Innovating for a sustainable future
The R&D team for fibres, nonwovens and advanced materials
Polymers : Fibres : Nonwovens : Product DEVELOPMENT
WHY NIRI
“We provide unrivalled product development for fibres, nonwovens and advanced materials to help companies grow their business.”
Our solutions
Product Development
Flexible, technically-led development across fibres, nonwovens and advanced materials — from first concept through to commercial reality.
Combining deep materials science with commercial pragmatism to de-risk innovation at every stage.
Market & Application Development
We help clients identify and unlock new opportunities for their materials — from competitor analysis to route-to-market strategy.
Turning technical capability into commercial advantage across new and existing markets.
Supply Chain & Manufacturing Support
We work alongside your team to optimise processes, troubleshoot production and scale from prototype to full manufacture.
Practical, on-the-ground support that bridges the gap between the lab and the factory floor.
FACILITIES
Complete pilot-scale prototyping and analytical facilities
NIRI can prototype both nonwoven fabrics and products containing nonwovens.
Accelerating innovation
Each project builds on the last — moving from concept to commercial product faster with every engagement.
Expanding capability
Custom development, analytical testing and scientific advisory, extended as your needs evolve.
Scaling with confidence
From prototype to full manufacture, we optimise processes and de-risk every step.
EXPERTISE
Our textile scientists and engineers can enhance product performance and accelerate innovation through product development for fibres, nonwovens and advanced materials
RESPONSIBLE AND SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
NIRI is at the forefront of sustainable innovation
To address the needs of our clients we develop biopolymers, natural and regenerated natural materials, and biodegradable, marine-degradable, compostable and recyclable products
Industries we serve
Trusted across a broad range of sectors
Latest insights
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Nonwoven Margin Improvement: A Practical 5-step Roadmap
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Let’s work together
Tell us about your project and our team will be in touch to discuss how we can help turn your ideas into commercially viable reality.