W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., maker of GORE-TEX fabric, has earned a spot on Fast Company magazine’s 2009 “Fast 50” list of the world’s most innovative companies. Gore is ranked No. 30. In its “Fast 50” list, Fast Company magazine highlights three of Gore’s
recent innovations-GORE OPTIFADE Concealment, GORE inLIGHTEN Window Screens, and a
yet-to-be-named technology that adds fire resistance to such materials
as nylon and polyester.

The complete list is available at fastcompany.com and will appear in the magazine’s March issue, which hits newsstands February 17.

“At Gore, we apply leading edge materials technology to create innovative solutions for highly challenging applications. From our waterproof and breathable fabrics to our life saving medical devices, we make products that truly impact people’s lives,” says Gore’s global technology leader, Jack Kramer. “For more than 50 years, our products have performed in demanding environments, where failure is not an option. Innovation is core to our success, and it’s an honor to earn recognition as one of the world’s most innovative companies.”