On June 10th, 2024, Vienna Textile Lab made a significant impact at ACHEMA in Frankfurt, the world-renowned forum for the process industries.
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
Business Angel Summit 2024: A Summit for Innovation and Collaboration
The Business Angel Summit Kitzbühel has established itself as one of Austria’s premier events, uniting visionary entrepreneurs with seasoned investors in the idyllic setting of the Austrian Alps. On July 4, 2024, Vienna Textile Lab (VTL) had the privilege of being part of this exclusive gathering, an opportunity that underscored our commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Where we went in summer…
As the vibrant hues of summer began to paint the city of Helsinki, the University of Helsinki played host to an equally colourful and inspiring event—BioColours 2024. From June 4th to 7th, this conference brought together a diverse group of researchers, companies, and stakeholders, all united by a shared passion for sustainable, biobased colours.
Press Release
Vienna Textile Lab, a startup specializing in microbial dyes and pigments, has been selected for the New European Bauhaus (NEB) innovative Catalyse program by the EIT Community. It aligns with Vienna Textile Lab’s mission of creating a positive impact through sustainability, social innovation, aesthetics, and the production of biobased, safe, and high-performance textile dyes and pigments.
Press Release
Biowoolness. A European bio-color creation lab.
The awarded project is a partnership between Pinkponilo and Vienna Textile Lab.
Symposium Textilland Niederösterreich
From university researchers to museum curators, from small-scale artisans to therapists and archivists, the symposium showcased Austria’s vibrant textile community. One standout presentation was by Josef Koó, whose passionate discussion on Blaudruck left a lasting impression on everyone present. The traditional “Schurz,” a garment deeply ingrained in Austrian culture, was a poignant reminder of the country’s textile legacy.
Sustainability in Education: Empowering Change from School to Fashion Industry
This blog post explores the significance of art and work pedagogy in promoting sustainable practices and highlights the inspiring contributions of experts in various fields.
Press Release
On 2nd of June 2023, the opening ceremony of the Christian Doppler Laboratory for Cellulose High-Tech Materials at the Universitäts- und Forschungszentrum Tulln (UFT Tulln) took place.
SDGs and Colour
The SDGs are essential for creating a more sustainable and equitable fashion industry, as they provide a framework for action and a roadmap for sustainable development.
BIG Bio Project Start – Bioeconomy Research and Practice Combined
Learn about the FFG Innovationcamp BIG Bio, a new project aimed at promoting sustainable innovations with bio-based materials through knowledge transfer between scientific and industrial partners. Follow our journey for the next two years as we collaborate to achieve the common goal of sustainable development.