At the 3rd NTMT Bio-Based Textile New Material Summit, held on May 27, 2025, at the Shanghai Star River Hotel, Nextevo delivered a bold message: fashion can be sustainable, and it can start with pineapple leaves. The summit, organised by NTMT, brought together industry leaders to discuss advancements in bio-based innovation and explore the future of eco-friendly textiles.
Reimagining Waste into Value
Every year, 12 million tons of pineapple leaves are discarded globally, creating massive agricultural waste and pollution. At Nextevo, we are flipping that waste into value – transforming these agricultural by-products into high-performance, eco-conscious fashion materials. This approach not only reduces agricultural waste but also provides an eco-friendly alternative to traditional textiles.
During her keynote speech titled “From Farms to Innovative Materials: How Pineapple Leaf Fiber Helps Build a Greener Textile Future,” Nextevo China representative Ms Lucia Chen highlighted the fiber’s key strengths: durability, breathability, moisture absorption, antibacterial properties, complete biodegradability, and absence of harmful chemicals. The fiber’s lightweight and customisable length make it suitable for blending with cotton and recycled materials, allowing for versatile textile design.
Building a Resilient Green Supply Chain
Nextevo’s innovation extends beyond materials. The company has developed a vertically integrated supply chain linking farms, fiber production, and distribution. By sourcing raw materials from multiple locations, Nextevo minimises supply risks caused by climate variability and ensures stable, scalable production.
“Our system is designed not only to deliver performance but also to reduce volatility and support long-term sustainability,” said Lucia.
Through our two product brands – EvoFiber™ and Green888™, Nextevo empowers partners to tell their sustainability story. Participation in global media and industry networks further amplifies its message and impact.
Leading the Shift Toward Sustainable Fashion
Nextevo’s pineapple leaf fibers are OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified, assuring consumers that our products are free from harmful substances, fostering trust and confidence in our brand. It enhances our competitiveness in the market by meeting the growing demand for safe, eco-friendly materials, thereby setting us apart from our competitors. By replacing resource-intensive materials such as conventional cotton with pineapple leaf fiber, the company is helping reduce fashion’s environmental footprint.
With innovation rooted in sustainability, Nextevo is proving that the future of textiles can be green, resilient, and performance-driven—starting with the leaf.
