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Where to play soccer in Lyon?
From lively city stadiums to indoor complexes and accessible lawns, there's no shortage of options for playing soccer in Lyon. We'll tell you all about it in this article.
And if you want to go further
Recycled polyester is an advanced form of traditional polyester, one of the most widely used materials in the textile industry and many other sectors. Unlike virgin polyester, which is made from raw oil resources, recycled polyester is derived from the reclamation of pre-existing plastic waste, such as PET bottles, car tires or plastic packaging. This ingenious recycling process gives a second life to materials otherwise destined for incineration, landfill or the pollution of our oceans.
First of all, in our sector, consumption of textile fibers and sports fabrics has risen steadily in recent years, and will continue to do so (at a rate of around 3% higher per year between now and 2030). The main reasons for this are the increase in the amount of time spent practising sport, due in particular to easier access to sport and growing awareness of well-being and time for oneself. To date, sports textiles are mainly made from standard polyester (more than half the fibers used in the textile world) or nylon.
From a more global point of view, the production of virgin textiles and plastic materials is heavy in terms of energy consumption and natural resources, while generating significant greenhouse gas emissions. Standard polyester is derived from petroleum, making it a highly polluting material. Recycled polyester, on the other hand, offers a more environmentally-friendly alternative. By recycling plastic waste, we reduce our dependence on oil, limit carbon emissions and contribute to the preservation of our fragile ecosystem.
And that's not all. By opting for recycled polyester, we also reduce the volume of plastic waste ending up in landfills and oceans, thus limiting the harmful impact on marine life and ecosystems.
By opting for recycled polyester, we have the opportunity to make an informed choice in support of more sustainable practices in the sportswear industry, and to help preserve our planet for future generations.
The polyester recycling process begins with the collection of polyester waste, mainly from PET bottles, plastic packaging and textile waste. Separate collection systems in many countries facilitate the sorting and recovery of these specific types of waste, and direct them to recycling centers.
Once collected, polyester waste undergoes careful sorting to remove contaminants such as paper labels, plastic caps and other non-recyclable materials. The waste is then carefully washed to remove residues and impurities, guaranteeing quality material for the subsequent recycling process.
After washing, the polyester waste is ground into small particles. These chips are then heated to high temperatures to melt them and transform them into a semi-liquid substance known as "melt".
The resulting melt is extruded through thin holes to form continuous threads. These yarns are then cooled and solidified to produce recycled polyester strands. These new recycled polyester yarns can then be used to manufacture textiles.
At NOLTwe're committed to eco-responsible values and environmental protection. That's why we only offer textiles made from recycled polyester and manufactured in Europe.
Our polyester yarn is made from PET bottles collected from the Mediterranean Sea in collaboration with fishermen's associations.
These recovered polymer shavings are then washed and shredded in Spain with SEAQUAL, then heated to become molten shavings and extruded into yarn. In our workshops in Portugal and Italy, this yarn is textured and woven to transform it into virgin fabric, which finally gives life to the sports equipment we offer (a range of sports shirts, shorts, socks, tracksuits...).
When the jersey design was created by the excellent Clément Thiery @saintetixx, who offers exceptional made-to-measure graphics, the printing process used was sublimation, which is much more environmentally friendly than dyeing, which requires greater energy consumption. At a high temperature of between 180° and 210° and accompanied by strong pressure, the water-based ink is impregnated directly onto the jersey and solidifies within it to pigment it.
As part of our commitment to preserving the environment throughout the production process, we also recycle production offcuts and end-of-life jerseys into more eco-responsible solutions. Our ambition is to continue improving this process, which we have called R-SHAPE.
The numbers that will sink you
Seaqual® is a 100% recycled polyester, 10% of whose materials come from ocean waste (fishing nets, plastic bottles recovered from the oceans, etc.). This is the polyester we use at NOLT.
This waste is collected by fishermen and organizations on the beaches of Europe, around the Mediterranean and on the west coast of Africa.
Seaqual® Yarn is GRS (Global Recycled Standard) and Oeko-Tex 100 certified.
Seaqual® remains a synthetic material: even when recycled, it is still responsible for plastic micro-particle pollution. *
So, recycled polyester is a no-brainer now, isn't it?
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From lively city stadiums to indoor complexes and accessible lawns, there's no shortage of options for playing soccer in Lyon. We'll tell you all about it in this article.
And if you want to go further
Where to play soccer in Marseille? Did you know that Marseille offers much more than beaches and creeks? Over 100 amateur and association tournaments have already been organized here. Visit
