Samsara Eco x KBR
Australian biotech innovator Samsara Eco has selected global engineering firm KBR to lead the design and development of its first commercial-scale enzymatic recycling facility for hard-to-recycle plastics and textiles, including nylon 6,6. The plant is expected to be operational by early 2028.
Set to process up to 20,000 metric tonnes of nylon 6,6 annually, the facility will leverage Samsara Eco’s revolutionary AI-powered enzyme technology, which breaks down synthetic fibers and plastics into their original monomers, enabling endless reuse without loss of quality or high emissions.
KBR will complete preliminary front-end engineering design (pre-FEED) by mid-2025, followed by a detailed FEED engineering package. “We’re proud to support Samsara Eco on this unique opportunity,” said Jay Ibrahim, President of KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions. “This project underscores our commitment to accelerating sustainable innovation.”
Samsara Eco’s technology has already successfully recycled challenging materials like colored and dyed nylon fibers. By enabling a truly circular model for plastics, this project could drastically reduce landfill waste and emissions from synthetic textiles and packaging.
Toray Industries has developed a polyester-nylon composite fibre, addressing technical challenges associated with combining recycled polymers.
Suedwolle Group, UTO and The Lycra Company to develop a performance activewear collection incorporating polyester fibre made from recycled textile…
Triarchy has launched its first collection using WTRLSS digital dyeing technology, which can reduce water consumption in dyeing and finishing…
DNM Denim is introducing advanced finishing techniques and alternative fibre blends in its SS 28 collection, with a focus on…
Bcomp has partnered with vehicle manufacturer Polestar to incorporate its lightweight, bio-based materials into the Polestar 5 four-door electric grand…
Outerknown has expanded its Woolaroo collection for Fall 2026, introducing fleece garments made with MWool recycled wool from textile manufacturer…