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Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Innovation is Taking Root, Canopy's Hot Button Impact Assessment Reports
Ten years ago, the sourcing practices behind man-made cellulosic fibers (MMCFs)—think viscose, rayon, lyocell—were 'largely out of view,' Canopy claims, tucked deep in global supply chains and free from industry scrutiny, heavily influencing the not-for-profit's Hot Button Ranking system that debuted in 2016. 'The supply chain was opaque; there was little independent data, no shared performance standard, and limiting understanding of what responsible MMCF sourcing should look like,' a new report from Canopy reads. 'This has changed dramatically.' More from Sourcing Journal Material World: Modern Meadow's Innovera Goes Global EXCLUSIVE: Feben's Mini Twist Finds Pulp Friction With OnceMore Material World: Celebrate Biological Diversity Day With Carp Couture Considering the MMCF sector's supply chain 'unprecedented' transformations over the past decade, the 'From Risk to Resilience: 10 Years of Shifting the MMCF Supply Chain' impact report takes stock of the 'seismic changes' that have occurred, the market signals emerging and the work still ahead. 'In the first years of the Hot Button Report, most MMCF producers fell into the Red or Yellow Shirt categories—ratings that point to elevated risk, limited transparency, and/or a lack of clear sourcing commitments,' the report reads. 'By 2024, the picture has shifted dramatically, with more than 70 percent of producers assessed now holding green or dark green ratings—a reflection of both improved performance and greater participation in the evaluation process.' For context, these scores are given out of 40 potential 'buttons' and translated into a color-coded shirt rating system, ranging from red (high risk) to dark green (leading performance and lower risk). This 'visual shorthand' has become a way for procurement teams to identify preferred suppliers, Canopy said. So much so, the Hot Button Report now tracks 97.5 percent of global MMCF production, up from around 75 percent in 2016—indicating broader industry engagement and transparency. 'We've seen what's possible when brands and producers galvanize around clear performance expectations,' Nicole Rycroft, founder and executive director of Canopy, said in the report. 'The Hot Button Report creates that common reference point for the viscose and MMCF value chain—and it's helping shape how decisions get made and forests get protected.' While initially deemed far-fetched by most producers, per the report, next-gen production is growing. Though these solutions—spanning fibers made from recycled textiles, agricultural residues and other low-impact alternatives—have (largely) yet to launch commercial-scale products, the Hot Button Report directs brands to producers investing in lower-impact innovation rather than determining the solutions that producers should adopt. As of this month, Canopy reported 12 producers have launched commercial-scale next-gen fiber lines 'with early leaders such as Lenzing, Aditya Birla and Sanyou.' Four producers—Jilin Chemical Fiber, Bailu Group, Yibin Grace and Tangshan Sanyou—launched in-house next-gen MMCF and/or pulp capacity. As such, Canopy estimates that next-gen production over the next decade could divert about 34 million metric tons of textile waste from landfills, equivalent to seven Great Pyramids, 721 Titanic ships and over 3,300 Eiffel Towers. While the report confirmed that 'change is happening, sustaining that progress will take shared and concerted commitment.' Producers need to 'deepen traceability of materials all the way back to the forest of origin,' per the report, by scaling the use (and production) of lower-impact fibers and increasing FSC-certified inputs where wood is needed. For the sector at large, this means understanding that gains—while good—are not guaranteed. For producers, 'keeping forests standing' requires 'consistent follow-through' and 'clear market signals' reinforcing the shift to lower-impact sourcing, Canopy said. Brands, meanwhile, must 'turn commitments into action' by developing strong, measurable targets for the adoption of next-gen materials—and integrating those fibers into their supply chains. The report also highlighted the growth of CanopyStyle. The number of brand partners jumped from '65 in 2016 to over 550 at present,' demonstrating growing market demand for responsibly sourced MMCF. The ranking's credibility is underpinned by 'verifiable data, including third-party audits,' with over 35 audits completed and made publicly available across 11 countries, covering 'more than 75 percent of the producers assessed.' 'The results of nearly 10 years of MMCF producer engagement and data analysis tell a story of significant and meaningful change in supplier transparency, sourcing policy uptake, and investment in next-gen materials,' the report reads. 'While not comprehensively capturing all progress in the field, the Hot Button Report offers a distinct vantage point—one shaped by producer disclosure and brand engagement and informed by ongoing third-party audits.' Canopy shared plans to drop its 10th Hot Button Report before COP30 during the last quarter of 2025. That upcoming edition will not only benchmark the sector's standing but also serve as a 'testament to collective action,' with future demands including deeper investments in next-gen, stronger traceability and conservation strategies embedded throughout the supply chain. 'The path forward is clear,' Canopy said. 'The pace of progress will define the decade ahead.'
