From the Sector

In line with India’s growing momentum to establish itself as a global textile manufacturing powerhouse, Techtextil India 2025, the country’s foremost B2B exhibition on technical textiles, nonwovens and composites, is set to return with an expansive and future-ready edition. Scheduled from November 19 to 21, 2025, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai, the 10th edition will feature over 215 exhibitors, including more than 100 first-time participants.

According to the Ministry of Textiles, India’s technical textiles exports stood at USD 2.92 billion in FY 2024–25, underscoring the sector/s growing global footprint. Packtech at 37.5% and Indutech at 28% emerged as the leading export categories, reflecting strong demand across industrial and packaging applications. With exports to the UK valued at USD 136 million, accounting for a 4.7% share, the data highlights India’s strengthening position in global value chains – setting the stage for platforms like Techtextil India that drive innovation, business and exchange of scientific knowledge for this high-growth segment. The expo will house 500+ products and 300+ brands with international participation from Belgium, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Sweden and the USA.

The integration of advanced manufacturing technologies, sustainability practices, focus on circularity and innovative fibers has become a necessity. Techtextil India 2025 plays a crucial role in driving this evolution by bringing together stakeholders across the value chain, fostering dialogue on policy and technology and accelerating industry-wide transformation. This year, the show takes a significant leap forward with its multi-functional approach, integrating new features under one roof — the Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference Asia, which will be held on 18th November 2025, the launch of Sporttech Pavilion, the feature of German Pavilion and a Techtextil India conference powered by Indian Technical Textile Association (ITTA). Together, these additions will enable participants to explore advanced applications of technical textiles across various sectors, including sports, automotive, defence, healthcare, construction, and sustainability.

India’s textile industry is undergoing a transformative shift driven by government reforms and industry-led innovation. Acknowledging the sector’s pivotal role in the national economy, the Ministry of Textiles has recently introduced significant amendments to the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles, with a focus on revitalising the man-made fiber (MMF) and technical textiles segments. The revision aims to enhance ease of doing business, attract new investments and generate employment, while aligning with the government’s broader vision of ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’.

These progressive measures underline the government’s commitment to fostering innovation, investment and employment generation within the sector — setting the stage for India to emerge as a global leader in high-performance textile manufacturing.

Commenting on the upcoming edition, Mr Raj Manek, Executive Director and Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd, stated: “The Indian textile industry is witnessing a remarkable transformation driven by government support, technological innovation and global demand for sustainable materials. Techtextil India 2025 will not only showcase the latest in technical textiles and nonwovens but also serve as a knowledge-driven hub connecting policy with practice. Our new initiatives – the Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference Asia, Sporttech Pavilion, German Pavilion and ITTA Technical Textiles Seminar – align perfectly with the nation’s textile growth mission, enabling participants to explore next-generation materials, solutions and business collaborations. We are proud to support India’s vision of becoming a global textile powerhouse.”

The Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference Asia, which is known for its focus on research-driven fiber innovation, will make its India debut, just a day before the expo on 18th November 2025, at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, marking a perfect prelude for Techtextil India 2025. On 19th November 2025, the Techtextil Symposium will feature various knowledge sessions under themes like ‘Smart Solutions for Key Segments of Technical Textiles,’ organised by the Indian Technical Textile Association (ITTA). Focusing on innovations and practical applications in geotextiles, agrotextiles and industrial textiles, this will provide a platform to interact with leading experts. On Day 3, the conference organised by the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) India will explore ‘Creating Tomorrow’s Circular Supply Chains: Technology, Collaboration & Capital for Tech Textiles and Plastics.’

The show will present credible developments in the fabrics for sports and activewear (Sporttech) category, leading to a dedicated Sporttech Pavilion organised in partnership with Concept N Strategies. A dedicated conference titled – ‘India’s activewear revolution scaling without compromise: Building a 360-degree ecosystem for premium, high-quality active wear that competes globally’ will spotlight high-performance fabrics and materials revolutionising sportswear and outdoor applications. The show will also house a conference on recycling, ‘Creating tomorrow’s circular supply chains: Technology, collaboration and capital for textiles and plastics.'

