From the Sector

Outlast Technologies is showcasing Aersulate® Wadding - its NASA-inspired, fiber-based insulation - at PERFORMANCE DAYS Munich. Recognized among the Top Ten in the show’s Innovation Fo-rum, Aersulate® was selected from over 2,000 fabric submissions, standing out to the jury for its high thermal efficiency with low volume.

At the core of Aersulate® is aerogel - the world’s lightest solid, consisting of up to 99% air. Out-last embeds an impressive 50% by volume of aerogel directly into viscose fibers, creating an insu-lation that is exceptionally light yet extraordinarily effective.

Proven Performance
Independent lab data confirm a significant increase in thermal efficiency versus conventional solutions:

• 35% higher RCT values in wadding
• Up to +37% higher RCT in needlefelt applications
• Same warmth at up to 35% less volume (no extra bulk)

Performs Under Pressure
Aersulate® Wadding delivers warmth precisely where traditional wadding loses effectiveness - under compression. Air is an excellent natural insulator, but in conventional fills it is squeezed out when pressure is applied (e.g., kneeling or sitting), causing thermal performance to drop. With an exceptionally high aerogel content - 50% by volume - Aersulate® stores air within a sta-ble, porous microstructure that keeps it from escaping. The result is consistently high insulation - even under compression and in humid conditions. From outerwear and ski apparel to technical workwear, Aersulate® reliably sustains thermal performance.

Sustainable by Design
Aersulate® Wadding unites aerogel made from quartz sand with renewable, wood-based viscose to offer a sustainable, animal-free alternative to down and conventional synthetic fills - with no compromise on performance.

“With our patent-pending fiber technology, Aersulate® redefines what textile insulation can be: thin, light, and powerful,” said Ari Pachur, Senior Business Development Manager Overseas of Outlast. “Being selected for the Top Ten out of more than 2,000 entries at PERFORMANCE DAYS is a fantastic recognition of what this technology enables.”

The German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research Denkendorf (DITF) and LEKI Lenhart GmbH have collaborated on a project to develop a hiking pole made largely from renewable raw materials. The finished product demonstrates that sustainable materials can also offer high performance in the outdoor industry.

Consumers are increasingly asking for environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional materials. Aluminum and carbon fibers, for example, require a lot of energy to manufacture and are usually difficult to recycle. Therefore, the aim of the research project was to develop sustainable and durable sports poles made of hemp fibers and a bio-based matrix, which are manufactured using the pultrusion process.

The shaft of the hiking pole is made of regionally harvested hemp fibers that have been processed to rovings using a Kemafil-process. This is a wrapping process that gives the fibers a stable, rope-like structure through a special interweaving technique. The matrix used was developed together with the project partner Bio-Composites and More GmbH and is based on epoxidized linseed oil, which can be cured in the same way as a synthetic epoxide resin. The matrix is up to 42 percent organic and is ideal for the energy- and material-efficient pultrusion process. At DITF, approximately 16 meters of tubular profiles were successfully pultruded on a laboratory scale. The manufactured parts have a smooth surface and the natural fibers used are visible.

The suitability of the process for series production was demonstrated by manufacturing under industrial conditions at the industrial partner CG TEC GmbH.

Other components besides of the shaft are also sustainable: the wrist strap is made of a natural fiber fabric and the attachments are made of a bio-based polymer. This means that over 64 percent of the entire hiking pole is made from renewable raw materials.

Initial market analyses indicate very good commercial viability and user satisfaction. While hemp fibers have previously been used mainly in applications with low mechanical requirements, the developed product proves that this natural fiber material is also suitable for resilient structures. The hiking poles manufactured achieve a bending strength comparable to that of aluminum poles and even offer improved damping properties. Thanks to its reduced carbon footprint, the product is sustainable and environmentally friendly.

At K show in Düsseldorf, the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber, EREMA Group announced a strategic investment in clean technology company BlockTexx®. The Australian pioneer has developed a process that separates polyester and cellulose from blended textiles. By combining both companies’ technologies, the partnership aims to scale post-consumer textile-to-textile recycling to industrial levels.