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tangshan Sanyou opens facility to drive circular MMCF innovation
Tangshan Sanyou's new facility includes a pilot line with the capacity to process 10 tonnes (t), which will focus on testing a solvent-based method that transforms waste cotton textiles into viscose fibres. These fibres are intended for incorporation into the company's recycled MMCF product, ReVisco. The establishment of this test facility is the latest effort by Tangshan Sanyou to embed Next Generation (Next Gen) fibre technologies into its MMCF product range. Since 2018, the company has been experimenting with various recycled textile materials to facilitate a shift towards circular, more sustainable and lower-impact fibre production. Tangshan Sanyou became the first conventional MMCF producer to integrate Circulose recycled cotton pulp at a 30% blend into its ReVisco viscose staple fibre line. The initiative also encompasses the creation of black viscose and explorations into other colour options. The company also renewed its collaboration with Circulose following changes in ownership as the partner aims to restart operations at its Swedish mill. As part of its Next Gen work, Tangshan Sanyou used 20% of Södra's OnceMore recycled cotton pulp blend into ReVisco modal and viscose fibres. It also announced plans to expand ReVisco production capacity to 200,000t annually depending on market demand, developing ReVisco lyocell from recycled textile materials and successfully producing viscose fibre using alternative raw materials such as hemp and Juncao. Based in Hebei Province, China, Tangshan Sanyou has an annual production capacity of 808,000t. Since 2016, the company has been a partner of Canopy and received a Dark Green Shirt in Canopy's 2024 Hot Button Report and is recognised as posing no known risk of sourcing from ancient or endangered forests. Canopy founder and executive director Nicole Rycroft said: 'As one of the world's largest MMCF producers, Tangshan Sanyou's investments in circularity and reducing reliance on forest-based inputs are critically important. The company has demonstrated consistent leadership since the early days of Next Gen innovation, and this new testing line is a welcome addition to the sector's broader transition to commercial-scale Next Gen MMCF for global markets.' Last month, Tangshan Sanyou Chemical Fiber forged a strategic alliance with recycled pulp producer Circulose to support the advancement and widespread adoption of Circulose while also elevating Tangshan Sanyou's global presence. "Tangshan Sanyou opens facility to drive circular MMCF innovation" was originally created and published by Just Style, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tangshan Sanyou opens facility to drive circular MMCF innovation
Tangshan Sanyou's new facility includes a pilot line with the capacity to process 10 tonnes (t), which will focus on testing a solvent-based method that transforms waste cotton textiles into viscose fibres. These fibres are intended for incorporation into the company's recycled MMCF product, ReVisco. The establishment of this test facility is the latest effort by Tangshan Sanyou to embed Next Generation (Next Gen) fibre technologies into its MMCF product range. Since 2018, the company has been experimenting with various recycled textile materials to facilitate a shift towards circular, more sustainable and lower-impact fibre production. Tangshan Sanyou became the first conventional MMCF producer to integrate Circulose recycled cotton pulp at a 30% blend into its ReVisco viscose staple fibre line. The initiative also encompasses the creation of black viscose and explorations into