T-REX Project Consortium: Fulgar

In the latest interview of our "Meet the Consortium" series, Daniela Antunes, Marketing Manager at Fulgar, discusses her role in the T-REX Project, the industry's challenges, and her vision for the future.
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Describe your role at Fulgar.

I am responsible for the Marketing Department at Fulgar. One of my primary roles is promoting Fulgar’s premium yarns to brands around the world. This involves communicating the environmental impact of various polyamide yarns, defining the correct messaging for our specialized solutions, and assisting in selecting the optimal textile product supply chains.

Can you explain your participation in the T-REX Project?

Fulgar’s role is to transform recycled polyamide polymers into high-quality filaments for garment production. Our technical team, with its extensive experience, not only ensures that the yarns are produced to the highest standards but also collaborates closely with the recycler and polymer producer to define the best quality of our raw materials. This partnership is crucial to the project’s success.

What do you think is the biggest challenge the T-REX Project will need to overcome?

From my perspective, the main challenge is improving the collection and sorting of products to facilitate recycling. Many companies are already collaborating in this critical phase.

What is the biggest opportunity to unlock within textile-to-textile recycling?

The most significant opportunities lie in reducing the use of natural resources and minimizing environmental impact. The convergence of sustainability and innovation in textiles is revolutionizing the industry, pushing it towards greener and more responsible practices. The shift towards greater sustainability across the industry’s supply chain is driven by growing consumer awareness and the urgent need to reduce the textile industry’s environmental footprint on the global ecosystem.

The textile and fashion industry must address the climate crisis by radically transforming every aspect of the production chain. Addressing the sustainability challenge requires a holistic approach that encompasses the entire life cycle of textile products, from raw material selection to production, usage, and disposal.

Future outlook: How do you envision the textile value chain in 2050?

By 2050, the textile value chain is likely to undergo profound transformation, driven by technological innovation, environmental sustainability, and the development of innovative yarns such as bio-based and biodegradable fabrics designed to enhance performance and reduce environmental impact.

The industry will adopt circular economy models, promoting the recycling and reuse of materials to minimize waste, thanks to technological advancements. Products will be designed to be easily disassembled and recyclable. Additionally, the ability to produce on demand will reduce waste and better respond to individual consumer preferences. The textile value chain in 2050 will be characterized by a strong integration of advanced technologies, increased sustainability, and a focus on customization and consumer experience.

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