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TAIPEI, Oct. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Far Eastern New Century Corporation (FENC), a global leader in advancing sustainability and innovation in green materials, showcased its latest recycling technologies and product solutions under the theme "Empowering Possibilities & Sustainability" at the Taipei Innovative Textile Application Show (TITAS), held from October 15 to 17, 2024. This year's TITAS featured a total of 385 suppliers from 11 countries in attendance, drawing approximately 31,500 buyers to the event.
FENC's groundbreaking products, the FENC®ThermalSync ZoneTech and the FENC®TOPGREEN®Bio3, were recognized as winners of the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2024. Chosen from among 10,807 submissions across 72 countries, these products have emerged as standout innovations, making FENC the sole iF award-winning supplier of environmentally friendly functional knitwear. FENC® TOPGREEN®Bio3 PET represents a revolutionary approach to sustainability. This innovative material combines carbon capture technology with biotechnology, transforming industrial waste gases into low-carbon polyester. In 2024, the Bio3 PET was selected as the material for the Chinese Taipei team's uniforms at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.
FENC's innovative TOPGREEN®rTEX recycling process, launching its production in 2024, offers an effective solution for processing waste fabrics and meets increasing customer demand. By utilizing FENC cutting-edge e-Sorting technology and in-house recycling processes, this system substantially reduces greenhouse gas emissions during production and efficiently converts textile waste into high-quality filament. At this critical juncture for the global industry, FENC is poised to lead the transformation toward a circular economy in the textile sector.
For the Paris Olympics, FENC's high-performance 100% recycled fabrics were selected for a variety of national team jerseys. These include basketball training jerseys and vests for nine national teams, polo shirts for 14 football teams, runner uniforms for the British team, handball player uniforms for the French team, and boxer shorts for the Cuban team, which were all sponsored by international sports giants like Nike, Adidas, Decathlon, and PUMA.
FENC's commitment to sustainability doesn't stop at the Olympics. Its green innovations have also made waves in other major sports events this year including the 2024 Australian Open, the UEFA Euro 2024 Spanish team, the UEFA Champions League-winning Real Madrid, the America's Cup-winning Argentine team, and the 2024 FA Cup Winners Manchester United.
To promote circular economy in the footwear industry, FENC has replaced complex components like PU and EVA with polyester materials for all parts of the shoes. This includes polyester elastic fibers, leather, and hot melt adhesives made from recycled PET bottles, offering high durability and recyclability, contributing to the goal of fully recyclable shoes in the future.
About Far Eastern New Century (FENC)
FENC was established in 1949. It is an international company, based in Taiwan, operating in USA, Japan, Mainland China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines and many other countries/regions. FENC is the only polyester supplier in the world vertically integrated to offer a product spectrum spanning from raw materials to consumer products. To learn more about FENC please visit http://www.fenc.com
TAIPEI, Oct. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Far Eastern New Century Corporation (FENC), a global leader in advancing sustainability and innovation in green materials, showcased its latest recycling technologies and product solutions under the theme "Empowering Possibilities & Sustainability" at the Taipei Innovative Textile Application Show (TITAS), held from October 15 to 17, 2024. This year's TITAS featured a total of 385 suppliers from 11 countries in attendance, drawing approximately 31,500 buyers to the event.
FENC's groundbreaking products, the FENC®ThermalSync ZoneTech and the FENC®TOPGREEN®Bio3, were recognized as winners of the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2024. Chosen from among 10,807 submissions across 72 countries, these products have emerged as standout innovations, making FENC the sole iF award-winning supplier of environmentally friendly functional knitwear. FENC® TOPGREEN®Bio3 PET represents a revolutionary approach to sustainability. This innovative material combines carbon capture technology with biotechnology, transforming industrial waste gases into low-carbon polyester. In 2024, the Bio3 PET was selected as the material for the Chinese Taipei team's uniforms at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.
FENC's innovative TOPGREEN®rTEX recycling process, launching its production in 2024, offers an effective solution for processing waste fabrics and meets increasing customer demand. By utilizing FENC cutting-edge e-Sorting technology and in-house recycling processes, this system substantially reduces greenhouse gas emissions during production and efficiently converts textile waste into high-quality filament. At this critical juncture for the global industry, FENC is poised to lead the transformation toward a circular economy in the textile sector.
For the Paris Olympics, FENC's high-performance 100% recycled fabrics were selected for a variety of national team jerseys. These include basketball training jerseys and vests for nine national teams, polo shirts for 14 football teams, runner uniforms for the British team, handball player uniforms for the French team, and boxer shorts for the Cuban team, which were all sponsored by international sports giants like Nike, Adidas, Decathlon, and PUMA.
