#Composites

2018-06-07

Kordsa is among the best employers of Brazil for the third consecutive year

Kordsa, embracing a management model that encourages development and participation of employees for sustainable business success, has been among top employers for three consecutive years in Brazil.

Listed among the top "Great Places to Work" in Brazil, Kordsa has once again proved that human resource is its greatest asset, and that it values its people beyond all else

Kordsa, global player in tire and construction reinforcement and composite technologies, reinforces its success and continues to establish its "Reinforcer" reputation through the awards granted in many countries as well as in Turkey.

Kordsa’s facility in Brazil, has been listed among the best employers for the third time in Brazil by the Great Place to Work Institute (GPTW). Kordsa has been ranked in the 4th place in Bahia, Brazil. Kordsa Brazil was the only industrial company to be included in the list.

Kordsa CEO, Ali Çalışkan said about their success for the last three years: “We have been among top-ranked companies for the last three years in this survey conducted by Great Place to Work Institute. This recognition is an output of the steps we take towards becoming a global employer brand. We see our human resources as our greatest asset. While we reinforce life in our 8 facilities throughout 4 continents, our human resources management reinforces more than 4 thousand employees. Our human resources approach has five pillars: 'Inspire, care, develop, thank and appreciate'. With this understanding, we encourage our employees to be inspired from each other and inspire each other, care about their own development, and live a balanced, happy life. In the upcoming period, we will continue to support and improve our employees' competencies in line with their needs and cultural differences.”

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.

Engineering depth and diversity for composites

Airbond is the latest member of the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) to receive recognition for contributions to the composites industry. The engineering firm based in Pontypool, South Wales, has just received the Make UK Energy and Sustainability Award for its Lattice 3D Printing project.

Circulose restarts commercial-scale production at Ortviken plant in Sundsvall

Circulose today announced the restart of its commercial-scale production plant at Ortviken in Sundsvall, Sweden, marking a significant step in scaling next-generation materials for the global fashion industry. The company plans to resume production of CIRCULOSE®, a recycled pulp made entirely from discarded cotton textiles, in the fourth quarter of 2026.

VIATT 2026 to debut German Pavilion, strengthening European participation alongside key Asian textile hubs

Vietnam’s textile and garment sector continues to be a major contributor to the country’s economic growth, with export revenues expected to reach USD 46 billion in 2025, a 5.6% increase from 2024 . From 26 – 28 February, the Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) is set to contribute to economic growth opportunities by accelerating digital transformation and green transition across the entire textile value chain. The upcoming edition will respond to the rising demand for advanced technologies and sustainable materials with the introduction of the German Pavilion, alongside strong exhibitor participation from key Asian sectors, as well as several high-profile fringe events.

Sustainable, lightweight, and sound absorbing: Polyester-based front trunk solution for BEVs

As car manufacturers look to further reduce their carbon footprint, Autoneum has developed an innovative front trunk solution for battery electric vehicles (BEVs), made entirely from polyester-based textile. The Ultra-Silent Frunk offers significant weight reduction, improved acoustic and thermal insulation, and uses up to 70 percent recycled material, supporting sustainable and efficient vehicle design. Autoneum, global technology leader in acoustic and thermal management for vehicles, has already received orders for the new frunk from three major OEMs in Asia and Europe to be built in three BEV models. Series production for two BEVs has been underway in China and Germany since last year.