Partner Organizations

Website: www.tuwien.at
Principal Investigator: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Heidi Halbwirth, Prof. Dr. Florian Rudroff

Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) is one of Europe’s leading technical universities and a long‑standing hub for cutting‑edge research and innovation at the interface of chemistry, biotechnology and engineering. Within DyeAnotherWay, TU Wien contributes a uniquely broad and deeply integrated scientific environment, bringing together expertise from the Institute of Chemical, Environmental and Bioscience Engineering and the Institute of Applied Synthetic Chemistry. The participating research groups span phytochemistry and biochemistry of natural compounds, bioorganic synthetic chemistry and integrated bioprocess development, forming a highly interdisciplinary platform ideally suited to advancing sustainable, bio‑based colour technologies.

The TU Wien teams bring long‑standing expertise in the study of natural compounds from plants and microorganisms, spanning biosynthetic pathways, enzyme function and pigment formation. Their work integrates advanced analytical chemistry with molecular biology and bioinformatics, enabling the translation of biological sources into characterised compounds and scalable production concepts. The groups are internationally recognised for their broad methodological expertise, from metabolite analysis to environmentally compatible extraction and synthesis strategies.

TU Wien is equally known for excellence in research training and supervision. Its researchers have extensive experience in doctoral education through numerous national and European initiatives, including Marie Skłodowska‑Curie networks, providing a strong foundation for interdisciplinary and intersectoral training within DyeAnotherWay.

These activities are supported by state‑of‑the‑art analytical and biotechnological infrastructure, including advanced spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, fermentation and sequencing platforms, fully integrated within the institution. Together with its active role in international scientific communities and project leadership, TU Wien provides the scientific and organisational backbone for DyeAnotherWay and supports the network’s ambition to advance sustainable, bio‑based textile coloration.

Website: www.vtl.co.at
Principal Investigator: Dr. Karin Fleck

Vienna Textile Laboratory GmbH (VTL) is an independent research, testing and innovation organisation with a strong focus on textiles, fibres, dyes and finishing processes. As an established applied research partner, VTL operates at the interface between fundamental material science and real‑world industrial practice, supporting textile manufacturers, brands and technology developers in improving product performance, compliance and sustainability. Within DyeAnotherWay, VTL represents the perspective of applied textile science and market‑relevant implementation, ensuring that novel bio‑based colourants and processes are assessed against practical performance requirements and industrial standards.

VTL’s core expertise lies in the testing and characterisation of textile materials, including colour performance, fastness, durability, chemical composition and regulatory compliance. Working with a wide range of natural and synthetic fibres, VTL has particular experience in assessing dye–fibre interactions under industrially relevant conditions, providing deep insight into how colourants behave during processing and use.

Alongside testing, VTL is actively involved in national and European applied research and development projects focused on sustainable coloration, environmentally benign finishing processes and low‑impact textile materials. Through this work, the organisation has developed strong expertise in translating laboratory‑scale innovations into scalable, standard‑compliant solutions suitable for commercial adoption.

Training and knowledge transfer are central to VTL’s mission. The organisation supports doctoral and early‑stage researchers and provides hands‑on training in textile testing, quality assurance and standardisation, drawing on extensive experience with international norms and certification schemes. This ensures that sustainability‑driven innovations can be robustly evaluated and validated in practice.

VTL’s specialised laboratory infrastructure enables systematic assessment of new dyes and dyeing concepts, while its independence and close ties to industry allow it to bridge discovery and deployment within DyeAnotherWay. In doing so, VTL helps ensure that bio‑based dye solutions are not only scientifically sound, but also technically viable and aligned with the needs of the modern textile sector.

Website: www.helsinki.fi/en | www.biocolour.fi
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. Riikka Räisänen

The University of Helsinki (UHEL) brings to DyeAnotherWay a distinctive perspective that complements the network’s strong biochemical and technological foundation with deep expertise in sustainability, consumer research and societal uptake of innovation. The participating team is based in the Faculty of Educational Sciences, where craft research and home economics research are combined to address pressing questions around sustainable consumption, material choices and everyday practices. This positioning allows UHEL to explore not only how bio‑based colourants perform technically, but also how they are perceived, understood and adopted by consumers and wider society.