Besides these key features, the expo has seen an expansion into Mobiltech, Buildtech and Oekotech segments. Through these categories, the exhibition aims to connect manufacturers, technology providers, investors and policymakers under one unified platform to share insights, explore business opportunities and discuss the future of advanced textile materials. The event’s focus on innovation, sustainability and collaboration complements the national agenda of achieving self-reliance and global competitiveness in textiles.

The show will have the presence of key domestic industry leaders, including Aditya Birla Yarns, Khosla Profil, Park Nonwoven, Pidilite, Reliance, Welspun, Sanathan Textiles, Sarex Chemicals, and Suntech Geo. Meanwhile, the international exhibitors include ACM, Inc., Autefa Solution Germany GmbH, Bettarini & Serafini SRL, Brückner Textile Technologies GmbH & Co. KG, Georg Sahm GmbH & Co. KG, Innovatec Microfiber Technology GmbH & Co. KG, Procotex, Pulcra Chemicals GmbH, R&M International Sales Corporation, Reifenhäuser Enka Tecnica GmbH, Ring Maschinenbau GmbH, STC Spinnzwirn GmbH, Textechno Herbert Stein, VEIT Hong Kong Limited and Zoltek.

As high-value, sustainable and globally competitive textile production is receiving renewed focus, the synergy between government initiatives and industry platforms such as Techtextil India 2025 will continue to strengthen India’s leadership in the global textile landscape. The show has become synonymous with India’s textile ambition — weaving together innovation, collaboration and opportunity to create a more resilient, future-ready industry.

The expo has garnered support from key industry bodies, including the Manmade & Technical Textiles Export Promotion Council (MATEXIL), Indian Technical Textile Association (ITTA), Department of Textiles (Government of Maharashtra), while the Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference has garnered support from the Government of Tamil Nadu as the Partner State.

Interior designers are planners, craftspeople, consultants and designers all at once. Many of them work alone or in small teams – under high time pressure, with a clear goal: to design rooms that are harmonious down to the last detail. This makes it all the more important to have offerings that provide guidance, open up new perspectives and support the development of holistic solutions. 

Heimtextil 2026, taking place from 13 to 16 January in Frankfurt, offers a newly structured hall concept that enables targeted comparisons, saves time and provides valuable inspiration for consulting practice. In Halls 3.0, 3.1 and 4.1, interior designers will find all the components they need for well-thought-out room solutions – clearly structured, high-quality staged and practice-orientated presented.

Designing spaces means thinking in holistic contexts – and this is precisely what the new hall structure at Heimtextil is based on. Products are presented according to their use in the room: from wallpaper and window decorations to decorative and upholstery fabrics and floor coverings. This enables interior designers to find suitable combinations more quickly and experience materials in a holistic context. The trade fair tour becomes a real tool for everyday work.

DecoTeam sets impulses for the interior design trade 
A central meeting place for the industry is the DecoTeam in Hall 3.0: Under the motto “Happy up your Home”, leading suppliers such as Alfred Apelt, Erfal, Höpke Möbelstoffe, Infloor-Girloon, Karl F. Buchheister, MHZ Hachtel and Paulig Teppichweberei will be presenting coordinated solutions for holistic interior design. On Wednesday, 14 January 2026, the focus will traditionally be on the interior design trade. On this day, the DecoTeam invites visitors to a varied programme with inspiration from practice and design. The event will kick off with a lecture on “Design to be happy – International Interior Trends” by Corinna Kretschmar-Joehnk, followed by a short AI workshop with Axel Ligowski. He will show how interior designers can implement their creative ideas using digital tools.
 
The adjoining Design Lounge powered by DecoTeam presents an impressive range of brands: Brink & Campmann with the top brands Harlequin, Morris & Co, Ted Baker and Wedgwood Home, as well as Designers Guild with the exclusive brands Christian Lacroix and Ralph Lauren, are showcasing their latest collections here. The diverse range is complemented by renowned exhibitors such as Haro Carpets, Kadeco Sun Protection Systems, Kobe Fabrics, Otto Golze and Somfy. Also represented are Stoeckel & Grimmler with the renowned brands JOOP! Living, Schöner Wohnen and Esprit home, the wallpaper manufacturer Hembus, Theo Keller / Theko – with the brands Sansibar Sylt, Tom Tailor and Natur Pur – Tisca, and Unland with Pierre Cardin. 

