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Textile ReDesign Jam starts soon! In this two-day event five companies from Finland, Sweden, Estonia, and Latvia present their challenges which will be solved in the Jam. The fourth company taking part is Lindström 👉 Lindström is a Finnish company that primarily operates in the textile services industry, offering solutions for workwear, industrial mats, hygiene, and cleanroom products. Their brand purpose and uniqueness may vary based on their marketing strategies and company values, which can evolve over time. Even though the company is originally Finnish, it operates in 23 countries, including Latvia, Estonia, and Sweden, employing over 5055 employees. 🌍 Lindstrom increasingly emphasizes sustainability, aiming to reduce environmental impact through measures such as water and energy conservation, eco-friendly detergents, and responsible waste management. Additionally, they aim to reduceGHG emissions by 50% by 2030 and reach net-zero by 2050. #Baltic2Hand #circulareconomy #TextileReDesignJam #secondhand Textile ReDesign Jam is organised by Baltic2Hand project. The project is funded by an Interreg Central Baltic Programme 2021-2027 project that is co-funded by the European Union. Partners in the project: Laurea University of Applied Sciences Turku University of Applied Sciences Tallinna Loomeinkubaator / Tallinn Creative Incubator Latvijas Tirdzniecības un rūpniecības kamera and Sustainability InnoCenter

A new scheme, Made In Norway, is launched by Innovation Norway and the Norwegian Government to promote Norwegian export. But where do they draw the line of who's eligable for the mark, and not? Our customers definetively tag KAOS as a "Made in Norway" brand. But this has to do with our brand and values. About our aesthetics, and everything KAOS represents in terms of design, sustainability and innovation. Not the actual production facility. It currently seems like the scheme is intended to apply to only local brands (goldsmiths, small goods, handmade products, marine industry, etc), aka products that are physically made in Norway. Well. I sincerely hope that Innovation Norway and Jan Christian Vestre really want to push forward Norwegian Made on a higher level, in order to make the most impact; Norwegian Values. Sustainability. Innovation. Norwegian Design - where I feel Norway is leading the way, yet the general production facilities are not yet up to date. (Sure, Ekornes & Vestre are two major players that I believe are 100% made in Norway, but this scheme needs to support all the smaller «up & coming» ones too, and those experiencing growth already – on their way to become the next Vestre and Ekornes). As an example: For KAOS today, it’s not possible, nor feasible, to have production in Norway. I see the Made In Norway scheme potentially turning into a complex issue in terms of sustainability (which the scheme is also intended to promote);  - One thing is where the production takes place, and where the materials come from - Another thing is where in the world your customers are  … And if it makes sense to produce in Norway at all? KAOS currently has 60% exports and we are growing at record speed into new markets. With our new, recycled plastic chair, the Norwegian Industry cannot offer the correct production facilities or logistic setup, so that's one thing. In addition, with our growing export of KAOS to Europe and Asia, it makes sense for us to build a strong production center and logistic setup in Netherlands. More central, less logistic (and fuel/CO2), less footprint, higher speed. It will be interesting to understand what parameters are being used to evaluate who’s eligible for the new mark, and who’s not. Where does the line go, and what is more important to promote for Norway as a brand; Values, innovation and sustainability, design and quality? Or local production? I'm just curious.

⚙ 👕 🎓 We're proud to announce a massive step forward in our mission to transform clothing production and combat industry overproduction! Rodinia Generation has secured €3 million in funding from Article 9 investor Climentum Capital and the Export and Investment Fund of Denmark (EIFO). We see this investment as a huge vote of confidence in our high-tech approach to solve the industry’s problem with unsustainable clothing production. Here's what the funding means to us and the future fashion industry: 🌐 Accelerating expansion, first in Europe, then later globally: as we enable automated microfactories across the planet to produce clothing just-in-time, we and our partners, gradually reduce the need to overproduce clothes that won’t even sell. ⏱ Speeding up sustainability: our microfactory technology enables quality production of garments 19 times faster than conventional production methods. This allows our partners, such as hummel, to make products cost-efficiently on-demand. 💚 A cleaner future for fashion: our technology reduces the product carbon footprint by 40% and water consumption to zero compared to conventional dyeing & finishing processes. We're more than proud to be at the forefront and take active part in the positive change that is happening in the wider fashion industry. Together with Climentum Capital and @Export and Investment Fund of Denmark we have set out to ensure that our next generation-garments are made in the amount we need, when we need it, and where we need it. Head over to our website to dive deeper: https://lnkd.in/eqvpQeg5  #sustainablefashion #innovation #rodiniageneration #earthday #change