BlockTexx®‘s process separates polyester and cellulose from post-consumer textiles and clothing, providing the polyester for EREMA’s technology. The INTAREMA® FibrePro:IV system will process the polyester into recycled pellets suitable for new garment production. “Our thermomechanical recycling system is a core element for textile recycling,” said Wolfgang Hermann, Business Development Manager for Fibres & Textiles at EREMA Group. “However, full-scale textile recycling requires a combination of technologies, with BlockTexx® unlocking the solution for processing polyester-blended textiles.“

Industrial-scale expansion
BlockTexx® operates its first plant in Australia with a processing capacity of 10,000 tonnes per year, with plans for a second plant of 50,000 tonnes per year. Scaling up requires a strong investment partner. “Blended textiles like cotton-polyester account for over 60 per cent of global apparel production but are notoriously difficult to recycle due to fibre incompatibility and chemical contamination”, says Adrian Jones, co-founder of BlockTexx®. EREMA Group’s investment brings not only capital but also deep recycling expertise, proven technology and infrastructure. From the very beginning, it felt like a true partnership, Jones notes: “Both companies share the same intellectual curiosity and EREMA Group was committed to this journey from day one.” 

Textile industry faces recycling challenges
According to global non-profit Textile Exchange 75 million tonnes of synthetic fibres were produced in 2023, with polyester being the most common, accounting for 57 per cent of total fibre production. Recycling rates for polyester are estimated at only 1 per cent. “Currently, nearly all the recycled polyester in the clothing you see in retail stores is derived from PET plastic bottles” says Graham Ross, co-founder of BlockTexx®. As per Textile Exchange, recycled fibres constituted 7.7 per cent of the global fibre market in 2023, with 7 per cent being recycled polyester from waste PET bottles. Hackl emphasizes: “The goal must be to ensure that rPET from bottles is returned to new bottles. This investment is not only positive for the textile industry, but also for the plastics industry. By keeping rPET in the bottle-to-bottle loop, we can stabilize supply and prices for the market.”

With the EU recently adopting binding legislation that will make textile producers responsible for the collection, sorting and recycling of textile waste through mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes, the sector is set for change. As these rules come into force over the coming years, the demand for post-consumer textile recycling solutions is expected to grow significantly. “The EU legislation could fundamentally transform the sector. While most textile production takes place in Asia, Europe is a major consumer of fashion. This legislation will therefore have a significant global impact”, Ross notes.

Setting new standards for circularity
By combining mechanical processing, chemical separation, and fibre regeneration, the partnership establishes a model that sets new industrial standards for circularity. “Twenty-five years ago, people could not imagine bottle-to-bottle recycling. Today it is standard. I believe the same will happen for textile-to-textile recycling”, says Hackl. “The textile industry has been slow to recognize the importance of recycling, often citing difficulties as an excuse. Now there are no more excuses. Textile-to-textile recycling will become a reality at industrial-scale through the collaboration between EREMA and BlockTexx®,” adds Jones.

Through the strategic collaboration the EREMA Group emphasizes its commitment to returning polyester to the apparel production cycle and scaling up textile-to-textile recycling. “The PET fibre industry is three times the size of the PET bottle industry. We have been investing in the research and development of textile and fibre recycling for several years. With the technology we already provide for PET fibre recycling, our next step is to aim for full-scale industrial textile recycling. We consider BlockTexx® a key partner in this. Their technology paves the way for used textiles to re-enter the production cycle,” said Manfred Hackl, CEO of EREMA Group.

Die Bundesregierung will ein Aktionsprogramm mit kurzfristig realisierbaren Maßnahmen zur Umsetzung der Nationalen Kreislaufwirtschaftsstrategie verabschieden.
Ein Spitzengespräch mit Bundesumweltminister Carsten Schneider und wichtigen Verbänden hat dazu in Berlin stattgefunden. Im Interview erläutert bvse-Hauptgeschäftsführer Eric Rehbock seine Eindrücke und Prioritäten.

Wie bewerten Sie dieses Treffen?
Eric Rehbock: Der bvse hat intensiv an der Nationalen Kreislaufwirtschaftsstrategie mitgearbeitet. Das Thema liegt uns naturgemäß sehr am Herzen. Mit dem Ergebnis waren wir allerdings nicht zufrieden. Wir haben kritisiert, dass die NKWS zu unverbindlich und zu unkonkret geblieben ist. Insofern begrüßen wir ausdrücklich die Absicht der Bundesregierung, jetzt ein Aktionsprogramm mit konkreten Maßnahmen auf den Weg zu bringen. Das Treffen in Berlin war wichtig. In einer konstruktiven Runde engagierter Verbandsvertreter haben wir einen interessierten und fokussierten Minister erlebt. Aus meiner Sicht war das insgesamt ein gutes Spitzengespräch.