Led by Professor Riikka Räisänen, the UHEL team has established an internationally recognised profile in natural and bio‑based colourants and their applications in textiles and packaging. The group is active in several major European and national projects, including BioColour, Colour4CRAFTS, TRACTion and BioAnti, addressing topics from sourcing and processing natural dyes to their functional, aesthetic and communicative roles. A key strength of the team is its ability to integrate scientific, cultural and educational perspectives drawn from the natural sciences, humanities and pedagogy.

Within DyeAnotherWay, the University of Helsinki provides critical insight into consumer attitudes, acceptance and behaviour related to sustainable dyes and dyed products. Using qualitative and quantitative methods, the team studies how concepts such as naturalness, safety, origin and sustainability shape purchasing and use decisions. This work ensures that bio‑based dyes developed within the network are grounded in social realities and have the potential for real‑world impact.

UHEL supports this interdisciplinary approach with appropriate research infrastructure, including textile dyeing, printing and testing facilities, tools for producing textile prototypes, and advanced resources for data collection and analysis. Through collaboration with the University of Campinas in Brazil, the team also integrates ecotoxicity and genotoxicity testing, adding an important safety dimension to dye assessment.

Training and supervision are central strengths of the UHEL team. With extensive experience across bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral education, the researchers provide rigorous training in social science methods, interdisciplinary research design and science‑to‑society communication. Through DyeAnotherWay, UHEL ensures that technological innovation is closely linked to an understanding of people, practices and pathways to sustainable change.

Website: www.uni-hamburg.de/en.html
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. Agnes Weiss

Universität Hamburg participates in DyeAnotherWay through a research team with long‑standing expertise in food microbiology, focusing particularly on the interaction of microorganisms with food commodities and the influence of technological processes on these interactions. The team has built a strong scientific profile in this area, documented by a substantial body of peer‑reviewed publications and reinforced through extensive national and international cooperation projects. This background provides the scientific and methodological foundation required to address microbiological questions relevant to the development and assessment of bio‑based colourants within the project.

A key strength of the Universität Hamburg team lies in its expertise in microbial systems and the identification and evaluation of microorganisms and their functional traits. Within DyeAnotherWay, the group contributes methodological knowledge related to microbial pigments, their biological producers, and the associated genetic and metabolic components. By applying bioinformatics, sequence analysis and molecular biology tools, the team supports the systematic evaluation of microbial candidates and pathways relevant to sustainable colourant production.

The team has a strong track record of collaboration with industrial partners in both bilateral and pre‑industrial research projects, ensuring that its work is informed by practical constraints and application‑oriented perspectives. In parallel, the group maintains an active presence in the scientific community through conference organisation, international networking and knowledge‑exchange activities, supporting the visibility and dissemination objectives of the doctoral network.

Universität Hamburg provides comprehensive, state‑of‑the‑art facilities for microbiological and molecular biological research. Laboratories equipped to safety level 2 support advanced work with microorganisms and include infrastructure for cultivation, microscopy, molecular analysis and access to next‑generation sequencing. This environment enables in‑depth investigation of microbial systems relevant to DyeAnotherWay.

The team also contributes experience in structured research training, drawing on its involvement in international research coordination and previous MSCA doctoral networks. Through its combined scientific expertise, infrastructure and training experience, Universität Hamburg strengthens the network’s capacity to explore microbiologically derived colourants in a rigorous and application‑relevant manner.

Website: www.univ-reunion.fr
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. Laurent Dufossé

Université de La Réunion is a public university with a strong commitment to research, higher education and international scientific collaboration. As the main higher‑education and research institution in the Indian Ocean region, it plays an important role in connecting European research frameworks with global challenges and diverse scientific contexts. Within DyeAnotherWay, Université de La Réunion contributes academic expertise and research capacity that support the project’s ambition to develop sustainable, bio‑based alternatives for textile and food coloration.

