#Composites

2020-12-14

Kordsa is at the leadership level in the Carbon Disclosure Project Climate Change and Water Security Programs

Kordsa is among companies reporting on its climate and water-related risks and opportunities through the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) Climate Change and Water Security programs since 2016. The Company increased both its climate change and water security report scores from B to A- in the 2020 reporting period and rose from management level to leadership level.

In the reporting period of 2020, while the industry average of the world and Europe is B, Kordsa was in the top 20% among the companies evaluated in managing climate change related and water-related programs with its performance above the average.

Sabanc? Holding affiliate Kordsa, while creating economic value for its shareholders and investors with its technological innovations and investments, builds a sustainable future for its shareholders and its ecosystem by managing the resources responsibly.

Kordsa had initiated the Climate Change and Water Security Report of Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), the first and only NGO that facilitates reporting on how publicly traded companies manage water and climate change risk and opportunities, in 2016. Since then, Kordsa gradually improves its score reaching up to A- this year. With this performance Kordsa is above the global and Europe average -which is B- and among the top 20 percent companies of the industries it operates.

Chairman of the Board of Kordsa and President of the Industry Group at Sabanc? Holding Cevdet Alemdar expressed that Kordsa's sustainability-oriented efforts are a source of pride for both Turkey and Sabanc? Holding. Alemdar continued: “As Sabanc? Holding, we believe that building a sustainable future is our top responsibility for next generations. Therefore, as the Sabanc? Holding sustainability is at the heart of our company strategies. We are proud that Kordsa is a leading and exemplary company in Turkey with its gradually improving sustainability performance and with the sustainable technologies it develops. "

Saying that it was an honor to be among the leading companies in the world with an above average score at Carbon Disclosure Project, Kordsa, CEO Ali Çal??kan, stated about Kordsa’s sustainability vision and efforts: “In parallel to our ‘Inspired to reinforce life’ vision we are striving to produce sustainable technologies with every investment we make and every action we take. With our tire reinforcement and composite technologies, we aim to reduce fuel consumption and lighten vehicles. As a keen follower of responsible production and consumption mindset within the scope of United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, we aim to reduce our emission values and therefore work on improvements at our production processes as well as lightening technologies which are an output of these processes. The fact that we have raised our Carbon Disclosure Project score to ‘A-’ is a clear sign of our dedication. Our above-average performance compared to the global and European average puts us among top 20 percent companies in our industry and this gives us a responsibility to lead the market towards Sustainable Development Goals.”

Sabanci Holding Industry Group Leader Cevdet Alemdar © 2020 Kordsa

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.

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.

Modern testing methods for raw cotton

The 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen will take place from 25 to 27 March 2026 at the Bremen Parliament. This conference has traditionally stood for in-depth expertise and international exchange. The program will focus on technical innovations, market trends, and regulatory frameworks across the entire value chain – from agriculture to the circular economy. With high-profile speakers, the conference is regarded as the key meeting point for the global cotton industry. Today’s focus: Cotton quality and testing methods.

Rieter responds to higher raw material prices

Global political and economic developments have been leading to rising raw material and energy costs for some time. The textile machinery industry is also affected by this trend. Rieter machines and components consist to a large extent of steel, copper, aluminum and electronics. These materials in particular have seen higher demand and higher prices in recent months.