The widest variety of decorative and upholstery fabrics
In Halls 3.1 and 4.1, quality is the common thread running through the entire range: leading manufacturers and weaving mills present the world's largest selection of furniture, decorative and upholstery fabrics, as well as genuine and imitation leather. Exhibitors include international brands such as Dickson Constant with Sunbrella (France), Edmund Bell (Great Britain), Manuel Revert and Nova Tapiceria (Spain), Vanelli Tekstil (Turkey) and Vescom Velvets (Netherlands). The Fibres & Yarns range combines the areas of fibre production, weaving and design. Angles Textil (Spain), Filtrading (Italy), Hoftex Färberei (Germany), Ilcat (Italy), Indorama Ventures Fibers (Germany), Korteks Mensucat (Turkey), Tintoria Sala and Torcitura Lei Tsu (Italy) present innovative materials and solutions for the textile value chain. 

• A flagship graphene nanotube facility in Luxembourg, a $300 million deep-tech investment, is set to put Europe at the forefront of advanced materials innovation.
• The Luxembourg facility will bring more than 300 new jobs and serve as a scalable energy-efficient manufacturing center.
• The launch follows a recent investment round from Luxembourg investors and the signing of a long-term land lease with the State of Luxembourg.

OCSiAl, a Luxembourg-based deep-tech company and the global leader in graphene nanotube technologies, has announced the signing of a land lease, launching the development of its flagship graphene nanotube production center in Differdange, Luxembourg, that will become the world’s largest graphene nanotube production facility.

This official announcement is a culmination of a years-long effort by the company and the Luxembourg Government, including most recently an investment round raised from a “club” of Luxembourg-based investors and the signing with the State of Luxembourg of a long-term land lease for a 3.63-hectare site in Differdange.

“The launch of this future production center in Differdange perfectly illustrates our ambition to position Luxembourg as a key player in industrial innovation in Europe. This major investment in graphene nanotubes demonstrates investors’ confidence in our ecosystem and highlights the potential of our business parks to host high-tech industrial projects. We are proud to support OCSiAl in this strategic step, which will contribute to the creation of skilled jobs, the reputation of Luxembourg in deep-tech, and the transition to a more sustainable and competitive industry,” said Lex Delles, Minister of the Economy, SME, Energy & Tourism.

“OCSiAl’s investment highlights Luxembourg’s role as a platform for long-term innovation and smart industrial development,” added Gilles Roth, Minister of Finance. “This project reflects the value of combining private sector vision with public infrastructure support.”

Founded in Luxembourg in 2010, OCSiAl has become the world’s largest producer of graphene nanotubes, a next-generation material that offers exceptional performance to a multitude of products used in everyday life. OCSiAl’s nanotubes, currently produced only in Serbia, where the company is increasing production capacity fourfold, are already used in more than 10% of smartphones sold today and in over one million electric vehicles worldwide.

“Graphene nanotubes can improve over half of the materials we use every day, from safer batteries to longer-lasting tires and ultralight protective equipment,” said Alain Kinsch, a member of the OCSiAl Board of Directors. “We thank the Luxembourg Government for enabling this project through the land lease and for fostering an environment where innovation and industrial ambition can thrive.”

Source Fashion, a European leading fashion sourcing show, will once again champion the power of collaboration at its upcoming 2026 edition opening 13-15 January at Olympia London. Building on its strong partnerships with WRAP, Products of Change, and now Euromonitor International, the show will unite sustainability leaders, innovators, and analysts to inspire meaningful industry progress. Through expert-led sessions, actionable insight, and shared initiatives, Source Fashion will spotlight practical steps towards a more responsible, circular, and insight-driven global sourcing ecosystem.

Championing Circularity with WRAP
Continuing its close collaboration with leading climate action NGO WRAP, Source Fashion will highlight the organisation’s pivotal work in driving circularity and sustainability across the global textiles sector. Ahead of and during the January show, WRAP specialists will contribute a series of expert guest blogs and articles, offering valuable insight from their latest research, including the Durability in Focus report, the Textiles EPR report, and the UK Textiles Pact Roadmap. 