other colour options. The company also renewed its collaboration with Circulose following changes in ownership as the partner aims to restart operations at its Swedish mill. As part of its Next Gen work, Tangshan Sanyou used 20% of Södra's OnceMore recycled cotton pulp blend into ReVisco modal and viscose fibres. It also announced plans to expand ReVisco production capacity to 200,000t annually depending on market demand, developing ReVisco lyocell from recycled textile materials and successfully producing viscose fibre using alternative raw materials such as hemp and Juncao. Based in Hebei Province, China, Tangshan Sanyou has an annual production capacity of 808,000t. Since 2016, the company has been a partner of Canopy and received a Dark Green Shirt in Canopy's 2024 Hot Button Report and is recognised as posing no known risk of sourcing from ancient or endangered forests. Canopy founder and executive director Nicole Rycroft said: 'As one of the world's largest MMCF producers, Tangshan Sanyou's investments in circularity and reducing reliance on forest-based inputs are critically important. The company has demonstrated consistent leadership since the early days of Next Gen innovation, and this new testing line is a welcome addition to the sector's broader transition to commercial-scale Next Gen MMCF for global markets.' Last month, Tangshan Sanyou Chemical Fiber forged a strategic alliance with recycled pulp producer Circulose to support the advancement and widespread adoption of Circulose while also elevating Tangshan Sanyou's global presence. "Tangshan Sanyou opens facility to drive circular MMCF innovation" was originally created and published by Just Style, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Fashion Value Chain
30-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Tangshan Sanyou Unveils Test Line for Circular MMCF Future
Leading MMCF producer Tangshan Sanyou has launched a new pilot testing facility to accelerate circular innovation in viscose fibre production. The 10-tonne pilot line focuses on a solvent-based process that transforms waste cotton textiles directly into high-quality ReVisco™ fibres, marking a pivotal step in scaling recycled MMCF. This milestone adds to Tangshan Sanyou's growing investment in Next Generation (Next Gen) fibre solutions, aligning with its long-standing sustainability strategy. Since 2018, the company has integrated various textile waste streams into its fibre offerings, helping to drive industry-wide shifts toward circularity and reduced environmental impact. Key developments include: First MMCF producer to incorporate CIRCULOSE® at a 30% blend in black viscose and coloured fibre variants. Ongoing partnership with CIRCULOSE®'s new owners as their Sweden-based mill reopens. Integration of Södra's OnceMore® recycled cotton pulp at a 20% blend in viscose and modal fibres. Scalability readiness to produce 200,000 tonnes/year of ReVisco™. Expansion into ReVisco™ lyocell using recycled inputs. Trials using hemp and Juncao as feedstocks. 'With this test facility, we are deepening our commitment to circular fibre production,' said a company spokesperson. The move was also welcomed by environmental NGO Canopy. Nicole Rycroft, Canopy's Founder and Executive Director, stated: 'Tangshan Sanyou's consistent leadership in reducing forest-based inputs is significant. This new pilot facility supports the global shift toward commercial-scale Next Gen MMCF.' With a production capacity of 808,000 tonnes per year, Tangshan Sanyou has been a Canopy partner since 2016 and holds a Dark Green Shirt rating in Canopy's 2024 Hot Button Report, signalling no known risk of sourcing from Ancient or Endangered Forests.
