WTiN speaks with Matthew Tipper, CEO at Nonwovens Innovation and Research Institute (NIRI).
UK-based NIRI is an innovation consultancy specialising in polymers, fibres, nonwovens and advanced materials. In this episode Tipper speaks about how sustainability is shifting from a voluntary improvement to a mandatory product redesign challenge.
Earlier this year in May 2026, Tipper spoke at leading nonwovens exhibition INDEX about shifting regulations in the nonwovens sector. He used the wipes sector to illustrate how the industry needs to stay ahead of regulation before it becomes an essential requirement.
Matthew Tipper, CEO at Nonwovens Innovation and Research Institute (NIRI). Source @NIRI
He also touches upon rising consumer expectations and how companies need to be ready to adapt quickly if they are to stay ahead. He delves into this and speaks about how innovation is essential in this area.
Additionally, we talk about how bans and restrictions on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are going to present redesign opportunities and challenges.
For more information please visit nirigroup.com.
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