EDANA, the voice of nonwovens

🌍 The European Commission hosted a webinar on the EU Ecolabel & Absorbent Hygiene Products, exploring the EU Ecolabel's impact on product sustainability and transparency. Brieuc Lits from EDANA, the voice of nonwovens highlighted how industry-policy collaboration helps create ecolabels that combine environmental goals with product effectiveness. 🔑 Key takeaways: ✔️ EU Ecolabel guides sustainable consumer choices ✔️ Innovation reduces environmental impact ✔️ Science-based criteria build trust and drive market change One striking reflection: "We're not just talking about labels — we're talking about building a culture of sustainability that touches people's lives every day." Join us in discussing how the EU Ecolabel shapes sustainable personal care at https://lnkd.in/eMtNwkPF. 💬 #EUEcolabel #Sustainability #AbsorbentHygiene #PolicyMatters #EDANA

📣 Call for Papers: Sustainability & Policy Forum 2025 The Sustainability Forum has expanded into the Sustainability & Policy Forum! This new format will highlight key sustainability trends and explore the policies shaping the future of the nonwovens industry. 📝 We’re inviting paper submissions on all relevant sustainability topics for the nonwovens industry, including: • Textile waste & valuable nonwovens • Sustainability reporting (CSRD) • Corporate sustainability (CSDDD) • Circularity in durable nonwoven applications How to Apply? 📧 Please send your abstract to giovanna.merola@edana.org Your abstract should include: ✅ A suggested title ✅ 3–4 bullet points summarising the presentation ✅ Contact details of the speaker(s) 📅 Deadline: 30 April 2025 Let’s shape the future of nonwovens—together. 🌍 #CallForPapers #Nonwovens #Sustainability #Policy #EDANA #SustainabilityForum2025

🌟 Exciting Keynote Speaker Announcement for the EDANA Innovation Forum 2025! We’re excited to announce Oliver Breucker, Co-CEO & AI Consultant at Roover Consulting, as a keynote speaker at the EDANA Innovation Forum 2025! He’ll take the stage with his presentation titled: "AI in Action: Fostering Innovation and Creativity in Product Development with AI Tools" In this dynamic session, he will explore: 🔹How to leverage AI tools to spark creativity in product development 🔹Practical techniques to enhance creative workflows and drive idea generation 🔹Live demos and real-world use cases showing how AI fuels faster, user-focused innovation 📅 11-12 June 2025, 📍 STATION F- Paris, France 🔗 Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/ecuasDhA #InnovationForum #Nonwovens #EDANA #AIinProductDevelopment #FutureOfInnovation #EdanaEvents

🌿 Webinar: Caring for You, Caring for the Environment – The EU Ecolabel & Absorbent Hygiene Products 🌿 🗓️ Date: 9 April 2025 🕚 Time: 11:00–12:30 CET 🏛️ Hosted by: European Commission Discover how the EU Ecolabel is contributing to: ✅ Environmental excellence ✅ Consumer trust ✅ Alignment with EU initiatives like Green Claims and Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Brieuc Lits, Public Affairs Director at EDANA, will be representing EDANA as a speaker at the event. He will be speaking on: 📌 "Certifying Environmental Excellence with the EU Ecolabel: Opportunities and Future Perspectives" 🔗 More info & registration: https://lnkd.in/eJ5v_rZV #Sustainability #EUEcolabel #GreenTransition #AHPs #EDANA #EuCommission #GreenClaims #Nonwovens

🎉 Absorbent Hygiene Products (AHP) Training Successfully Completed! 🎉 We’ve wrapped up an insightful AHP Training Course, where participants gained a comprehensive understanding of hygiene products, processes, and markets—focusing on baby diapers, menstrual products, and adult incontinence. Guided by five expert trainers, attendees explored product design, raw materials (including super absorbent polymers, adhesives, and closing systems), converting technologies, and the latest industry advancements. The program balanced theory with hands-on exercises, covering legislation, sustainability, product testing, and market insights. A big thank you to all participants for their engagement and to our trainers for sharing their expertise. Together, we continue to drive innovation in the AHP industry! 📅 Check out our upcoming training courses here: https://lnkd.in/e-heNZH8 #EDANA #Learning&Develeopment #Nonwovens #AHP #Hygiene #Training

