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  • Wiser Globe’s Vision for Sustainable Fashion in Egypt  | Denimsandjeans

    Wiser Globe’s Vision for Sustainable Fashion in Egypt | Denimsandjeans

    Denimsandjeans is happy to have Wiser Globe at the 1st edition of Denimsandjeans Egypt show on Feb 2-3, 2025 at Cairo, Egypt as an exhibitor and as a sponsor . Wiser Globe is a full-service supply chain company in Turkey, involved in all kinds of garment production and sustainable innovation development. They have a very strong presence in Egypt and are investing in the country due to strong positive outlook of potential growth opportunities in sustainable fashion from here. We recently had a talk with the Chairman – Mr Fuat Gozacan to gain insights of the company , their innovations and expectations from the show.

    1) Wiser Globe is a full-service supply chain company, involved in all kinds of garment production and sustainable innovation development through multiple divisions. Tell us a little more about your group?

    We have been serving the garment manufacturing sector since 1997. Over the years, as market dynamics evolved, we expanded our focus to include investments in different regions. This shift not only enhanced our flexibility but also enabled us to cater to a diverse customer portfolio. Today, we serve over 20 product categories. Our group not only provides an alternative in the supply chain but also pioneers the industry with innovative technologies. Through groundbreaking initiatives like Wiser Technology and Wiser Wash, we are advancing sustainable washing processes while introducing AI-powered machines to the industry for the first time.


    2) We thank you for joining the first Denimsandjeans Egypt show in 2025. Why do you think Egypt is getting more important to the global apparel supply chain, and how is Wiser Globe positioning itself there?

    Egypt is still a developing country in the sector, and investments there need to proceed with consistent and strategic planning. Recognizing the opportunities in the country about two years ago, we began our investments. Although there is still much to be done, we aim to reach a leading position in the shortest time by deploying Turkish experts in the region who excel in their respective fields.


    3) You have offered some very unique sustainable solutions like Wiser Wash to the industry. Can you elaborate on these, and how satisfied are you with the results achieved?

    At Wiser Globe, sustainable washing solutions have always been a priority. In 2017, we introduced the Wiser Wash patented process to the industry, and since then, we have partnered with numerous brands and continue to do so. This method uses dry ozone technology to achieve natural and vibrant looks comparable to traditional methods. Wiser Wash also holds an LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) certification and is recognized as the most efficient and water-saving denim bleaching method globally. To further perfect this process, we established our own technology company, Wiser Tech, which introduced the first AI-powered sustainable washing machines to the industry. This allows us to use Wiser Wash more effectively and seamlessly.


    4) What would be your key focus in terms of product and technology offerings during Denimsandjeans Egypt?

    Currently, we have the capability to produce over 20 product categories, and we have begun manufacturing these in Egypt. We are continuously expanding our product range. Additionally, we aim to adapt Wiser Wash and Wiser Tech solutions to the region, offering both traditional and sustainable applications to meet the needs of our valued customers.


    5) Do you believe in the success story of Egypt, and how do you see the future of the country?

    Egypt has been part of the textile sector for many years, but there are still some gaps to address. However, with the growing interest from manufacturers and the country’s openness to development, I have no doubt that Egypt will make significant progress in the coming years, offering high-quality products to the industry. Furthermore, its customs union agreements with Europe and the U.S. make brands more inclined to source products from this region.

  • I Have To Contribute Up to My Last Minute : Adriano Goldschmied

    I Have To Contribute Up to My Last Minute : Adriano Goldschmied

    Perhaps the most well known and respected denim professional globally, the Godfather of Denim needs no introduction. We all know about his contributions to the industry in the last 5 decades and are constantly inspired by him . However, what is amazing to see is that ‘age is just a number for him‘ . He is probably more active at 76 than most of us who might be 2-3 decades younger than him. Not only is it his passion to work but a constant endeavor to make this industry and world a better place . In this quest he is leading a new venture – WISER WASH – which aims to change the way how we wash our jeans and the resultant impact on the environment. With Adriano bringing Wiser Wash to our Denimsandjeans Japan show , we were really keen to know more about it and to get insights into what he is doing and why .