Zu dem Spitzengespräch wurde ein Entwurf für ein Aktionsprogramm vorgestellt. Entspricht das den Vorstellungen des bvse?
Eric Rehbock: Es ist ein guter Aufschlag. Die zentralen Themen sind enthalten – darauf kommt es an. Wir dürfen dabei aber die aktuelle Lage in den einzelnen Recyclingbranchen nicht aus dem Blick verlieren.

Neben dem Kunststoffrecycling steht auch das Textilrecycling vor dem Kollaps.
Eric Rehbock: Ja, das habe ich Bundesumweltminister Schneider sehr deutlich gesagt. Wir können nicht einfach abwarten, bis die Herstellerverantwortung eingeführt ist. Die Gefahr ist real, dass unser bewährtes Sammelsystem bis dahin nicht überlebt. Die Zahl der Insolvenzen nimmt im Textilbereich stetig zu. Wir brauchen jetzt eine tragfähige Strategie, um dieses System zu erhalten – nicht irgendwann, sondern sofort.

Denken Sie, dass die Politik das Problem erkannt hat?
Eric Rehbock: Daran arbeiten wir intensiv. Bundesumweltminister Schneider hat im Spitzengespräch die Dimension des Problems klar erkannt und gezielte Nachfragen gestellt. Er hat uns zugesagt, das Thema der Sammlung, Sortierung und Verwertung von Alttextilien unter Beibehaltung der seit Jahrzehnten bewährten Struktur, prioritär in das Aktionsprogramm aufzunehmen. Jetzt gilt es, gemeinsam dranzubleiben und Lösungen zu entwickeln.

At K 2025, EREMA launches a POWERFIL brand innovation that sets new standards in melt filtration for plastics recycling. The new LF 812 high-performance filter has twice the screen surface area of the previous premium model, the LF 406, extending the series upwards. Another new feature is the integration of the proven Lock & Change system for changing screens during operation in the Endurance filter, which handles the pre-filtration of heavily contaminated input streams such as unwashed materials. 

"This latest development in our laser filter sees us take a decisive step towards meeting the growing demands for high throughputs in plastics recycling at the same time as achieving the highest quality of melt," says Markus Huber-Lindinger, Managing Director at EREMA. The 100 percent larger screen surface of the new LF 812 laser filter boosts throughput, or maintains throughput while using screens with finer filters, which is particularly advantageous for quality-driven applications. Thanks to the larger surface area of the filter, it is also possible to operate at lower pressure and with less thermal load. 

Maximum screen area, minimum space requirement
Up to 5,000 kilogrammes of melt can be filtered per hour with the single version of the new laser filter. "As a leading provider of plastics recycling machines, at EREMA we focus our experience and technical expertise on equipping large-scale systems with high-performance filtration in a compact design," says Markus Huber-Lindinger. The single version of the LF 812 laser filter covers applications with throughputs that previously required multiple filter units. "The major increase in surface area opens up new scope for system design. In many cases, this results in smaller space requirements and a more compact overall solution," adds Robert Obermayr, Product Group Manager for POWERFIL at EREMA. 

Manufactured inhouse for the highest quality and supply chain security
High-quality, high-performance filters continue to gain in importance in plastics recycling. The EREMA Group is responding to this by expanding inhouse manufacturing of filter components at 3S in Wartberg, a company that is also part of the EREMA Group. Investments in new production and heat treatment technologies increase vertical integration to ensure consistently high component quality. That is how EREMA strengthens supply chain security for customers who rely on the company's recycling systems and components.

BW Converting announced that its Baldwin TexCoat® G4 precision spray finishing system has been validated through collaboration with Fashion for Good and Apparel Impact Institute (Aii). Following extensive trials and analysis, the technology is now recognized within Aii’s Climate Solutions Portfolio Registry as a proven solution for lowering carbon emissions and resource consumption across the global textile supply chain.
 
TexCoat G4 replaces traditional pad-based applications with non-contact precision spray technology, applying chemistry only where it is needed. The system delivers 40–50% energy savings, reduces water consumption and chemical use by up to 50% and eliminates chemical waste during job changeovers. These benefits help mills achieve significant sustainability targets while improving profitability and throughput.
 
The validation follows successful field trials in Europe and Asia, where TexCoat G4 has demonstrated substantial resource savings with no compromise to fabric quality. As part of Aii’s registry, the technology will now be visible to leading apparel brands and retailers that are actively sourcing scalable solutions to decarbonize textile wet processing. 
 
