Recycling
CARBIOS and TOMRA Textiles join forces to scale circularity of polyester textiles
CARBIOS (Euronext Growth Paris: ALCRB), a pioneer in the development and industrialization of biological technologies to reinvent the life cycle of plastic and textiles, and TOMRA Textiles, a tech venture set up by sorting technology leader TOMRA (Oslo Stock Exchange: TOM.OL), announce the signing of an agreement to collaborate on establishing an efficient stream in Northern Europe from textile waste collection, sorting and preparation to recycling using CARBIOS’ enzymatic depolymerization technology at its first commercial plant currently under construction in Longlaville, France.
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Lenzing and DVF join forces to bring responsible fashion into the mainstream
Lenzing Group, a leading global producer of wood-based specialty fibers, announced global collaboration with iconic fashion brand Diane von Furstenberg (DVF) to bring to mainstream fashion TENCEL™ and LENZING™ ECOVERO™ branded fibers made from sustainably managed wood sources[1]. Through the collaboration, these resource-efficiently made[2] fibers significantly contribute to DVF’s flagship collection of everyday fashion items and selected accessories.
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Carpets
The Carpets & Rugs Edition: Four days of efficient business
In January next year, DOMOTEX will set in motion a new two-year cycle: from 2025 onwards, the Carpets & Rugs Edition will be a central meeting place for the world of carpets at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds in all odd-numbered years. In 2026, as in all even years, DOMOTEX will once again bring together the entire international floor coverings industry under one roof.
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Textiles & Apparel / Garment
Intertextile Apparel to ‘capture opportunities of digital revolution’ with launch of Digital Solutions Zone
In the midst of the business world’s rapid adoption of new technology and the evolving environmental landscape, players across the wider textile industry are actively seeking innovative solutions for various sourcing, manufacturing, and retailing demands. Bidding to further cater to this need, the organisers have announced the debut of the Digital Solutions Zone at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition 2024, taking place from 27 – 29 August at the National Exhibition and Convention Center.
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Recycling
The Renewable Materials Conference hits the mark again
440 participants discussed the defossilisation of the chemical and materials industry through biomass, CO2 and recycling. The audience voted for the "Renewable Material of the Year 2024": Acetic acid from CO2 by Danish start-up Again wins 1st price.
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Spinning
BD 8 at Hengbang Zhifang for profitable recycled yarns
Hengbang Zhifang (Lian Yungang) Technology Co, Ltd, China, relies once again on BD 8 rotor spinning machines for their recycled yarns. Last year, the company ordered 10 BD 8 machines with a total of 6,000 spindles as well as blowroom lines and cards from Saurer.
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Nonwovens / Technical Textiles
ANDRITZ to supply new needlepunch line to Siteks, Türkiye
International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from the Turkish insulation felt manufacturer Siteks to supply a complete needlepunch line for its production plant in Tekirdag. With this investment, Siteks will significantly expand its production capacity to meet the international demand for needlepunched nonwoven insulation products in the automotive and construction sectors.
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Raw Materials
Cotton made in Africa joins WTO and FIFA in supporting African Cotton through football
Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) is now supporting a joint initiative by the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) that aims to promote economic growth in developing countries through football. As the newest member of the steering committee of the recently established initiative, Partnership for Cotton or Partenariat pour le Coton, CmiA is contributing its internationally recognised expertise as the largest standard for sustainable cotton in Africa.
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MUNICH FABRIC START, THE SOURCE, BLUEZONE & KEYHOUSE show the power of intuition
Under the leitmotiv "Intuition", MUNICH FABRIC START invites the fashion industry to reconnect with its inner voice on September 3-4, 2024. With around 1,000 collections from international exhibitors spread over 42,500 square meters, the trade show offers a comprehensive platform for the latest trends, materials, and technologies for Autumn.Winter 2025/26. Highlights include a live trend lecture by Li Edelkoort and innovative trend forums. BLUEZONE focuses on denim, street, and sportswear, while KEYHOUSE presents progressive innovations.
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Sedo Treepoint publishes comprehensive 11-point plan to enhance textile factory performance
Sedo Treepoint has announced a comprehensive 11-point plan designed to significantly enhance the performance and efficiency of textile factories worldwide. With over 45 years of industry leadership in automation and software for dyeing and finishing, Sedo Treepoint offers detailed insights and practical steps to optimize production, ensure quality, and drive sustainability.
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Mario Jorge Machado elected President of EURATEX
Portuguese textile entrepreneur, Mario Jorge Machado, has been elected President of EURATEX during its General Assembly on 14 June. The Assembly also nominated Alberto Paccanelli as Honorary President.
