Arvind Limited, one of India’s textile-to-retail conglomerates, joined forces with global fashion H&M Group and Indian start-up Deven Supercriticals Pvt. Ltd., to introduce India’s first commercial-scale CO₂ dyeing machine at its facility in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This initiative centers on Deven’s patented Suprauno technology, which replaces water and harmful chemicals with supercritical carbon dioxide to dye fabrics —ushering in a new era of sustainable textile processing.
Suprauno stands out as the first technology to enable the use of conventional dyes and tri-chrome recipes with supercritical CO₂, making it compatible with a broad spectrum of fibers such as cotton, polyester, nylon, viscose, silk, linen, acrylic, and their blends. This versatility opens doors for widespread adoption across the textile industry.
The waterless dyeing process eliminates the need for salt in cotton dyeing and simplifies polyester clearing. At scale, it delivers up to 76% water savings, 67% energy savings, and a 90% reduction in chemical usage during the coloration stage compared to traditional methods. Swapneshu Baser, founder of Deven Supercriticals, emphasized the technology’s potential to safeguard vital resources and human health for future generations.
H&M Group’s India production manager, Omang Narang, underscored the importance of electrification and resource-efficient technologies in steering the fashion industry toward fossil-free operations. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Punit Lalbhai, vice chairman of Arvind, affirmed that the collaboration with H&M Group and Deven Supercriticals exemplifies how innovation, scalability, and sustainability can harmoniously coexist. This partnership marks a transformative shift in textile manufacturing, setting a precedent for responsible industry practices and global environmental stewardship.
Last updated: December 26th, 2025
