When Untitled, one of the brands of the Japanese fashion group, World, launched a Polygiene treated business performance suit for women, it was put to the test in a Suit Run in Tokyo. A real-life way to highlight the functionality of Polygiene in the fashion segment! The event, Omotesando Suit Run Event, took place September 29th

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Suit run Tokyo POLYGIENE ® GROWS IN FASHION SEGMENT IN JAPAN WITH FIRST PERFORMANCE BUSINESS SUIT FOR

WOMEN THAT STAYS FRESH

in the Tokyo area of Omotesando and was covered on social media by influencers and participants running in the suit.

Click to see film from the event or Untitled performance suitClick to see more on Untitled website

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Partners

Global equestrian brand Horka International adds Polygiene treated items to its collections Horka, has been a well-known and reputable brand in the equestrian industry for more than 62 years, selling high quality equestrian and performance sport clothing to retailers worldwide. Horka has includ-ed Polygiene in its sports collection for a number of seasons and this winter, Polygiene can be found in their vest and technical shirts in the Peak Performance sports segment.

This year, Horka announced a collaboration with the KNHS, the Dutch Equestrian Federation, and they have become the official apparel supplier of the Dutch Equestrian Team & Fan clothings. The Horka team designed and developed a line of clothing that is worn by riders of the various disciplines during (inter)national competitions. In this line, a number of pieces are made from performance fabric treated with Polygiene Stays Fresh technology. The ultimate test came this September at the World Equestrian Games in Tryon, USA, where team members were impressed by the excellent way the cloth-ing held up in the high heat & humidity, keeping them comfortable, dry and fresh. Read more

ANKY BRINGS POLYGIENE TO THE FOREFRONT OF THEIR NEW FW 18 COLLECTION

EQUESTRIANS CAN NOW RIDE HARD AND STAY FRESH!

ANKY Autumn-Winter Collection 2018: Boost your confidence!

ANKY® clothing and horse wear is created to meet the high demands of equestrians at all levels. All ANKY articles are manufactured with high-tech materials with specific technical functionalities and properties. The ANKY Mockneck from this year’s Autumn and Winter collection, is an indispensable item for every rider, made of a comfortable 4-way stretch material and treated with Polygiene. Intensive training? No problem! Thanks to the Polygiene finish, the Mockneck stays fresh even after training. Wear More & Wash Less©!

Read more about ANKY’s new collection

Härkila – Europe’s leading brand in hunting clothing reduces the risk of scent-detectionHärkila has been producing quality hunting clothing for decades and has always been known for finding new and innovative ways to allow hunters to realize their full potential. Starting last year, they have started using Polygiene Stays Fresh Technology in selected products as it helps to reduce the risk of game animals detecting the scent of the hunter and this allows the hunter to make a safer shot. Härkila includes Polygiene technology in several products, such as their new Lynx product line for their Fall and Winter 2018 collection.

Read more about Härkila

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We try hard to be the best partner to our partners

At Polygiene we make a point of closely following the legislation and regulations in our respective markets, to be in line with what is demanded from various governing agencies. For example, the BPR (Biocidal Products Regulations) in Europe, the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) in the US, as well as the corresponding organiza-tions in our Asian markets.

We have a dedicated team continually keeping track of new rules and any legislative updates to make sure our partners have the most accurate and up to date information in their regions. In return, allowing our partners the freedom to focus on their core-competence of product development and sales. In turn, giving our partners the confidence that the branding tools provided by Polygiene, are up to date and accurate.

“We also make a point of always being updated in order to be able to educate our partners on the latest standards. We make sure our experts have the necessary knowledge, and they are always keen to share it.”

