FibeRio Technology Corp., a nanofiber technology specialist based in McAllen, Tex., has formed a strategic partnership with VF Corp. to help develop and commercialize performance apparel and footwear fabrics. The association will focus on FibeRio’s Forcespinning technology platform and its ability to produce nanofiber materials in high volumes, the parties said. VF said it will use FibeRio’s expertise in its three innovation hubs dedicated to advancements in performance apparel, footwear and jeanswear. “VF’s global innovation center strategy is centered on the pursuit of disruptive design and materials that will meaningfully redefine the future of apparel and footwear for our customers,” said Dan Cherian, vice president of VF’s global innovation centers. “Our partnership with FibeRio is a great step forward toward the co-development of proprietary, high-performance nanofiber materials that will help push the boundaries of performance and explore the creation of new apparel and footwear market categories.” Ellery Buchanan, chief executive officer of FibeRio, said, “VF’s long history of brand strength and operational excellence, along with our leading commercial scale nanofiber production expertise creates an excellent opportunity to proactively shape the competitive landscape.”
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