#Recycling / Circular Economy

2024-10-24

Project update: Focus on supply chain readiness and environmental permits

Infinited Fiber Company is revolutionizing the fashion and textile industries by transforming cotton-rich textile waste, which would otherwise be destined for landfills or incineration, into a premium textile fiber known as Infinna™. This innovative solution offers a versatile, circular alternative to cotton. The company is currently in the process of scaling up operations and progressing towards the construction of its first commercial-scale Infinna™ factory.

High demand, regulatory support, and supply chain focus

Infinna™ has garnered strong support from leading brands, who have recognized it as a high-quality, sustainable alternative to traditional cotton. Demand remains robust, with much of the future factory’s production capacity already sold through long-term agreements with major brands such as Inditex, Patagonia, PANGAIA, H&M Group, BESTSELLER, PVH Europe, and Lindex. Notable product collaborations, including the latest JACK & JONES collection featuring Infinna™, demonstrate the fiber’s versatility.

As the regulatory landscape in the EU evolves, frameworks like the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), and the Green Claims directive are reinforcing the demand for circular solutions. Infinna™ is positioned to play a pivotal role in reshaping the textile value chain to align with these regulations. To support this growth, Infinited Fiber is working closely with supply chain partners to ensure that the transition to large-scale production is seamless. This proactive collaboration ensures that when production increases, the entire supply chain—from fiber creation to finished garments—functions efficiently. Petri Alava, co-founder and CEO of Infinited Fiber Company, emphasized the company’s commitment to preparing the supply chain for increased volume without any delays or need for adjustments.

Kemi update: Environmental permits and partnerships

In Kemi, where the flagship factory is planned, the environmental permit process is progressing smoothly. Following a public feedback period, Infinited Fiber and its utility infrastructure partner, Nevel, responded to comments, and no significant concerns have been raised, indicating the high quality of the permit applications.

Although the conditional lease agreement with Stora Enso for the Veitsiluoto site has expired due to unmet preconditions, Infinited Fiber remains committed to Kemi. The environmental permit process is advancing, and the company expects to move forward once key milestones, such as permit approval and financing, are secured. Cooperation with Stora Enso and Nevel remains strong, with discussions underway to explore new collaborative opportunities. Nevel’s infrastructure services in the Veitsiluoto area continue, and the company sees potential for partnerships around sustainable energy production and circular solutions.

Financing and future growth

Earlier this year, Infinited Fiber successfully completed a €40 million development financing round, ensuring the company is well-positioned to scale up Infinna™ production and pursue broader strategic goals. This funding bolsters the company’s efforts to expand its footprint in the fashion industry and lead the way in sustainable textile innovation. Infinited Fiber is optimistic about the role its circular fiber will play in shaping the future of fashion, with a strong foundation of financial support and industry partnerships driving its vision forward.

Infinited Fiber Company appoints new chair and board members to drive next growth phase

Infinited Fiber Company has announced key changes to its Board of Directors following its Annual General Meeting on June 30, 2025. The new appointments are designed to support the company’s strategic focus on scaling its proprietary Infinna™ technology, expanding partnerships across the textile value chain, and preparing for industrial-level investment.

Infinited Fiber Company enters the next strategic phase under new leadership

Infinited Fiber Company announces that Petri Alava, co-founder and CEO since the company’s founding in 2016, will step down from his role on May 31, 2025. Chief Operating Officer Sahil Kaushik will serve as acting CEO from June 1, 2025. Petri Alava will continue supporting the company as Senior Advisor through the end of November. The Board of Directors has initiated the search for a permanent successor.

Infinited Fiber and Norbite collaborate in EU-funded TEX-INSECT project

Infinited Fiber Company is pleased to announce its collaboration on the EU funded TEX-INSECT project, which aims to develop and optimize Norbite’s technology that converts synthetics originating from textile waste into sustainable bioproducts. Infinited Fiber’s process takes in cotton-rich textile waste otherwise destinated into landfills or incinerators.

JACK & JONES and Infinited Fiber take the next step in their collaboration

This time, the outcome of the collaboration is a pair of cargo pants, made with 40% Infinna™ fiber and 60% in-conversion-cotton. The pants, which run under the name JPSTKARL, represent yet another important step forward in material innovation and adds up to JACK & JONES’ ongoing commitment to offering high-quality products that align with their A Better World strategy.

A circular European value chain turns post-consumer textile waste into new garments for Dutch retailer Zeeman

A closed-loop recycling project has successfully transformed 24 tons of post-consumer textiles into nearly 50,000 garments for Dutch retailer Zeeman, with each product containing a high-rate of 70% recycled content. This achievement represents a major milestone in accelerating textile-to-textile recycling in Europe.

Closing the Loop in the Textile Industry: Value Creation in the State of Brandenburg

How can the state of Brandenburg benefit from a circular textile industry? This question is addressed in the new policy paper "Closing the loop in the textile industry: Value creation in the state of Brandenburg." Based on the „TexPHB“ feasibility study funded by the Brandenburg Ministry of Climate Protection, it shows how textile waste can be integrated into new value chains.

Rieter reports stable order backlog and strategic progress – outlook for 2025 adjusted

In its Investor Update 2025, Rieter announced an order intake of CHF 203.9 million in the third quarter and CHF 559.3 million after nine months, reflecting a continued cautious investment climate in the textile machinery sector. Sales totaled CHF 121.5 million in the third quarter and CHF 457.7 million for the first nine months of the year, while the order backlog stood at around CHF 590 million as of September 30, 2025.