At the event itself, WRAP will take to the stage for a thought-provoking debate session, bringing together industry leaders to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping a more circular future for fashion. Mark Sumner, Programme Lead at WRAP said, “WRAP’s continued collaboration with Source Fashion demonstrates how we are working with organisations to inspire meaningful climate action. The union takes our expertise beyond the sustainability circles to direct the sector towards Circular Living. Through the UK Textiles Pact and our recently refreshed UK Textiles Pact Roadmap, we’ve seen game-changing advances in the technologies and business models of the future, with new collaborations challenging old assumptions and turning what was niche into mainstream consumer behaviour. Source Fashion is a proven platform for bold, challenging conversations so we are proud to bring our insights to these important discussions to help propel the industry.

Driving Inclusion and Innovation with Products of Change
Source Fashion will also partner with Products of Change, highlighting the organisation’s commitment to inclusion, equity, and sustainable innovation across the fashion supply chain. Products of Change case studies and content will be featured in the show’s newsletter and content hub, offering practical examples of how inclusive practices can drive positive change within the industry.

At the January show, Products of Change representatives will share their expertise on stage, engaging in discussions around inclusive and responsible business practices. In addition, Helena Mansell-Stopher, CEO Products of Change will further support the show by joining its advisory board, helping to guide programming and initiatives that reflect the sector’s evolving sustainability and inclusion priorities. Helena Mansell-Stopher said, "At Products of Change, we believe that meaningful progress in sustainability and inclusion can only be achieved through shared commitment and collective action. Our continued collaboration with Source Fashion enables us to continue to engage directly with brands, manufacturers, and industry leaders, particularly in the fashion space, who are ready to challenge norms and embrace responsible business practices. By working together and showcasing real-world examples of positive change, we can inspire a more equitable, innovative, and future-fit fashion supply chain."

Driving Market Insight with Euromonitor International
Source Fashion is also delighted to announce a new partnership with Euromonitor International, the world’s leading provider of strategic market research. Through this collaboration, Euromonitor will deliver exclusive insight sessions on commodity shifts and pricing trends across the next two editions of the show, as well as host a senior sourcing leaders’ breakfast briefing on 14 January. Beyond the event, Euromonitor will also contribute bi-monthly digital content, providing Source Fashion’s community with ongoing analysis of global sourcing and market dynamics. 

Marguerite LeRolland, Senior Global Insight Manager at Euromonitor International said, “Global sourcing is going through one of its most unpredictable periods in recent memory, and access to reliable insights is critical. By partnering with Source Fashion, we can help retailers and brands forecast more confidently and build resilience into their supply chains and business models -sharing our latest data, commodities analysis and market intelligence directly to sourcing and buying teams.”

The Source Fashion January 2026 show at London Olympia, 13–15 January, will continue to champion collaboration as a driving force for progress in fashion. Through expert-led sessions, in-depth case studies, and cross-industry debates, the event promises to equip attendees with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration to build a more sustainable, circular, and inclusive future.

FutureScape, the UK’s leading and largest landscaping industry event, has announced that its 2026 edition will be held at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre. 

First launched in 2012, FutureScape has grown from a modest gathering into a two-day event that brings together thousands of professionals, suppliers, designers, contractors and innovators with seminars, live demonstrations, awards, and networking. 

Formerly held at ExCeL, the move marks the next phase in the event’s growth and aims to deliver a more expansive, accessible, and immersive experience for exhibitors, visitors, and partners across the landscape, design, and outdoor living sectors. With more than 20,000sqm of unpillared indoor space and 100,000sqm of outdoor hard standing, Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre provides the ultimate platform for the event’s future success and expansion.

Discussing the move for 2026, Tom Proudly, portfolio director for FutureScape event, said: “We’re incredibly excited to reveal the next chapter in FutureScape’s journey – moving our 2026 event to Farnborough International. This decision is driven by our commitment to both visitors and exhibitors; providing better access, indoor and outdoor space, and the perfect environment to showcase the very best in our industry.”

Sarah Marshall, Venue Director of Farnborough International, added: “FutureScape is a true game-changer for the landscape sector, and we’re delighted to welcome them to our venue portfolio. At Farnborough International, we’re passionate about partnering with ambitious organisers who utilise our indoor and outdoor facilities to turn their visions into reality, and we’re excited to collaborate with the dynamic FutureScape team to deliver an exceptional event next year.”

Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre is a nucleus for pioneering corporate and consumer exhibitions, offering award-winning customer service, event consultancy and first-class facilities. The venue continues to attract an increasingly diverse range of events, cementing its reputation as a venue where ideas, industries, and innovation converge to create extraordinary experiences. 

With adaptable external event space across secure, well-drained hardstanding areas and expansive grassland, Farnborough International’s outdoor setting transitions seamlessly from indoor halls to open-air zones, supporting everything from vehicle displays, stunt driving and interactive demos to large-scale outdoor activations and interactive attractions. 

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has launched an updated SME hub on its website to support smaller companies with their duties under European chemicals legislation. Helping SMEs is one of the Agency’s core tasks.

The SME hub contains online tools and materials from Member States and ECHA, including an AI-powered virtual assistant pilot. These online resources were presented today at the SME Assembly in Copenhagen, Denmark, held as part of the EU’s SME Week. 

Mercedes Viñas, ECHA’s Director for Submissions and Interaction said:
“ECHA’s strategy underlines the importance of providing tools, advice and support, particularly to smaller companies to help them fulfil their duties under the EU chemical legislation.

“We have met with SMEs and industry representatives to better understand the specific needs that smaller companies have. As a result, we can better address their concerns. We plan to continue engaging with SMEs and their representatives to make sure that we can address their needs in our current and future activities, for example, when designing new tools for industry. The competitiveness of European small and medium-sized enterprises is pivotal to our economy’s success and a priority on our agenda.”

ECHA is piloting uses of artificial intelligence (AI) in its work, in this case, we want to learn if AI can support SMEs in meeting their obligations under the EU chemicals legislation. This includes, for example, a webinar for SMEs from 22 October featuring AI-generated translations, and a pilot of an AI-powered virtual assistant. Available 24/7 in all EU languages, the assistant helps companies find reliable information about their duties by providing answers based on publicly available resources, including Q&As and other content from ECHA’s websites. During the pilot, ECHA will analyse the submitted questions and provided answers, as well as consider user feedback to continuously improve the assistant.

What if your clothes could sense, respond, and even help you move? That’s the vision behind the doctoral project on “textile nerves” – conductive fibres designed for electronic and ionotronic textiles. Claude Huniade, who is behind an innovative project, has woven together chemistry, mechanics, and sustainability to rethink how textiles and electronics can merge. 

The project had two main aims: first, to replace metals with alternative conductive materials like electronically conductive carbons, doped conducting polymers, and ionically conductive mediums; second, to lay the cornerstone for scalable production and realistic characterisation of textile nerves – especially for use in textile muscles. All of this was approached from a textile manufacturing standpoint, ensuring compatibility with weaving looms and knitting machines.

Improved properties to textile fibres
Among the most striking findings was the use of ionic liquids – liquids that are comprised entirely of ions – as electrical conductors in textiles. When applied to commercial fibres, they improved flexibility and stretchability, resulting in fabrics that were not just soft, but “conformal”, meaning they adapt closely to the body’s shape and movement.

“Our modern society has been shaped by textiles and electronics. When we think of the greatest example of an electronic device, a computer, it had at a point in time helped to bring the first men to the Moon in Apollo 11. Now, ionotronics – where electric currents are controlled by ions – open new doors for interfacing with biological systems like the human nervous system”, explained Claude Huniade.

Though these materials may not match metals in conductivity, their softness makes them ideal for wearable devices. The result? Electronics that feel more like clothing – and less like hardware.

“The potential uses are vast: bioelectrodes, sensors, heaters, lights, even textile-based batteries. But the most transformative application may be in rehabilitation – textile muscles could enable more accessible exoskeletons and prosthetics, giving people greater autonomy and mobility”, he said.

Sustainability at the core
This research aligns with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. By avoiding metals and embracing green chemistry principles, the project offers a more sustainable path forward for two of the world’s most waste-intensive industries combined – textiles and electronics.

What will be your next step after the dissertation?
“I will take a well-deserved break! I have a new project already in the works; all I will say is that it involves textile muscle fibres innervated by ionofibres.”

