#Sustainability

2020-12-10

New Sensil® WaterCare conserves water and reduces pollution

The traditional textile dyeing wet process is a water-intensive operation that often relies on century-old technology that guzzles water and energy. Not only that but approximately 20% of global industrial water pollution can be attributed to textile dyeing and treatment. New Sensil® WaterCare offers water-conscious brands, retailers, and consumers a more sustainable choice to conserve precious resources and reduce water pollution, all while enjoying apparel that is as richly beautiful as it is responsible.

“Sensil® WaterCare can shorten the product development cycle, improve productivity, and reduce the burden of sampling and returns. These are tangible efficiency gains for the textile industry and also substantial benefits for the planet and people.”

NILIT, a global leader in sustainable premium Nylon, introduces Sensil® WaterCare as part of the company’s comprehensive Planet Promise textile sustainability commitment. Sensil® WaterCare is pre-dyed so fabric and apparel makers can save 100% of the water, energy, and chemicals involved in the traditional coloration process. Plus, Sensil® WaterCare significantly reduces processing time, water treatment costs, and the risk of pollution to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

“Water is the foundation of life and protecting it is a corporate mandate we take very seriously at NILIT,” says Ilan Melamed, NILIT General Manager. “Our R&D efforts are focused on developing new Sensil® products like WaterCare that support the industry’s sustainability goals and respond to growing consumer demands for textiles and apparel that are more responsibly made.”

New Sensil® WaterCare is spun-dyed. Environmentally responsible pigments such as charcoal and coffee bean shells, among others, offer sustainable coloration that reflects the natural world. Color is embedded in the yarn as it is produced resulting in exquisite, uniform color depth and luster that won’t wash out, even at high temperatures. Garments resist fading so they last longer and dyes do not wash out in the laundry.

“From the perspective of NILIT’s Total Product Sustainability approach, Sensil® WaterCare can make a significant impact when its many advantages are considered,” Says Bernardo Staiano, NILIT CTO. “Sensil® WaterCare can shorten the product development cycle, improve productivity, and reduce the burden of sampling and returns. These are tangible efficiency gains for the textile industry and also substantial benefits for the planet and people.”

Sensil’s family of premium Nylon products addresses resource conservation, pollution elimination, biodegradability, and recycled inputs to help advance textile industry sustainability. NILIT collaborates with key partners to improve sustainability throughout the global value chain and educate consumers about responsible choices.

Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024 signed by Governor

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Modtissimo promotes sustainability with 28 coordinates in the Green Circle

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The EU and Egypt team up to mobilise private sector investments at Investment Conference and sign a Memorandum of Understanding underpinning €1 billion in macro-financial assistance for Egypt

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Pioneering open-source framework shows how early innovation drives a just and net-zero fashion future

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Lenzing confirmed as global leader in Canopy sustainability ranking

Lenzing AG has once again taken first place in this year's Hot Button Report published by the Canadian non-profit organization Canopy. With 34.5 out of 40 points and no known risk of sourcing from ancient and endangered forests, Lenzing remains one of the most sustainable companies in regenerated cellulose fiber production – setting a benchmark for responsible business practices in the textile and nonwovens industries.

Nike unites innovation, design and product teams to accelerate athlete-centered innovation

Nike, Jordan Brand and Converse are joining forces under a new, athlete-focused creation structure aimed at accelerating innovation and driving growth across NIKE, Inc. The new setup unites the Innovation, Design and Product teams from all three brands into a single “creation engine” that will enable greater sharing of insights, technology and manufacturing methods throughout the innovation process. This integration is part of Nike’s new Sport Offense strategy and is designed to enhance the creation of products that help athletes perform at their best.

DORNIER celebrates its anniversary at ITMA Asia + CITME

To mark its 75th anniversary, machine and plant manufacturer Lindauer DORNIER will be presenting the latest developments in its rapier and air-jet weaving machines at ITMA Asia + CITME in Singapore (Hall 2, Stand B401) from 28 to 31 October 2025. The focus will be on energy-efficient weaving technologies, new IoT solutions for networked textile production and systems for the series production of modern fibre composite components.

BCI warns against ‘dangerous dilution’ of EU corporate directives

The approval of the European Commission’s Omnibus I proposal by the European Parliament’s Committee on Legal Affairs, accepting controversial changes to key sustainability directives is of great concern. These changes, namely to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), threaten to significantly dilute business reporting and due diligence obligations.