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How does an innovator choose which brands to work with? Living Ink CEO Scott Fulbright speaks candidly with Madelaine Thomas about carefully vetting and selecting partners, and the key roles they play in successfully implementing #sustainable #supplychain technologies at scale. "Fulbright and his team are selective about the partners (including brands) they choose to work with. Fulbright recognizes that, for Living Ink to make an impact, the company must scale its technologies and ideas. 'And so, when we look at what moves the global supply chain of raw materials, it's really the end brands, no matter what the industry. Those are the groups that are driving what raw materials get adopted and used at their production facilities.'" Read the full World Textile Information Network (WTiN) interview at the link below. #innovation #sustainablerawmaterials #livingink #algaeink #algaeblack #renewablematerials #brandpartnerships #scalinginnovations #sustainabledevelopment #technology

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The labeling industry continues to face ever-evolving challenges—how can brands achieve sustainability, can labels improve transparency of supply chains, and build stronger consumer connections all at once? The answer isn’t simple, but it’s essential. Without innovative solutions, brands risk falling behind in a world demanding smarter, greener, and more impactful solutions. During LabelExpo India 2024, we shared how Avery Dennison is tackling these challenges head-on. From sustainable materials to cutting-edge digital ID technologies, we showcased how brands can redefine connections with consumers and the environment. Dive into the full story, featured in Packaging South Asia: https://lnkd.in/g7yFQ6j7 #labelexpoindia2024 #averydennison #packaginginnovation #sustainability #digitaltransformation #packaging #labelling #labelindustry #labelprinting

TAKT x Beyond Leather Materials ApS spotted in Sourcing Journal! 💚 Consumers are demanding more #sustainablechoices, and the world needs real solutions. Making it happen? That takes vision, real commitment, and #innovation. 💡 Curious about where the #nextgen #materials are headed and how we're helping lead the way? Read the article below!

The barriers to scaling next-generation materials aren't easy to overcome. They include; - Limited investor knowledge of the fashion industry - Oversaturation with little differentiation between startups, - Lack of long-term commitments from brands and feedstock providers. In the comments I added a link to a new report - 'Next Gen to This Gen: Scaling Material Innovations in the Fashion Sector', by Sustainabelle Advisory Services. It's a deeper dive into next-gen material innovation. https://is.gd/o495nE #sustainability #circularfashion #biofabrics.

🌐 We're in the midst of an extraordinary Material Revolution, and the collaborative spirit across industries is reshaping the landscape! In 2023, we've seen a big surge in partnerships, highlighting a significant shift towards sustainable and animal-free materials. It's inspiring to see brands like Tory Burch and Stella McCartney leading the way, incorporating next-gen materials like Modern Meadow's Bio-Alloy and Eastman Naia™ fibers into their iconic products. These partnerships undoubtedly showcase not only the versatility of next-gen materials but also the industry's collective commitment to environmental responsibility.🙌 Check out the full report and dive into the collaborations that accelerated the next-gen materials industry in 2023 here: https://lnkd.in/gi3U-scS #Materialinnovation #Nextgenmaterials #Sustainablefashion #Textiles #Fibers

🌟 Transforming Innovation into Tradition 🌟 In a world where every detail counts, we're proud to introduce our latest project: a testament to what happens when innovation meets sustainability. This fabric jacket isn't just a piece of clothing; it's a narrative of transformation, an emblem of our commitment to redefining manufacturing excellence. With a focus on 'Design Innovation', 'Eco-Friendly Materials', 'Functional Upgrades', and 'Sustainability Practices', we’re not just designing products; we're crafting solutions for the future. This jacket, showcased on our latest Instagram post, serves as a case study of our approach—melding timeless style with cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. Our journey doesn't stop at creating; it begins with reimagining. From the initial concept to the final product, we believe in the power of innovation to elevate the ordinary to extraordinary. This project showcases our dedication to pushing boundaries and our capacity to bring sophisticated, sustainable solutions to the manufacturing sector. Let's continue to build a future where design, functionality, and sustainability are not just features, but foundations. Because at the end of the day, it's not just about the products we create—it's about the legacy we leave behind. #Innovation #Sustainability #ManufacturingExcellence #DesignThinking #FutureOfFashion