The DyeAnotherWay activities at Université de La Réunion are led by Professor Laurent Dufossé, who brings extensive experience in supervising research projects and doctoral candidates. Under his leadership, the university contributes scientific expertise relevant to the study, analysis and development of bio‑based colourants, strengthening the scientific foundations of the project.

Université de La Réunion has experience in national and European collaborative research projects and is well accustomed to working in large, multi‑partner consortia. The research team is experienced in interdisciplinary collaboration and works closely with partners from diverse scientific and technological backgrounds, supporting effective integration within the DyeAnotherWay network.

Doctoral education is a core activity at the university. Within DyeAnotherWay, Université de La Réunion hosts and supervises a doctoral researcher, providing close academic guidance and day‑to‑day scientific support in an international research environment. Doctoral researchers benefit from immersion in active research projects and from developing advanced skills in experimental work, data analysis and scientific communication.

These activities are supported by laboratory facilities that enable experimental and analytical work relevant to the project. Through this combination of research expertise, training capacity and infrastructure, Université de La Réunion contributes both to the scientific progress of DyeAnotherWay and to the development of the next generation of researchers working on sustainable, bio‑based colourants.

Website: www.bbeu.org
Principal Investigator: Dr ir. Evelien Uitterhaegen, Dr. ir. Silke Claus

Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant (BBEPP) is an independent, state‑of‑the‑art facility dedicated to the research, development, and scale‑up of bio‑based processes, with a strong focus on industrial relevance and sustainability. It covers the entire value chain, from bioresources up to the final product, and spans the spectrum from basic research up to 75 m3 scale for demonstration at industrial level. As a non‑profit organisation, BBEPP operates as a neutral innovation partner for industry and academia, supporting the transition towards a sustainable bioeconomy. Within DyeAnotherWay, BBEPP contributes extensive research expertise in fermentation, biocatalysis, green chemistry, and advanced downstream processing, working towards the development of innovative bioprocess technologies while providing a critical link between laboratory research and industrial‑scale implementation of bio‑based colourant production.

BBEPP has built substantial experience in innovative recovery and purification strategies, including in situ extraction and separation techniques. These approaches improve process efficiency while reducing energy and solvent use, enabling the development of bio‑based dye production routes that are both environmentally and economically viable. Within DyeAnotherWay, BBEPP studies innovative, sustainable extraction technologies for downstream and/or in situ recovery of bio-based dyes, with early assessment of promising techniques under industrially relevant conditions. Its activities are supported by a multidisciplinary team with extensive research, industrial, and project management experience, ensuring close scientific guidance for doctoral researchers with industrial applicability in mind.

Website: www.hs-niederrhein.de
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. Maike Rabe

Hochschule Niederrhein is an applied, practice‑oriented university with the largest textile faculty in Europe and a strong focus design‑driven technologies and innovation transfer. As a Beneficiary in DyeAnotherWay, Hochschule Niederrhein contributes long‑standing expertise in textile processing, dyeing and finishing, positioning the institution as an important bridge between scientific innovation and practical application within the textile sector.

The DyeAnotherWay activities at Hochschule Niederrhein are embedded in a strongly application‑oriented academic environment that integrates research, teaching and close engagement with industry. The participating team contributes expertise in textile colouration processes, material behaviour and process evaluation, supporting the development and assessment of bio‑based dyes under realistic processing and use conditions. This applied orientation ensures a clear focus on industrial relevance and practical feasibility.

Hochschule Niederrhein has extensive experience in collaborative research with academic and industrial partners and is well accustomed to working in interdisciplinary, multi‑partner networks such as DyeAnotherWay. This background supports effective integration within the consortium and the translation of research outcomes into broader innovation contexts.

