Nuyarn® Receives 2026 Performance Days Wool Award for Innovative Open-Net Fabric Construction
Developed with Takisada Corporation, the open-net construction uses Nuyarn® performance wool technology to enhance breathability and moisture management across activewear applications.
Nuyarn® Technologies has received the 2026 Performance Days Award for innovative fabrics, recognising its open-net fabric construction developed using performance wool technology. Announced on November 5, 2026, the award highlights the company's work in advancing natural performance fabrics for activewear and other applications.
Developed alongside Takisada Corporation, the technology focuses on breathability and moisture management while maintaining the durability, elasticity and thermoregulation required in performance apparel.
Nuyarn® Recognised for Performance Wool Innovation
The award recognises Nuyarn® Technologies' open-net construction, which applies its performance wool technology to develop fabrics with enhanced breathability and moisture management.
The construction is designed to manage moisture at the vapour stage, supporting airflow and moisture control during physical activity. The technology is intended for a range of applications, including ultralight summer endurance apparel and high-output alpine base layers.
Collaboration with Takisada Corporation
The development was carried out alongside Takisada Corporation. The partnership brings together fabric development and Nuyarn® technology to explore new applications for natural performance fibres.
Commenting on the recognition, Andy Wynne, CEO of Nuyarn®, said:
“This award reflects our ongoing drive to push the boundaries of performance textiles. Alongside our partners at Takisada Corporation, it demonstrates what’s possible when continuous innovation, fabric development, and strong partnerships come together,”
Expanding Applications for Natural Performance Fabrics
Nuyarn® technology enables brand partners to incorporate sustainable natural fibres into performance apparel without compromising key functional properties.
The technology is designed to retain:
- Breathability: Supports airflow through the open-net construction.
- Moisture management: Manages moisture at the vapour stage.
- Durability: Maintains fabric strength for performance applications.
- Elasticity: Supports flexibility and movement.
- Thermoregulation: Helps meet temperature-management requirements in activewear.
Potential applications range from lightweight summer endurance clothing to alpine base layers designed for high-output activities.
The recognition adds to developments in natural-fibre performance technologies for the activewear and outdoor apparel sectors.