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Yarn Expo Autumn 2024 to sate industry’s sustainability demands in August
With eco-friendly products in the spotlight, this year’s spring show signalled a positive outlook for the global yarn and fibre market. Set to continue the momentum, Yarn Expo Autumn 2024 will open doors from 27 – 29 August at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), where exhibitors will showcase a wide spectrum of in-demand, innovative and sustainable yarns and fibres. Held concurrently with the 30th edition of Intertextile Apparel, as well as CHIC and PH Value, the fair will see the entire value chain come together for active business and insight exchange, encouraging industry growth and connection.
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JEC Forum Southeast Asia successfully connects over 200 industry leaders
The inaugural edition of JEC Forum Southeast Asia, held on June 11-12, 2024, concluded with resounding success, bringing together over 200 participants from 23 countries for two days of focused networking, collaboration, and knowledge exchange. Organized by JEC in partnership with the Thai Composites Association (TCA), the event served as a valuable platform for key stakeholders in the composites industry across Southeast Asia.
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Mayer & Cie. summarizes ITM participation as a reflection of the difficult market situation
Mayer & Cie. presented an overview of its current portfolio in the circular knitting sector at the ITM in Istanbul. Two machine types – the SF4 3.2 III and the Relanit 3.2 HS II – and various smart solutions that make circular knitting more efficient were on display. knithawk, a tool for the optical detection of knitting defects, met with interest among the visitors. The same was true for knitlink, Mayer & Cie's hub for digital solutions. Spare parts packages and conversion kits are also in demand for the long-term value retention of Mayer & Cie. machines.
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Textile processing
Jeanologia receives the ‘Cristobal Balenciaga’ award from the Spanish Fashion Academy
Spanish fashion industry professionals recognize Jeanologia’s leadership in transforming the global textile industry towards more sustainable practices. “We develop technologies that enable designers to create beauty while taking care of the planet. This will shape the future of fashion,” explains Enrique Silla, CEO and founder of Jeanologia.
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Rieter to install world’s first complete air-jet spinning system with J 70 technology
Guangxi Baisheng Textile Co., Ltd. signed an agreement with Rieter to implement the world’s first complete spinning process using Rieter’s latest air-jet spinning technology J 70. This project will elevate automation levels and reduce conversion costs at Baisheng’s operations, setting a new benchmark in air-jet spinning in terms of quality and productivity.
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New cost-benefit champion in glass processing
KARL MAYER Technische Textilien launches the new MAX GLASS ECO, a highly economical composite machine with a focus on standard non-crimp fabrics made of glass fibers.
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Registration and tabletop reservations for Hygienix™ 2024 are open
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announced that absorbent hygiene professionals can register, sponsor, or reserve a tabletop exhibit for Hygienix™, November 18-21, Nashville, Tennessee. Industry leaders from around the world will gather for four days of networking, presentations, and business opportunities.
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Cotton Council International unites industry leaders to weave India-U.S. cotton trade relations
A Cotton Council International (CCI)-led media roundtable promoted strategic India-U.S. textile trade partnerships and highlighted U.S. cotton as the preferred choice of imported cotton for Indian spinners. Tomorrow, June 19, a three-part “COTTON USA™: Weaving Threads of Unity between the U.S. Cotton and Indian Textile Industry” event in New Delhi will explore this partnership in more depth.
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AMSilk’s fibers have a significantly lower environmental footprint compared to Silk
AMSilk GmbH (“AMSilk”), a frontrunner in advanced biomaterials made from spider silk-based proteins, today announces that that it has completed an independent ‘Cradle-to-Gate’ Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) comparing the environmental footprint of AMSilk Ultrafine Fiber with mulberry silk across five environmental indicators: climate change, land and water use, acidification and freshwater eutrophication.
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INVISTA Victoria site earns ISCC PLUS certification
INVISTA’s manufacturing site in Victoria, Texas, has received International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certification of its processes to verify and validate bio, circular and bio-circular* feedstocks use. This achievement marks a major milestone in the company’s global strategy and reinforces a dedication to stewardship via environmental protection, social responsibility, and operational transparency.
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From lab to label: bluesign and SCTI donate SCI to ZDHC
The textile industry is taking a great step forward in sustainable practices as bluesign and SCTI donate the pioneering Sustainable Chemistry Index (SCI) Methodology to ZDHC. This collaboration aims to revolutionize chemical management in the textile, leather and fashion industries, while addressing environmental impact in a holistic manner.
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CEMATEX appoints Alex Zucchi as new president
CEMATEX, the European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers, today announced the appointment of Alex Zucchi as its new president. Mr Zucchi was elected at the General Assembly held on 14 June 2024.
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