Hygienix™ 2025: Sustainability & Next-Gen Hygiene Innovations

INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has announced the full program for Hygienix™ 2025, the leading event for the absorbent hygiene and personal care sector, scheduled for November 17–20 at the Omni Orlando ChampionsGate, FL. Attendees can now access the entire agenda on the official Hygienix website.

Hygienix™ 2025 will gather industry leaders from around the world to examine the key trends shaping the absorbent hygiene market, including advancements in sustainability, regulatory developments, and next-generation product innovations.

Matt O’Sickey, PhD, INDA Director of Education & Technical Affairs, stated, “Having attended every Hygienix since its inception, I have always valued the chance to meet both suppliers and customers in a single venue. Bringing my technical and commercial teams allowed us to make quick decisions, accelerating projects, improving market speed, increasing our hit rate, and boosting ROI. With INDA, the provision of actionable market and technical content alongside critical supply chain connections remains invaluable. Hygienix is an intense but rewarding experience.”

Program Highlights

Pre-Conference Workshops – Monday, November 17

Fundamentals of Absorption Systems and Opportunities in Adult Incontinence – Jim Robinson, Principal, Absorbent Hygiene Insights, LLC
Innovations in Menstrual Care – Heidi Beatty, CEO, Crown Abbey, LLC
Baby and Infant Care Market Dynamics – Irene Richer, Director of Laboratory Operations, and Jacobo Levin, R&D & Quality Control Manager, Diaper Testing International

Additional networking opportunities include:

Lunch Around with Olivia Ahn, MD, Co-Founder, Planera, sharing her start-up journey
Women in Nonwovens (WiN) Luncheon promoting mentorship and leadership
Lightning Talks – quick 5-minute exhibitor presentations
Evening receptions and exhibits showcasing top suppliers
Welcome reception to kick off the event in an informal setting

Presentation Highlights

Absorbent Hygiene Insights, LLC – “Dragging Innovation Down: The Impact of Outdated Tests”
BAHP – “Misleading Studies, State Legislatures, and the FDA – Navigating the Evolving Landscape”
Cycleology, LLC – “More Than a Cycle: What Clinicians and Menstruators Want You to Know”
Euromonitor International – “Unpack the Transformative Forces in the Global Disposable Hygiene Industry”
The Glory Group – “Paws, Pads, and Performance: The Role of Nonwovens in Pet Care Innovation”
Handas Consulting – “Africa’s Circular Hygiene Revolution: Africa’s Emerging Role in Sustainability”
INDA – “Unpacking U.S. Absorbent Hygiene Regulations at State and Federal Levels”
Kuraray Europe GmbH – “Fewer Pressure Points, More Comfort: Elastic Solutions for Modern Baby Diapers”
Lenzing AG – “Unleashing Cellulosic Possibilities: Toward Sustainable Hygiene Solutions”
Mewalii ApS – “Why Choose Hemp in Sanitary Pads? Benefits for Body & Climate”
MyMicrobiome GmbH – “Introducing the New Eczema Standard: Microbiome-Friendly Product Testing”

Panel discussions include:

AbHy Construction with Non-Traditional Inputs
Private Label as a Growth Engine
The Illusion vs Reality of AHP Entrepreneurship – Overcoming Start-Up Hurdles

Other topics covered:

PFAS Contaminants in Feminine Hygiene Products – ProVerde Environmental
Growth Strategies in a Volatile Market – Price Hanna Consultants
PBAT for AHP Applications – SK Leaveo Co., Ltd. / Davies Advisors
Transforming Feminine Care Packaging – SmartSolve
Sustainable Absorbency – Soane Materials
Entrepreneurship in Women’s Health – SPARK Solutions for Growth
Innovations in Diaper Top and Back Sheets – Trützschler Nonwovens GmbH
Comfort Case Studies – Woolchemy NZ

Hygienix Innovation Award™
The Hygienix Innovation Award™ celebrates the most impactful absorbent hygiene technology each year. Finalists present on Tuesday, November 18, with the winner announced during the closing session on Thursday, November 20. Nominations are open until September 15 via the INDA website. Last year’s winner, HIRO Technologies, Inc., gained international acclaim for the World’s First MycoDigestable Diaper, integrating plastic-eating mushrooms in a safe, consumer-friendly design.

For details on the full program, registration, sponsorships, and exhibitor information, visit: https://www.hygienix.org/