In a move aimed at boosting collaboration and sustainability within Europe’s textile sector, OEKO-TEX® has officially become a partner of EURATEX, the European Apparel and Textile Confederation. This strategic partnership signals a significant step toward enhancing transparency, innovation and resilience across the European textile value chain.
Welcoming the collaboration, EURATEX Managing Director Dirk Vantyghem expressed enthusiasm, stating, “EURATEX is delighted to welcome OEKO-TEX® as a partner. The partnership will strengthen the European textile industry, emphasising the importance of industry-wide cooperation and shared progress.”
Through this alliance, OEKO-TEX®, renowned for its expertise in textile safety, transparency and sustainability, will contribute to EURATEX’s efforts to foster a more robust industry. The partnership aims to promote innovation, build consumer trust and support policy initiatives that advance sustainability and responsibility across the sector.
OEKO-TEX®’s globally recognised certification systems and tools for safe textiles are expected to play a crucial role in accelerating positive change, from raw material sourcing to end-user engagement. Both organisations share core values of sustainability, responsibility and innovation, marking a pivotal milestone in transforming Europe’s textile and fashion ecosystem for a more sustainable future.
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