🌟 Unlock the Future of Nonwovens at the EDANA Innovation Forum! 🌍🚀 Join us for a transformative session on Advancing Nonwovens: Circularity, Fortitude & Smart Tech at the upcoming EDANA Innovation Forum! Dive into cutting-edge discussions on how circularity, resilience, and smart technologies are shaping the future of nonwoven materials. From textile waste recycling to AI-driven production, discover the innovations driving sustainability and efficiency. Meet the distinguished speakers for this session: Maria Ström, CEO, The Loop Factory Sophie Vandewalle, Head of R&D Fibres, Beaulieu Fibres International Lode Daelemans, Professor, Gent University Steffen Kayser, Director Automation & Digitalization, ANDRITZ 📅 11-12 June 2025 📍 Station F, Paris - France 🔗 Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/eq2GkQwj #EDANA #InnovationForum #Nonwovens #Tech #AI

🌟 Exciting News: SK Leavo Joins EDANA’s Nonwovens Community! We are delighted to welcome SK Leavo, as the newest member of EDANA! SK leaveo, based in Republic of Korea, develops and produces biodegradable materials (PBAT, PBS) aiming to address global plastic waste and microplastic issues. They are currently expanding their market presence by focusing on premium specialized products such as nonwovens and fertilizers, in addition to general films, packaging, and containers. We look forward to the fresh perspectives and sustainable innovations they bring to our community! 🔗 Learn more about our expanding network: https://lnkd.in/exj_786n #Innovation #Nonwovens #Packaging #EDANA #NewMembers #Sustainability

In March, we, in collaboration with CETI Transformative Textiles, delivered a Nonwovens Spunbond/Meltblown course, welcoming six engaged delegates eager to deepen their expertise. This hands-on training explored how process parameters impact nonwoven properties, helping participants optimise performance and sustainability. They gained insights into: 🔹 The Carding process and raw materials 🔹 How to fine-tune technical properties A big thank you to our participants for their enthusiasm! Want to join a future session? Check the L&D calendar here: https://lnkd.in/e8DXgQ-S #EDANA #CETI #Nonwovens #AdvancedCourses

🚀 Exciting News for the EDANA Innovation Forum! We’re excited to announce a new session focused on Sustainable Materials & Smart Solutions at the upcoming EDANA Innovation Forum! 🌍💡 This session will explore advancements in sustainable nonwoven materials and attachment systems, including recyclable hygiene packaging, low-carbon biomaterials, and next-generation fastening technologies. Experts will highlight breakthrough superabsorbent polymers with zero carbon footprints, showcasing how renewable energy and materials drive sustainability. Attendees will gain insights into innovations that enhance functionality, compliance, and circularity in the nonwovens industry. 🎤 Meet Our Distinguished Speakers: Nick Carter, Head of Innovation at Gottlieb Binder GmbH & Co. KG Alexandros Skouras, Director, Hygiene Sector at Paptic Ltd Klaus Dieter Hoerner, Senior Specialist Sustainability at BASF SE Selahattin Onur, Head of Innovation & QC at Fiberpartner ApS 📅 11-12 June 2025 📍 Station F, Paris - France 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/eVWyV3Td #EDANAInnovationForum #SustainableMaterials #Innovation #CircularEconomy #Nonwovens #Sustainability

🔍 Exciting News: FILTREX™ 2025 Sets New Industry Benchmarks! #FiltrationInnovation Thrilled to share that we've just wrapped up a groundbreaking FILTREX™ conference in Vienna! 🌟 We brought together 100+ industry leaders from 53 companies spanning 14 countries, fostering invaluable connections and knowledge sharing. The highlight? Game-changing discussions on sustainable filtration solutions and innovative PFAS-free technologies that are reshaping our industry's future. 🌱 #Sustainability #Innovation #FiltrationIndustry Read more in the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/eCe8uhia #EDANA #FILTREX #Event #Filtration #Nonwovens