Deven Supercriticals Launches World’s First Versatile Waterless Textile Dyeing Plant in Partnership with Arvind Limited and H&M Group
MUMBAI, INDIA – September 11th 2025 – Deven Supercriticals today announced the inauguration of India’s first commercial-scale supercritical CO₂ dyeing plant.
The facility, powered by the globally patented SUPRAUNO® technology, is also the world’s first to dye all major fabric types—including cotton, nylon, viscose, and blends—using conventional dyes without water.
This milestone marks the culmination of a groundbreaking partnership between Deven Supercriticals, textile manufacturer Arvind Limited, and global fashion retailer H&M Group.
The SUPRAUNO® technology leverages supercritical carbon dioxide as a replacement for water in the fabric dyeing process, setting a new standard for sustainability in textile manufacturing.
At a commercial scale, this innovative method achieves up to 76% water savings, approximately 67% energy savings, and a 90% reduction in chemical usage compared to conventional dyeing.
The process also significantly minimises effluent discharge, addressing one of the textile industry’s most pressing environmental challenges.
The plant's inauguration was a significant event, reflecting a unique three-way collaboration designed to scale disruptive solutions from the laboratory to industrial production.
Deven Supercriticals provides the cutting-edge Indian innovation, Arvind Limited enables large-scale deployment, and H&M Group supports the adoption of sustainable technologies in line with its ambitious environmental goals.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including Ms. Roop Rashi Mahapatra, CEO of KVIC and former Textile Commissioner of India; Mr. Kim Hellström, Senior Sustainability Manager at H&M; Mr. Punit Lalbhai, Vice Chairman of Arvind Ltd.; and other key representatives from Arvind Ltd. and H&M Group.
Speaking On The Occasion, Punit Lalbhai, Vice Chairman, Arvind Ltd., Said, “This inauguration represents a defining moment for the Indian textile industry. By hosting the world’s first commercial-scale SUPRAUNO machine at Arvind, we reaffirm our commitment to pioneering sustainable solutions and setting global benchmarks. This collaboration is proof that innovation, scale, and sustainability can go hand in hand.”
Omang Narang, H&M Group’s Production Manager For India, Added: “We recognize that electrification is essential for making the textile industry fossil-free. Wet processing is the single most impactful area in the value chain for fashion brands like ours, and water- and energy-efficient technologies like this one make further electrification more feasible. We are proud that our support helps drive the entire industry forward.”
Dr. Swapneshu Baser, Founder, Deven Supercriticals Pvt. Ltd., said, “We are immensely proud to see our patented SUPRAUNO technology being inaugurated at commercial scale in India. This machine is not just a technological milestone but also a step towards safeguarding water, energy, and health for future generations. We are grateful to H&M Group and Arvind for their faith in this innovation and for making this vision a reality.”
Deven Supercriticals, along with its partners, looks forward to scaling this technology globally, accelerating the transition to a truly sustainable dyeing industry.
About Deven Supercriticals Pvt. Ltd.
Deven Supercriticals Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian innovation company at the forefront of developing sustainable industrial process technologies.
Its patented SUPRAUNO® technology is a revolutionary waterless dyeing solution that uses supercritical CO₂ to colour a wide range of textiles.
By drastically reducing water, energy, and chemical consumption, Deven Supercriticals is committed to providing economically viable and environmentally responsible solutions for the global textile industry.
