Collaboration in innovative networks

Hohenstein is an active member of various innovation networks.

Exciting projects, valuable insights: our involvement in international networks helps us to continuously expand our knowledge and actively participate in shaping the industry.

Learn more about some of these networks below:

Global Textile Scheme

Global Textile Scheme GmbH (GTS) offers an international standard for the handling of structured product data in the textile and clothing industry as part of the “GTS Industry Initiative”. The aim is to harmonise and automate the exchange of data along the entire supply chain, thereby creating the basis for a functioning circular economy.

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sizekick

Sizekick enables online shoppers to find the right clothing size in just a few seconds using their smartphone. This not only improves the online shopping experience, but also helps to avoid unnecessary returns and the associated CO2 emissions.

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Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC)

ZDHC's mission is to advance towards zero discharge of hazardous chemicals in the textile, leather and footwear value chain to improve the environment and people's well being. Their mission is widespread implementation of sustainable chemistry and best practices to protect consumers, workers and the environment.

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Forschungskuratorium Textil e.V.

This Berlin-based institution is a member of the German Association of Industrial Research Organizations (AiF) and coordinates the Industrial Collective Research (IGF) program in its role as the umbrella brand for textile research in Germany.

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innBW

Innovationsallianz Baden-Württemberg (Baden-Württemberg innovation alliance) is an alliance of 13 independent research institutes that carry out applied, result-based research in important pioneering fields.

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AFBW

The AFBW (Allianz faserbasierte Werkstoffe Baden-Württemberg) connects science and economics, people and markets, technologies and fields of application – from the fiber to the finished product.

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BIOPRO

BIOPRO Baden-Württemberg is the regional association for bio-economy, bio-technology, the pharmaceutical industry and medical technology (healthcare industry) in the state of Baden-Württemberg in Germany.

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BioRegio STERN

BioRegio STERN Management GmbH is the central point of contact for life sciences companies in the regions of Stuttgart and Neckar-Alb in Germany, and for anyone interested in starting a business in the fields of bio-technology and medical technology.

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Fachverband Hanftextilien e. V.

The trade association is committed to a sustainable, environmentally friendly future by leveraging the diverse potential of hemp fibres. Hemp offers an excellent alternative to conventional raw materials as it is resource-saving, biodegradable and extremely versatile. From clothing to home textiles to innovative technical applications - hemp is the solution for sustainable textile production.

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Partners and collaborations