hunting (Non-Typical), turkey hunting (Ol’ Tom), and fishing (Drake Performance Fishing), as well as casual apparel for men, women, and children. Today, Drake sells its products through its extensive big box and dealer retail network and on its website.

“We look forward to partnering with management to build on Drake’s strong legacy within the hunting and outdoor enthusiast community,” said WCG Partner Nick Leiby.

“We are very excited and proud to have the opportunity to partner with WCG to take our brands to the next level while remaining true to the core values that got the Company to where it is today,” said Drake CEO John Woodard. “Success in the outdoor industry starts and ends with relationships and being easy to do business with, a philosophy shared by WCG.”

WCG is actively seeking add-ons for Drake.

Posted September 20, 2021

Source: Weinberg Capital Group

Crowley Maritime Corporation Appoints Massimo Messina as Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions

Massimo Messina

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — September 20, 2021 — Crowley Maritime Corp. announces the appointment of Massimo Messina as vice president, mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

Based in Jacksonville, Fla., Messina will lead Crowley’s corporate expansion goals by identifying and assessing potential M&A candidates and execute transactions that align with the global enterprise’s future growth projection and endeavors across all business units.

“Massimo has the vision and experience needed to source and obtain target opportunities to integrate into our business model and help keep Crowley on the cutting edge as a leader of our industry,” said Jim Pennella, senior vice president, corporate services. “I look forward to working with him to identify opportunities that will continue to push our services to meet the expansive needs of our partners and customers.”

Messina brings to Crowley more than 25 years of experience in mergers & acquisitions, financial advisory and investment banking, advising publicly traded and privately held corporate clients on the valuation and structuring of complex merger and acquisition transactions. Throughout his career, he has helped to build investment banking practices for firms like PwC, Grant Thornton and Duff & Phelps. He has broad transactional experience with firms such as Credit Suisse First Boston and Houlihan Lokey.

“I am very excited to lead Crowley’s M&A team in sourcing and executing acquisitions in those areas of growth that are strategic to the company,” Messina said. “Crowley is a top-notch organization with a fantastic culture.”

Most recently, Messina served as president at BG Strategic Advisors, LLC, the leading M&A advisory firm focused on the logistics and supply chain industry in West Palm Beach, Fla. He holds a Master of Business Administration from Boston University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Connecticut College.

Posted September 20, 2021

Source: Crowley Maritime Corp.

E*Retrace: Recycled, Carbon Positive And Traceable Yarns Introduced To Market

SINGAPORE — September 20, 2021 — A unique partnership with ECOLIFE YARNS® (Belda Lloréns), IMPETUS Group, Good Earth Cotton® and FIBRETRACE® has resulted in a collection of completely traceable, recycled and carbon positive fiber yarns being introduced to market.

Ecolife collects pre-consumer and post-consumer waste textiles including cotton, linen and cellulose which are processed into new yarns. To maintain environmental integrity, yet add a soft and breathable quality, Good Earth Cotton — the world’s first carbon positive cotton grown in Australia — is added.

The E*Retrace® yarn collection consists of three different blends:

  •  E*RetraceCO+® is the first recycled and carbon positive yarn, made from 30-percent recycled cellulosic fibre and 70-percent Good Earth Cotton®. Open-End Process + Fibretrace;
  •  E*ReTrace100® is 100-percent recycled fiber, 30-percent post-industrial recycled fiber mechanical process + 70-percent pre/post consumer recycled fiber. Open-End Process + Fibretrace; and
  •  E*Retrace30® is made of 30-percent recycled fibers post-industrial mechanical process blended with 70-percent Good Earth Cotton, tencel or viscose. Open-End Process + Fibretrace.

All E*Retrace yarns are backed by the power of Fibretrace transparency technology. Fibretrace provides brands with the highly coveted solution for supply chain custody to verify sustainability claims and authenticity of fiber through real-time verification and quantification.

“Ecolife has long provided brands with innovative and sustainable yarn solutions, our goal has been to continuously work towards net-zero climate impact. Our partnership with Impetus, Good Earth Cotton and Fibretrace allows us to take another step forward and answer the global market demand for positive impact textile solutions,” said Francisco Mataix, director of Belda Lloréns and ECOLIFE.

Belda Lloréns works alongside several high-profile brands with Ecolife, including Kering, Adidas, Ganni and Zara — the goal of the business is to produce high quality, conscious and responsibly made products.

Through this industry-wide global collaboration, we can see that a net-zero impact future for textiles is possible.

The E*Retrace® yarn collection will be available through Belda Lloréns ECOLIFE® from September 2021.

Posted September 20, 2021

Source: FIBRETRACE®


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