OrthoLite®, a global leader in high-performance and comfort shoe solutions, announces the expansion of its European hub, OrthoLite Europa (OEU).
This increased commitment in Europe supports OrthoLite’s unique international vertical integration strategy and investment in its owned and managed facilities. The company continues to promote best manufacturing practices and consistency across all production regions, enabling OrthoLite to maintain almost total control over its supply chain and production.
“Our commitment to investing in our international manufacturing footprint brings agility and reliability to OrthoLite’s brand partners and our T1 factory partners,” stated Richard Bevan, Vice President of International Operations at OrthoLite. “Our factory in Spain is a crucial European hub for our EU partners. With our production demand growing, we are continuously building excellence in capacity, customer service, technological advancement, and unmatched responsiveness as a strategic supply partner.”
The expansion of OEU enhances capacity, innovation, and local production solutions for OrthoLite’s European brands. Continued investments in cutting-edge technologies will foster innovation in manufacturing and infrastructure, while boosting production capacity and operational efficiency. The factory will expand optimized production lines, incorporate more automation, and continually modernize facilities and equipment requirements.
OrthoLite brand partners can expect the highest levels of service and quality, supported by OrthoLite’s ongoing commitment to invest in its European production. A range of new technologies will enable brand customization and expand installed capacities in the EU to meet growing demand for technically advanced designs and premium materials in footwear.
Since 2021, OrthoLite has quadrupled its footwear production capacity in the European Union (EU) at its facilities in Almansa, Spain. OEU facilities provide increased production capacity, along with craftsmanship and expertise in leather-based solutions for EU-based partners served by OrthoLite with its insoles. OrthoLite Europa plays a critical role in speed to market. From Spain, OrthoLite can deliver to anywhere in Europe within two to four days.
OrthoLite invested in the Almansa team for their local talent and technical skills in leather work, as well as the proximity of facilities to other leather-working countries in Europe. Almansa is renowned as Spain’s footwear capital, boasting a 400-year history in footwear craftsmanship and trade.
OEU facilities are primarily dedicated to “Made in the EU” production aimed at fashion, luxury, dress, work, outdoor, trail, hiking, casual comfort, and athletic footwear brands, offering high-quality insoles as well as leather products and other technical insoles, including:
- Leather and textile lamination
- Heel counters, wedges, molded and die-cut insoles
- Handcrafted leather insoles for premium fashion brands
- ESD applications and internal testing under the SATRA TM240-2001 protocol
- OrthoLite O-Therm™, the first and only open-cell PU foam cold and heat blocking solution infused with aerogel, applicable not only as an insole but also as a strobel layer or lining.
- GRS and RCS certified products
- Investments in new lean production lines and localized foam
OrthoLite exists to provide services and resources to its group of over 550 footwear brands worldwide. As the footwear manufacturing landscape dynamically evolves and demand for specialized and sustainable innovations grows, OrthoLite expands its commitment to create and offer solutions.
About OrthoLite®
OrthoLite is the leading global provider of open-cell foam technology and the innovator and creator of Cirql™, the sustainable materials solutions provider offering the most sustainable and circular option in materials for footwear brands and their factory partners. OrthoLite’s innovative footwear solutions are available to brands that share a vision for the future of sustainable footwear. OrthoLite partners with over 550 footwear brands across all categories. The company also has a long history of significant partnerships and sponsorships demonstrating a dedicated commitment to supporting its customers, consumers, brand partners, and the footwear industry. OrthoLite is the official insole sponsor of the New York Yankees, supports The Conservation Alliance, The European Outdoor Conservation Association, and is a founding member of the Two Ten Foundation. For more information about the benefits of OrthoLite, visit www.ortholite.com.
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