RIL Organises R|Elan ‘Fabric Innovation Meet’ In Bhiwandi
Reliance Industries’ fabric brand, R|Elan recently hosted its ‘Fabric Innovation Meet’ in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, which was attended by over 100 fabric manufacturers, designers, and trade dignitaries.
The highlight of this collaboration was the unveiling of R|Elan fabric innovations, meticulously crafted to meet the dynamic needs of today’s consumers.
“Featuring a diverse range of fabrics that redefine style and creativity, the event showcased the relentless pursuit of innovation in the textile industry,” RIL said in a press release.
J Raghunath, Filament SBU Head, RIL, emphasised the importance of continuous innovation and outlined the industry’s near and long-term growth perspectives.
“Polyester is the fibre of choice in the textile industry, offering unparalleled availability, versatility, and quality,” he said.
“As Reliance continues to expand its polyester capacity, our focus remains on enhancing specialty and differentiated products,” Raghunath added.
Raghunath urged Bhiwandi to transition from a commodity-oriented approach to specialty fabric production.
He advocated for the adoption of staple fibres and filament yarns from the R|Elan range, signaling a pivotal opportunity for the region to lead in textile innovation.
Fabrics showcased at the event, included R|Elan GreenGold and R|Elan EcoGold from the sustainability range, and R|Elan Kooltex and R|Elan FeelFresh from the performance range.
They also included R|Elan FreeFlow and R|Elan SuperFeel from the aesthetics range all of which underscored R|Elan’s commitment to eco-friendly textiles.
“These fabrics not only embody sustainability but also incorporate cutting-edge functionality, meeting the growing demand for high-performance apparel,” the press release added.
R|Elan represents the next generation of fabrics, engineered from specially crafted fibres and yarns using advanced technological expertise and RIL’s robust R&D and testing systems.