The partners’ lightweight open-net fabric combines wool yarn technology with a breathable construction designed for technical sportswear and outdoor apparel.
Nuyarn Technologies has received the 2026 Performance Days Wool Award for an open-net wool fabric developed in collaboration with Takisada Corporation.
The lightweight construction is designed to support breathability and moisture vapour transfer, helping maintain comfort during demanding physical activity. It combines Nuyarn’s proprietary spinning technology with Takisada’s fabric development expertise.
Andy Wynne, CEO of Nuyarn, said the recognition demonstrated the value of continuous innovation and close development partnerships in advancing performance textiles.
Open-net structure targets activewear applications
The award-winning fabric has potential applications ranging from ultralight summer endurance clothing to technical base layers for high-intensity alpine activities.
Its open structure is intended to facilitate the movement of moisture vapour while maintaining the durability, elasticity and temperature-regulating characteristics required in performance apparel.
The development focuses on managing moisture before it accumulates as liquid sweat, an important consideration for garments worn during sustained physical exertion.
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Yarn engineering extends wool’s performance
The fabric incorporates Nuyarn’s twist-free spinning technology, which differs from conventional methods that tightly twist fibres together.
According to the company, this approach preserves more of wool’s natural characteristics and supports improvements in moisture management, weight and durability.
These benefits are intended to give manufacturers additional options when developing wool-based materials for technical applications.
The collaboration illustrates how yarn engineering and fabric construction can work together to expand the use of natural fibres in sportswear and outdoor clothing.
Nuyarn said it continues to work with international brands and manufacturing partners to develop further applications for its technology.
