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Frontrunner for nonwovens innovation and sustainabilitySuominen manufactures nonwovens as roll goods for wipes and other applications. The end products made of Suominen’s nonwovens are present in people’s daily life worldwide. Suominen’s net sales in 2023 were EUR 450.9 million and we have nearly 700 professionals working in Europe and in the Americas. Sustainability is at the core of our strategy and business. Our vision is to be the frontrunner in nonwovens innovation and sustainability. Learn more
BIOLACE® ZeroBIOLACE® Zero is our first product with financial climate contribution, meaning that the nonwoven has net zero greenhouse gas emissions from the raw material production to the customer’s production facility. BIOLACE® Zero is made of 100% cellulosic lyocell fibers and is a part of Suominen's sustainable product portfolio. The product is 100% biodegradable, compostable and plastic free. BIOLACE® Zero is very strong and has excellent absorption and lotion release properties. It can be used for a wide range of wiping applications, including baby, personal care and household wipes. It’s certified according to STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®. FSC® and PEFC™ certifications are available on request. Learn more
Sustainable raw materialsSustainability is acknowledged throughout our supply chain from the selection and production of raw materials to the nonwoven production. Suominen produces nonwovens from sustainable raw materials such as pulp, viscose and lyocell. Suominen collaborates with Lenzing to reduce climate impact of its nonwovens. Lenzing's VEOCEL™ Lyocell fibers that are certified as carbon neutral by ClimatePartner are available for Suominen's products. For example, Suominen's BIOLACE® Zero is made of 100% VEOCEL™ Lyocell fibers which are certified as carbon neutral. This means that their carbon emissions have been calculated, reduced and offset through certified carbon offset projects. Additionally, other products made of VEOCEL™ Lyocell fibers are available at all Suominen's European sites Learn more
Suominen’s climate workSustainability is at the core of our strategy. Our sustainability agenda focuses on four themes, People and safety, Sustainable nonwovens, Low impact manufacturing and Corporate citizenship. Our target is a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions per ton of product by 2025 compared to the baseline year 2019. In 2024, 4 out of 7 production sites are operating with fossil-free electricity and our site in Spain is producing its own electricity with solar panels. Learn more