#Composites

2019-03-07

Kordsa will introduce its new light weighting technology at JEC World 2019

Kordsa attends JEC World 2019, the largest international gathering of the composites industry. The reinforcement leader will exhibit its expanding product portfolio and new technologies with the visitors. Kordsa will also introduce its new light weighting technology in heavy duty vehicle chassis system developed in collaboration with Ford Otosan.

Kordsa attends JEC World 2019 held in Paris between 12 and 14 March. At JEC World 2019, Kordsa will showcase its innovative products and technologies at Hall 6 booth D32 and G27 for its recently acquired companies Fabric Development, Textile Products, and Advanced Honeycomb Technologies. Visitors will also have its game changer light weighting technology in heavy duty vehicle chassis system, developed in co-operation with Ford Otosan.

While light weighting is currently the top priority in the automotive industry, Kordsa, in collaboration with Ford Otosan, developed a new chassis system technology for heavy duty vehicles over 16 tons including structural health monitoring systems. Kordsa and Ford Otosan will introduce the new technology at “Composites Exchange” conference on March 13th.

As part of Turkey’s ‘Country on Stage’ event on 14th of March, Kordsa will share Kordsa’s knowledge and skills in the area of composites technologies, mainly focusing on Composite Technologies Center of Excellence, an innovation hub that brings industry and university together.

Kordsa, as an innovation leader company that leads the industry, is also the proud sponsor of JEC Innovation Awards ceremony.

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.