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WRA Emerges as Innovation Hub at Bharat Tex 2026
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Author: WRA Team
The Wool Research Association (WRA), Thane, participated in Bharat Tex 2026 (14–17 July) at Bharatmandapam, New Delhi, showcasing its research, innovation and technical capabilities. It emerged as a major innovation hub with strong international and industry interest in research, testing, product development and commercial scaling.
Key highlights included:
- Australian and New Zealand wool-sector delegations expressing interest in MoUs for collaborative research, technology exchange and value-added wool products.
- Strong interest in wool-based technical textiles and Sportech, featuring eco-friendly herbal moth-proofing, agro-mulch, building/acoustic insulation panels, wool denim and other value-added products, underscoring WRA’s leadership in converting Indian coarse wool into sustainable high-value applications.
- Attention to its pilot plant for braiding, twisting and high-performance ropes for sports, industrial safety, defence and technical uses.
- Showcase of NABL-accredited testing, certification and ecological assessment facilities covering physical, chemical, comfort, thermal, performance and functional testing for quality, safety, sustainability and global compliance.