Haelixa has partnered with Swiss-Italian firm Trudel to provide traceability and transparency in the production of sustainable organic and recycled silk products.

Silk is one of the finest and smoothest fabrics and to create the best quality, the conditions for mulberry cultivation must be up to the highest standards. A healthy micro-ecosystem in the fields translates to top-grade silk cocoon quality and this is the environment Trudel has created for the vertical integration of its business.  

Transparency at every stage of the process, however, can only be accomplished through the active involvement and visible cooperation of all market players. These include farmers, reeling mills, twisting/spinning mills, weaving mills, dyeing and printing mills and brands.

“Trudel’s partnership with Haelixa is a milestone,” said Riccardo Pfenninger-Fabro, president of Trudel. “Ensuring full traceability and transparency along the whole silk production chain is a key requirement for our customers and their consumers. I am delighted that our strong commitment is finally paying off, allowing us to offer unique silk products exclusively to the fashion industry.”

DNA markers

As the demand for validation of the silk value chain increases, Haelixa and Trudel have partnered with groups from Italy and Asia to develop a unique solution that uses DNA markers to trace the entire supply chain of silk production. This approach ensures each silk product’s ethical sourcing.

The partnership is a significant step towards promoting best practices for luxury brands. By providing full traceability, consumers can make informed choices about the products they purchase while supporting companies like Trudel and highlighting ethical supply chains.

The silk fibres used in Trudel’s spun silk yarns are marked with a specific DNA per each farm set and throughout the supply chain, samples of yarn, fabrics and finished products undergo testing to verify the presence of the original silk fibres. Based on the reporting, the brand can trace the finished accessories or garments to Trudel.

“The work with Trudel represents a significant step in the provenance of its silk,” said Gediminas Mikutis, CTO of Haelixa. “Trudel’s deep know-how of the silk value chains and commitment is driving the future of the silk industry. Using Haelixa’s advanced solution, Trudel provides consumers with detailed information about the origin and circularity of the silk they purchase.”

Trudel premium quality silk products are certified by GOTS, GRS and WFTO. The company has been in the business for over a century and established long-standing partnerships in Asia and Europe, which ensure full traceability and premium quality from the Mulberry tree to the finished product.

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