The university plays an active role in doctoral training by providing supervision, technical expertise and access to its applied research environment. Early‑stage researchers benefit from close interaction with experienced staff and hands‑on exposure to textile research and development, gaining practical experience with materials and processes relevant to sustainable colouration technologies.

Research and training are supported by dedicated laboratories and technical facilities for textile processing and colouration, enabling experimental work on dyeing, finishing and testing. Through this combination of applied expertise, infrastructure and training commitment, Hochschule Niederrhein contributes a practical perspective to DyeAnotherWay and helps ensure that bio‑based colourants developed within the network are suitable for real‑world textile applications.

Website: www.hb.se/en
Principal Investigators: Prof. Dr Mikael Skrifvars, Dr. May Kahoush

The University of Borås (HB) is an innovative higher‑education and research institution with a distinctive profile in textiles, polymers and sustainable resource recovery. Located in western Sweden, the university offers education and research across disciplines including engineering, textile and fashion studies, business, informatics, behavioural sciences and health sciences. With around 18,000 students and 800 employees, HB combines academic excellence with a strong professional and applied orientation, attracting an international community of students and collaborators.

A defining feature of the University of Borås is its strong institutional focus on resource recovery and sustainability. This profile is centred on the Swedish Centre for Resource Recovery (SCRR), an internationally recognised research environment bringing together expertise in biotechnology, polymer technology, thermal processes and sustainability studies. SCRR’s mission to maximise the value of waste as new materials or energy aligns closely with the objectives of DyeAnotherWay.

The Swedish School of Textiles brings together a nationally and Nordic-unique competence environment covering the full textile value chain, from fibre, materials and textile production to design, management, circularity, recycling, digitalisation and AI. Our strength lies in the integration of textile technology, design and management, supported by full-scale laboratories, workshops and strong technical expertise. This creates a distinctive research and education platform where scientific excellence, artistic exploration and industrial collaboration are combined to develop sustainable, innovative and societally relevant textile and fashion solutions.

Within the project, the University of Borås contributes extensive expertise in polymer and textile technology, sustainable composites, plastics, mechanical recycling and biofunctionalisation. The academic team brings decades of combined experience, covering material processing, polymer and fibre development, advanced textile structures and recycling technologies. Close collaboration between polymer and textile researchers strengthens the university’s interdisciplinary contribution to the development of sustainable, bio‑based colour solutions.

HB offers advanced research infrastructure supporting both scientific work and doctoral training. Facilities include laboratories for polymer processing and characterisation, complemented by comprehensive textile laboratories for yarn and fabric production, prototyping and performance testing. All major equipment is owned and operated by the university, ensuring continuity and reliability.

The University of Borås has a strong track record in European research and training programmes, including coordination and participation in MSCA doctoral networks and national research schools focused on resource recovery and sustainability. Within DyeAnotherWay, HB combines advanced infrastructure, experienced supervision and a uniquely sustainability‑driven profile, playing a key role in developing innovative bio‑based colour solutions and training researchers for a more sustainable textile sector.

Website: www.keracol.co.uk
Principal Investigator: Prof. Richard Blackburn

Keracol Limited is an innovative spin‑out company from the University of Leeds, founded on the principle that sustainability and high performance can and must go hand in hand. The company operates at the intersection of advanced physical science and consumer‑focused product development, translating cutting‑edge research into practical, market‑ready solutions. Within DyeAnotherWay, Keracol brings a strong non‑academic perspective rooted in the development of natural coloration technologies and their application in real consumer products.

Keracol’s core expertise spans organic, colour and polymer chemistry, extraction and coloration technologies, and natural products chemistry. A central focus of the company is the development of innovative methods for extracting, fractionating and purifying active molecules from plant‑based sources, using renewable and waste materials as feedstocks. This approach avoids competition with food production and aligns closely with DyeAnotherWay’s aim to develop sustainable, bio‑based alternatives to conventional dyes.