Forbes
18-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Man-Made Cellulosic Fibers Take Stage At Challenge The Fabric 2025
Swedish designer Petra Fagerström won the $10,000 CTF Award 2025; The Fabric Award, held at Milan's Palazzo Giureconsulti, tasked seven emerging designers with creating one look each using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. The competition showcased groundbreaking designs that reimagined MMCF—such as lyocell, viscose, and modal—as a renewable, low-carbon alternative to conventional synthetics. By emphasizing material innovation and responsible sourcing, the event demonstrated how next-generation designers are shaping the future of sustainable fashion. The Challenge The Fabric [CTF] Award 2025 was a showcase of groundbreaking and innovative designs from emerging talents who reimagined the potential of man-made cellulosic fibers [MMCF] in fashion. This year's fifth edition, held in the center of Milan at the Palazzo Giureconsulti, challenged seven finalists to create one look each using 10 meters of MMCF fabric provided by leading sustainable material partners from all over the fashion industry. The event highlighted how these young designers are pushing the boundaries of sustainable fashion through material innovation, creativity, and responsible sourcing, giving light to the possibilities for alternative processes. The fifth edition of The Challenge The Fabric Award, held at Milan's Palazzo Giureconsulti, tasked seven emerging designers with creating one look each using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. The Milan competition challenged seven young designers to create looks using sustainable wood-based fabrics. These man-made fibers, like lyocell and viscose, offer a greener alternative to synthetic materials. The event highlighted how new talent is pushing fashion toward more environmentally friendly solutions. Man-made cellulosic fibers (MMCF) are typically derived from renewable sources that include wood pulp, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional synthetic fibers. Sourced responsibly and processed with eco-friendly methods, MMCFs like viscose, lyocell, and modal significantly reduce fashion's environmental carbon footprint. The fifth edition of The Challenge The Fabric Award, held at Milan's Palazzo Giureconsulti, tasked seven emerging designers with creating one look each using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. The Milan competition challenged seven young designers to create looks using sustainable wood-based fabrics. These man-made fibers, like lyocell and viscose, offer a greener alternative to synthetic materials. The event highlighted how new talent is pushing fashion toward more environmentally friendly solutions. These fibers are biodegradable, breathable, and versatile, making them ideal for high-performance and luxury fashion applications. The CTF Award has emphasized the importance of responsible production, encouraging designers to work with partners who prioritize sustainable forestry and closed-loop chemical processing for the next generation of designers. The fifth edition of The Challenge The Fabric Award, held at Milan's Palazzo Giureconsulti, tasked seven emerging designers with creating one look each using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. The seven finalists each partnered with an MMCF innovation leader to create a single, unique outfit and sustainable design. Their work demonstrated the material's adaptability across different fashion disciplines, and a range of fibers available for fashion creatives to work with, creating avant-garde sculptural pieces to refined tailored looks. Petra Fagerström, the winner of the $10,000 prize, collaborated with Sappi Verve & Ecocell using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. These man-made fibers, like lyocell and viscose, offer a greener alternative to synthetic materials. The event highlighted how new talent is pushing fashion toward more environmentally friendly solutions. Petra Fagerström, the winner of the $10,000 prize, collaborated with Sappi Verve & Ecocell to create a look that impressed the jury with its innovation, commercial potential, and future impact. The Swedish designer is known for her experimental approach to textiles, and her winning design reinforced MMCF's potential in high-fashion storytelling. Ellen Hodakova Larsson [2nd right], founder and creative director of HODAKOVA; Martina Tiefenthaler [2nd left], creative director and creative consultant; Serge Carreira [right], director of the emerging brands initiative at Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode [FHCM]; Gia Kuan [left] of Gia Kuan Consulting, and Riccardo Turrisi [center], the sustainable innovation manager at Kering. The jury for the CTF Award 2025 consists of distinguished professionals from the fashion and luxury sectors. They included Aldo Camillo Gotti, the chief executive of luxury and fashion retail, Andrea Rosso, sustainability ambassador at Diesel, and creative director of Diesel Living. Also on the roster are Ellen Hodakova Larsson, founder and creative director of HODAKOVA; Martina Tiefenthaler, creative director and creative consultant; Serge Carreira, director of the emerging brands initiative at Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode [FHCM]; Gia Kuan of Gia Kuan Consulting, and Riccardo Turrisi, the sustainable innovation manager at Kering. Together, they brought a wealth of expertise in design, sustainability, brand strategy, and innovation to the judging panel. Petra Fagerström; The fifth edition of The Challenge The Fabric Award, held at Milan's Palazzo Giureconsulti, tasked