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Alchemie Technology Fast Tracks Japan Expansion through EIT Calling2Scale Gunma Programme

• By  Textile Excellence
• December 03, 2025

Alchemie Technology, the Cambridge based cleantech company known for its water-free digital dyeing and finishing systems, has taken a major step toward establishing a strong presence in Japan after being selected for the EIT Global Outreach Calling2Scale Gunma Programme. The initiative, launched by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology in partnership with the Governor of Gunma, positions Alchemie among a select group of European innovators ready to support Japan’s shift toward low impact, electrified textile manufacturing.

Japan is intensifying its focus on cleaner production, opening a significant window for Alchemie to introduce its production ready Endeavour and Novara systems. Both platforms use precision digital liquid application to replace conventional dyeing and finishing processes that rely on heavy water use, thermal energy and chemical immersion. Endeavour delivers deep, controlled colour application while reducing water consumption by up to 95%, cutting energy use by as much as 85% and lowering CO2 emissions dramatically. Novara supports non-contact finishing that enables selective, two sided and shape based chemical application using up to 50% less chemistry and no wastewater.

Alchemie’s team has begun engaging with Japanese mills to run pilot trials, validate use cases and co-develop solutions aligned with Japan’s ESG goals. The company already has a strong base in Taiwan and views the Gunma programme as a gateway to broader expansion across Asia.

Dr Alan Hudd, Founder of Alchemie, said the visit to Gunma confirmed the strong alignment between Japanese industry priorities and digital dyeing innovation. He added that Japan, which played a key role in the evolution of inkjet textile printing, is now poised to lead in the digitisation of dyeing and finishing. Alchemie aims to build long term partnerships in Japan as demand rises for sustainable, electrified and production ready dyeing technologies. 

Dr Alan Hudd, Founder of Alchemie, said the visit to Gunma confirmed the strong alignment between Japanese industry priorities and digital dyeing innovation. He added that Japan, which played a key role in the evolution of inkjet textile printing, is now poised to lead in the digitisation of dyeing and finishing.