TexCoat G4’s patented non-contact spray process also streamlines operations by reducing downtime, enabling rapid changeovers and supporting traceability through full Industry 4.0 integration.

“Being recognized by both Fashion for Good and Aii underscores the impact of TexCoat G4 not only as an innovative finishing technology but as a verified climate solution,” said Yiannis Vasilonikolos, Global Sales Leader, Textiles, BW Converting. “We are proud that the data confirms what our customers experience every day: measurable reductions in energy, water and carbon footprint, paired with consistently high finishing quality. Together, this validation strengthens our ability to help textile producers meet the dual goals of sustainability and competitiveness.”

Source Fashion, the UK’s leading responsible sourcing show, announced Redress as the headline catwalk partner for its return to Olympia London from 13–15 January 2026, spotlighting pioneering designers who are reshaping fashion through circular and sustainable design.

The Source Fashion Catwalk will take place three times daily, showcasing responsibly produced collections, trend-led designs, and cutting-edge innovation. Each show will present a compelling story of sustainability in practice, inspiring buyers with practical ideas they can implement directly from the show floor.

Based in Hong Kong, Redress is an Asia-focused environmental NGO on a mission to accelerate the transition to a circular fashion industry by educating and empowering designers and consumers to reduce clothing’s negative environmental impacts. In response to fashion’s unsustainable linear model of ‘take, make, use, and waste,’ Redress champions a circular economy that takes responsibility for a product’s entire lifecycle and its impact on the planet.

At the heart of its work is the Redress Design Award, a leading sustainable fashion design competition, which has built a global network of over 300 emerging designers pioneering circular and waste-reducing practices. This makes Redress an ideal partner for Source Fashion, as both organisations share a commitment to innovation, education, and driving real-world change in the fashion industry. Together, they are empowering the next generation of designers to reshape fashion’s future through creativity and responsibility.

For Source Fashion January 2026, Redress will select two to three Redress Design Award alumni to headline the catwalk. Their curated showcase will highlight innovation, circular design thinking, and a strong commitment to reducing environmental impact. The dynamic catwalk will run three times a day, offering a visual narrative of how responsible design and creative excellence can join forces to redefine the future of fashion.

“This partnership with Redress marks an exciting next chapter for the Source Fashion catwalk,” says Suzanne Ellingham, Director of Source Fashion. “Redress has been instrumental in nurturing some of the most forward-thinking designers working in sustainability today. Their alumni are proof that creativity and responsibility are not opposing forces, they’re the foundation of fashion’s future. By bringing their work to our stage, we’re giving buyers and brands a glimpse of what truly circular design can look like in practice.”

Christina Dean, Founder of Redress, “Our partnership with Source Fashion creates the perfect stage to show that sustainable fashion isn’t just a passing trend, it’s the future. By putting our Redress Design Award alumni in the spotlight, we’re proving that circular design can be innovative, beautiful, and commercially viable. This partnership is about inspiring the industry and showing that responsibility and creativity go hand in hand.”

The landmark event, attended by 5,022 professionals, confirms the global shift from why to how, driving cross-sector collaboration across 120+ enterprises and 200+ case studies. GREENEXT Expo is an integrated platform dedicated to driving sustainability transformation. Through exhibitions, summits, and international exchange, the Expo fosters a collaborative innovation network connecting business leaders, policymakers, investors, innovators, and consumers to achieve triple wins across economic, environmental, and social dimensions.

The GREENEXT Expo 2025 successfully concluded on September 27 at the Shanghai Exhibition Center, solidifying its position as one of the most influential annual platforms for sustainability transformation in China and beyond. Positioned as China's leading greening initiative and accelerator platform, the two-day event focused on the core pillars of Sustainability Innovation × Cross-Sector Collaboration × Business, welcoming 5,022 attendees and bringing together over 120 leading global enterprises and organizations.

The Expo’s central theme was the execution of sustainable practice, moving decisively beyond abstract discourse.

Actionable Solutions Across Six Strategic Zones
GREENEXT 2025 presented over 200 scalable solutions across six dedicated thematic zones, emphasizing practical applications in key areas:

• Fashion Forward: Showcased circular economy models for textiles, featuring solutions from global brands like adidas and the Ellassay Group.
• Living Earth: Focused on the regenerative connection between nature and commerce, highlighting transparent "field to bottle" supply chains with exhibitors such as The Macallan.
• Green for Next: Addressed corporate resilience, covering ESG disclosure, carbon auditing, and low-carbon manufacturing with contributors like HKRI Taikoo Hui and Tencent CarbonXmade.

