Industry News NEWS IN BRIEF
● Mimaki is to host its second three-day virtual event from March 2 to 4. The three days will consist of new product launches, webinars and interactive virtual sessions. To register visit
www.mimaki.com. ● ColorGATE has strengthened its management team with the appointment of Steffen Orth as the company’s project management offi cer (PMO). He will be responsible for structuring and appropriately prioritising all ColorGATE’s projects. ● Prismafl ex UK has announced that it has become the fi rst print service provider in the world to gain Certifi re – TS62 rating for its printed PVC-free Kavalan banners and building wraps. The accreditation takes into account how the inks, printing processes and specifi c materials used by Prismafl ex work together to achieve the highest fi re-safety solution recognised by worldwide regulatory authorities. ● Last month, award-winning specialist fashion industry recruitment company Karen Collier Careers joined the CMYUK Creatives in Residence Live initiative to help its graduates land their ideal fi rst jobs. ● Dr. Andreas Pleßke, CEO at Koenig & Bauer, has been appointed chairman of the drupa Committee. Wolfgang Poppen, managing partner at Freiburger Druck and president of the German Printing and Media Industries Federation, was confi rmed in offi ce as his deputy. ● Glenmuir has unveiled its Autumn Winter 2022 collection with three striking colour stories – cobalt, sorbet and bordeaux. Make sure you check out our look at the latest golfwear styles in our April issue.
Tranemo releases its 2020/21 sustainability report
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ranemo has released its latest sustainability report in which the workwear manufacturer summarises its sustainability efforts over the last 12 months.
Since the company was founded in 1934, Tranemo has developed products with long-term commitment and insightful efforts that are based on environmental, social and economic needs. Highlights in the report include:
• The launch of the world’s fi rst fl uorocarbon-free collection – Cantex Weld Stretch. By launching this collection, Tranemo is gradually minimising the use of PFAS in its products.
• An increased use of materials from sustainable sources. This includes investigating ways to reuse the waste materials from Tranemo’s garment production and using recycled fi bres in garments.
• The ongoing optimisation and reduction in packaging. Besides switching to a thinner plastic, Tranemo started to use garment packaging made from 50% recycled plastic.
Jack Wolfskin teams up with Ralawise J
ack Wolfskin, one of Europe’s leading suppliers of high-quality outdoor clothing, has teamed up
with Ralawise.
With 24 new styles added to the Ralawise range, Jack Wolfskin products stand out, thanks to their optimal functionality, high-spec design and extraordinary innovation. The product range includes everything from jackets and coats to T shirts and hoodies, as well as accessories.
When it comes to sustainability, Jack Wolfskin is shaping change in the marketplace. The company has been a member of the Fair Wear Foundation since 2010, so both thinking and acting responsibly is deeply embedded into the Jack Wolfskin
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Ralawise will now distribute Jack Wolfskin corporate culture.
With sustainable clothing being a key offering at Ralawise, Jack Wolfskin’s ethos echoes this. To remain responsible and sustainable, the brand reduces its production waste by packaging almost
all apparel in recycled polybags. It is also consistently increasing the use of sustainable materials in its products, with more of the recycled materials used reaching the Global Recycled Standard certifi cation, as well as more natural materials such as organic cotton and wood fi bres being employed to a greater extent. Jeremy Ainsworth-Moores, Jack Wolfskin’s UK sales manager, said: “Jack Wolfskin are delighted to be supplying Ralawise with a range of products for the promotional market. We pride ourselves on manufacturing technical outdoor garments, many of which are made using sustainable fabrics, for a wide variety of end users, whether functional or lifestyle-inspired.”
www.printwearandpromotion.co.uk
The front cover of Tranemo’s 2020/21
Sustainability Report
• A shift to fossil-free energy sources for its own operations. One of Tranemo’s main goals moving
forward is to minimise its own climate footprint.
Max Larsson, CEO, said: “Our focus on a sustainable business strategy and innovation, combined with a competent organisation, continues to build a solid foundation for responsible growth.” He added that Tranemo is in a strong position and as a company they are looking forward to 2022.
“Considerable work lies ahead as we focus on our key development areas and tackle the issue of sustainability from several angles,” he said. Tranemo will continue to base its efforts on current research and pursue effective collaborations as it strives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and work towards a circular economy in 2022.
• To read the report in full visit
www.tranemoworkwear.se
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