About Sonovia

Founded in 2014, Sonovia is a pioneering
technology company transforming the
textile industry with sustainable
innovations. We specialize in advanced
dyeing and finishing solutions combining
eco-friendly chemistry and sustainable
production processes.

Sonovia's Timeline

R&D launched for indigo denim dyeing using ultrasonic technology.

2021

Eco-friendly solution combining a unique & stable indigo dye with an ultrasonic machine

2022

Kering supports the

technology and enters

into a tech evaluation

agreement.

2023

Tech installation at PureDenim renowned Italian denim producer for luxury brands. Start of global commercialization

2024

The Problem

Traditional denim dyeing processes are environmentally harmful and inefficient.

Traditional denim dyeing processes use significant water, depleting resources and straining the environment in water-scarce areas.

01. High Water Consumption

The use of toxic dyes and chemicals causes serious water pollution, contaminating ecosystems and harming local communities.

02. Chemical Pollution

Traditional methods demand high energy

for heating and processing, leading to
significant carbon emissions and high
operational costs.

03. Energy Inefficiency

The Solution

Sonovia's ultrasonic denim dyeing technology reduces CO2 emissions by 60%, water usage by 85%, and eliminates toxic waste, with high cost efficiency.

Revolutionary technology using ultrasonic waves for dye infusion. No reduction & oxidation process with same quality standards.

Disruptive.

Eco-friendly process with significantly lower CO2 emissions, water savings, and no toxic waste management

Sustainable.

Cost Efficiency: Lower energy and operational costs. High Quality: Consistent, vibrant colors with fewer dye baths.

Profitable.

SONOVIA'S Nature-Dyed Revolution

We master the use of ultrasonic cavitation jet-streams to effectively infuse textiles with desired chemistries

SOURCE : MADE2FLOW LCA REPORT

The Technology

Competitive Analysis

1	Scouring
2	Washing	The TRADITIONAL Process
3	Oxidation	Massive Use of Water
4	Reduction Neutralization	Use of Toxic Chemistry
		Waste of Energy
5		High Emissions of CO2
6	Sizing	High Production Waste
7	Drying
8	Waste Management

Lean Line Only 1 Dye Bath No Pre-Dyeing No REDOX Process No Hydrosulfite Use Massive space and resources saving Our D(Y)ENIM® Solution

9 Single-step Sono-dyeing

Drying

Sizing

Fixation

Only 1 Dyeing Bath

Up to 18 Baths

How it Works

Sonovia's technology leverage the Sono-chemistry, by using high-frequency sound waved that impulse indigo particles to embed the yarn.

Ultrasonic Infusion

The Market

Business Model

"RAZOR+RAZOR-BLADE"

RECURRING PROPRIETARY

Upgrade existing lines CHEMICALS by reducing dye baths from 12 to 1 or 2, adding ultrasound equipment,

or

Implement a new, shorter line with any machinery provider.

ONE-TIME

Market Opportunity

The Market

Align with worldwide sustainability targets
Provide solutions to upcoming regulations
Help to enhance ESG Reports for brands
Improve flexibility for small batches and nearshoring

Target Segments

Competitive Advantage

Targeting High -end fashion brands
Gucci, Balenciaga, and Yves Saint Laurent
Approaching retailers and the mass market brands as a second step

Go -To -Market Strategy

Eco -friendly chemistry
Cost efficient
Low CAPEX
Quick ROI
International Patents

Trilateral partnership between Sonovia, the brand, and the mill
Replicate previous success with Kering & PureDenim
Build a corporation with suppliers of textile dyeing machines and chemistry

Market Opportunity

Denim Market \$64 Billion [2023]

Indigo Dyes \$1.3 Billion [2023]

Environmental Regulations in the Denim Industry

EU Green Deal: Focus on reducing water use, waste, and promoting circular economy practices. Digital Product Passport: Tracks product origin, materials, and environmental impact.

Europe:

Policies promote zero-liquid discharge and advanced effluent treatment to protect water bodies.

India

Sustainability aligned with EU standards, emphasizing water savings and CO2 reduction. Turkey:

Strengthened wastewater

standards with a push for

waterless dyeing

technologies.

China:

effluent treatment and

adoption of eco-

friendly dyeing

Focus on stricter Vietnam & Bangladesh:

methods due to

industry pressures.

Environmental Regulations in the Denim Industry

Our Collaborators

An elite Italian denim fabric developer and manufacturer serving the global elite luxury brands. Asissts with dye quality evaluations.

The world's most renowned innovation platform for textile tech start-ups. Invested in Sonovia and greatly contributes in business development and connections to global leading brands.