Nature Coatings and Orta Revolutionize Denim Industry with Bio Awake Collection
Nature Coatings, a biochemicals company dedicated to transforming waste into bio-based, safe, and renewable solutions, is proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with Orta, a renowned Turkey-based denim mill. Together, they are forging a new path in the fashion industry with the introduction of the Bio Awake Collection for Fall/Winter 2024-2025.
Orta, a stalwart in the denim industry for seven decades, is now pioneering a fresh chapter in sustainable fashion. The cornerstone of this exciting transformation is the use of BioBlack TX, an innovative black pigment developed by Nature Coatings. Unlike conventional black pigments derived from petroleum, BioBlack TX is 100% bio-based, certified, and environmentally responsible, contributing to carbon reduction and waste elimination.
This remarkable pigment is crafted from wood waste sourced from FSC certified sustainable forests, encompassing industries such as lumber, paper, furniture, and flooring. Its production operates in a circular system, ensuring a closed-loop process where steam stands as the sole by-product. This captured steam is harnessed to power various facets of the production facility.
BioBlack TX is crafted from wood waste sourced from FSC certified sources. This waste material originates from various industries, including lumber, paper, furniture, and flooring. Its production operates in a circular system, ensuring a closed-loop process where steam stands as the sole by-product. This captured steam is harnessed to power various facets of the production facility.
A groundbreaking industry-first application of BioBlack TX is found in fabric coating and warp dyeing, a technique commonly used in indigo dyeing but adaptable to other dyes as well. Orta is leading the charge by becoming the first in the industry to utilize BioBlack TX in warp dyeing, further solidifying their commitment to sustainability and innovation.
The Bio Awake Collection aligns seamlessly with Orta's Bluesky mission, dedicated to crafting denim that champions climate, the planet, and social justice. Orta recognizes a "golden opportunity" to lead the industry toward a new generation of waste-free, bio-designed denim.
The collection, which premiered at Kingpins Amsterdam in April, showcases the visionary approach of Orta and Nature Coatings. It exemplifies the transformative potential of sustainable fashion, pushing the boundaries of creativity and responsibility.
Garments from the Bio Awake collection will be available for viewing at Denim Futures, the denim-focused exhibition hosted by The Mills Fabrica in London, offering an exciting glimpse into the future of sustainable denim.