seven emerging designers with creating one look each using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. The competition showcased groundbreaking designs that reimagined MMCF. Petra Fagerström is pioneering sustainable fashion design with her innovative use of eco-conscious materials and experimental textile techniques. Her award-winning work has earned prestigious accolades including the Hyères Festival Sustainability Award, Chanel Atelier des Matières Prize, and L'Oréal Professional Creatives Award. A Central Saint Martins graduate, Fagerström gained early recognition as an ITS [International Talent Support] 2022 finalist for her Parsons Paris collection, featuring lenticular pleating and military-inspired designs. Her boundary-pushing approach to responsible fashion continues to set new standards in the industry. The fifth edition of The Challenge The Fabric Award, held at Milan's Palazzo Giureconsulti, tasked seven emerging designers with creating one look each using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. The competition showcased groundbreaking designs that reimagined MMCF. The finalists also included LOUTHER, founded by Olympia Schiele, who partnered with HerMin Textile, explored intimate, sculptural forms, blending her background in product design and photography to create a garment that challenged conventional silhouettes. NUBA, designed by Cameron Williams, working with Birla Cellulose, merged cultural heritage with contemporary tailoring, proving that MMCF can uphold tradition and modernity in menswear. Williams' design fused virgin wool with the Birla cellulose fiber to create a structural cape and gown look ready for a red carpet moment. Oscar Ouyang, in collaboration with Eastman Naia™ Renew, fused East Asian heritage with London's urban energy, demonstrating how MMCF knitwear can carry cultural narratives while remaining innovative through the 'Saint Martins alum's perspective. SHAN HUQ, paired with Lenzing Group, showcased structured, precision-cut designs, reinforcing MMCF's potential in luxury ready-to-wear. Oscar Ouyang; The fifth edition of The Challenge The Fabric Award, held at Milan's Palazzo Giureconsulti, tasked seven emerging designers with creating one look each using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. The competition showcased groundbreaking designs that reimagined MMCF. Women's History Museum, working with Circ x PYRATEX, explored historical garment references, proving that sustainable materials can be used in archival-inspired, artistic fashion. Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen, in partnership with CIRCULOSE x SINOTECO, embraced a pre-industrial aesthetic, using discarded textiles to create sculptural, body-conscious designs that challenged modern garment construction. The fifth edition of The Challenge The Fabric Award, held at Milan's Palazzo Giureconsulti, tasked seven emerging designers with creating one look each using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. The competition showcased groundbreaking designs that reimagined MMCF. "Pre-industrial aesthetics,' Anna Whalen mentions and further explains her Victorian-inspired design. 'I believe historical garment references can still be practical. They represent how we have interacted with clothing for centuries. Contemporary fashion relies on standardized patterns and silhouettes - that's how all clothing today gets made. But my practice exclusively examines pre-Industrial Revolution shapes and my intuitive understanding of body form.' Zoe Gustavia Anna Whalen; The fifth edition of The Challenge The Fabric Award, held at Milan's Palazzo Giureconsulti, tasked seven emerging designers with creating one look each using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. The competition showcased groundbreaking designs that reimagined MMCF. She continues, 'I've developed my own pattern-making system - my own logic for garment creation. This proposes an alternative to modern fashion thinking - one that's more holistically sustainable. It's not just about changing materials, but transforming how we relate to what we wear and how we conceive clothing for the body." Hosted by Ekman Group and organized with the Swedish Fashion Council, the CTF 2025 design competition was a cross-industry initiative to accelerate the adoption of biobased and recycled materials into larger markets. The two-day event included a symposium on MMCF innovation, where experts discussed sustainable sourcing, circularity, and supply chain transparency through panels and speaking presentations. Oscar Ouyang; The fifth edition of The Challenge The Fabric Award, held at Milan's Palazzo Giureconsulti, tasked seven emerging designers with creating one look each using 10 meters of sustainably sourced MMCF fabric. The competition showcased groundbreaking designs that reimagined MMCF. By connecting emerging designers with leading material suppliers, CTF fosters long-term partnerships that drive real change in the fashion industry. The competition also provided a platform for material innovators to showcase their latest developments, from closed-loop lyocell to recycled cellulose fibers. With support from industry leaders like Lenzing Group, Birla Cellulose, and Sappi Verve, the CTF Award 2025 proved that MMCF is an alternative material for the future of fashion. On display were luxury tailoring and avant-garde sculptural pieces, showcasing the capacity for architectural approaches with eco-conscious, high-performance textiles. As Petra Fagerström's win demonstrates, the fusion of innovation, sustainability, and artistry can redefine fashion's relationship with man-made cellulosic fibers.
