Chargeurs PCC, the world’s largest apparel interlinings manufacturer, launched the first-ever collection of inner components made with sustainable, traceable, blockchain-backed NATIVA™ wool at 10th Future Fabrics Expo in London.
As per the company, the new NATIVA™ collection includes an assortment of interlinings, garment padding/insulation, shoulder pads, felts and chest canvas for suiting that combine superior, long-lasting performance with washable, moisture-resistant comfort and softness that only wool can provide.
This collection enables brands to prove their strong commitment to transparency, sustainability and social responsibility, as the NATIVA label guarantees traceability backed by blockchain technology.
Chargeurs PCC provides end-to-end solutions for the world’s leading fashion apparel brands by designing and manufacturing interlining, a technical fabric used to help garments retain their shape and structure. Its parent company, Chargeurs, is based in France and employs more than 2,500 people across five continents to serve its clients in more than 90 countries.
“Sustainability has become a crucial priority for the global fashion industry and we are thrilled to launch this first-of-its-kind collection of green interlining solutions made with traceable NATIVA wool,” said Gianluca Tanzi, CEO, Chargeurs Textile.
Chargeurs Luxury Materials, the world leader in luxury combed wool and sister company to Chargeurs PCC, developed the NATIVA™ branded fibre concept. The farms that supply the wool for NATIVA™ follow the Textile Exchange’s Responsible Wool Standard, a voluntary standard that addresses the welfare of sheep and the land they graze on. These suppliers also must adhere to the NATIVA™ protocol that covers animal welfare, land management, corporate social responsibility and traceability via blockchain technology. Current NATIVA™ wool brand partners include Stella McCartney, Vivienne Westwood, Madewell, Napapijri, Reformation and more.
