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ARCHROMA WINS FOR SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION AND COMMUNITYENGAGEMENT AT THE 2024 JUST STYLE EXCELLENCE AWARDSPratteln, Switzerland, June 25, 2024 - Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals
towards sustainable solutions, has won major awards in two categories at the Just Style
2024 Excellence Awards. It took home two coveted Innovation Excellence awards for its
groundbreaking SUPER SYSTEMS+ solutions and AVICUERO ® leather tanning process,as well as a Social Excellence award for its longstanding and holistic commitment tocommunity engagement in Baroda, India.
The awards recognize how Archroma is driving change with innovations that advancesustainability and through initiatives that contribute to the socio-economic progress ofcommunities near to its Baroda manufacturing plant.
“As an industry leader working with textile and fashion brands and suppliers worldwide, welike to say that Archroma touches and colors people’s lives every day —and we are very
aware that this creates a huge responsibility,” Paul Cowell, Vice President of Innovation,Marketing, Brands & Sustainability, Archroma Textile Effects, said. “We are honored to berecognized in the Just Style Excellence Awards, and we remain committed to people centered sustainability under our PLANET CONSCIOUS+ vision of the future .”Innovation Awards for Sustainability Breakthroughs
Archroma was recognized for advancing sustainable manufacturing in two Just Style
Excellence Awards for Innovation.
SUPER SYSTEMS+ is a comprehensive suite of solutions that addresses the textile
industry's key challenges, including water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions,circularity, chemical management and compliance.
By providing end-to-end, fiber-specific solutions that enhance process efficiency and offer
intelligent effects, SUPER SYSTEMS+ enables mills and brands to meet their sustainability
targets as well as consumer demand for durable products with enhanced func tionality andsustainability. With end-to-end solutions from pre-treatment to finishing, SUPERSYSTEMS+ can be deployed without additional investment. With future compliance inmind, the solutions also go beyond current regulations and industry standards t o anticipate
upcoming restrictions.

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Archroma’s revolutionary AVICUERO ® is a system for sustainable leather tanning anddyeing. Developed in collaboration with UK-based leather technology expert Dr Leather, itis both chrome- and metal-free and yet maintains the quality and performance of traditionaltanning methods. Tanners enjoy shorter processing times, eliminate the pickling process
and reduce salt usage, leading to lower pollution effluent discharge loads. In addition,
AVICUERO ® can offer energy savings of up to 25% and CO 2 emissions reductions of up to
23% compared to traditional chrome tanning.
Archroma is working with TRUMPLER, a leader in leather production, to bring the cost efficient process to the leather industry worldwide.
Social Award for Community Engagement
Archroma has also been recognized for the positive impact it is having on communities inthe vicinity of Baroda through multifaceted initiatives that span early childhood
development, student scholarships, agricultural education and the empowerment ofwomen.
Archroma recently set up an Anganwadi Centre to provide a range of services in thecommunity, including nutrition and health education and pre-school learning. It also runs ascholarship program for students in vocational training, helping to create a skil led talentpool for the region. Archroma is also collaborating with a local NGO to empower farmers
with modern agricultural methods and insights.
The building of a Household Biogas Plant in Umraya village is another example ofArchroma's sustainable initiatives. The conversion of manure into clean renewable energy
by the plant tackles several issues, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions andenhancing soil health. It also liberates rural women from the burden of sourcing
conventional fuel sources and the health risks associated with burning dung cakes for fuel.
The Just Style Excellence Awards celebrate the top achievements and innovations in theglobal textile and apparel sector to encourage companies to pursue excellence and drive
positive change.

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Archroma wins for sustainability innovation and community engagement at the 2024 JustStyle Excellence Awards. (Photographs: Archroma)® Trademark of Archroma registered in many countries.
© 2024 Archroma
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About Archroma
Archroma is a global, diversified provider of specialty chemicals serving the branded andperformance textiles, packaging and paper, and coatings, adhesives and sealants markets.
Headquartered in Pratteln, Switzerland, Archroma operates with more than 5,000
employees located in 42 countries and with 35 production sites.
Archroma is passionate about delivering leading and innovative solutions, enhancing
people’s lives and respecting the planet. The company is committed to the principles of"The Archroma Way to a Sustainable World: Safe, Efficient, Enhanced. It's our nature !"; anapproach reflected in its innovations, world-class quality standards, high service levels andcost-efficiency.
www.archroma.com.

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