#Yarn & Fiber

2022-05-25

Teijin Aramid publishes Sustainability Report 2021 ‘Scaling up for impact’

In ‘Scaling up for impact’ Teijin Aramid reports on its sustainability efforts in 2021. By quantifying the journey, the report provides a comprehensive overview of the company’s acceleration to get to ‘net zero’ well before 2050.

Teijin Aramid realized a yarn-to-yarn recycling method for Twaron®, its high performance aramid fiber, and has a patent pending for this recycling technology. The ability to re-spin yarn using recycled material is a game-changer towards the creation of circular products. Teijin Aramid takes responsibility for material flows by recycling aramids and giving end-of-life products a new life.

Sustainability Report Highlights

‘Scaling up for Impact’ contains multiple highlights:

• Teijin Aramid managed to retrieve 50% more pre- and post-consumer waste for recycling purposes

• Reducing 1,4% energy consumption in 2021 and continued purchasing European Wind Guarantees of Origin to cover the total electricity consumption in the Netherlands with renewables. Committed and on track on the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED)

• For the 6th consecutive year ‘EcoVadis Gold Status’ has been awarded

• 7 successful partnerships to speed the circular economy transition; FibreMax and Hampidjan, Purfi/Concordia, General Recycled (Canada), Fiber Brokers, InReP and BioBTX

Peter ter Horst, CEO Teijin Aramid: “For the transformation from a linear to a circular economy partnerships are needed in the entire value chain. We are actively seeking likeminded partners to speed up the collection of used aramids, so that they can be re-used as sustainable feedstock. We invite new partners to join us.”

The 2021 sustainability report ‘Scaling up for impact’ provides detailed information on how Teijin Aramid is on track to its commitment on ‘zero greenhouse gas emission and full circularity’.

https://www.teijinaramid.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Teijin-Aramid-Sustainability-Report-2021-1.pdf

Teijin announces availability of DPP-compliant products aligned with Europe’s ESPR Environmental Regulation

Teijin Limited announced today that it has started rolling out initiatives to enable aramid fibers and carbon fibers to be accompanied by Digital Product Passport (DPP) technology, which enhances supply chain transparency by verifying the origins of materials and supporting sustainability claims. The company is using the supply chain traceability system from Netherlands-based Circularise B.V., in which Teijin has invested since November 2024, to develop DPPs for each product.

Teijin Carbon showcases new eco-friendly Tenax Next™ R2S 513 6mm short carbon fiber at JEC World 2025

Teijin Carbon, a leading manufacturer of carbon fiber products, is presenting its latest development in sustainable materials at JEC World 2025 (hall 6, G22). New Tenax Next™ R2S 513 6mm is a short carbon fiber product in rice-shaped form for reinforcing thermoplastic compounds that not only offers exceptional performance characteristics but also reinforces the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility and circularity.

Teijin to invest in Circularise B.V. and adopt its supply chain traceability platform to promote the Circular Economy

Teijin Limited announced today that it will invest in Circularise B.V., a company based in The Hague, Netherlands, which develops product traceability management systems using blockchain technology. Teijin will also implement Circularise’s software to improve visibility into its global supply chain. Circularise’s proprietary “Smart Questioning”(*) solution, which utilizes Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) technology, provides both anonymity and transparency to ensure a highly reliable product traceability system.

Vandewiele Group: Innovation across the textile value chain at ICFE Istanbul 2026

At the 2026 Istanbul Carpet & Flooring Expo (ICFE), Vandewiele Group presents its latest advancements spanning the entire textile value chain. From spinning and weaving to tufting, carpet manufacturing and digital finishing, the Group demonstrates how integrated innovation can boost performance, efficiency and sustainability across all stages of production. As a global technology leader, Vandewiele continues to develop solutions that strengthen processes, enhance product quality and enable smarter, greener manufacturing.

CARBIOS and Wankai sign strategic PET biorecycling pact

CARBIOS (Euronext Growth Paris: ALCRB) and Wankai New Materials (“Wankai”), a listed subsidiary of Zhink Group, the 3rd largest PET producer in China and 4th worldwide, announce the signing of the definitive agreement establishing a strategic partnership for the industrial rollout of CARBIOS’s PET biorecycling technology in Asia. The first milestone will be the construction of a PET biorecycling plant in China.

Fulgar voice at the Milan Fashion Institute

Daniela Antunes, Marketing Manager at Fulgar, participated as an expert speaker at the XVII edition of the Master in Brand & Product Management of the prestigious Milano Fashion Institute, which trains well-rounded professionals capable of managing both the creative and strategic-managerial aspects of the fashion & luxury sector.

Happy Holidays!

Dear reader, the year 2025 is drawing to a close. We are entering what we hope will be a peaceful holiday season, spending time with our families and taking a moment to pause and reflect. We hope we have been able to support you once again this year with relevant news and articles, and we look forward to surprising you with many innovations in the coming year. Enjoy the festive season, stay healthy, and we wish you a happy and joyful holiday season.

Texpertise Focus AI: Messe Frankfurt puts Artificial Intelligence centre stage at its international textile and apparel trade fairs

Under the banner 'Texpertise Focus AI, Messe Frankfurt will place a strong emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI) across its international textile and apparel trade fairs from 2026 onwards, setting a future-shaping signal for the industry. The initiative highlights the responsible use of AI along the entire textile value chain, from fibre production to the point of sale. The programme will launch at Heimtextil in Frankfurt in January 2026.

Autoneum and Polestar set new benchmarks for passenger experience and sustainability

As the global market leader in sustainable acoustic and thermal management, Autoneum is a key supplier of interior and exterior components for the highly anticipated Polestar 5 model. The successful collaboration between Autoneum and Polestar marks a significant milestone in sustainable automotive engineering: the electric grand tourer sports car features several innovations in lightweight, fully recyclable polyester-based components that ensure a superior driving experience. Polestar 5 was revealed at the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich and is available in 24 markets.