Balena Yearly End Review
As we close the chapter on 2024, we at Balena want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude. This year has been one of incredible innovation, collaboration, and progress—achieved thanks to the unwavering support of our community of designers, partners, and innovators like you. Together, we’ve made remarkable strides toward building a more sustainable future, and as we step into 2025, our vision feels more within reach than ever.
Let's take a look back!
Global Recognition in Media
Our work has garnered attention from top-tier publications like the Financial Times, Dezeen, The Guardian, Fast Company, and Forbes. These features have amplified our shared message of innovation and circularity, spotlighting our mission to redefine industries for a more sustainable future.
Prestigious Awards and Accolades
This year, we celebrated extraordinary milestones, including:
These awards underscore our commitment to setting new standards in material innovation and design excellence.
Partnerships Driving Change
Balena joined forces with Fashion for Good, aligning with global leaders to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. Our collaborations with trailblazing brands showcased how seamlessly bio-based, circular materials can integrate into existing workflows, paving the way for scalable, sustainable solutions.
Stella McCartney: BioCirFlex Sole used in the S-Wave Sport trainer, debuted as part of Stella McCartney's Autumn 2025 collection.
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Vivobarefoot: ?The world's first 3D-printed compostable shoe.
Lemon Jelly:? The first fully compostable handbag.
Groundbreaking Projects
From visionary 3D designs by Brigitte Kock and Zulu Kuki to the unparalleled versatility of our BioCir? materials, we’ve delivered fully circular solutions across industries, including footwear, apparel, and accessories. These projects highlight the unique potential of 3D printing to revolutionize design while staying true to our commitment to sustainability and performance.
This year, we celebrated the official launch of Balena.Filaflex, a next-generation fully circular 3D printing filament that combines Balena’s BioCir? Flex3D material with Recreus’s expertise in flexible 3D printing. Designed for sustainability-driven 3D printing innovators, Balena.Filaflex empowered creators to explore new frontiers in circular design. Available through the Recreus website, this milestone marked a significant step forward in making sustainable 3D printing materials accessible worldwide.
Looking Ahead
As we enter 2025, our determination to innovate, collaborate, and drive meaningful impact is stronger than ever.?
Here’s to another year of growth, innovation, and positive change. We look forward to the success of 2025.