HONG KONG, Dec. 4, 2018 — Samsonite, the world’s leading and most innovative travel luggage company with over 100 years of history, has built a legacy of acting responsibly, honestly and with integrity. Samsonite has long been committed to incorporating sustainable practices into product innovation, and bringing positive impacts to communities. Marking a huge leap forward in creating and bringing eco-friendly products to the market, Samsonite today announced the new Eco Collection for Asia.
Samsonite cares about the environment and is committed to preserving the natural beauty of the world where people live, work, and travel. Therefore, Samsonite has launched Eco Collection in Asia; this is just the beginning of the steps Samsonite is taking to fulfil their commitment to the environment. Plastic waste is a critical global environmental issue that communities cannot ignore. To address this issue, Samsonite has been working tirelessly with one of their suppliers to create sustainable materials that are suitable for travel and lifestyle products. Through the joint effort, Samsonite has successfully developed Recyclex™, a fabric made of 100% post-consumer recycled plastic (PET) bottles. Recyclex™ is as durable and reliable as Samsonite’s polyester fabric made from virgin materials, but with the added benefit of reducing plastic waste.
“Sustainability is a priority that runs through our products, from our hands to consumers. We recognize that travelers are increasingly aware of environmental protection and looking for ways to reduce their environmental footprint,” said Subrata Dutta, President of Samsonite Asia Pacific. “We are proud to present the first wave of Eco Collection in Asia, as part of our commitment to increasing the sustainability of our products with more responsible and environmentally-friendly materials. We expect to generate stronger awareness of environmental protection in the market, and will continue to seek opportunities to maximize the use of recycled and recyclable materials in our products and packaging.”
Samsonite is proud to announce its first wave of Eco Collection in Asia — SPARK SNG ECO, OCTO ECO and MARCUS ECO. In the second half of 2018, these products have used more than 400,000 recycled plastic bottles (500 mL) in Asia. With the introduction of Eco Collection, Samsonite will play a vital role in supporting environmental protection through the transformation of recycled plastic waste into durable fabric that meets high standards of purposeful innovation, performance, and sustainability. Consumers can now also do their part and save the planet by using travel and lifestyle products created with recycled materials when traveling around the world.
SPARK SNG ECO: Continuing to embrace the core DNA of Samsonite bestseller SPARK SNG, the eco version of this renowned collection is made entirely out of Recyclex™ fabric. Cork material serves as a nature-conscious alternative for the polyurethane trim on the carry handles, logo, ID tag and back protection, making SPARK SNG ECO a strong, tactile, and trendy option for travelers.
OCTO ECO: The interior lining of this eco version is made out of Recyclex™ fabric, while the exterior is made out of recycled polypropylene. This collection offers a diverse mix of daily styles and travel items including various cabin styles, featuring TSA combination lock and a unique new octagon shape of bold box with rounded corners. With added strength whilst maximizing volume, this ultra-lightweight collection features Samsonite-guaranteed quality that is both tactile and trendy.
MARCUS ECO: Available in multiple new backpack styles, MARCUS ECO presents a stylish and trendy look with functional interior. The main exterior fabric and lining are all made out of Recyclex™ fabric, while the interiors of these backpacks are designed to provide maximum organization. An adjustable laptop protective cradle makes the backpacks highly protective. The main compartment of each style in MARCUS ECO is also equipped with YKK® security zipper, which can effectively prevent any unwanted hands from opening the bag easily. MARCUS ECO is a special collection of backpacks that combine style, functionality, security, and sustainability.
“Eco Collection showcases our commitment to the environment — but it’s just the beginning. From the products we make to the company we keep, we are committed to becoming more sustainable the more that we grow,” said Dutta. “Samsonite is excited to work towards even more sustainable products while sustaining the passion for making high-quality bags and accessories.”
In 2018 and 2019, Samsonite will launch at least 30 product lines worldwide that are made from recycled materials such as rPET or recycled polypropylene. Samsonite intends to combine their thirst for innovation with commitment to sustainability in order to pass on a better world for the generations to come. Moving forward, Samsonite will reengineer the packaging, continue to increase the number of products made out of recycled materials, and devote itself to bringing more eco-friendly innovations to the market and the communities.
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