BekaertDeslee Wins Four German Innovation Awards 2025

Organized by the German Design Council, the German Innovation Awards celebrate trailblazing products, technologies, and services that offer real added value for users, industries, and the environment. With over 460 submissions from 27 countries this year, the competition was fierce — and we’re honored to stand among the top global innovators in the field.
Award-Winning Innovations
PURIFAIR™
Winner – Excellence in B2B: Transformative Solutions & Materials & Surfaces
Our patented, non-toxic odor elimination technology makes mattress unboxing a clean, pleasant experience. Co-developed with a University of Cambridge spin-off, PURIFAIR™ safely and instantly removes chemical smells — delivering a fresh and sustainable solution for both consumers and manufacturers.
DREAM+™
Winner – Excellence in B2B: Materials & Surfaces
This innovative, science-backed sleep solution uses bio-based microcapsules and Australian tea tree extract to naturally boost melatonin production. Clinically proven to improve sleep quality by over 45%, DREAM+™ helps you fall asleep faster, sleep deeper, and wake up more refreshed.
INFINITY COVER
Winner – Excellence in B2C: Interior & Living
A fully recyclable mattress cover made from 100% polyester (including 91% recycled content), INFINITY COVER is built for circularity. Integrated with a Digital Product Passport, it empowers consumers and recyclers with full transparency for responsible end-of-life product management.
“This recognition is a proud moment for BekaertDeslee and a testament to the creativity and dedication of our global teams,” said Peter Hostyn, Head of R&D Functional Technologies at BekaertDeslee. “Our mission is to shape the future of sleep through bold, sustainable innovation — and these awards validate that vision.”
These awards reflect our deep-rooted commitment to meaningful innovation — delivering sleep solutions that are smarter, greener, and better for people and the planet.
Learn more about the German Innovation Awards: www.german-innovation-award.de