The seminar shed light on the crucial theme, "Sustainability Solution: Modular Control on Input, Process, and Output." Organized by #Testex, the seminar brought together industry experts and thought leaders to explore innovative approaches toward achieving sustainability goals in the textile supply chain.
The seminar commenced with impactful opening remarks by Liliek Setiawan, Chairman of #API Central Java. Setiawan addressed the pressing challenges within Indonesia's textile industry and emphasizing the nation's potential to emerge as a global player. A significant focal point was the imperative shift from #fastfashion to #sustainablefashion , with a spotlight on the growing importance of sustainable and customized production in the apparel and manufacturing sector.
Jean-Pierre Haug, COO of Testex, delved into the intricacies of Oeko-Tex certification processes along the textile value chain. From #Standard100 to #DetoxToZero, and the #EcoPassport for textile chemicals, colorants, and auxiliaries, the comprehensive session explored various certification avenues. Notably, Dr. Haug introduced the #Oekotex #MadeinGreen, an accolade awarded to consumer textile products crafted in environmentally friendly facilities, ensuring safe and socially responsible workplaces.
A critical aspect of the seminar was the exploration of the relationship between OEKO-TEX® and ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals). Attendees gained insights into how Oeko-Tex and #ZDHC MRSL align to protect the environment, highlighting the industry's commitment to responsible and sustainable practices.
Basrie Kamba, Chairman of Rantai Tekstil Lestari, emphasized the collaborative efforts required to enhance sustainability in the textile and fashion industry. Kamba stated, "Sustainable processes in the textile and fashion industry are no longer an option; we can't do business if the planet is in distress." Recognizing the need for certification and standardization to drive industry-wide transformation, Kamba underscored the collective responsibility to secure the future of the textile market and the well-being of our planet.
The Testex Seminar in Semarang served as a pivotal platform for exchanging knowledge and fostering a collective commitment to sustainable practices in the textile industry. The insights gained from industry leaders and experts will undoubtedly shape our approach to textile manufacturing, steering us towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious future.