FENC's commitment to sustainability doesn't stop at the Olympics. Its green innovations have also made waves in other major sports events this year including the 2024 Australian Open, the UEFA Euro 2024 Spanish team, the UEFA Champions League-winning Real Madrid, the America's Cup-winning Argentine team, and the 2024 FA Cup Winners Manchester United.
To promote circular economy in the footwear industry, FENC has replaced complex components like PU and EVA with polyester materials for all parts of the shoes. This includes polyester elastic fibers, leather, and hot melt adhesives made from recycled PET bottles, offering high durability and recyclability, contributing to the goal of fully recyclable shoes in the future.
About Far Eastern New Century (FENC)
FENC was established in 1949. It is an international company, based in Taiwan, operating in USA, Japan, Mainland China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines and many other countries/regions. FENC is the only polyester supplier in the world vertically integrated to offer a product spectrum spanning from raw materials to consumer products. To learn more about FENC please visit http://www.fenc.com
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Far Eastern New Century Empowering Possibilities & Sustainability by its Latest Recycling Technologies at TITAS
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LONDON, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Control Risks, the global strategic intelligence and security firm today announces that Bill Udell will become Chief Executive Officer with effect from 1 June 2026. Udell succeeds Nick Allan, who is stepping down after 25 years with the business, including seven and a half years as CEO.
Having led the firm through a period of significant development, strengthening the firm's global position and shaping its strategic direction, Allan and the Board agree that now is the right time for new leadership to take the business forward and drive the next phase of its evolution.
Udell currently serves as Managing Partner, Global Security and sits on the Board and Executive Committee. He leads the delivery of integrated security and strategic intelligence capabilities spanning advisory, operational support and complex risk management. He previously led the firm's Americas business and has played a key role in strengthening Control Risks' integrated, intelligence-led approach.
The Board selected Udell for his clear-eyed understanding of the firm's opportunities, his practical and compelling vision for its future and his strong track record of leading change across the business.
Dominic Casserley, Chair of Control Risks, said: "Bill stood out through the selection process for his clarity of thinking, his deep understanding of where the firm needs to evolve and his ability to combine strategic vision with disciplined execution. He brings the right balance of experience, energy and perspective to lead Control Risks in its next phase, strengthening our position as a strategic intelligence and security partner to clients worldwide."
Commenting on his appointment, Udell said: "It is an honour to be selected as Chief Executive of this remarkable business. By focusing my efforts on the evolving needs of our clients, I am convinced Control Risks is well positioned to further strengthen its market position."
Control Risks
Control Risks is a global strategic intelligence and security firm that is a trusted partner to 80% of the Fortune 500 and 62% of the Fortune Global 500. Our global team brings decisive clarity across strategy and operations, from advice to delivery, drawing on more than 50 years' experience in 178 countries. We help clients anticipate risk, protect people, assets and reputation, and pursue opportunity—from the boardroom to the most complex and high-risk environments. When the outlook is uncertain and the stakes are high, we respond with insight and action.
LONDON, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Control Risks, the global strategic intelligence and security firm today announces that Bill Udell will become Chief Executive Officer with effect from 1 June 2026. Udell succeeds Nick Allan, who is stepping down after 25 years with the business, including seven and a half years as CEO.
Having led the firm through a period of significant development, strengthening the firm's global position and shaping its strategic direction, Allan and the Board agree that now is the right time for new leadership to take the business forward and drive the next phase of its evolution.
Udell currently serves as Managing Partner, Global Security and sits on the Board and Executive Committee. He leads the delivery of integrated security and strategic intelligence capabilities spanning advisory, operational support and complex risk management. He previously led the firm's Americas business and has played a key role in strengthening Control Risks' integrated, intelligence-led approach.
The Board selected Udell for his clear-eyed understanding of the firm's opportunities, his practical and compelling vision for its future and his strong track record of leading change across the business.
Dominic Casserley, Chair of Control Risks, said: "Bill stood out through the selection process for his clarity of thinking, his deep understanding of where the firm needs to evolve and his ability to combine strategic vision with disciplined execution. He brings the right balance of experience, energy and perspective to lead Control Risks in its next phase, strengthening our position as a strategic intelligence and security partner to clients worldwide."
Commenting on his appointment, Udell said: "It is an honour to be selected as Chief Executive of this remarkable business. By focusing my efforts on the evolving needs of our clients, I am convinced Control Risks is well positioned to further strengthen its market position."
Control Risks
Control Risks is a global strategic intelligence and security firm that is a trusted partner to 80% of the Fortune 500 and 62% of the Fortune Global 500. Our global team brings decisive clarity across strategy and operations, from advice to delivery, drawing on more than 50 years' experience in 178 countries. We help clients anticipate risk, protect people, assets and reputation, and pursue opportunity—from the boardroom to the most complex and high-risk environments. When the outlook is uncertain and the stakes are high, we respond with insight and action.
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Control Risks announces appointment of Bill Udell as Chief Executive Officer