The event also sharpened its focus on four critical commercial scenarios: Urban Regeneration (ESG-driven circularity), Global Expansion (supply chain trust and compliance), Technological Innovation (youth and startup creativity), and embedding Public Good for long-term competitiveness.

Global Dialogue and the New Aesthetic of Value
The conference program served as a cornerstone, convening 183 global experts in 77 sessions. The international scope was amplified by remarks from diplomatic representatives of European nations, including Finland, Norway, Belgium, and Denmark, fostering essential Global Collaboration on regulatory and market challenges.

Key takeaways from the dialogue included the redefinition of premium commerce through sustainability:
“The Third Aesthetic of Commercial Spaces: Making Sustainability the New Luxury,”
— Ms. Ruifang Ding, Co-General Manager of HKRI Taikoo Hui

Commitment to Future Talent and Philanthropy
The Expo served as a launchpad for future-focused initiatives, including:

• The establishment of the Shanghai Population Welfare Foundation Sustainable Development Fund, promoting the integration of philanthropy and corporate social responsibility.
• The official release of the Youth Action Guide for Sustainable Development at the Innovation Hub, designed to mobilize the next generation of innovators.
• The recognition of industry leaders at the Global Sustainable Fashion Consumption Industry Pioneer Awards Ceremony.

Public engagement was driven by the "Sustainable Journey," an immersive route that featured interactive activities like the Climate Fresk workshop and the Recycled Plastic Workshop, ensuring that sustainability concepts were translated into tangible, hands-on experiences for consumers.

GREENEXT Expo 2025 successfully confirmed that the pursuit of sustainability is the essence of new productive forces, driving synergy between economic prosperity and ecological benefit. Preparations for GREENEXT Expo 2026 are already underway, promising to further expand its global reach and deepen its impact.

Kyocera Document Solutions Inc. supported the production of dresses using artworks painted by artists contracted to HERALBONY for ANREALAGE’s Collection at Paris Fashion Week SS 2026, held on September 30, 2025. The collection comprised 30 outfits, 26 of which used fabrics printed with our sustainable inkjet textile printer "FOREARTH". For this collection, 21 vibrant designs by 18 artists contracted to HERALBONY were printed onto wide range of fabrics and, through ANREALAGE’s craftmanship, transformed into distinctive garments that conveyed movement and vitality. FOREARTH printing was used for bags and shoes, giving their designs an inner glow that attracted significant attention.

Works by artists contracted to HERALBONY are characterized by both intricate, delicate expressions and bold, powerful strokes. In the printing process for this garment production, our FOREARTH faithfully reproduced those artistic expressions. Moreover, features unique to each artwork—such as variations in brush pressure and brushstroke—along with subtle differences in hue and tonal gradation were recreated through precise ink-volume adjustments made possible by digital technology, allowing FOREARTH to play a significant role in this production.

„Seeing printed fabrics from Kyocera’s sustainable inkjet textile printer, FOREARTH, moved me“, said HERALBONY’s designers Takaya Matsuda and Fumito. „The printer reproduces the nuance in the artists’ brushwork—the subtle breaks, dynamism, and life—directly onto fabric. It felt as if the works were truly imprinted on society. We believe this is meaningful for the artists, their families, and the welfare communities supporting them.“

FOREARTH reduces water usage by 99.98%*1. This is significant for the resource- and water-intensive textile and apparel industry. We will continue to work with Kyocera to introduce and scale a model that protects artistic integrity while helping to solve environmental challenges. 

Kleidung – soweit das Auge reicht. Zerschlissene, verdreckte Fetzen, die mal als Mode im Nord-Westen dieser Welt gekauft und dann weggeworfen wurden, oft nach nur kurzer Zeit des Tragens. Viele Textilien, die beispielsweise in Europa entsorgt werden, enden auf riesigen Deponien in Ghana und Kenia – und sorgen dort vor allem für ökologische Probleme. Zwei Studentinnen der Hochschule Niederrhein, Charlotte Weber und Ramona Möllers, haben es sich mit der Gründung ihres eigenen Unternehmens „WM Studio“ („We Make Waste Matter“) zum Ziel gemacht, daran etwas zu ändern.
 
