E-Textiles: Growth, Innovation & Market Leaders

Q1. Could you start by giving us a brief overview of your professional background, particularly focusing on your expertise in the industry? 

I am a materials science engineer with a PhD in Materials Chemistry. I began my career in the academic world as a teacher-researcher before moving on to the world of industry, first in Research and development teams and then in international innovation departments.

My career has taken me to a wide range of sectors, including medical devices, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, advanced materials and textiles, the environment, automotive, robotics, and electronics.

I have worked on many projects requiring e-textiles in key sectors such as automotive, medical, and robotics.

I set up my own innovation strategy consultancy and now support companies and organizations in their innovation strategy and their sustainable innovation strategy.

Q2. Who are the main players in the e-textiles industry, and what market share or position does each represent?

The e-textiles industry is booming, with applications in various sectors, including health, automotive, aeronautics and aerospace, sport, defense, and even fashion. Here are just a few of the players in this industry: 

• DuPont
• Ohmatex ApS
• Clothing+
• Textronics
• Peratech
• Outlast
• d3o lab
• Schoeller
• Texas Instruments
• Sensoria
• Xenoma
• Exo2
• Vista Medical
• Adidas, …