ULRIKA BJÖRK, CEO POLYGIENE

A good example is the hangtags being used today that have been adapted to fit the strictest regulations of the EU. Specifically, that the description of the treatment’s active ingredient is in line with the demands of the BPR. This text is then translated to 40 languages that can be viewed via a QR code on the hangtag or via our website. So, when using our hangtag, partners can rest assured that we have them covered. In addition to following the needed regional regulations, Polygiene is a proud member of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition and our product is bluesign® approved and on the Oeko-Tex® list of approved products. Read more about Polygiene

US Law Enforcement will be staying fresh with new Polygiene treated gearWe want to share an interesting story how a small, technical fabric and performance gear company from Spain, General Tactics became the provider of US law enforcement for their technical shirts. They started in the outdoor and workwear industry with a focus on per-formance garments. The law enforcement industry saw the need for high performance uniforms and initially, General Tactics answered to these regional needs and developed specific technical fabrics for them. However, it wasn’t long before General Tactics began winning large tenders against the giants in the industry and can now see their Stretch Shirts with Polygiene on US police officers. What a great suc-cess story and we are excited to be along for the journey! Read more

Polygiene in golf shirts from Callaway ApparelIn February 2019, the new partner Callaway Apparel Kabushiki Kaisha in Japan will launch a number of golf shirt styles with Polygiene Stays Fresh Technology. The fresh-all-day confidence of Polygiene is a great fit with golf apparel.

THE WOMAN AND MEN IN BLUE STAYING FRESH THANKS TO POLYGIENE!

Polygiene Odor Control TechnologyClothes, footwear and gear stay freshand last longer. The active ingredientis a biocide based on silver salt made

from recycled silver*. Be climate-smart –wear several times before washing!

Wear More. Wash Less®

La technologie de contrôle des odeurs Vos vêtements, chaussures et accessoires

restent sains et durent plus longtemps. L’ingrédient actif est un biocide à base

de sel d’argent provenant d’argent recyclé*. Pensez au changement climatique :

portez-les plusieurs fois avant de les laver !

Utilisez plus. Lavez moins™

Technologie zur GeruchskontrolleDauerhafte Frische und längere Lebensdauer

für Kleidung, Schuhe und Accessoires. Wirkstoffist ein Biozid auf Basis von Silbersalz, das aus recyceltem Silber gewonnen wird*. Der Umwelt

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Young Pirates – Outdoor sportswear with PolygieneThe collection of Young Pirates was developed by the founder who is a professional kayaker himself. Due to his experience in challenging wild water and expedition locales, he has optimally developed and tailored products needed for kayaking and outdoor sports. His water-repellent, quick-drying and customizable men‘s and women‘s collection uses Polygiene technology to keep you fresh on long trips in the mountains. For optimal result, the articles are manufactured at Kama Gartz, a company in Germany, Kassel. They use a sustainable printing process, which works without washing and steaming. This reduces environmental pollution compared to other printing process-es and confirms the statement, Wear more. Wash less©. Read more

E-Fifteen formalwear from TaiwanE-Fifteen, a formalwear brand in the fashion segment, is Polygiene’s latest partner in this important market segment. The functionality-oriented urban formalwear brand has chosen Polygiene as its odor-control technology on the basis of Polygiene’s global recognition and strong functional performance. Read more

AdisiNamed after the aboriginal term for an Eagle that is close to extinction, the Adisi brand was formed to provide both functional and excellent hiking/outdoor gear and to promote ecological care for the great outdoors. The brand is Polygiene’s newest partner in Taiwan in this core market segment.

Global Sporting Goods Manufacturer Yonex co., Ltd, the world leading manufacturer of golf, tennis and badminton equipment and apparel, have signed an agreement to use Polygiene Stays Fresh Technology in their products and a number of models are currently in stores.

The Japanese company was founded in 1946 and has over the years built a strong global presence and are driven to produce the most technologically advanced sports equipment to enable players, both amateur and professional, to play their sport at the highest level.

Read more about Yonex

The start of the new subsidiary is done with the aim to further strengthen the presence of Polygiene in one of the leading and most dynamic markets in the world. The office in Hong Kong will give the subsidiary a central position in an area where a majority of the part-ners have their production facilities.

