50 Years of GORE-TEX - Built for Durability, Designed for Impact
May 13, 2026 /3BL/ - W. L. Gore & Associates Marks 50 Years of GORE-TEX Fabrics.
W. L. Gore & Associates is celebrating 50 years of GORE-TEX® Fabrics - highlighting science-led innovation and a commitment to “responsible performance,” bringing performance, durability, and sustainability forward together. The announcement spotlights efforts to design longer-lasting products, collaborate on durability standards with external stakeholders, advance next-generation materials like ePE, and transition manufacturing to 100% renewable electricity. Learn more about the 50-year milestone story at gore-tex.com/about/50-years.
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About Gore Fabrics
Gore introduced GORE-TEX® Fabric to the outerwear industry more than 45 years ago and continues to develop performance apparel technologies. Gore's Fabrics products provide comfort and protection in challenging environments and in everyday life, enabling wearers to safely and confidently achieve and experience more. From hiking in downpours to defense operations and fighting fires, Gore’s deep understanding of consumer and industry needs drives development of products with meaningful performance advantages. https://www.gore-tex.com and https://www.goretexprofessional.com/
About Gore
W. L. Gore & Associates is a global materials science company dedicated to transforming industries and improving lives. Since 1958, Gore has solved complex technical challenges in demanding environments - from outer space to the world’s highest peaks to the inner workings of the human body. With more than 13,000 Associates and a strong, team-oriented culture, Gore generates annual revenues of $5 billion.
For more information, visit gore.com.
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