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New York, NY

Expanding sustainable travel gear offerings and global market presence.

• Sustainable Materials: Solgaard uses Shore-Tex and Shore-Plast made from recycled ocean-bound plastic in its products.
• Award-Winning Design: The company has received accolades such as TIME Magazine’s Best Inventions and Red Dot Awards.
• Global Expansion Plans: Plans include launching new product lines and expanding retail presence in Europe and Asia.
• B Corporation Certification: Solgaard meets high standards of social and environmental impact as a certified B Corporation.
• Strategic Collaborations: The company has collaborated with notable figures and institutions like Simon Sinek and MoMA Design Store.

Solgaard is raising funds to expand its product lines and enhance its global presence. The company plans to introduce new innovations such as aluminum luggage and women’s work bags by 2026. Additionally, Solgaard aims to open direct-to-consumer stores and increase its wholesale distribution. The company is also focusing on international growth, particularly in Europe and Asia, to meet rising global demand.

Solgaard is known for its sustainable travel gear, utilizing proprietary materials like Shore-Tex and Shore-Plast made from recycled ocean-bound plastic. The company has received numerous awards for its innovative designs, including recognition from TIME Magazine and Red Dot Awards. Solgaard’s commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated by its B Corporation certification and its efforts to clean up ocean plastic through the Solgaard-Nyx Foundation.

Company Info

Solgaard creates sustainable travel gear with innovative designs, focusing on reducing environmental impact and enhancing user experience.

Solgaard designs and produces sustainable travel gear and accessories, integrating Scandinavian design with innovative problem-solving. The company focuses on creating products that reduce day-to-day friction for travelers, such as their FlowCloset® system, which allows users to organize and access their belongings without unpacking. Solgaard is committed to sustainability, utilizing materials like Shore-Tex® and Shore-Plast™, made from recycled ocean-bound plastics, and is a certified B Corporation.

Solgaard has collaborated with notable figures and institutions, including MoMA Design Store and StarTalk by Neil deGrasse Tyson, to create exclusive products. The company has been recognized with awards such as TIME’s Best Inventions and the Red Dot Design Award. Solgaard’s impact-driven model includes initiatives to remove plastic waste from oceans, with each purchase contributing to this effort. Their strategic partnerships and innovative designs aim to meet the growing global demand for sustainable travel solutions.