INNOVATIONS

CleanKore’s patented technology modifies the denim dye range to eliminate Potassium Permanganate spray, lower the carbon footprint & improve sustainability throughout the supply chain without increasing cost.

Satma CE is a web based software that uses blockchain optionally to offer traceability across the waste-to-worth supply chain, including collection, segregation, recycling and processing. 

Stony Creek Colors creates a plant-based indigo that can replace petrochemical based synthetic indigo dyes. They optimise indigo production in a (non-GMO) closed loop process which has the potential to be carbon negative. Founded in 2012 (US).

Ever Dye has developed a novel dyeing process with biobased pigments including a proprietary pretreatment, that allows for dyeing at room temperature on cellulosic yarn and fabric. The process utilises less energy than conventional dyeing and no use of petro-chemicals, and is also faster than traditional methods.

Vaayu is the world’s first automated carbon-tracking software for retailers, enabling businesses to reduce their footprint by providing accessible, real-time data to drive carbon-reduction at scale. By integrating with point-of-sale systems, such as Shopify, and leveraging proprietary AI and machine learning technology, Vaayu draws insights from production, sales and logistics to deliver a tangible solution in the fight against climate change and a more sustainable future for retail. 

Fibre52 has developed a patented process for preparing and dyeing cotton and other cellulosic materials, applicable to fibres, yarn, fabric (knit and woven), and garments. This innovative technique shortens the process by over an hour compared to conventional methods and requires lower temperatures for fabric preparation.

Samsara Eco is a chemical recycler capable of recycling PET and PA66 waste streams, with the ability to handle elastane, various types of dyes, and both pre and post-consumer waste. 

The 8 Impact creates recycled elastomers from used sports equipment and sneakers. With an ability to manually separate different materials into 16+ categories for material regeneration. The sorted footwear is devulcanised and micronised in order to create regenerated materials to be used with a smaller percentage of virgin materials for footwear applications. The recycled elastomers can be used for soles of shoes, or in the plastics industry as technical alloys.

Matereal is developing proprietary technology for the production of fully renewable non-isocyanate polyurethanes (NIPUs) for use in foams, coatings, and adhesives with footwear, fabrics and outdoor gear chosen as the initial target markets. Matereal uses oil from microalgae or other non-food sources, which give NIPUS with smaller carbon footprints when compared to materia made with isocyanates. 

PoshaQ is a computer vision AI startup focused on helping consumers discover and purchase products within the fashion and retail sector. They provide retail and warehouse automation, data intelligence and cataloging, as well as quality control with image processing.

NTX develops and commercialises eco-friendly solutions for textile coloration and processing, most notably the NTX® Cooltrans® technology. This proprietary process enables water and energy-efficient textile dyeing. NTX partners with manufacturers and brands to integrate its technologies into supply chains, supporting industry efforts to lower environmental impact.

Descatuk has developed a process of fibre extraction and yarn creation from grass to produce a fabric similar to Linen. Grown in the highlands of India, the wild grass needs neither water nor pesticides. Descatuk also has a positive impact on livelihoods by providing fair job opportunities for locals​.