In celebration of three decades of innovation and leadership, Jeanologia hosted the NextGen Summit, uniting the world’s leading denim manufacturers under one roof. This landmark event served as a platform to inspire and equip future leaders from family-owned businesses in the denim industry with the tools needed to drive sustainable, technological, and collaborative progress.
Held at Jeanologia’s headquarters in Valencia and other key textile hubs in Spain, the summit provided an exclusive opportunity for emerging leaders to exchange insights with industry experts and brands. It marked the first time the sector’s key players gathered to discuss the future of the industry, addressing major issues such as sustainability, digitalization, and automation.
An Engaging and Impactful Program
The NextGen Summit featured a dynamic program designed to maximize learning and interaction. Highlights included:
- Inspirational Talks – Industry leaders shared their experiences and insights, emphasizing generational transition and industry transformation.
- Interactive Workshops – Participants explored innovative solutions to industry challenges.
- Open Debates – Engaging discussions fostered dialogue between key stakeholders.
A standout moment of the event was the keynote speech by Bart Sights, Head of Innovation at Levi’s. He shared his journey from working alongside his father as a supplier to leading innovation at one of the most influential denim brands. His message encouraged attendees to embrace change and leverage new technologies to accelerate transformation.
Another key highlight was a visit to Mango’s headquarters, paying tribute to its founder, Isak Andic. Andrés Fernández, Head of Sustainability & Sourcing, shared Mango’s vision and sustainability strategies, sparking meaningful discussions. Additionally, a session at another leading Spanish retailer provided further insights into the industry’s future, encouraging open dialogue on the sector’s challenges and opportunities.
Driving a Collaborative and Digital Future
Beyond knowledge sharing, the NextGen Summit fostered collaboration, creating a space for industry leaders to connect and evolve together. Young leaders established lasting relationships and committed to advancing a more responsible and efficient industry model. This newly formed community will continue to exchange ideas beyond the event, reinforcing Jeanologia’s mission to build a more transparent and cooperative textile ecosystem.
A Movement for Industry Transformation
“The NextGen Summit marks the beginning of a global movement. We have built a community where the next generation of textile leaders can openly share challenges and solutions, driving change in a responsible and innovative way. Now, it is up to us to transform the industry with a fresh mindset, new approaches, and a commitment to a better future,” stated Pepa Silla, a young leader at Jeanologia.
Jeanologia remains committed to empowering future industry leaders. Building on the success of the NextGen Summit, the company plans to host future editions of the event, solidifying its position as a catalyst for digital, automated, and sustainable transformation.
Jeanologia: 30 Years of Sustainable Innovation
Since its founding, Jeanologia has been dedicated to transforming the textile industry into a more ethical, sustainable, and efficient model. The company collaborates with brands, retailers, and suppliers to drive innovation through disruptive technologies, cutting-edge software, and new operational models.
Jeanologia’s groundbreaking solutions—including laser technology, G2 ozone, Dancing Box, e-flow, H2Zero, and ColorBox—have redefined garment design and finishing standards. These innovations eliminate polluting processes while drastically reducing water, energy, and chemical usage. As a result, Jeanologia has saved millions of liters of water and removed harmful substances from the production process, making sustainable textile manufacturing a reality.
In 2025, Jeanologia celebrates its legacy of 30 years in sustainable innovation. From revolutionizing denim finishing with laser technology in 1999 to pioneering sustainable garment dyeing, the company continues to lead the industry toward an eco-efficient and ethical future. Looking ahead, Jeanologia remains committed to its Mission Zero initiative: eliminating water and toxic chemicals from garment finishing worldwide.