The company has applied its extracts primarily in cosmetic products, including hair coloration, hair care and skin care. A major achievement has been the development of hair dye systems based entirely on natural and renewable materials, responding to growing consumer demand for safer, environmentally responsible products. Keracol also has the capability to formulate its ingredients into a wide range of cosmetic products and to design new formulations based wholly on natural components.

Within DyeAnotherWay, Keracol contributes technological expertise alongside experience in translating research into products with clear end‑user relevance. Its involvement strengthens the intersectoral character of the network and exposes doctoral researchers to innovation pathways that extend from laboratory research through formulation and scale‑up to commercial application.

Keracol’s research infrastructure supports both exploratory and pilot‑scale development and includes facilities for organic synthesis, plant extraction and advanced analytical techniques, as well as equipment for cosmetic formulation, colour measurement and pilot‑scale extraction. Scientific leadership is provided by Professor Richard Blackburn, Chief Technology Officer, whose experience in sustainable materials, cosmetic science and coloration ensures that Keracol’s contribution combines scientific depth with a strong application focus in support of high‑impact, sustainable colour technologies.

Website: www.rpi.edu
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. Mattheos Koffas

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is a leading research‑intensive university with a long tradition of scientific and technological innovation. Founded in 1824, RPI is recognised internationally for its strengths in engineering, science and interdisciplinary research, and for its long‑standing engagement with industry and society. Within DyeAnotherWay, RPI contributes advanced expertise in fermentation optimization and scale-up, natural product biosynthesis in microbial systems as well as biodegradable dyes strengthening the project’s capacity to address challenges at the interface of chemistry, materials and environmental responsibility.

The DyeAnotherWay activities at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) are led by a research team with strong expertise in synthetic biology and sustainable materials development. The team contributes knowledge in the design, synthesis and characterisation of microbial‑based production systems, which is essential for understanding and developing bio‑based colourants and materials with robust functional and environmental performance.

RPI has a strong track record in both fundamental and applied research and extensive experience in collaborating with academic and industrial partners. Its participation in international research consortia enables effective knowledge exchange across disciplines and sectors, strengthening the scientific breadth of DyeAnotherWay while contributing specialised expertise in natural products and materials science.

Research at RPI is supported by advanced laboratory facilities for synthetic biology, fermentation optimization and scale-up, materials characterisation and related analytical techniques. This infrastructure provides a solid technical foundation for high‑quality research and allows innovative concepts to be rigorously explored and translated into well‑characterised material systems.

As an Associated Partner in DyeAnotherWay, RPI contributes through scientific engagement, collaboration and mentorship, offering doctoral researchers exposure to leading research perspectives in synthetic biology, metabolic engineering and natural dyes. Through this contribution, RPI reinforces the project’s international dimension and supports the development of innovative, bio‑based solutions with relevance beyond textiles.

Website: www.ft.unicamp.br
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr Gisela de Aragão Umbuzeiro

UNICAMP, the Universidade Estadual de Campinas, is one of Brazil’s leading public research universities and has a strong international reputation for scientific excellence and interdisciplinary research. Within DyeAnotherWay, UNICAMP contributes specialised expertise through the Laboratory of Ecotoxicology and Genotoxicity, which is part of the Faculty of Technology located at the Limeira campus. The laboratory’s work focuses on understanding the environmental and biological impacts of chemical substances, with a particular emphasis on the toxicity of natural and synthetic dyes in aquatic environments.

The Laboratory of Ecotoxicology and Genotoxicity at UNICAMP specialises in assessing the ecological and genetic effects of chemical compounds using both in vitro and in vivo approaches. Its core strength lies in aquatic ecotoxicity and genotoxicity testing, which is directly aligned with DyeAnotherWay’s objective to develop safer and more sustainable colourants. By studying how dyes interact with living organisms at different biological levels, the laboratory provides essential evidence to support environmental safety alongside technological innovation.