The LIFE Re-Shoes project, an initiative in which SCARPA plays a leading role as coordinator of a consortium of different international realities, is coming alive. In the last few days, the collection campaign of used Mojito shoes has exceeded the threshold of 1500 pairs of shoes returned to the company by consumers. This first phase of the project, which will last until the end of 2024, involves around 250 points of sale in SCARPA's European distribution network, acting as 're-shops', collection points for Mojito models that have reached the end of their life. The new model, made with recycled materials, is specifically designed to be easier to recycle at the end of its life, applying the concepts of design for recycling. SCARPA, in collaboration with UNIBO and Sciarada Industria Conciaria, has already started a preliminary phase of hydrolysis experiments in the laboratory, with positive results in terms of re-use of the materials produced, and is preparing to start the industrial phase of the process, thanks to the construction of an ad hoc designed plant at the Tuscan tannery. SCARPA's partners in the various development phases of the Re-shoes project are Alma Mater Studiorum - Università di Bologna (testing of materials and shoes, life cycle assessment and design-for-recycling analysis); SCIARADA INDUSTRIA CONCIARIA S.P.A. (hydrolysis of leather and reuse of the liquid obtained for the tanning of new leather using the EVOLO® process); RUBBER CONVERSION (devulcanisation and regeneration of industrial rubber waste for the production of new treads); Rubbermac.it (production of new midsoles and treads from recycled material); Innovando (logistics for the collection of used shoes); European Platform for Sport Innovation (EPSI) - European Platform For Sports And Innovation (networking and promotion). #noplacetoofar

🌟 The year 2023 witnessed numerous notable collaborations, reflecting the growing synergy between next-gen materials and prominent brands. Tory Burch's choice to re-launch the "Ella Bio Tote" using Modern Meadow’s Bio-Alloy exemplifies the integration of innovative materials into iconic products. The official commercial readiness of Keel Labs, NFW, MycoWorks, and Ecovative - the mycelium technology company opens new doors for partnerships, underlining the industry's readiness for sustainable solutions. 👗 Circ® x Mara Hoffman’s collaboration introduced a vibrant dress that not only mimicked silk but also shed light on the potential of circular textiles in fashion. Automotive interiors took a sustainable turn with NFW partnering with Sage Automotive Interiors, pointing towards a future where cars might feature plant-based seats instead of traditional plastic. Read all the collaborations in our recent report here: https://lnkd.in/gi3U-scS #Materialinnovation #nextgenmaterials #Sustainability #Textiles

🎉I am super excited to share that we've invested in Danish-based Rodinia Generation to enable a more sustainable fashion industry 🧥 Garment manufacturing is a notoriously dirty business. Large-scale & low-tech dyeing and printing operations in emerging markets are highly polluting and consume large amounts of water 💦 & energy⚡️- while incentivizing massive overproduction to keep unit costs low and ensure sufficient stock given the long production timelines. Rodinia Generation addresses this challenge head-on with their innovative microfactory setup. Combining the latest digital printing technology with other automation machinery and an integrated software solution, Rodinia’s system produces garments in an environmentally friendly 🌱, high-tech ⚙️, and high-speed ⏱ manner that allows for cost-competitive production with lower volumes, close to the customers. This not only results in garments with a ~40% lower carbon footprint (and no other pollution effects) 🌎, but also in a huge reduction of overproduction and the associated impacts of that waste. Taking it a step further, Rodinia Generation’s high-speed model enables some customers to only produce garments after they are ordered. As the founder & CEO Trine Y. says: “It should be possible only to make clothes when they are actually bought, without having to transport them from one end of the planet to the other while causing all sorts of damage to people and the environment along the way”. 📣 Given the capabilities of the Rodinia Generation #microfactory, several large brands are beginning to explore use of the model to satisfy the increasing demand for smaller-scale and time-sensitive product launches, e.g. around sporting events ⚽️ and influencer collaborations 🤝. This serves as a great starting point to expand into product testing, replenishment, high-value segments, and eventually into more and more of the core production. With our mission to foster a more 🌱sustainable, low-carbon, local and circular industry ♻️ in Europe, Rodinia Generation is perfectly suited for the Climentum Capital portfolio. We are delighted to be investing alongside Export and Investment Fund of Denmark and look forward to realizing the promise of sustainable fashion! Thanks to Børsen for bringing this story! Trine Y. Lau Malthe Borch Stefan Maard Doerte Hirschberg Malin Carlstrom Rünno Allikivi Sara Færch Hansen

