Textile

Sustainable Water Management for Efficient Textile Manufacturing

Overview

Water is one of the most critical resources in textile manufacturing. From fabric preparation, dyeing, bleaching, washing, and finishing processes to utility systems such as boilers and cooling towers, water quality directly impacts production efficiency, product consistency, operating costs, and environmental compliance.

As textile manufacturers face increasing pressure to reduce water consumption, wastewater discharge, and energy usage, effective water treatment becomes a strategic business advantage. Kurita provides integrated solutions that help textile facilities optimize production processes, protect critical utility equipment, improve wastewater performance, and advance sustainability initiatives while maintaining product quality and operational reliability.

INDUSTRY CHALLENGE

High Water Consumption in Textile

Textile manufacturing is one of the most water-intensive industrial sectors.

Large volumes of water are required throughout dyeing, washing, rinsing, and finishing operations.

A. Key Impacts
  • Rising water costs
  • Increasing water scarcity risks
  • Sustainability target pressures
B. Wastewater Compliance

Textile wastewater often contains:

  • Dyes and pigments
  • High COD and BOD levels
  • Suspended solids
  • Chemicals and auxiliaries


Manufacturers face increasingly stringent environmental regulations across Southeast Asia.

C. Product Quality Consistency

Variations in water quality can impact:

  • Color consistency
  • Dye uptake
  • Fabric appearance
  • Product defects and rework
D. Boiler & Cooling System Challenges

Scale, corrosion, and fouling within utility systems can result in:

  • Increased energy consumption
  • Equipment damage
  • Production interruptions
  • Higher maintenance costs
E. Sustainability & ESG Expectations

Global fashion brands increasingly require suppliers to demonstrate:

  • Water stewardship
  • Wastewater compliance
  • Carbon reduction initiatives
  • Sustainable manufacturing practices
WHY KURITA

How Kurita Can help

Optimize Process Water Quality

Kurita helps textile manufacturers maintain stable water quality required for consistent dyeing, bleaching, and finishing performance. Benefits are improved production quality, reduced chemical consumption, and enhanced process stability.

Protect Boilers, Cooling, and RO Systems

Kurita's chemical and monitoring solutions protect utility assets from: corrosion, scale formation, deposits, microbiological growth; resulting in improved reliability and energy efficiency.

Improve Wastewater Treatment Performance

Our treatment technologies help facilities meet discharge requirements while reducing operational costs. Applications: Primary treatment, secondary treatment, sludge reduction, and water reuse systems

Enable Water Reuse & Conservation

Kurita assists textile manufacturers in minimizing freshwater demand through: Water recycling, reuse optimization, blowdown reduction, and effluent recovery, that are suitable to achieve SDGs purposes.

Kurita Solutions for Textile Industry

Ensure high-quality water for:

  • Dyeing operations
  • Bleaching processes
  • Washing systems
  • Finishing applications
Typical Objectives

✅ Suspended solids reduction

✅ Hardness control

✅ Stable water quality

✅ Improved process consistency

Optimize steam generation systems through:

  • Scale prevention
  • Corrosion protection
  • Deposit control
  • Efficiency improvement
Benefits:
  • Reduced fuel consumption
  • Increased boiler reliability
  • Extended equipment life

Protect cooling towers and chillers through:

  • Corrosion control
  • Scale inhibition
  • Biological control
  • Digital monitoring
Benefits:
  • Improved heat transfer
  • Lower electricity use
  • Reduced maintenance

Support environmental and sustainability goals through:

Coagulation & Flocculation
Water Clarification
  • Suspended solids removal
  • Color reduction
Sludge Management
  • Dewatering improvement
  • Disposal cost reduction

Help facilities move toward sustainable manufacturing through:

  • Water recovery systems
  • Recycle and reuse strategies
  • Freshwater reduction initiatives
  • Resource conservation programs
WHERE KURITA CREATES VALUE

Our Value Creation in Textile Process

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SUPPORT AREA

Industries We Support

  • Textile Mills
  • Garment Manufacturers
  • Fabric Dyeing Facilities
  • Knitting Operations
  • Weaving Plants
  • Synthetic Fiber
  • Manufacturers
  • Textile Finishing Plants
  • Integrated Apparel
  • Manufacturing Facilities
SUSTAINABILITY & ESG IMPACT

Supporting Sustainable Textile Manufacturing

Kurita helps textile manufacturers achieve:

  • Reduced water footprint
  • Increased water reuse rates
  • Lower energy consumption
  • Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
  • Improved environmental compliance
  • Enhanced sustainability reporting performance


Supporting the transition toward more responsible and resource-efficient textile production.

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Tetsuya Teramoto

Tetsuya Teramoto

Managing Director, Kurita R&D Asia Pte. Ltd.

