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bluesign® welcomes Everest as SYSTEM PARTNER

As part of its expanding denim initiative, bluesign®, the leading global sustainability solutions provider for the textile industry, proudly announces Everest Textile Technologies as its newest SYSTEM PARTNER. Recognized as one of Europe’s largest and most innovative denim laundries, Everest brings decades of expertise in garment finishing and eco-conscious practices to the partnership. This collaboration marks a significant step forward, further strengthening bluesign®’s commitment to creating a sustainable future for denim manufacturing.
Since its founding in the late 1970s, Everest has been a pioneer in textile treatments, offering premium services such as denim washing, dyeing, laser cutting, and 3D effects. Based in Italy, with a branch in Tunisia, Everest serves global fashion leaders with innovative and sustainable solutions. © 2025 bluesign
Since its founding in the late 1970s, Everest has been a pioneer in textile treatments, offering premium services such as denim washing, dyeing, laser cutting, and 3D effects. Based in Italy, with a branch in Tunisia, Everest serves global fashion leaders with innovative and sustainable solutions. © 2025 bluesign


Advancing Sustainable Denim in Europe

Everest’s expertise in sustainable denim washing and garment dyeing is well-established. Serving iconic global brands such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Diesel, Acne Studios, and Dsquared2, Everest is known for integrating cutting-edge technologies like ozone and laser treatments, jet dye machines, and its proprietary environmental impact measurement software. These advancements enable Everest to deliver sustainable solutions while maintaining the highest standards of quality and creativity.

"Everest has always been at the forefront of environmentally sustainable treatments through the use of state-of-the-art certified machinery and chemicals. Only in this way can the maximum standard of sustainability be guaranteed. The collaboration with bluesign® establishes a new milestone for Everest's environmentally sustainable future. We are proud to be one of the largest laundries in Europe to guarantee bluesign washes in the whole process for traceability, transparency, and sustainability,” said Luca Soligo, CEO of Everest Srl.

As a bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER, Everest will now offer bluesign® APPROVED washes, ensuring compliance with the highest environmental standards and providing brands with verified solutions for traceability and transparency. This partnership underscores bluesign®’s role as a regulatory resource, supporting brands in navigating emerging requirements such as the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Digital Product Passports (:).

"Everest’s expertise and commitment to sustainability exemplify what it means to be a leader in the denim industry. Their integration into the bluesign® SYSTEM reinforces our mission to enable clean and transparent manufacturing globally,” said bluesign CEO Daniel Rüfenacht. “We are excited to collaborate with Everest as we continue to expand the reach of our sustainable denim initiative.”

Everest holds certifications including ISO 14001, HIGG Facility Environmental Certification, ZDHC Progressive Level Certification, and GOTS Certification. Its proprietary environmental impact measurement software further solidifies its position as a trusted partner for sustainable practices © 2025 bluesign
Everest holds certifications including ISO 14001, HIGG Facility Environmental Certification, ZDHC Progressive Level Certification, and GOTS Certification. Its proprietary environmental impact measurement software further solidifies its position as a trusted partner for sustainable practices © 2025 bluesign




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