This week, our Head of Innovation, Lewis E. Shuler II, participated in a panel discussion, focused on how to make circular systems succeed, at the Future Fabrics Expo in London. During the panel it was highlighted that Paradise Textiles - Alpine Group's material science and innovation hub - is a great example of a manufacturer that’s leading the change and working to lessen or ease the burden of implementation. It was also noted that, as an industry, we often assume that manufacturers as a stakeholder will just do what is needed for a brand, but clearly that has not always worked and it’s important for supply chain actors like Paradise, to be part of the conversation and part of the scaling journey. Lewis E. Shuler II shared examples of how Paradise Textiles is doing its part to be a pioneer in helping to create the collective change the industry needs: Bridging development into commercialization 1.    Innovators and fiber companies have focused on their technology, and we are working diligently to move these fibers into running fabrics and secure agreements with brands to switch to these preferred fibers. 2.    Incremental change is key. We are mindful that adopting sustainable products and practices is a journey, and that with each incremental change, we can help lessen impacts, whilst avoiding disrupting our brand partners’ operations or alienating their customers. 3.    As a manufacturer, we also have recycled fiber targets, so it’s important we are focused on the most progressive brands in this space, as it’s a reflection of our work too. 4.    Sudden, radical cost increases can be expensive and risky, which is why creative costing models across the entire value chain - to share the burden of higher costs - are important. 5.    Our point of view is lead the charge now, before regulations come into play; it’s a scramble for teams at brands to prepare for the regulations, which is why we are doing our part to ensure the supply chain side is set up for success. Textile recycling at our garment factories 1.    As we advocate for mono materials it becomes easier to manage off cuts at the garment factory. 2.    We work with a really high volume of materials that fit this bucket. 3.    Looking forward, we see big opportunities to manage post-industrial textile waste on site and turn it into new yarns, whilst complex blends will rely on our advanced recycling partners. Together, we look forward to making fashion fit for the future. #ThreadingtheFuture #ParadiseTextiles #Circularity

🌟 We Are Sonovia: Redefining Textile Innovation 🌟 At Sonovia, we're not just a company — we're a movement towards a more sustainable and innovative future in textiles. Our passion for excellence and commitment to sustainability drives everything we do. ✨ Sustainable Solutions: We're leading the charge in developing cutting-edge textile technologies that reduce water consumption, energy usage, and chemical waste, making fashion and textiles more eco-friendly. ✨ Innovation at its Core: Our research and development team works tirelessly to push the boundaries of fabric science, creating fabrics that are not only durable and high-performing but also gentle on the planet. ✨ Collaborative Spirit: We believe in the power of partnerships and collaborations. By working together with industry leaders, designers, and innovators, we amplify our impact and drive positive change in the textile industry. Join us on this journey of transformation and sustainability. Together, we can redefine the future of textiles and create a world where fashion meets responsibility. Follow us for updates, insights, and inspiring stories! #Sonovia #TextileInnovation #Sustainability #Fashion #Collaboration #Innovation #FutureOfTextiles #JoinTheMovement

Do you have the motivation to make impactful changes and influence the textile industry policy?👕 👖 👗 👚 Look no further❗ If you are an expert in the textile industry, maybe come from a brand, a retailer or even a recycler, we´d like to invite you to join us for a very special occasion in Berlin from 28 to 29 May 2024 and work together with a group of textile experts from all across Europe to help design impactful policy interventions that will not only set new industry standards but also enhance transparency and encourage the adoption of circular principles across the textile economy. The goal is to establish policies that enhance sustainability, promote waste reduction, and encourage material reuse within the fashion industry following the overarching themes of Extended Producer Responsibility scheme, Digital Product Passport and value chain transparency. Key Areas of Focus: ● Encourage innovative and sustainable design principles. ● Develop business models that embody SCIRT's sustainability goals. ● Enhance recycling processes and technologies to better support SCIRT objectives. Intrigued? We have a few spots left so reach out to us via scirt@prospex-institute.org SCIRT Project Carolyn Brand Jasmien Wynants Ina Budde