What began as a bold scientific idea has grown into Amphico, a cutting-edge material science startup based in London, dedicated to reshaping the textile industry. With a team spanning science, design, and engineering, Amphico is developing PFAS-free, mono-material textiles that are not only waterproof and breathable, but also fully recyclable.
Central to this mission is the use of machine learning to solve one of sustainable fashion’s biggest challenges: achieving vibrant, customisable colours while drastically reducing water use and carbon emissions. This breakthrough would not have been possible without the support of Innovate UK’s REforMM programme, which has played a vital role in accelerating Amphico’s journey from concept to scalable innovation.
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