Arkema, a global leader in high-performance specialty materials, will be present at ISPO Munich 2025, highlighting its legacy products and latest innovations designed to enhance performance, and sustainability in the sports industry.
Arkema has been a trusted partner to the sports industry for decades, supporting leading brands with advanced materials that combine performance, lightness, and sustainability. From running shoes to ski equipment and technical apparel, our polymers help push the boundaries of innovation while enabling more responsible product design."
Run lighter, go further: introducing Pebax® EVA+ material for footwear midsoles
Arkema is proud to unveil its new advanced Pebax® EVA+ grades, specifically designed for foam midsoles in running, trail and athletic shoes. These compounds fit seamlessly into standard EVA processing workflows, boosting the performance with Pebax® TPE without requiring changes to existing molds or equipment. Pebax® EVA+ foams offer an attractive cost/performance balance, setting a new benchmark in performance among EVA-based compounds.
Permanent antistatic Pebax® TPE: the future of safety shoes materials
Arkema will present its new permanent antistatic Pebax® TPE grade, designed for use in safety shoe foams for sensitive manufacturing environments, clean rooms or data centers. This innovative material combines lightweight comfort with electrostatic discharge protection, helping manufacturers meet stringent safety standards without compromising on performance or design.
Strategic partnership with Movmenta: smart sensors for connected footwear
Arkema continues to push the boundaries of innovation through its strategic partnership with Movmenta, a sport-tech startup developing battery-free smart sensors for running shoes. The SOLLO sensor, weighing just 1,5g, is embedded in the sole and connects to an app to provide real-time performance insights to runners by tracking the wear evolution of the foam. This collaboration reflects Arkema’s commitment to material performance, digital innovation, and enhanced user experience in sports equipment.
With decades of expertise and a strong focus on sustainability, Arkema continues to support the sports industry with cutting-edge materials that enable lighter, stronger, and smarter products.