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Aqualung designs ‘eco-friendly’ wetsuit collection

28/04/2021
Aqualung designs ‘eco-friendly’ wetsuit collection

Diving and watersports brand Aqualung has created a collection of wetsuits that eschew plastics and reflect its commitment to “innovation, discovery and sustainability”. The XSCAPE wetsuits use Yulex instead of neoprene. This composite material is made of a natural rubber core layer, laminated with water-based glue and a fabric made of recycled...

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