Reju is a textile-to-textile materials regeneration company focusing on creating innovative solutions for recycling post-consumer polyester textiles and PET waste. Owned by Technip Energies and utilizing technology developed with IBM research, Reju aims to establish a global circular textile system to address PET plastic found in post-consumer textile waste.
ReHubs
ReHubs is a partnership based collaboration hub working to industrially scale up the collecting, sorting, processing and recycling of textile waste in Europe. Unlocking the potential of connectivity and intelligence, ReHubs is dedicated to shifting the apparel and textile industry towards a circular business model. ReHubs orchestrates collaboration and triggers capacity and knowledge projects across the value chain, countries and public/private sectors.
Nouvelles Fibres Textiles
Nouvelles Fibres Textiles is an innovative French industrial player, born from the partnership between Les Tissages de Charlieu and Synergies TLC—two companies committed to advancing the circular textile economy. We develop automated sorting and dismantling solutions to give end-of-life textiles a second life, processing both post-industrial and post-consumer waste at industrial scale. Thanks to cutting-edge optical sorting technology, we are able to: • precisely separate textiles by composition and color • remove elements that hinder recycling (zippers, buttons, labels, etc.) • prepare materials according to industrial needs (whole garments, cut pieces, pre-shredding) Our ambition: to secure high-quality, consistent recycled material streams, ready to be reintegrated into new production cycles.
Municipality of Prato
Prato is a vibrant city that combines a rich industrial heritage with innovative sustainability initiatives. Known for its textile and fashion industry, the city is embracing the future through circular economy practices and environmental responsibility, positioning itself as a global leader in both sectors. CITY PROFILE: PRATO – Population: 198,034 inhabitants – Area: 97.56 km² – Population density: 2,069 inhabitants/km2 – 2nd most populous city in Tuscany – 3rd largest city in Central Italy by population – 15th largest city in Italy by number of residents – Foreign residents: 44,507 – Nationalities represented: 125 – Leading province in Italy for the highest percentage of foreign residents – Chinese residents: 27,829 – 3rd largest Chinese community in Europe (after London and Paris) TEXTILE & FASHION INDUSTRY HUB Key Facts: – World’s largest Textile & Fashion (T&M) district – 7,104 active companies in the sector – 2,548 textile companies – 4,571 clothing companies – 42,967 employees – €2.465 billion in exports – 3% of Europe’s textile production Prato is internationally renowned for its leadership in the textile and fashion industry, maintaining a robust and continually evolving production system. GREEN TRANSITION AND CIRCULAR ECONOMY IN PRATO Prato is leading in sustainability and circular economy initiatives: – 22,000 tons of textile waste recycled annually – 1st plant in Italy for the recovery of urban and industrial wastewater: GIDA (Water Treatment Plant Management), recovering 6 million cubic meters of water each year – Under construction: a textile waste recovery hub – Circular economy focus since 2020: Prato has become a “Circular City,” involving local stakeholders in sustainability efforts Prato has also been selected by the European Commission as one of the 100 European cities to participate in the mission to achieve “100 smart cities with zero climate impact by 2030.”