Mr. Tetsuya Teramoto has served as Managing Director of Kurita R&D Asia Pte. Ltd. since 2024. Since joining Kurita Water Industries in 2006, he has accumulated nearly 20 years of experience in technology strategy, research and development, and business innovation, including investments in startup companies.

Throughout his career, Mr. Teramoto has led development projects across Japan, China, and the United States. Since 2023, he has been based in Singapore, where he has focused on accelerating technology development aligned with ASEAN market needs, strengthening partnerships with startups, universities, and other ecosystem stakeholders, and driving the creation of emerging solutions that contribute to the Kurita Group’s growth.

Mr. Teramoto holds a Master’s degree in Biosystem Studies from the University of Tsukuba, Japan. Leveraging his expertise in both research and development and business strategy, he is committed to driving innovation that transforms technology into business value and sustainable growth opportunities.

Zackariya

Mohamad Zackariya

Managing Director, Kurita (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.

Mr. Mohamad Zackariya has served as Managing Director of Kurita (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. since April 2023, capping a distinguished career of more than 25 years with the company. A Singaporean national, he joined Kurita Singapore in 1998 as a Design Engineer in the Plant Division and progressed through a series of leadership roles, including Manager, General Manager, Director, and ultimately Managing Director. His extensive experience has played a key role in strengthening the company’s technical capabilities, customer partnerships, and business growth across the region.

Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management from Singapore Institute of Management, Mr. Zackariya combines deep technical expertise with strong business leadership. He is committed to advancing Kurita’s mission of creating shared value through innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable water solutions that support customers and industries throughout Southeast Asia.

Masato Hirai

Masato Hirai

Chief Administration Officer, ASEAN Regional

Mr. Masato Hirai serves as ASEAN Regional Chief Administration Officer at Kurita, a role he has held since 2023. With more than 25 years of experience in corporate administration, financial planning, and business operations, he brings extensive expertise in supporting organizational growth, strengthening governance, and driving operational excellence across international business environments.

Mr. Hirai joined Kurita Group in 2021 and has held leadership positions in Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. Throughout his career, he has been responsible for financial planning and analysis, business administration, and the management of cross-functional corporate operations. He has also supported overseas subsidiaries across Asia, Europe, and North America, contributing to the development of effective business practices and strong stakeholder relationships. Prior to joining Kurita, he held management and planning roles at several multinational manufacturing and chemical companies.

Known for his strategic vision and collaborative approach to leadership, Mr. Hirai is committed to strengthening organizational performance and creating long-term sustainable growth. Currently based in Indonesia, he leverages extensive international experience to support Kurita’s regional development and business transformation initiatives. He graduated from Hitotsubashi University, Japan, with a Bachelor of Social Sciences degree in 1999.

Toshiaki Nakai

Toshiaki Nakai

General Director, Kurita-GK Vietnam Co. Ltd.

Mr. Toshiaki Nakai serves as General Director of Kurita-GK Vietnam Co. Ltd., a position he has held since April 2026. With more than 20 years of experience at Kurita, he has developed extensive expertise in water treatment solutions, business development, and customer partnership management across a wide range of industrial sectors, including general manufacturing, oil refining, and steel production.

Since joining Kurita Water Industries Ltd. in 2004 as a Sales Engineer, Mr. Nakai has supported customers in optimizing water use, enhancing operational efficiency, and advancing sustainability initiatives. He later expanded his leadership responsibilities in Indonesia, serving as General Manager of PT. Kurita Indonesia from 2022 to 2025 and Senior General Manager from 2025 to 2026, where he contributed to the company’s growth and strengthened its market presence.

Mr. Nakai holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from Kobe University, Japan, graduating in 2004.

Toshinori Maema

Toshinori Maema

President Director, P.T. Kurita Indonesia

Mr. Toshinori Maema has served as President Director of PT. Kurita Indonesia since 2025, bringing over 20 years of experience in sales, marketing, technical, and business leadership within the water treatment industry. Having worked across Asia, Europe, and North America, he offers a global perspective on customer engagement, organizational development, and sustainable business growth.

Since joining the Kurita Group in 2004, Mr. Maema has held leadership positions at various Kurita companies in China, Europe, Japan, and Avista Technologies in the United States, where he served as President & CEO from 2023 to 2025 to focus on global initiatives to expand the Kurita reverse osmosis chemicals business. With more than half of his career spent outside Japan, he has developed extensive experience in leading multicultural teams and driving business growth across diverse markets.

Mr. Maema holds a degree in Biochemistry from Aoyama Gakuin University and completed the Leadership on Change program at IESE Business School. Fluent in Japanese, English, and Chinese, with elementary proficiency in German, he is passionate about fostering collaboration across cultures. Outside of work, he enjoys a wide range of sports, including golf, baseball, soccer, and basketball.