Partnerships connecting EU and Indian SMEs in Textile Waste, Circularity, & Sustainability

Through its Circular Innovation Cohort Accelerator Program, GBI is proud to connect 4 innovative textile waste, circularity and sustainability related SMEs to the EU and Global markets.

1. KOSHA.ai - AI and IoT based textile segregation and traceability solutions that are rapid, portable, and non-destructive. This innovative approach utilizes advanced optical sorting technology  for accurate material identification, distinguishing between visually similar but compositionally different textiles. (Looking for pilot projects in textile segregation and sorting, or traceability in manufacturing)

2. I Was A Sari - A circular fashion label that is committed to zero waste. The brand works with pre-loved saris and fabric dead-stock to create contemporary ready-to-wear & accessories with the help of female artisans in India. Each piece is handcrafted and unique as it comes from existing materials. (Looking for distributors/sustainability marketplaces and also sustainable corporate gifting opportunities)

3. Kadam Haat - Kadam Haat aims to bring sustainable, natural fibre based home decor, dining and lifestyle products to 10 million homes. Our mission is to empower 1million artisans with knowledge of contemporary designs and access to product development skills that match international standards across India. (Looking for distributors/sustainability marketplaces and also sustainable corporate gifting opportunities)

4.Banofi - Plant-based leather from banana crop waste. Banofi Leather's mission is to protect our only planet, by creating a sustainable alternative for materials of today. We believe that fashion should be guilt and cruelty-free. So, we dedicated ourselves to creating Banofi, which looks, feels, and smells like traditional leather, but is vegan, sustainable and made from upcycled crop waste. (Looking for pilot projects, supply agreements for leather accessories and apparel)