In addition ODLO produces quality products with a long lifespan, not”throw-away products." The latest product innovation is a sportswear range called “evolution greentec” which is designated as a raw material through the use of pure polyester spinning waste and at the same time is 100% dedicated to function. Through the use of these recycled polyester fibres 29% less water is used in the production of greentec; the CO2 emissions equivalent of polyester is significantly lower than it is for cotton and wool.”Norwegian roots - Swiss homeland
In 1946 sports-enthusiast Odd Roar Lofterød senior founded the ODLO Company in Norway and started producing women's underwear. Additionally the company's founder developed special training tights made of Helanca fibre for his son Odd Roar junior who was a member of the youth speed skating team in order to protect him from the cold.
As a leading manufacturer of all types of functional sportswear, the Swiss company ODLO International AG has for many years been synonymous with #
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