Water and Marine Resources

Management Approach

Scope

Water is a fundamental input in textile production and a resource under increasing global pressure. At TenCate Protective Fabrics, our dyeing and finishing processes rely on significant water volumes and produce effluent that must be responsibly treated. As water scarcity escalates worldwide, improving water efficiency is both an environmental responsibility and an operational necessity.

Policies

TenCate Protective Fabrics does not withdraw water in volumes that could negatively impact local ecosystems. None of our production facilities are currently located in areas classified as water stressed.

We are committed to enhancing water efficiency through process optimization, smarter dyeing and finishing techniques, and the use of advanced monitoring systems. These efforts aim to reduce freshwater intake and minimize wastewater discharge. For disclosures related to water emissions, see the pollution page. All water withdrawal at our facilities is managed under site-specific regulatory permits, and each location currently operates well within permitted limits.

Targets & Metrics

Target

We aim to ensure full regulatory compliance by managing water withdrawals responsibly, optimizing operational processes, and avoiding any negative impacts on surrounding ecosystems. This is essential to maintaining our license to operate and supporting sustainable production practices.

Metrics

VSME code B6_35: Water withdrawal

Water withdrawal		Megaliters*
		2025
EU - Dyeing and Finishing plant - Nijverdal		415
US - Dyeing and Finishing plant - Molena		330
US - Weaving plant - Zebulon		14
US - Yarn plant - Senoia		47
US - Nonwoven plant - Senoia
US - Headquarters - Union City
Global totals		805

*Megaliter (ML), where 1 ML equals 1,000 m³ (≈264,000 US gallons)

VSME code B6_35: Water withdrawal at sites located in areas of high water-stress.

Water stress	EU - Dyeing and Finishing plant - Nijverdal	US - Dyeing and Finishing plant - Molena
Water stress	2025	2025
Water source	Ground water	Surface water
Water withdrawn into the boundaries of permit (%)	55%	70%
Projected Water stress (Value in year - 2030)*	Low (<10%)	Low-Medium (10-20%)
Projected Water stress (Value in year - 2050)*	Low (<10%)	Low-Medium (10-20%)