Link to dissertation

Scientists have unlocked a way to dye polyester using 90% fewer chemicals and 40% less water. 

Fizzy water was the key to making polyester dye less harmful to the environment in the creation of a new method developed by an interdisciplinary team at the University of Leeds spin-out company, SwitchDye.  

Polyester makes up more than half of all global fibre output, with production increasing each year – but it takes centuries to decompose and it can be difficult to recycle from garment-to-garment. Textile production is estimated to be responsible for about 20% of global clean water pollution, largely due to chemicals released in the wastewater from dyeing.  

The startup aims to tackle these challenges at the dyeing stage by reducing harmful chemicals, water waste and costs. This could also make it easier and safer to recycle polyester garments, according to researchers and co-founders Dr Nathaniel Crompton, Dr Harrison Oates, Professor Richard Blackburn and Professor Chris Rayner.  

The concept was invented by Professors Blackburn and Rayner, and Dr Crompton developed the SwitchDye technique as his PhD project in the Schools of Chemistry and Design. Now Chief Executive Officer of the startup, Dr Crompton said: “SwitchDye could transform the textile industry by reducing its huge water use footprint and its pollution problem.   

“Not many people know that even more toxic chemicals are used to turn brightly coloured wastewater into transparent liquid. When released into freshwater, this is a secret killer that harms people, animals and the environment.   

“We can't solve this problem without the backing of industry, investors and policymakers, so we’re excited to share SwitchDye publicly as we aim to scale up.”  

Collaboration
Born from an ongoing collaboration between the Schools of Design and Chemistry at Leeds, SwitchDye makes it easier to insert and remove dyes from the fibre by injecting a small amount of carbonated water into the dye bath. This triggers the dyes’ unique switching behaviour within the polyester fibres.  

SwitchDye, which is based at the University’s innovation community, Nexus, also works on other synthetic fibres, such as nylon and elastane, and is just as effective as widely used dye, without compromising on colour. Importantly, it uses all the same equipment that manufacturers already have.   

Dr Oates, SwitchDye’s Chief Technology Officer, who carried out his PhD as part of the Priestley Centre for Climate Futures, said: “Polyester is highly durable, and straightforward to recycle, however the main issue is the colour in the fabric.   

“SwitchDye can be more easily removed from the fibre, making the clothes much more recyclable. Ultimately, SwitchDye helps to make the textile industry more circular and sustainable, in both the dyeing and recycling stages."  

Dr Crompton and Dr Oates met while carrying out PhDs in the Wolfson CO2 Chemistry lab, a unique facility for developing novel carbon dioxide-based processes in the School of Chemistry, where they quickly became friends and then business partners.   

Industry standards
Using facilities at the University’s School of Design and the Leeds Institute of Textiles and Colour (LITAC) the researchers have rigorously tested the dyes over many years, making sure they meet or exceed industry standards for colour fastness.  

Chris Rayner, Professor of Organic Chemistry in the School of Chemistry, said: “Richard and I have collaborated together for nearly 25 years on sustainability and green chemistry for coloration and textiles, combining our individual expertise. We are proud of how our multidisciplinary approach continues to pioneer innovative solutions to solve real-world problems.”  

Richard Blackburn, Professor of Sustainable Materials in the School of Design, added: “It’s been really exciting to see how the technology has developed, and we are especially grateful to The Clothworkers’ Foundation for funding our initial concept that was the subject of Nat's PhD, and to The Clothworkers’ Company for continuing to support the commercialisation of the technology through LITAC.”   

To date, the project has received funding from organisations including The Clothworkers’ Foundation, The Dyers' Company, LITAC, The John Lewis Partnership Circular Future Fund in collaboration with Hubbub, the Northern Triangle Talent Project (led by the University of Sheffield), and the UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).  

Jane Nicholson, Executive Director of Research at EPSRC said: “Sustainable approaches to polyester dyeing are paving the way to a cleaner, more circular textile industry. This startup company is an excellent example of how EPSRC investment in training, specifically in sustainable chemistry, is not only developing leaders of tomorrow but leading to new discoveries that fuel innovation.”  

Over the next six months, the team aims to close its first investment round, scale up dye synthesis and begin trials of its dyeing process on commercial scale machines.