The DyeAnotherWay contribution from UNICAMP is led by Professor Gisela de Aragão Umbuzeiro, a full professor and environmental toxicologist with extensive experience in environmental and regulatory toxicology. Her expertise bridges scientific research and regulatory perspectives, strengthening the network’s ability to assess bio‑based dyes in terms of environmental protection and risk assessment.

UNICAMP offers dedicated infrastructure for ecotoxicological and genotoxicity research, supporting aquatic toxicity assays with algae, invertebrates and fish, as well as genotoxicity tests such as the Ames, comet and micronucleus assays using the Parhyale hawaiensis model. This range of methods enables comprehensive evaluation of both acute and sub‑lethal effects of dyes and related compounds.

Professor Umbuzeiro brings strong experience in research coordination and training, having supervised numerous master’s, doctoral and postdoctoral researchers and contributed to international research projects, including BioColour. Within DyeAnotherWay, UNICAMP provides a crucial environmental and toxicological perspective, helping to ensure that sustainability claims for bio‑based dyes are supported by robust scientific evidence and contribute to solutions that are safe for ecosystems and human health.

Website: www.aquitex.com/?lang=en
Principal Investigator: Dr. Nuno Azoia

AQUITEX – Acabamentos Químicos Têxxteis, S.A. is a Portuguese company dedicated to the development and commercialisation of chemical products for industry, with a particular focus on the textile and ceramics sectors. Aquitex has built its position on the ambition to create added value for its customers through innovative products and processes that support more sustainable industrial practices. Within DyeAnotherWay, Aquitex contributes an industry‑driven perspective that combines technical expertise in textile auxiliaries with a strong commitment to environmental responsibility.

Innovation is central to Aquitex’s identity. The company has pioneered solutions that reduce the environmental impact of textile processing, including low‑temperature reactive soaping and ecological enzyme‑based pretreatment technologies. A bluesign system partner since 2016, Aquitex demonstrates a long‑term commitment to responsible chemical management and sustainable textile production, making it a highly relevant partner for DyeAnotherWay.

The DyeAnotherWay activities at Aquitex are led by Dr Nuno Azoia, a chemical engineer with a PhD in chemical synthesis and expertise in polymeric materials of cellulosic base. He is supported by Ing. Jorge Faria, who brings more than 30 years of experience in textile processing and chemistry. Together, they combine scientific depth with applied industry knowledge to support innovation in sustainable dyeing and finishing processes.

Aquitex operates a fully equipped textile application laboratory that enables laboratory‑scale simulation of industrial textile processing. The facilities support all key processing steps and include dedicated equipment for assessing the impact of individual dyes on wastewater. This infrastructure allows new products and processes to be tested and optimised under conditions closely aligned with industrial practice.

The company is actively involved in several multidisciplinary national and European research initiatives addressing bio‑based dyestuffs, textile bioeconomy, water management and sustainable innovation. Its strong innovation culture is further reflected in ongoing patent applications covering areas such as algae‑based protein extraction, microbial dye degradation and ecological bleaching processes.

Within DyeAnotherWay, Aquitex provides essential industrial expertise that supports the translation of bio‑based dye concepts into scalable, practical solutions. By combining applied research capabilities, advanced testing infrastructure and a strong sustainability focus, Aquitex helps ensure that innovative colour technologies can be effectively implemented in modern textile processing chains.

Website: www.inbio.be
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr.  Wim Soetaert

Ghent University participates in DyeAnotherWay through the Centre of Expertise for Industrial Biotechnology and Biocatalysis, known as InBio.be. This research centre has a long‑standing mission to develop new tools, methods and microbial production platforms that enable the transition towards a bio‑based economy. With more than 25 years of experience in industrial biotechnology, InBio.be represents one of Europe’s leading academic environments for the development of sustainable bioprocesses and bio‑based industrial products.

