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Chemical industry to partner with Siemens for pilot to decarbonize its supply chain
Together for Sustainability (TfS) and Siemens are announcing a partnership on decarbonization to advance the overall sustainability of the chemical industry. TfS is a global initiative to promote sustainability in the chemical industry’s supply chain, consisting of 47 international companies, including some of the largest chemical groups.
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The industry is discovering more and more possibilities for the use of artificial intelligence (AI). However, when implementing and using AI in the chemical industry, many peers face similar challenges that still need to be solved. For this reason the chemical companies Covestro and Evonik as well as the consulting firm Accenture invited managers from production and technology divisions of Bayer, Clariant, Wacker, Shell, Lanxess and other companies to a two-day Chemicals Peer Exchange for the fourth time.
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As of May 2023, ZDHC welcomes two new Friends of ZDHC to the ZDHC Committed Community.
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Upcycling minds think alike
ERCA SPA, Patagonia® and YKK announce the successful implementation of ERCA’s REVECOL®, a sustainable, innovative chemical agent, in YKK’s dyeing processes at their Vietnam production sites.
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BekaertDeslee’s Purotex+ powered by HeiQ Allergen* Tech wins Interzum Award
HeiQ, a leading provider of sustainable textile and material technologies, is proud to announce that its HeiQ Allergen* Tech has powered the award-winning product, Purotex+ from global leader BekaertDeslee. The innovative solution for mattress ticking won the Interzum Award in the category “High Product Quality”, being one of the six prizes given to BekaertDeslee by this prestigious tradeshow.
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REVECOL® by ERCA, the circular revolution takes a step forward
A step forward in research, a big step for circularity in textiles: REVECOL® (Recycled Vegetable Cooking Oil) represents a new generation of textile chemical auxiliaries, which are high-performing and obtained from vegetable exhausted cooking oil. For the first time, this step of the textile supply chain can thus also make use of materials with a circular approach, contributing to the real sustainability of the finished product.
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The latest issue number 1 / 2023 has been published and is available for download in all languages. Next week on Tuesday the INDEX 2023 exhibition will start. In this issue you will find a preliminary report on the fair. in four languages: English, Chinese, Spanish and German.
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Today, Fashion for Good launches Dyestuff Library, a digital tool enabling partners to choose sustainable dyestuff based on competitive performance and environmental metrics for commercial use. The library, which will accelerate the shift from harmful chemistry to more sustainable options by enabling visibility and access to innovations, is supported by Fashion for Good’s corporate partners adidas, Inditex, bonprix and Otto International (members of the Otto group), BESTSELLER, Target, Patagonia, Paradise Textiles, Welspun, and newest partner Shahi Exports, along with other supporting stakeholders.
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Zschimmer & Schwarz sets focus on ECOLUTION range for textile auxiliaries at ITMA 2023
At ITMA 2023 in Milan, Italy, Zschimmer & Schwarz will present its latest innovations for producers of man-made fibres, nonwovens and textiles. Among others, the company will present its wide range of products for the application areas of spin finishes, dyeing, pre-treatment, finishing and coating. The special focus this year will be on the tailor-made solutions of the ECOLUTION range for textile auxiliaries. This product range comprises sustainable, natural-based products that can be used for pre-treatment, dyeing and functional finishing.
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DyStar will featurea suite of product and process innovations at ITMA 2023
DyStar, a leading specialty chemical company with a heritage of more than a century in product development and innovation, will be exhibiting and presenting at ITMA, the world’s largest international textile and garment technology exhibition.
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DyStar announces restructuring plan for Ludwigshafen plant facility
DyStar, a leading specialty chemical company with a heritage of more than a century in product development and innovation, announces the plan to restructure its Ludwigshafen facility located in Germany. The strategic decision is made by the company in response to changing business conditions and market shifts.
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Evonik expands its global capacity for VESTAMID® E polyether block amide (PEBA)
Evonik is doubling its global capacity for VESTAMID® E, polyether block amide (PEBA), with a twofold approach including a major expansion of its production plant at the Multi-User-Site (MUSC) in Shanghai, and an optimization project at its production facility in Marl, Germany. Construction at the Shanghai site starts in Fall 2023 and will increase the company’s ability for the polymerization of PEBA, a key step in producing the raw material, which is highly demanded by the global, athletic footwear market.
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REVECOL® by ERCA, the circular revolution takes a step forward
A step forward in research, a big step for circularity in textiles: REVECOL® (Recycled Vegetable Cooking Oil) represents a new generation of textile chemical auxiliaries, which are high-performing and obtained from vegetable exhausted cooking oil. For the first time, this step of the textile supply chain can thus also make use of materials with a circular approach, contributing to the real sustainability of the finished product.
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Archroma announces CEO transition
Archroma, a global leader in sustainable specialty chemicals and solutions for the textiles, packaging & paper, paints and coatings industries, announced its transition plan for the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Heike van de Kerkhof, CEO of Archroma since January 2020, will step down effective April 30, 2023, to focus on other career opportunities.
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