ABOUT NUVI
A NEW ERA
Next-gen materials inspired by nature's genius and rooted in sustainability. By merging design with innovation, our mission is to revolutionize the industry and wow the world with materials that inspire magic.
“
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NUVI stands for nouvelle vie
– a fearless embrace
of tomorrow’s possibilities.
WHAT WE
STAND FOR
Earth
Driven
+ 100% bio-based
+ Plastic-free (no PU or PVC)
+ Cruelty-free
+ EU-sourced raw materials
+ Winner of the German Award
for Sustainability Projects 2023
Manufacturing
Might
+ Made in Germany
+ Roll-to-roll production
+ TRL 7
+ Direct & indirect coating
+ Manufacturing partners with
global production sites
Natural
Design
+ Unadulterated colors & scents
+ Unique look & feel
+ Potent narrative potential
+ Customizable color, embossing
and backing material
Innovation
Inspired
+ Strong R&D team backed
by senior technolgy advisors
+ Collaboration with European
research institutes & universities
+ More than 25 patent applications
worldwide, 6 currently granted
OUR ROOTS
Originally from Germany, NUVI’s founder Nina Rössler left her job as a product designer in search of something else. She knew her personal beliefs — valuing the planet over profit — did not match how the industry operated.
While living in Southeast Asia, she worked closely with local artisans, studying how to transform the region’s abundant teak leaves into a natural leather-alternative. This innovation marked the beginning of NUVI, officially launched in 2014. Partnering with co-founder Christophe Cappon, the team explored sustainable material solutions, using their first-gen teak leaf material to craft yoga straps, lamps and fashion accessories.
Recognizing the need to scale their vision, Nina returned to Germany, where her father, Andreas Rössler, brought his engineering expertise to the table. Together, they shifted NUVI’s focus toward developing next-generation materials with industrial scalability, setting the stage for global impact.
TEAMWORK
makes the dream work
Our team – composed of engineers, entrepreneurs and industry experts – guides our thinking, spirit and can-do-it attitude.
ANDREAS RÖSSLER
Co-Founder
Production
CHRISTOPHE CAPPON
Co-Founder
Business Development
JOHANNES ASCHOFF
Finance & Controlling
BETTINA GERETH
Fundraising & Risk Management
FILIPE RIBEIRO
Research & Development
MELANIE FAUROBERT
Design & Product
ROSALIE WILMOT
Communication & Marketing
MICHAEL BRAUNGART
Science & Sustainability
LEIF GERLING
Corporate & Commercial Law
JOHANNES BENKHOFF
Science & Technology
RALPH BECKMANN
Textile Manufacturing
MAXIMILIAN KNAUS
Patent Attorney