InBio.be has a strong track record in translating fundamental research into industrially relevant outcomes. InBio.be offers state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure for biotechnological development, including advanced analytical techniques such as UPLC‑ELSD, LC‑MS, GC‑MS and NMR. The centre has broad expertise in metabolic engineering of both established and unconventional microbial hosts, supporting flexible and innovative strategies for microbial production. A defining feature of its approach is the close collaboration with Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant, enabling complementary research across laboratory, pilot and industrially relevant scales, closely aligning with the objectives of DyeAnotherWay.

The DyeAnotherWay contribution from Ghent University is led by Professor Wim Soetaert, head of InBio.be and a specialist in industrial biotechnology. He brings extensive experience in microbial process development, metabolic engineering, and biocatalysis, providing scientific leadership and a clear focus on efficient and sustainable microbial production routes for bio‑based compounds.

Ghent University and InBio.be have been actively involved in numerous European and national research and training programmes and have supervised multiple PhD projects focused on advanced cell factory development using multi‑omics, synthetic biology and metabolic engineering. Within DyeAnotherWay, InBio.be strengthens the consortium through deep expertise in industrial biotechnology and bioprocess design, supporting the development of robust, scalable and sustainable bio‑based colourant production routes.

Website: www.careapplications.com/en/home
Principal Investigator: Carmina Ferri

Care Applications® (Care Application, S.L.U.) is a technology‑driven company operating at the intersection of mechanical and chemical textile processes, specialising in washing, dyeing and finishing of garments. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on developing innovative devices and process solutions that modernise textile operations while significantly reducing their environmental impact. Within DyeAnotherWay, Care Applications® contributes extensive industrial expertise in sustainable textile processing and the implementation of low‑impact technologies under real production conditions.

Sustainability and process efficiency are central to Care Applications’ activities. The company has developed a portfolio of proprietary technologies, including ECOFinish®, Close‑N®, Control‑Box® and Uno®, designed to significantly reduce resource consumption in textile finishing. Depending on the application, these solutions can reduce water, energy and chemical use, as well as wastewater treatment requirements, by up to 90%, positioning Care Applications® as a key enabler of environmentally responsible textile production within DyeAnotherWay.

The DyeAnotherWay contribution from Care Applications® is led by Carmina Ferri, CEO, a textile engineer with a background in chemistry and more than 30 years of experience in garment finishing and product development. She is supported by Romano Campese, CTO, who brings over 40 years of experience in cotton and wool textiles and has played a key role in developing innovative machines and dyeing processes.

Care Applications® operates a dedicated laboratory in Alcoy, Spain, equipped for sample‑scale textile and garment processing. Through its combination of proven technologies, applied research capability and strong industrial insight, Care Applications® supports the translation of sustainable dyeing and finishing concepts into practical, scalable solutions for the textile sector.

Website: www.sdc.org.uk
Principal Investigator: Andrew Filarowski

The Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC) is a global professional organisation dedicated to advancing innovative, responsible and future‑proof practices in coloration across textiles and related industries. As a Royal Chartered Organisation, the SDC plays a unique role in connecting industry, academia and practitioners around the shared goal of improving how colour is developed, applied and managed. Within DyeAnotherWay, the SDC aligns closely with the project’s environmentally friendly objectives by promoting sustainable approaches to coloration and supporting the uptake of innovation across the wider industry.

A central strength of the Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC) is its role as a bridge between research and professional practice. By representing colour professionals on international standards bodies and industrial committees, the SDC ensures that emerging scientific knowledge and technological developments inform best practice and future standards. Within DyeAnotherWay, this position enables the Society to actively communicate project activities and outcomes to the wider textile and coloration community.

The SDC supports innovation through education and professional development, including a degree‑level qualification in textile coloration delivered through its distinctive “earning and learning” model. It also offers a wide range of courses, webinars and training programmes covering colour, materials and dyeing technologies.

As a global network, the SDC facilitates knowledge exchange through international events and online platforms and promotes excellence through its textile archive, design competitions and professional awards. Its publications, including Coloration Technology and Colour Index™, reinforce its role as a trusted knowledge hub supporting sustainable change in coloration practice.