#Composites

2018-03-12

Kordsa participated in the world's biggest composite technology show

Following its growth in the field of composites, the global player in the tire and construction reinforcement and composite technologies, Kordsa attended JEC World 2018, the biggest composite technology show of the world. The reinforcement leader shared its expanding product portfolio and new technologies with the visitors.

Kordsa’s CEO Ali Çalışkan was one of the jury members to evaluate a total of 30 projects in 10 different categories at JEC Innovation Awards Ceremony, which took place as part of the JEC World 2018 in order to celebrate and honor the outstanding innovations of the industry.

Kordsa participated in JEC World 2018, the world’s biggest trade show of composite technologies held in Paris between 6 and 8 March 2018. As a jury member of the JEC Innovation Awards, which awarded sector-leading innovations, Kordsa took part in the project appraisal of 30 projects in 10 different categories where composite materials were used, especially in aviation and automotive industries.

In his speech at the ceremony, CEO Ali Çalışkan emphasized Kordsa's mission to reinforce life and said: "This year, we are the official partner of the ceremony of the JEC Innovation Awards, which evaluates 30 impressive projects. As a member of a brand that embraces open innovation, I believe that every project in the competition, whether it is awarded or not, will be a significant contribution to the industry. On behalf of my company Kordsa, it was an honorable experience for me to be among the members of the jury, evaluating these projects.”

“In collaboration with Sabancı University, Kordsa inaugurated the Composite Technology Center of Excellence which is a pioneer and an important example in Turkey with its university-industry business model. With the strength of this center, we continue to introduce our new technologies and expand our product range. We have been participating at JEC World for three consecutive years now."

"Last year we had launched a new resin technology which reduces curing time from 9 minutes to 3 minutes. This new technology brings speed and efficiency to the automotive industry. At this year, we announced that we have commercialized the production of thermoset prepreg which is an important product for automotive and aviation industries. While developing many different resin systems for thermoset prepregs applications, we also work on thermoplastic prepreg. We continue to strengthen our position in the market by developing and producing materials of the future that will replace metal due to their lightness, durability and longevity.”

“Today we export our technology to the whole world, we cooperate with brands and realized innovative projects in global market. We strengthen our global reputation as ‘The Reinforcer” with the awards we receive. We reshape the industry with game-changer innovations, thanks to our open innovation mindset. By the end of 2017 there were 664 patent applications worldwide, of which 168 were registered. We are globally leading the way in terms of new products, processes and equipment. With the goal to be one of the leading companies in the composites industry, we will continue to reinforce life through further technological innovations and new investments.”

Kordsa showcases sustainability and innovation-driven solutions at Tire Technology Expo 2025

Kordsa, a global player in advanced material technologies, participated in Tire Technology Expo 2025, one of the leading trade fairs for the tire industry, held in Hannover, Germany. At the event, Kordsa highlighted its advancements in tire reinforcement technologies while sharing its vision of providing solutions to the global tire industry with the advantage of local production.

Kordsa recognized on CDP 2024 ‘Global A List’ for climate change and water

Kordsa, a subsidiary of Sabanc? Holding, has been recognized on the 2024 Global A List of the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), one of the world’s most prestigious environmental reporting platforms, for both Climate Change and Water themes. This marks the first time Kordsa has achieved an A rating in both categories.

JEC World 2026 reveals the list of finalists for the Innovation Awards

Each year, the JEC Composites Innovation Awards recognize collaborative, innovative, and ambitious projects that illustrate the potential of composite materials. Created in 1998, this benchmark program aims to identify, promote, and reward the most innovative composite solutions worldwide. In 28 years, the JEC Composites Innovation Awards have attracted more than 2,200 participating companies from around the world. A total of 269 companies and 811 associated partners have been recognized for the excellence of their innovations.

MEL Composites and Carrocerías Ayats collaborate on lightweight composite window frames

MEL Composites is proud to announce its ongoing collaboration with Spanish bus and coach manufacturer Carrocerías Ayats, showcasing the benefits of advanced composite technologies and scalable manufacturing processes originally developed for the sporting goods sector. The joint development of lightweight composite window frame covers demonstrates how MEL’s process innovation can be successfully transferred to the transportation industry to meet new regulatory and performance goals.

SHIMA SEIKI returns to ShanghaiTex

Leading flat knitting solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan, together with its Hong Kong and Chinese market subsidiary SHIMA SEIKI (HONG KONG) LTD., will exhibit at the ShanghaiTex 2025 exhibition (Booth No.: Hall N3, Booth A20) held in Shanghai, China this month. This marks the return of SHIMA SEIKI to ShanghaiTex after a 14-year hiatus, its last exhibit at the show having been in 2011.

Fraunhofer CCPE presents the “Monomaterial Design Set” – Innovative solutions for circular product design

Composite materials made from different types of plastic often extend the lifetime of products but make recycling more difficult in the circular economy. That is why Fraunhofer CCPE has developed the “Monomaterial Design Set”. This new approach helps to reduce the variety of plastics used in durable products and offers circular solutions for designers and product developers.

arena introduces renewable LYCRA® EcoMade fiber in its latest swimwear collection

Italian swimwear specialist arena has unveiled a new collection that brings sustainability and performance even closer together. Launched on December 4, the line features swimsuits made from recycled nylon and renewable LYCRA® EcoMade fiber — the first time the bio-based spandex has been used commercially in swimwear.