European Union Programs
Gtannery is a proud recepient of EU funded grants
“KMM PLUS” Sp. z o.o. has received funding from the European Funds for the project titled
“Development of a technology for processing leather trimmings from finished leathers into a finishing coating for leather, and implementation of a technology for leather finishing and coating using paper-based carriers of finishing agents.”
The project includes the following modules:
R&D (Research and Development)
In the R&D module, we will conduct research to develop a technology for processing leather trimmings from finished leathers into a finishing coating for leather. As a result of this module, we will produce:
- leathers for the furniture industry,
- leathers for footwear uppers, including military field boots.
The target market for these leather products made from waste materials includes companies manufacturing leather goods—particularly for furniture production and footwear, including military footwear.
INNOVATION IMPLEMENTATION
In this module, we will implement the results of our independently conducted R&D work, involving the development of a unique method for producing a new type of leather using environmentally friendly technology that also enhances the durability of the leather during use.
As part of the project, a production line for this new type of leather will be purchased.
These leathers will be targeted at medium and large footwear manufacturers in Europe, as well as leather goods factories located especially near Poland’s borders, where purchasing from distant tanneries presents logistical challenges.
DIGITIZATION
In the digitization module, we will develop a production management system and purchase the necessary fixed assets to support the company’s digital transformation.
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
This module includes the purchase of a heat and humidity recovery system equipped with temperature and humidity sensors, photovoltaic panels, a heat recovery system, and the construction of a wastewater pre-treatment facility.
INTERNATIONALIZATION
In this module, we will promote our products—secondary products owned by the company, developed through the innovation implementation module and R&D work—at trade fairs and outbound missions.
The goal of the project is to enhance the company’s competitiveness by increasing the innovativeness of its product offering and aligning it with the needs and expectations of customers.
The expected result of the project is the implementation of a new, environmentally friendly production technology.
The project will contribute to achieving the objectives of the FENG program and Priority 1: strengthening research and innovation capacities and promoting the use of advanced technologies.
EU funding for the project: PLN 2,932,593.27
Total project value: PLN 5,804,668.50