🌟 Innovation Meets Sustainability with our new BOSS "THE CHANGE" Sneaker 🌟 I’m super excited to share a big milestone in our journey toward a more sustainable future: the launch of our BOSS “THE CHANGE” Sneakers, crafted with HeiQ AeoniQ™ innovative fabric. 🌱👟 🚀 WHY PRODUCT INNOVATION MATTERS Taking the first step in innovation requires vision and courage. With HeiQ AeoniQ™ cellulose yarn, we are not just introducing a new product category but making a bold statement about our commitment to towards a more sustainable future. This innovation is a significant stride towards our goal of eliminating polyester and polyamide by 2030. 🤝 TEAMWORK DRIVES SUCCESS A heartfelt congratulations to my fantastic Product Innovation Team—Melanie Mikl, Charlotte Schatz, and Josef Haerle. Your creativity and dedication have brought this vision to life! 🚀👏 Special thanks to Daniel Gordon, Franziska Hilbert, Edoardo Brutti, Neil Zhao, and Shalakha Bagalkot for your incredible support, and to Daniel Grieder, Dorothee Niebergall, and Christopher Koerber Körber for your trust in this journey. And of course, a big shout out to Carlo R. Centonze, Julien Born, Carmen Danner, and the entire HeiQ AeoniQ™ team for their partnership and innovation. 🏃♂️ PERSISTANCE PAYS OFF Innovation is not just about starting but also about staying on track. It’s about overcoming challenges, learning, and continuously pushing boundaries. Celebrating each success along the way reminds us of how far we’ve come and fuels our drive to keep innovating. Let's keep pushing the envelope in fashion for a bold and better future! 💪🌍 #Innovation #Sustainability #TheChange #FutureOfFashion #ProductInnovation #Teamwork #Persistence #CelebrateSuccess

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 🤝 For a successful partnership with Dahlinger GmbH, companies should meet certain conditions or experience situations that make our services particularly valuable: 1️⃣ Company growth: Companies that are in a growth phase, especially when they expand their departments or develop new products, benefit from our expertise in packaging. 2️⃣ Only an idea in place: When a company has only a vague idea or concept, we are ready to support the entire process from design to delivery. 3️⃣ Upcoming New Projects: Companies about to launch new products or lines can benefit from our experience in packaging design and production. 4️⃣ Need for improvement in existing packaging: Companies that want to make their packaging more sustainable, especially if they want to move away from plastic or plastic, will find us a competent partner. This also applies to those who want to make their packaging smaller and more practical, reduce CO2 emissions, or use fewer delivery routes. Thanks to our production capabilities in the EU, we can offer efficient solutions here as well. Companies that find themselves in these situations or meet these conditions are ideal partners for Dahlinger. Together, we can ensure that their products are presented to the market with the best and most sustainable packaging. #cooperation #sustainability #Dahlinger #packaging innovation

A Nordic interregional collaboration is now commencing to demonstrate how workwear companies can prepare, and adapt their global value chains to the upcoming EU regulations on circular economy. The goal is to assist workwear producers in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway in becoming more sustainable through circular product design, production, and service concepts. Recently, the consortium partners convened for an initial meeting at The Swedish School of Textiles to discuss the project framework, which is a feasibility study intended to lead to a multi-year project involving workwear companies in the Öresund-Kattegat-Skagerrak (ÖKS) region. Partners in this feasibility study: University of Borås, Aalborg University Business School, and Circular Innovation Lab ApS. The feasibility study is funded by the EU through the Interreg Öresund-Kattegat-Skagerrak European Regional Development Fund. At this first meeting the following attended: Kanchana Dissanayake, Senior Lecturer, Sara Harper, Senior Lecturer, Dr. Mohammad Neaz Morshed, Researcher, and Rudrajeet Pal, Professor, from the Swedish School of Textiles, Kim Hjerrild, Strategic Partnerships Lead at Circular Innovation Lab, Denmark, Apoorva Arya, Founder and CEO of Circular Innovation Lab, Denmark. #circulareconomy #textilemanagement #theswedishschooloftextiles

Sustainability starts with the small things 💧 Today I sent some product samples of new goodbag - better world models to our client Rimi Baltic Group - one of the largest retailers in the Baltic region and a pioneer on sustainability in that region. We have our own branded goodbag boxes made out of recycled paper. They are not only sustainable but also look really really cool and for sure leave an impression. 😮 ♻️However the bag samples arrived already in a perfect and suitable box from the factory. So I decided to reuse the box they came in to safe some resources. To clarify why this box looks considerably beaten up I added a note “Recycled Packaging” with a little drawing (if you ever wondered why I am not responsible for the goodbag designs now you know!). Would a brand new branded box left a more clean and more professional impression? - Probably yes but I believe that this box leaves an equal good impression and a much lower footprint. 👣 What do you think? Would you prefer receiving goods in a brand new box or would you actually appreciate a reused and unbranded packaging❓ PS: I actually got inspired by this idea from our team member Tobias Hofmann who very often reuses the boxes we get the bags delivered in for shipping them to our amazing customers - saving us money and resources at the same time.👏 #sustainability #retail #startup #environment Vladimirs Poborcevs Zanda Sadre Alise Lazdāne Roberts Bicons