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Teijin Aramid is partnering with ICF Mercantile

Teijin Aramid is delighted to announce a strategic marketing and distribution partnership with ICF Mercantile, LLC. This collaboration aims to expand the reach of Teijin Aramid's lightweight industrial Technora® yarns, specifically for non-implantable medical devices.

ICF Mercantile, LLC is renowned for being a premier provider of performance fibers to the medical device industry, offering comprehensive services including technical fiber and yarn solutions, product development, manufacturing capabilities, and distribution. Their state-of-the-art technical textile manufacturing facility, located in New Jersey, services customers in domestic and global markets.

This partnership between Teijin Aramid and ICF Mercantile, LLC brings together two industry leaders dedicated to delivering high-quality performance products. For more information about ICF Mercantile, LLC, please click here.

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Twaron Next® helps power Brunel Solar Team 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge win

The Brunel Solar Team has won the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. The car ran on Bridgestone solar car tires with its ENLITEN™ technology, which included belt reinforcement made with Twaron Next® supplied by Teijin Aramid.

28 August, 2025

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ISCC PLUS Certification Achieved for Twaron®

Teijin Aramid’s Twaron® production process is now ISCC PLUS certified, placing us among the frontrunners in sustainable manufacturing.

18 August, 2025

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Leadership Transition at Teijin Aramid

Peter ter Horst will step down as Chief Executive Officer at the end of 2025, after 19 years of dedicated service. Effective October 1, 2025, Taiichi Machida will take over as CEO.

18 August, 2025

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Fire Incident at Teijin Aramid’s Delfzijl Site – Situation Under Control

A fire was reported in a building of our Delfzijl production site. Thanks to the rapid and coordinated efforts of regional fire brigades and site emergency teams, the fire was brought under control.

7 August, 2025

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Sustainability Report 2024

Read our 2024 Sustainability Report to see our progress on circular products, emissions reduction, and supply chain collaboration.

6 June, 2025

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Twaron® by Teijin Aramid powers new Bridgestone’s solar car tire

Find out how Twaron® with circular content is fueling our collaboration with Bridgestone and the Brunel Solar Team.

5 June, 2025

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Shaping safety, improving standards

We drive industry standards through active participation in regulatory committees, ensuring safety, quality, and high-performance solutions across life protection, aerospace, and industrial applications. Find out more.

3 April, 2025

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Interview about Twaron® at Tire Technology Expo 2025

At the 2025 Tire Tech Expo, Tony Mathew, Global Market Manager Tires, was interviewed on how Twaron® is driving the future of UHP tires. Watch the full interview here.

20 March, 2025

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Strengthening global leadership for customer success

Discover how Teijin Aramid's newly appointed regional leaders are enhancing customer relationships and driving growth worldwide. Read more about their vision and impact.

14 February, 2025

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Teijin Aramid adapts its organization to a changing market

Teijin Aramid has announced improvement measures in response to market conditions, aiming to streamline operations, enhance cost-effectiveness, and secure a healthy future in the Netherlands.

27 November, 2024

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Advancing sustainability of optical fibers and cables

Together with our valued partners Borealis, Covestro, Heraeus, Nextrom, and Umicore, we are pleased to announce the launch of the Sustainable Optical Fiber and Cable Industry Alliance (SOFIA), an initiative to promote sustainability in the optical fiber and cable sector.

17 September, 2024

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Transforming Safety Gear: partnership with True North + DragonWear

Explore our partnership with True North + DragonWear to revolutionize safety gear for heroes. Learn how innovative materials and real-world testing are setting new standards in protection and performance for emergency responders.

30 August 2024

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Sustainability Report 2023

Read our latest Sustainability Report and learn about our progress towards achieving carbon neutrality, 'close to zero' waste, and full circularity well before 2050.

22 May, 2024

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Teijin Aramid and Mallinda pioneer composite recycling

Discover how Teijin Aramid and Mallinda's partnership has led to a breakthrough in the recycling of aerospace composites, allowing for the recovery of Twaron® and resin systems.

21 May, 2024

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Forging the Future of Firefighting

Discover how the partnership between GoodPRO and Teijin Aramid is raising the bar in firefighter safety with high-tech garments made from Twaron® and Teijinconex® fibers.

29 April, 2024

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Teijin Aramid achieves EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability

Teijin Aramid has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal, recognizing exceptional environmental, ethical, and social practices.

11 April, 2024

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Teijin Aramid wins Innovation Award for Twaron® with recycled content

Teijin Aramid has been honored with the Tire Technology International Materials Innovation of the Year Award. This prestigious award is voted on by a panel of over 25 tire industry experts and recognizes industry-leading advancements.

20 March, 2024

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Teijin Aramid and FibreMax Drive Floating Wind Innovation

In a stride towards sustainable energy, Teijin Aramid and FibreMax have secured a €4 million subsidy from the Just Transition Fund Groningen-Emmen (JTF) for our groundbreaking Floating Wind project. This initiative marks a significant advancement in renewable energy.

21 February, 2024

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Advancing Textile Sustainability: partnership with TPACC

We are thrilled to announce our support of the Textile Protection and Comfort Center (TPACC) based at the esteemed Wilson College of Textiles at North Carolina State University.

5 December, 2023

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Sustainability Industry Challenge 2023

Teijin Aramid joins the Sustainable Industry Challenge, pursuing circular solutions for aramid materials.

17 November, 2023

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Expanding color possibilities with dope-dyed fibers

Read how Teijin Aramid’s dope-dyed Teijinconex® technology provides a more environmentally friendly, expanded color range for vibrant protective apparel.

22 Sept, 2023

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Teijin Aramid secures 2023 Trees for All certificate

Teijin Aramid earns a new Trees for All certificate in 2023, underlining shared commitment to environmental sustainability.

21 Sept, 2023

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Peter ter Horst, CEO of Teijin Aramid, joins the VNCI Board

On September 11, 2023 the members of VNCI appointed Peter ter Horst as a board member.

19 Sept, 2023

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Industrial-Scale Production of Recycled Twaron®

Teijin Aramid pioneers the first industrial-scale production of Twaron® using recycled material, maintaining its renowned strength and durability, and marking a significant step towards circular production.

16 June, 2023