The Lenzing Group, a leading producer of regenerated cellulose fibers, has strengthened its nonwovens business through a series of major international industry fairs in the first half of 2026, showcasing scalable, bio-based alternatives to fossil-based materials. At CIDPEX in China, Techtextil in Frankfurt, and INDEX in Geneva, Lenzing demonstrated how its fiber portfolio and LENZING Nonwoven Technology (LNT) enable ready-for-market solutions for hygiene, wipes, and technical nonwovens.
A key highlight was the recognition of LENZING DualWipe with the INDEX Award in the Nonwovens Roll Goods category at INDEX 2026 in Geneva. This innovative wipe, enabled by LNT, integrates two functional surfaces: an abrasive side for effective dirt removal and a soft, highly absorbent side for finishing. It contains no synthetic fibers, binders, or finishing chemicals, eliminating the risk of microplastic shedding associated with conventional synthetic wipes. The award underscores the relevance of cellulose-based, fossil-free technologies for the industry's future.
At CIDPEX 2026 in Nanjing, the world's largest exhibition for tissue and disposable hygiene products, Lenzing strengthened its regional presence in Asia and increased visibility for VEOCEL branded fibers, particularly for absorbent hygiene and wipes applications. At Techtextil and INDEX, interactive touch-and-feel stations allowed visitors to experience the performance and versatility of Lenzing's cellulosic nonwoven solutions.
Patricia Sargeant, Executive Vice President Commercial Nonwovens at Lenzing Group, noted that the INDEX Award underlines the relevance of cellulose-based technologies. With LNT, Lenzing provides a scalable, high-performance alternative to fossil-based materials, combining renewable raw materials with advanced fiber and web technologies. This supports customers in meeting regulatory, brand, and consumer expectations and enables the industry's transition toward more sustainable products.
Lenzing's nonwovens solutions align with the EU Bioeconomy Strategy, which emphasizes bio-based materials to reduce dependence on fossil resources and strengthen sustainable industrial value chains. Lenzing translates these ambitions into industrial-scale solutions available for applications in hygiene, wipes, and technical nonwovens.
Across all fairs, Lenzing demonstrated how its fibers and technologies add value to diverse end applications, focusing on absorbent hygiene products and advanced nonwoven solutions. By combining fiber innovation, application expertise, and close collaboration along the value chain, Lenzing positions itself as an innovation partner to the global nonwovens industry.
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