Für ihre Bachelorarbeit an der HSNR sind die beiden Studentinnen, die inzwischen den Master „Textile Produkte  - Design“ studieren, nach Nairobi gereist. „Vor Ort konnten wir uns selbst ein Bild von dem riesigen Altkleider-Problem machen“, sagen Charlotte Weber und Ramona Möllers. „Altkleider liegen auf Müllhalden, die sich über Kilometer erstrecken und schon vor Jahrzehnten als voll deklariert wurden. Trotzdem kommen jeden Tag Tonnen um Tonnen Altkleider in Kenia an. Diese landen in Flüssen, zerstören die Natur.“ Zumal es sich oft um Fast Fashion handele. „Diese besteht häufig aus synthetischen Fasern, die keinen natürlichen Ursprung haben. Sie sind nicht biologisch abbaubar und verrotten daher nicht. Zudem entsteht durch das Tragen und Waschen dieser Textilien Mikroplastik, das in die Umwelt gelangt.“
 
Durch Praktika und Jobs während des Studiums sind die beiden Studentinnen immer wieder dem Abfallproblem beziehungsweise der Wegwerfmentalität in der Modebranche begegnet. „In einem Atelier beispielsweise fallen beim Zuschnitt Abfälle oder Prototypen an, die entsorgt werden“, sagt Ramona Möllers (27). Ganz zu schweigen von der industriellen Produktion und den vielen Retouren der Versandhändler. „Und ein Teil dieser Überproduktion und Retouren kommt dann in Ländern wie Kenia an.“
 
Für ihre Beschäftigung mit den Themen Altkleiderexporte und zirkuläre Textilwirtschaft wurden die beiden Studentinnen dieses Jahr mit dem Wilhelm-Lorch-Preis ausgezeichnet. Außerdem gelang ihnen der Einzug in die Endrunde und Ausstellung des Bundespreises Ecodesign – der höchsten staatlichen Auszeichnung für ökologisches Design in Deutschland. Sie waren auf großen Branchen-Events wie der „Unikate“-Messe vertreten. Im Gepäck hatten die beiden Gründerinnen dort auch die erste Kollektion ihres Labels „WM Studio“, das sie frisch gegründet haben. Ziel des Labels ist es, Alttextilien vor den Müllhalden zu retten – so entstanden in Zusammenarbeit mit Africa Collect Textiles auf kenianischer Seite Taschen aus alten Cordhosen. 

„Neben der Kollektion liegt ein weiterer Schwerpunkt unseres Unternehmens auf der Vermittlung von textilem Wissen: Wir setzen uns für Workshops und Bildungsformate ein – sowohl in Deutschland und Europa als auch in Kenia“, sagt Charlotte Weber (26). So gaben die beiden Studierenden beispielsweise schon einen Schulworkshop in Nairobi, wo Kinder aus Alttextilien Schulmäppchen webten; in der Türkei führten sie einen Häkel-Upcycling-Workshop durch. „Wir möchten das Wissen über Textilien stärken und das Handwerk zurückbringen. Wir müssen davon wegkommen, Textilien als Wegwerfprodukte zu betrachten und ständig neue zu kaufen.“
 
Bei ihrem Gründungsvorhaben wurden die beiden nicht nur von ihrer Professorin Marina-Elena Wachs begleitet, sondern auch von HNX, der Gründungsberatung der Hochschule Niederrhein. Dort konnten sie nicht nur Workshops rund um Themen wie Marketing, Vertrieb und Steuern besuchen, sondern erhielten ein persönliches Coaching sowie die Möglichkeit, sich mit anderen Gründer:innen zu vernetzen. „Die Angebote von HNX sind für alle Angehörigen der Hochschule kostenlos und werden ab diesem Semester auch noch stärker in die Lehre implementiert“, sagt Carola Lobemeier von HNX. Vivian Sommer, ebenfalls aus dem HNX-Team, ergänzt: „Wir haben viele Studierende, die etwas verändern wollen. Indem wir den Gründungs-Gedanken in unserer Lehre verankern, möchten wir Innovationen hier vor Ort, in unserer Region vorantreiben.“
 
Charlotte Weber und Ramona Möllers konnten in den vergangenen Monaten außerdem vom „EXIST Women“-Förderprogramm des Bundes profitieren. Über das Programm werden gezielt Gründerinnen und ihre Ideen gefördert – sechs Stipendiatinnen gibt es an der Hochschule Niederrhein im Jahr 2025. Die nächste Runde 2026 mit bis zu 10 Stipendiatinnen startet in Kürze.