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resource-based manufacturing companies with Cellulose pulp from sustainably managed
operations around the world. plantations of fast-growing acacia and eucalyptus
trees also makes viscose rayon a great alternative to
RGE’s work ranges from upstream, comprising cotton, which is grown on agricultural land using
sustainable resource development and harvesting large amounts of water.
operations, to downstream, where our companies
create diverse value-added products for the These trees are renewable resources that are
global market. harvested every five years for the next cycle of
planting and harvesting, ensuring a constant supply
RGE also manages Asia Pacific Rayon (APR), the of renewable raw materials.
first fully integrated viscose rayon producer in
Indonesia. APR has a production capacity of Highly absorbent: The fiber possesses the highly
240,000 tons per annum. absorbent nature of cellulose and the large surface
area of the fibers enables it to absorb dyes
Why viscose as a textile fiber? exceptionally well, bringing about a more saturated,
Natural and, comfortable: Made from wood cellulose, rich and radiant color without losing its natural luster.
viscose rayon has a silky look and the feel of cotton
with the same properties of comfort, breathability Sateri and APR are committed to sustainable
and absorbency. Easy to dye, viscose rayon is development. We actively engage communities living
woven or knitted to make underwear, baby clothing, around our mills, providing them with meaningful
employment and social services that meet their
skirts, shirts and dresses that are soft on the skin. At needs. Our Sustainability Policy and Sustainable
home, it’s the ideal fabric for high-end bed sheets, Pulp Sourcing Policy govern our operations, in
towels, tablecloths, napkins, furniture covers, compliance with national and international
curtains and drapes. environment, health and safety standards.

Renewable and biodegradable: Viscose rayon is a Sateri in China and APR in Indonesia are strategically
fully biodegradable alternative to acrylic, polyester, well positioned to serve the Asian, European and
nylon and other petroleum-based synthetic fabrics. American markets.

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