“Our strong presence in the dynamic Asian market is key, and since China plays a major role, Hong Kong is the best decision both strategically and on a geographic level. The new subsidiary will strengthen our position even further in the region”

Ulrika Björk our CEO

Polygiene Opens Subsidiary in Hong Kong, China

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Duluth Trading – Lifestyle wear and ”hardgear workwear” now Stays Fresh

Polygiene to provide odor-control to Aigle by Lacoste JapanPolygiene Stays Fresh Technology will be included in a range of t-shirts from the premium brand Aigle, starting with men’s and women’s logo t-shirts in Aigle’s Spring and Summer collection 2018.

Maloja – New seamless technology launch with Polygiene Stays Fresh technology Seamless, fast drying, multisport jerseys and pants with high freedom of movement and a special design for men and women launched for the Spring and Summer 2018 season.Click to view collection

Labfresh - the-most-advanced-stain-and-odour-repellent-t-shirt?In a current Kickstarter project, we support the up-and-coming brand Labfresh as a new partner, with sales online only. Read more

The company from, Duluth, Minnesota who is known for making garments that are field tested and designed by real tradesmen and women, will now include Polygiene Stays Fresh Technology.

The company has a successful omnichannel strategy with over 30 own retail stores across the US and a strong online presence.The Spring and Summer collection will have Polygiene Stays Fresh Tech-nology in a number of styles such as the Breeze Shooter Boxer Brief and the Alaskan hardgear silverstrike long sleeve shirt. For the Fall and Winter 2018 collection, new treated styles will be added.

Read more about Breeze Shooter

Read more about Silverstrike

Airinum MaskThe Swedish brand launches Polygiene Stays Fresh Technology in their designer air pollution mask. Click to know more

British outdoor brand AlpkitAlpkit launches new technical baselayers for running, biking and trekking with Polygiene Stays Fresh Technology. To see collection

Sportsella Digital Retail Training LaunchIn Germany, a digital retail training project has started with Sport-sella. The company works with several of our brand partners, that gives great synergies as the retail personnel doing the training will get information on Polygiene from our partners as well. The project started in April and until today, 161 retailers and nearly 700 retail staff have done the training.

MALOJA’S NEW SEAMLESS COLLECTION IS IDEAL FOR RUNNING, CROSS-TRAINING

OR JUST HANGING AROUND.

FOR USERS IN POLLUTED CITIES AROUND THE WORLD.

Young Pirates

Outdoor sportswear with Polygiene

The collection of Young Pirates was developed by the founder and professional kayaker himself. Due to his experience in challenging wild water and expedition area, he has optimally developed and tailored products needed for kayaking and outdoor sports. His water-repel-lent, quick-drying and customizable men‘s and women‘s collection uses Polygiene technology to keep you fresh on long trips in the mountains. For the optimal result, the articles are manufactured at Kama Gartz, a company in Germany, Kassel. They use a sustainable printing process, which works without washing and steaming. This re-duces environmental pollution compared to other printing processes and confirms the statement „Wear more. Wash less”. Click to see collection

THE FOUNDER OF YOUNG PIRATES SCHORSCHI SCHAUF IS KAYAKING ON THE WAVES IN UGANDA.

NO MATTER HOW HARD YOU PLAY, YOU STAY FRESH ALL DAY.

SCHRSCHI SCHAUF AT YOUNG PIRATES IS KAYAKING ON THE WAVES IN UGANDA.

Yonex New Global Partner

THE ECOLOGICAL OUTDOOR BRAND ADISI IS OUR NEWEST PARTNER IN TAIWAN.

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SOG sustainability charter At the Scandinavian Outdoor Group summit in Malmö this Septem-ber, Polygiene signed the SOG Sustainability Charter along with over 47 other Scandinavian brands. The Scandinavian Outdoor Group has, as the first organization in Europe, jointly signed up to support the European Outdoor Group (EOG) Sustainability Charter that was launched in 2016. This is a voluntary charter to work together towards key sustainability objectives for the outdoor sector.

