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Our goal goes beyond producing the best 'Zero Waste Leather' in the world, we also aim to generate the cleanest waste water in the world.

We use water from nearby river Ätran, after forming an integrated part in our tanning process, the water passes through our innovative, state of the art treatment plant before being discharged back into the river. Purified almost to perfection with several parameters pushing 100%, it empowers Elmo the position as the obvious industry benchmark.

Downstream, a regional cleaning facility further filters the water, supplying cities on the Swedish West Coast with clean drinking water.

Beyond excelling in waste water purification, Elmo launched its industry leading ECO-model (Elmo Circular Operating) during 2021, once again driving sustainability in the tanning industry by facilitating zero process waste meaning that none of our process waste ends up in landfill enabling our unique 'Zero Waste Leather' proposition.

Now more than ever clean water access is a necessity for hygiene and health reasons, so for the sixth year running, we extend our pursuit of good quality water resources for everyone regardless of geographic location. Elmo Leather is proud to announce that our Christmas gift 2022 will go to WaterAid and the quest to facilitate safe water for everyone, everywhere.

We thank all customers and partners for an excellent cooperation during 2022. Together we contribute to a long-term, sustainable future.

Discover our updated waste water journey (click here)
Find out more about WaterAid’s work (click here)

The Koenigsegg CC850 is the ideal combination of classic design and cutting-edge technology. It is engineered to be the perfect driver’s car.
Elmo has developed a leather customized for Koenigsegg’s high performance requirements in appearance, touch and technical specifications. The leather is a smooth grain leather that adds to the luxury feel and comes in a great number of signature colours.
The CC850 features the classic Koenigsegg silhouette, while the interior is a true work of art. A reimagined classic, featuring all-new technology from Koenigsegg - with a sprinkle of retro Koenigsegg aesthetic.

Christian Von Koenigsegg:
"Clearly, we struck a chord with the connoisseurs and the fans by blending our roots with novel thinking and a timeless design that stands apart from the rest. We are humbled and grateful for the response and will do our utmost to exceed expectations."

As the year comes to an end, we would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone who participated in our design show “Origin – A Journey of Future and Past”. The show travelled to several locations in Europe and North America, bringing us close to you our valued customer, showcasing the contemporary art of leather by merging genuine craftsmanship with advanced technology - Beautiful and sustainable 'Zero Waste Leather' in perfect harmony with pioneering customization technologies.

The design show for 2023 is already in the planning stage and creative phase, we will get back with dates and venues during spring 2023 and hope that you are able to participate again. Until then we have uploaded the full film version of “Origin – A Journey of Future and Past” for your convenience. Be inspired by the latest colour trends, authentic luxury and our innovating leather propositions. Journey into a sustainable future and elevate your automotive interior design options with Elmo Leather Design show 2022 - “Origin – A Journey of future and past”- YouTube

Be authentic, be inspired, choose leather by elmo

See all new developments and colours in our Design Post showroom, during Orgatec, 25-29 October 2022.

Elmo consolidates its industry leading position within circular economy by launching a film about our unique ‘Zero Waste Leather’ concept.

The tradition of leather, refining a material made by nature is one of the oldest circular economies in the world, creating a sustainable value proposition based on upcycling.
At Elmo, we take circular economy even further with our peerless 100% circular manufacturing methodology which facilitates all our process waste to be upcycled, recycled and reused as raw material for other industries or as energy. Launched in early 2021, Elmo’s industry leading ECO-model facilitates zero process waste, which means that none of our waste ends up in landfill creating an industry unique ‘Zero Waste Leather’ value proposition – authentic and beautiful whilst reducing the CO₂ footprint.

Learn more about how we drive sustainability within the tanning industry through innovation. Experience how Elmo facilitates its industry leading ‘Zero Waste Leather’ concept and how our unique 100% circular manufacturing enables a reduced CO₂ footprint by clicking here.

Be sustainable, choose leather. Be circular, choose Elmo.

Lisa Hilland always has a strong focus on quality and sustainability in her work. When designing Lumi pouf for her own designline Mylhta, she aimed to create an upholstered strong sculptural ‘structure’ that would require minimal padding and still be soft and welcoming. This was achieved through making many smaller pockets in the pouf that also gives the pouf it’s characteristic shape resembling a snowflake. Lumi means snow (or light) in Finnish. The two poufs selected for the exhibition ‘Swedish Secrets’ are made of softest Elmo Leather, one in Elmovegeta natural leather and another in Elmotreasure.

Lisa Hilland explains:
"The reason I like leather so much – besides that it’s soft, beautiful and smells lovely – is that it ages well with a patina and lasts for generations."

Swedish Secrets: a month of Design at the Institutsuédois! 02.09.2022 – 04.10.2022
11 rue Payenne, 75003 Paris, for opening hours and more information: www.institutsuedois.fr