Konica Minolta
At Automate 2026, we will proudly present cutting-edge technologies from Specim and EINES Vision Systems, two innovative brands within the Konica Minolta portfolio. Together, these solutions bring powerful capabilities in hyperspectral imaging, machine vision, and intelligent automation, helping manufacturers gain deeper insight, improve process control, and boost overall production performance. From real-time material identification and classification to advanced vision-based inspection and automation, our combined expertise addresses some of the most critical challenges facing today’s manufacturers. By uniting advanced sensing, imaging, and vision technologies, we enable smarter decision-making, increased efficiency, and more reliable outcomes across a wide range of industrial applications. Visit us at Booth #32036 to explore advanced sensing and vision solutions in action and discover how these technologies are shaping the future of industrial automation. | Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc.’s (Konica Minolta) journey started more than 150 years ago, with a vision to see and do things differently. The company partners with clients to Give Shape to Ideas by supporting their digital transformation through its expansive Intelligent Connected Workplace portfolio. Its business technology offerings include IT Services, intelligent information management, video security solutions and managed print services, as well as office technology and industrial and commercial print solutions. 2025 marks Konica Minolta’s 20th anniversary in production print, for which it celebrates “20 Years of Excellence, Innovation and Impact,” and continues to lead the way in digital commercial printing. This year also commemorates 20 years of Konica Minolta’s bizhub brand. Over the past two decades, the bizhub series has revolutionized office technology and redefined how businesses operate. It has continuously evolved to meet the needs of modern workplaces, fueled by advances in technology and a commitment to innovation. Konica Minolta is proud to be ranked on the Forbes 2025 America’s Best Large Employers list, included on CRN’s MSP 500 list numerous times; recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys for eighteen consecutive years and presented with Keypoint Intelligence’s BLI 2025 and 2021 A3 Line of The Year and BLI 2021-2023 Most Color Consistent A3 Brand Awards for its bizhub One i-Series. For more information, please visit Konica Minolta online and follow it on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter. | Konica Minolta’s Hyper ReTEX is an advanced AI-powered system that combines hyperspectral imaging and machine learning to automate and optimize the pre-sorting of textile waste. It addresses a critical industry challenge: the inefficient recovery of valuable materials due to inadequate textile identification. With over 95% accuracy in fabric detection, Hyper ReTEX enables fast, precise, and scalable sorting – helping organizations accelerate recycling, reduce contamination, and move towards circular textile practices. The solution is available in three tailored versions: • ReTEX FULL – for high-throughput industrial sorting • ReTEX LIGHT – for laboratory testing and quality control • ReTEX White Label – for OEM partners and custom integrations By combining cutting-edge technology with sustainability goals, Hyper ReTEX empowers recyclers, manufacturers, and innovators to turn textile waste into opportunity. See you in Brussels, 24-25 JUNE 2026
Konica Minolta Business Solutions Bulgaria EOOD
Konica Minolta’s Hyper ReTEX is an advanced AI-powered system that combines hyperspectral imaging and machine learning to automate and optimize the pre-sorting of textile waste. It addresses a critical industry challenge: the inefficient recovery of valuable materials due to inadequate textile identification. With over 95% accuracy in fabric detection, Hyper ReTEX enables fast, precise, and scalable sorting – helping organizations accelerate recycling, reduce contamination, and move towards circular textile practices. The solution is available in three tailored versions: • ReTEX FULL – for high-throughput industrial sorting • ReTEX LIGHT – for laboratory testing and quality control • ReTEX White Label – for OEM partners and custom integrations By combining cutting-edge technology with sustainability goals, Hyper ReTEX empowers recyclers, manufacturers, and innovators to turn textile waste into opportunity. See you in Brussels, 4-5 JUNE 2025
INVISTA
At INVISTA, we make the chemicals, polymers, fabrics and fibers that can handle life’s toughest demands. Delivering the many products and technologies we make takes a lot of hard work by some incredibly talented employees. And we’re always looking for people to help us create new solutions for life’s biggest needs. | INVISTA is a global manufacturer of chemical intermediates, polymers and fibers. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, air bags, food packaging and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life’s essential products to market. A subsidiary of Koch Industries since 2004, INVISTA is committed to innovation and responsibly creating more value for its customers and society while consuming fewer resources to make these products. | INVISTA is a global leader in the production of nylon 6,6 polymers used in the automotive, industrial, consumer electronic and apparel/textile industries. The company is focused on producing high-quality nylon 6,6 polymer feedstock to compounders, direct-to-mold and fiber spinners. INVISTA operates polymer production assets in Europe, North America and China, providing customers with reliable, regional supply systems. | INVISTA is a global leader in the production of nylon 6,6 polymers used in the automotive, industrial, consumer electronic and apparel/textile industries. The company is focused on producing high-quality nylon 6,6 polymer feedstock for compounders, injection molders, and fiber spinners. INVISTA is the only integrated nylon 6,6 supplier with production assets in North America, Europe and Asia, providing customers with reliable, regional supply systems.
International Fur Federation
Global federation of fur industry