Read more about SOG

Reducing Water Consumption

At the Fall 2018 Performance Days Fair in Munich, Polygiene’s PhD and CMO Mats Georgson joined an expert talk focused on reducing water consumption that was hosted and moderated by industry expert and design consultant, Charles Ross. Georgson was one of five on the panel. The event was well attended with great points made across the board but it was Georgson who made the final remarks that wrapped up the panel addressing the fact that globally, we are in a major water crisis and it is through the use of technology and simply washing less, that we can help mediate our current water issues. Click to listen to the expert talk

Polygiene and Helly Hansen Japan at the Nippon CupBetween Oct 12th and 13th, more than 30 teams of Japanese top level racers gathered at the Yacht Race Nippon Cup, at Hayama Yacht Club, Japan. The H/H team has always been the leading sponsor of the event as well as the producer of the official tee for the participants. This year, all tees were treated with Polygiene Stays Fresh Technology. H/H has a store at the Yacht Club where they present new items, including Polygiene treated inner wear collections.

At the event, Polygiene was present in the H/H booth to highlight the Stays Fresh functionality, which is very useful for sailors being out in the ocean for days without the possibility to shower or dry garments.

For the Fall and Winter Collection 2018, H/H Japan is treating their print tees with Polygiene.

Click to see items currently available: : Read more

Events & Shows

SOCKS FROM TRAVELER, URBAN FASHION WEAR FROM TAIWAN, STAY FRESH.

EVEN THE SALTIEST OF SAILORS CAN STAY FRESH WITH POLYGIENE!

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Polygiene Calendar 2019

• Jan 8–11 – Heimtextil in Frankfurt, Germany. • Jan 10–12 – Archery Trade Association Trade Show, Louisville, KY USA• Jan 21–23 – Liberty Fairs in NYC, USA • Jan 22–25 – SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV USA• Jan 23–25 – PGA Show in Orlando, FL USA • Jan 30–Feb 1 – Outdoor Retailer Snow Show in Denver, CO USA.• Feb 3–6 – ISPO* in Munich, Germany. Polygiene Booth 220, Hall A2• Feb 28 - Year-End Report 2018• March 8–11, IWA, Outdoor Classics in Nuremberg, Germany• April/May – News Spring• May 8–9 – Performance Days* in Munich, Germany • May 17 – Interim Report Q1, Annual General Meeting

* EVENTS WHERE POLYGIENE WILL HAVE A BOOTH PRESENT

Polygiene at ISPO with FIKA TalkAt the upcoming ISPO 2019, Polygiene will be found at Hall A2 / Booth 220 in the Scandinavian Village. Polygiene will unveil its new technology and PhD and CMO Mats Georgson will host a FIKA Talk on Day 2 and Day 3 in the booth at 10:30 discussing the new technology, disruptive technologies and sustainability.

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Marketing Material

The new must-have – Polygiene Marketing CatalogueA newly updated label book presenting authorized copy, short guidelines for the logo, and all available labels and hangtags, as well as examples on good co-branding from a number of partners.

Informational Training FilmsPolygiene recently produced six films that are designed for retail and internal, B2B training opportunities scenarios. The films focus on the categories; summer and winter sports, travel, home, business/fashion and gym training. These B2B videos are the first step in providing partners with the tools they need to sell-in and sell-through their Polygiene treated gear.

Home Textile FilmPolygiene has added an adapted version of the film, “This is Polygiene”, to the content library which can be used by the growing number of home textile partners in their communication, as well as by the sales and marketing teams in their respective markets. See more

Product Marketing CataloguePolygiene Stays Fresh Technology

Co-branding adds value! Wear More. Wash Less©

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From All of Us To All of You - Happy and Fresh Holidays!