    Hi Adriano , once again welcome to Denimsandjeans. Its always an honor to speak to you and very excited to be a part of a conversation about a great  sustainability project – Wiser Wash –  that you are associated with. Please tell me a little about the journey of Wiser wash and how it was setup 

    It is a kind of Trio, Kevin Youn that was working with me when I started AG is the lucky inventor of the process. Fuat Gozacan understood the potential of the patent and with his company Wiser Globe, he created in Amsterdam Wiser Wash giving the structure, the vision how to operate and obviously putting the money to make it happen. I come in because I really love the wash that I consider a game changer because three main reason 
    1) Makes superior washes, much better then traditional 
    2) Because is sustainable more than any other.
    3) It is cheaper than traditional.

    So we made together a very strong team where i develop new products  and research and I using my network to promote the business around the world. I am not a sale person, I promote things where I really believe in

    No Stones, no chemicals and only a cup of water to wash a jeans ! How is it possible to wash this way ? What role do electrified water and Ozone gas play  in the whole process.

    It is just a special use of the ozone machine and I confirm that in the decoloration process, that for others is Chlorine or potassium, we use 200ml of water when the others are using 15/20 liters of water

    What kind of collaboration you had with Pepe Jeans and how it has affected them in terms of products , investments, innovation and long term gains. 

    We gave to them an exclusivity on the process for a certain period of time, we had a co-branding and we co-marketed the product. The most important thing is that we had a very good response from consumers that love the product that is nicer and more sustainable

    You already have partner laundries in Turkey, Portugal  and USA. What do these laundries need to do to be a part of  Wiser Wash ? Does Wiser Wash give them licence to operate. 

    We own directly the laundry in LA that is our development center and Izmir that is for the training of staff of our partners and production too. In Portugal it is a partnership with Pizarro, The rest of the world the business model is a licence contract. Wiser wash partners need to share the vision and operate with sustainability as most important goal of the company and obviously they have to sign a license contract.

    Are new partnerships coming  up in other regions ?

    We already  signed important license deals with Arvind in India and PPJ in Vietnam and Elleti in Italy. I am just coming back from a trip in South America where we are expecting to sign in Argentina, Colombia and Paraguay. We are targeting partners in the near future in Mexico, Pakistan and China with more to come.

    Sustainability always has a cost which is more than that of traditional methods of doing things . This gap is probably one of the reasons why many still find a strong urge to stick to the former. Does Wiser wash intend to reduce this gap and make sustainability more democratic ? 

    Yes, the big game changer is that Wiser Wash is much more competitive than a traditional wash as we save in water, stone and chemicals and the process is much more simple. This will be a booster for sustainability as is making sustainability affordable for everybody.

    You keep going on so strongly ! Please do let us know about the other projects you are currently involved in. 

    I am very involved in many projects that are about innovation and new technologies in the textile segment. I am pushing to make progresses with Tictorium, Smart Indigo and the new dyeing indigo system. I am also a lot in the introduction of new fibers and collaboration with Lenzing. For what is regarding the design the major focus is to make the jean really circular.

    Besides sustainability , what do you think are the other major factors which are affecting or will affect  the trend direction of denim . 

    It is true that sustainability , bio technology,  saving water and growing new fibers in a smart way are major points but they are just part of a bigger picture where right ethic in business, social respect, livable wages and safe working conditions are very important part of the equation. We have to fight for all of them.

    What do you think about the Japanese market and where does it stand in the  plans for Wiser Wash .

    Japanese market since long time is been leading the indigo and denim business blending the indigo Japanese culture and tradition with the American vintage. The result of this is an incredible and unique denim culture that is been inspiring us all the time and for sure will continue with the generations to come. However the global business is changing dramatically in term of distribution, numbers, innovation, technology and product development. This obviously has an impact also in Japan and requires that the domestic industry and the brands find new answers. Those answers are coming now also from a different method of work, they are not coming any more from one of few brands but from a â€œwork together  system where we share research and technology and we bring benefits to all. In particular the sustainability and circularity are a challenge that are in the hands of all of us. For many different reasons I feel that Japan is a little bit behind in the eco projects, So my approach bringing Wiser Wash to Japan is, as a first step, to show the potential of this technology applied to Japanese fabrics and brand and then to develop collaborations that can bring to the traditional strength of denim market a new important segment that will be the future for all of us.

    Much younger persons than yourselves like me find it difficult to have the energy and passion that you have at age of 78 . Would you like to share some secrets so that it can inspire us to contribute more to the industry and society like yourselves  🙂 

    First, I am only 76 ! What is driving me is the passion for the business and that I  feel that I have to contribute up to my last minute to inspire people and make our world a better place for the new generations.

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