Century Enka Limited Unveils NUENYL – India’s First Chemically Recycled Nylon Yarn at Fibers & Yarns Exhibition 2026
Marking a significant milestone in India’s textile innovation journey, Century Enka Limited proudly announced the launch of NUENYL, India’s first chemically recycled nylon yarn, at the prestigious Fibers & Yarns Exhibition 2026 (Tecoya).
The unveiling of NUENYL represents a bold step forward in redefining sustainability within the textile industry, reinforcing Century Enka’s commitment to innovation, circularity, and responsible manufacturing.
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Mr Suresh Sodani
Managing Director & CEO,
Century Enka Limited
Speaking at the launch, Mr Suresh Sodani, Managing Director & CEO, Century Enka Limited, stated: “NUENYL is not just a product innovation, it is a strategic shift towards the future of textiles. As global demand accelerates for sustainable alternatives, we are proud to introduce India’s first chemically recycled nylon yarn that aligns with evolving environmental standards while delivering uncompromised performance and quality. This launch reinforces our vision to lead the transition towards a circular textile economy.”
The product received strong interest and appreciation from industry stakeholders, brands, and value chain partners at the exhibition, highlighting the growing demand for environmentally responsible materials.
Mr Sanjay Mehrotra, Joint President, Head – Sales & Marketing, Textiles, added
“With NUENYL, we are addressing a critical gap in the market. Today, brands are actively seeking recycled solutions that are credible, scalable, and deliver consistent quality and high performance. NUENYL delivers on all these expectations, seamlessly combining sustainability with reliability, making it a future-ready choice for both domestic and global customers.
Produced using advanced chemical recycling technology, NUENYL offers quality that is very close to virgin material, without compromising on performance. This makes it ideally suited for high-end functional wear and athleisure applications, where durability, consistency, and comfort are essential.
This launch marks just the beginning of a larger transformation journey for us as we continue to innovate and drive meaningful change in sustainable textiles”.
A Step towards Circular Fashion
NUENYL is designed to support the textile industry’s transition towards circularity and reduced environmental impact, offering:
- Reduced dependence on virgin raw materials
- Lower environmental footprint
- Alignment with global sustainability goals and compliance standards
- High-quality performance suitable for diverse textile applications
The launch positions Century Enka Limited at the forefront of sustainable yarn innovation in India, strengthening its role as a trusted partner for brands committed to responsible sourcing.
Industry Impact & Future Outlook
As regulatory pressures and consumer awareness around sustainability continue to rise globally, NUENYL is expected to play a pivotal role in enabling brands to meet their ESG commitments and sustainability targets.
The successful showcase at Fibers & Yarns Exhibition 2026 underscores the industry’s readiness to embrace next-generation materials that balance performance, scalability, and sustainability.