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Jacob Holm Boosts Asturias Production

At a glance
  • Jacob Holm invested over €2 million in the Asturias facility.
  • The facility manufactures Sontara® brand nonwoven fabrics.
  • New technology allows for advanced product customization.
  • Four new employees were hired due to increased production demands.

Investment in Asturias Facility

Jacob Holm has committed over €2 million to enhance its production facility in Asturias, Spain. This investment aims to bolster the development, testing, and manufacturing of Sontara® brand nonwoven fabrics.

Advanced Production Technology

The new state-of-the-art manufacturing asset installed at the facility enables advanced technological growth. This technology allows for precise tailoring of product performance within a broader specification set, offering customers a wider range of customization options and new fabric properties for performance-critical applications.

Increased Production and Employment

The quality upgrade has led to growing production demands, resulting in the hiring of four new employees at the Asturias facility. This expansion underscores the facility's enhanced capabilities and its role in meeting increased market needs.

Collaboration with Local Authorities

Jacob Holm continues to invest in the Asturias region in partnership with local authorities, focusing on developing proprietary technology that meets the needs of quality-conscious consumers.