Raw Materials
Executive Q&A: Pioneering the Future
India-Based Birla Cellulose is Leading the Industry with Sustainable Options and Innovation India-based Birla Cellulose is the recipient of the “Dark Green Shirt” ranking in Canopy’s Hot Button Report for four consecutive years. This recognition highlights the company’s strong commitment to sustainability, significant efforts in reducing its environmental impact, and their leadership in protecting endangered …
Bio-Based Fiber Intermediates Market Poised for Lift-Off
The fiber intermediates market continues to grow with rising demand for textiles, automotive and packaging materials, but is increasingly being driven by sustainability concerns and environmental regulations. Fiber intermediates are the raw materials used in the production of synthetic fibers, principally polyester, polyamide, acrylic and polypropylene, as well as plastics, disinfectants and other industrial products. …
Executive Q&A: Sustainability is Fundemental
The Focus of Asia Pacific Rayon Is on Sustainable Production of Viscose Rayon, says Tapan Kumar Sannigrahi Asia Pacific Rayon (APR) is a leading integrated viscose rayon producer in Asia, with manufacturing operations in Riau province, in Sumatra, Indonesia. In November 2021, the company launched its APR2030 sustainability agenda, covering four main pillars, aiming for …
COLLABORATION for CIRCULARITY
Sustainable Nylon Alternative Bylon™ Progressed by FET and Sci-Lume Labs Every year, millions of tonnes of apparel fibers are made into billions of garments, the vast majority of which are landfilled or incinerated. Both synthetic and natural apparel fibers cause significant environmental damage, whether through the extraction of non-renewable resources like fossil fuels; the consumption …
The Success Story of Cellulosic Fibers Continues
The Annual Conference Will Provide Insights on the Current Trends of Circular Economy, Recycling and Sustainable Carbon Cycles Natural fibers, such as cotton and hemp, will not be able to satisfy the increasing global demand for more sustainable and renewable fibers. Cellulosic fibers are undoubtedly part of the solution. Cellulose is the main component of …