The global leader in the production of fabrics, interlinings, and internal components for clothing confirms its commitment to reducing consumption and respecting the environment with a series of concrete actions on an environmental, product, and social governance level.
CEO Gianluca Tanzi: “We want to play a leading role in the sustainable transformation of the textile industry.”
Paris, 11 June 2025. Chargeurs PCC, the global leader in the production of fabrics, interlinings, and internal components for clothing, unveils a new ESG strategy. This plan aims to cut CO2 emissions by 46% by 2030, develop products using a circular approach to reduce water use, chemical treatments and microplastic dispersion, protect biodiversity, and enhance corporate social responsibility through stringent supply chain oversight. A solid strategy, based on measurable data and integrated actions along the entire value chain.
“As a global company operating across five continents, we feel the responsibility to lead the transition to a more sustainable future,” states Gianluca Tanzi, Chairman and CEO of Chargeurs PCC. “Our mission is to act as pioneers and game changers, playing a leading role in the transformation of the textile industry. We want to continue innovating, providing our customers with solutions that merge excellence and awareness. This is why we are pursuing a series of real and concrete commitments that will impact not only within our company but also throughout our supply chain, addressing environmental concerns, product innovation, and social responsibility.”
At the heart of the ESG plan is a drive to significantly reduce the company’s carbon footprint. Chargeurs PCC aims to cut its CO2 emissions by 46% by 2030. Concrete steps are already underway: at the historic Lainière de Picardie site in Péronne, operations have been restructured for greater efficiency, replacing steam systems with hot water, and installing advanced machinery. These changes led to an 11% emissions reduction in 2024 alone. In parallel, since December 2024, the company has engaged its suppliers to map emissions.
A cornerstone of Chargeurs PCC’s sustainability strategy is its unwavering commitment to the “Local for Local” model. This approach reflects a long-term vision of responsible, regionally rooted growth. It means developing projects, sourcing materials, and working with suppliers directly within each region to support local economies and reduce environmental impact—building a more agile and transparent supply chain.
In terms of product innovation, Chargeurs PCC continues to advance its sustainable product range. The Sustainable 360 collection is expanding, offering certified products made from natural, bio-based and recycled fibres. These materials are designed to reduce water use, chemical treatments, waste, and microplastic dispersion. The company confirms its ongoing efforts to reduce microplastic pollution throughout its product lifecycle.
Recent innovations include 100% monomaterial polyester interlinings, enabling easier recycling, and the ‘Zero Dye Water’ interlining range — dyed without the use of water — which is already available in 19 colour variants in France. This process significantly conserves water and aligns with broader environmental goals. In 2024, the company also carried out a water risk assessment at all its production sites using the World Resources Institute’s Aqueduct tool, identifying priority areas for further action.
Biodiversity preservation is another pillar of Chargeurs PCC’s green path. Lainière de Picardie maintains 75% of its grounds as protected natural habitat. In 2024, Chargeurs PCC launched a reforestation initiative in Brazil, partnering with WeForest to plant 1,500 trees. The company also took part in COP16 Biodiversity in Cali and has entered additional ecosystem restoration collaborations across the globe.
On the social front, Chargeurs PCC is strengthening supply chain transparency. By 2024, 80% of its suppliers had undergone SMETA audits, with plans underway to extend assessments across the entire chain. The company also provides its customers with Transaction Certificates (TCs), ensuring raw material traceability and production integrity.
Another milestone of the company’s commitment is represented by the Restricted Substances List (RSL). The R&D department at Chargeurs PCC is developing an internal blacklist of unsustainable components. This is a voluntary measure that currently finds 60% of products and 90% of substances are already compliant, with no other company in the sector having undertaken it yet. A further confirmation of the company’s vocation to be a leader in the industry’s green transition.
