Society

We collaborate with various stakeholders to realize a sustainable society,
pursuing both solutions to societal issues and economic gains.

Society

For the sustainable development of the Indian textile industry

Bemberg™ has been popular in India for over 40 years as a fiber for traditional costumes such as sari and dupatta, and we continue developing new technologies and proposing new fabrics so that people can wear dresses that are more comfortable and beautiful. Through technical support and industry-academia for stakeholders in the supply chain, from the raw materials to final products, we are also working toward goals such as raising the income of workers and helping women have greater opportunities for advancement in society. These activities gained recognition, and we participated in the Business Call to Action (BCtA) led by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) started in 2016.

What is Business Call to Action (BCtA)?
A multilateral alliance between donor governments launched at the United Nations in 2008, BCtA was an inclusive business advocacy platform and global membership network of companies advancing commercially sustainable solutions to tackling poverty and inequality and contributing to SDGs. By May 2021, more than 280 companies around the world had expressed agreement with BCtA and were undertaking projects in 82 countries.
Business Call to Action（BCtA）
Free loan of an equipment of gathering cotton linter to several raw material manufacturers. Education and technical support for productivity improvement are offered by Asahi Kasei engineers.
Business Call to Action（BCtA）
Educational support for developing human resources in the fiber and fashion industries.
Business Call to Action（BCtA）
Technical support for weaving and dyeing of Bemberg™ textiles.
Examples of our actions in IndiaSecond-term BCtA

Velutine™ Evo

Society
We are working to reduce environmental impact
not only at our factories but also in the whole supply chain.

We have developed Velutine™ Evo, a fibrillation technology for Bemberg™ that has a low environmental impact. This technology enables reduction of the amounts of consumed water and energy by approximately 15 to 20% compared to conventional methods. We will continue expanding such efforts together with our partners.

Industry association

In the fashion industry, environmental impact and human resources development are major issues, and we’ve been investigating and implementing various measures and activities to solve them.
With Bemberg™ as one of cellulose fibers, we will continue contributing to solving the industry issues by proactively participating in the major industry associations that are making significant strides toward solutions.

AIUFFASS
AIUFFASS
A leading organization in the silk, artificial filament yarns and synthetic fiber industry in Europe, promoting the use of those fibers and working to solve the issues the industry faces.
Biella master
Biella master
An educational program established in Biella, Italy, a region known for producing traditional fibers, that helps each generation inherit the professionalism, experience, entrepreneurialism, and sense of values that are deeply rooted there.
C.L.A.S.S.
C.L.A.S.S.
C.L.A.S.S. is a Milan-based platform established in 2007 with a mission to further refine the fashion and textile businesses.
Sistema Moda Italia
Sistema Moda Italia
An organization consisting of Italian textile and apparel companies. It supports solving problems in Italy from technical and financial points of view, and contributes to recognition of the importance of the textile and apparel industry.
Textile Exchange
Textile Exchange
Headquartered in Texas, USA, Textile Exchange is an international non-profit organization that focuses on minimizing the environmental impact of the global textile industry while maximizing the industry’s positive influence.
ZDHC
ZDHC
Headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, ZDHC is a volunteer-oriented coalition that manages a roadmap program for elimination of hazardous substances and is working to create a sustainable society to protect consumers, workers, and the global environment.

Training the next generation in the fashion industry

Asahi Kasei extensively engages in activities for training the next generation through technical guidance and educational support.
We will continue proactively engaging in new projects together with educational institutions around the world and young talent who will lead future fashion.

中国
China
ASAHI KASEI China Future Star Award for Design Innovation
ASAHI KASEI China Future Star Award for Design Innovation For ten years, we organized the Bemberg™ collection during China Fashion Week, featuring works from emerging designers. In 2017, we launch a new collection of students' works, namely the Chinese Youth Award for Design Innovation. Three fashion students are chosen from China and are provided with fabric that uses Bemberg™. Collections are presented during Fashion Week.
イタリア
Italy
A project with the Istituto Secoli fashion school
Since 2005, we have organized Bemberg™ workshops at fashion colleges and consistently provide students fabrics for their graduation fashion shows.
Also, we are enriching our efforts through activities such as jointly hosting a world-famous exhibition of men’s clothing from Italy.
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