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Egy Stitch & Tex Expo 2025: Oerlikon Manmade Fibers Solutions sets the tone in the Egyptian market
With a clear focus on the needs of the Egyptian market, Oerlikon Manmade Fibers Solutions will be presenting itself at the Egy Stitch & Tex Expo 2025 in Cairo from February 20 to 23, 2025. At the booth of Oerlikon agent ATAG Ltd. Trading Export & Import in Hall 1, Booth 1A12, experts from Oerlikon Barmag and from BB Engineering (BBE) will be explaining the comprehensive product and service portfolio.
...moreNonwovens / Technical Textiles
ANDRITZ bast fiber line commissioned at Ekolution, Sweden
International technology group ANDRITZ has recently commissioned a state-of-the art teXline bast fiber line at the new factory of Ekolution, a pioneer in sustainable building materials, in Malmö, Sweden. The line will expand Ekolution’s production capacity, producing environmentally friendly hemp fibers and nonwoven felts made from industrial hemp. The scope of supply included equipment for hemp decortication and refining, combined with a neXline airlay line for producing the felts.
...moreRecycling / Circular Economy
Innovation in textile recycling: new ANDRITZ tearing line supports research at Aitex center, Spain
International technology group ANDRITZ has supplied and commissioned a state-of-the-art reXline tearing installation at Aitex in Alicante, one of Europe’s largest textile research and development centers.
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ANDRITZ acquires recycling technology specialist ATN Engineering
International technology group ANDRITZ has acquired ATN Engineering B.V., a Dutch company specializing in advanced recycling technologies. This strategic acquisition strengthens ANDRITZ’s position as a global leader in recycling solutions by adding ATN’s state-of-the-art degassing and de-oiling systems to its portfolio.
...moreYarn & Fiber
The Stockstadt-based company GUNOLD, GmbH mourns the loss of its senior managing director Heinz Gunold, who passed away on January 8, 2025, at the age of 96.
...moreTextiles & Apparel / Garment
LEONHARD KURZ presents spectacular embellishment solutions at Première Vision
Whether it’s breathtaking fashion looks or functional protective clothing: The finishing specialist LEONHARD KURZ offers a large portfolio of metallic or pigmented transfer products and is the ideal partner when cutting-edge technology and extensive market knowledge are required. At Première Vision, which will take place in Paris from February 11 to 13, 2025, visitors can once again be impressed by the high-quality KURZ hot stamping products and experience how the world’s leading specialist in thin-film technology sets new standards in the field.
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Epson unveils Monna Lisa ML-16000JQ for more efficient and sustainable Jacquard fabric printing
Global technology firm Epson announces a new direct-to-fabric digital textile printer designed for jacquard fabrics. The Monna Lisa ML-16000JQ delivers direct-to-fabric double-sided printing on jacquard fabrics, meeting the needs of fashion designers looking to enhance their creativity by seamlessly integrating vibrant colours with intricate woven patterns.
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Bemberg partners show latest developments and creations with this Asahi Kasei fiber at Milano Unica
Bemberg™ is the brand name of the regenerated cellulose fiber cupro, produced only by Asahi Kasei in Japan. It is unique, one-of-a-kind material that doesn’t deplete any forestry resources. It represents a journey of 9 decades, but going even stronger, and rocking. At Milano Unica, Bemberg partners are now showing the latest developments and creations with this unique, noble, timeless yet modern fiber that has been combining new aesthetics and haptics with innovative yet responsible values since 1931.
...moreDigital Printing
Kornit Digital debuts direct presence in France with first-ever exhibition at C!Print 2025
Kornit Digital LTD. (NASDAQ: KRNT) (“Kornit” or the “Company”), a global pioneer in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, is delighted to announce its first direct participation at C!Print 2025 in Lyon, marking a significant milestone in the Company’s expansion into the French market. This move highlights Kornit’s newly established direct presence in France, reinforcing its commitment to driving innovation, customer intimacy, and sustainability in the European textile industry.
...moreComposites
Hexcel highlights latest innovations for aerospace applications at Aero India 2025
Hexcel Corporation (NYSE: HXL) a global leader in advanced composite technologies for aerospace applications, will exhibit at Aero India 2025, Bengaluru, India. As a trusted partner to the Indian aerospace industry for over 40 years, Hexcel will highlight its latest innovations in lightweight, high-performance materials designed to enhance efficiency and sustainability in aerospace applications.
...moreTextile chemistry
Devan Chemicals launches new sleep promoting technology at Heimtextil 2025
Devan, a global leader in sustainable textile finishes, launched an innovative sleep promoting technology, “Devan Sleep Tight”, at Heimtextil 2025. This technology enhances sleep quality and overall quality of life, as confirmed by an independent clinical trial.
...moreTextiles & Apparel / Garment
Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris welcomes over 1,200 exhibitors from 25 countries
More than 1,200 exhibitors from twenty-five countries are taking part in Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris from 10 to 12 February at the Paris-Le-Bourget Exhibition Centre, showcasing the very best in global sourcing to help fashion brands build their Spring-Summer 2026 collections. Over the three days, international buyers will have access to the leading market platform for textiles and clothing, and will be able to discover, in a refurbished space, a first-rate offering with a very wide choice at competitive prices.
...moreRecycling / Circular Economy
Worn Again Technologies becomes a Gold-Level sponsor of EuRIC
Worn Again has announced that it is now a Gold-Level sponsor of the European Recycling Industries Confederation (EuRIC). This partnership strengthens the company’s commitment to building a sustainable and Circular Economy, both within the textiles sector and wider industry.
...moreDyeing, Drying, Finishing
New expertise in energy and environmental technology for textile finishing
For over 75 years, the German mechanical engineering company BRÜCKNER has been developing, producing and selling lines for textile finishing worldwide. The core competence of the family-owned company includes coating, drying, heat-setting and much more. Environmental protection and energy efficiency have always played a central role. Reducing emissions and the consumption of resources, as well as the use of different heating media, has always been the focus of BRÜCKNER's research and development work. This will be an even stronger focus in the future.
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Rieter reports a strong increase in order intake for the 2024 financial year, with a sharp decline in sales
At CHF 725.5 million, order intake was significantly higher than in the same period of the previous year (2023: CHF 541.8 million), representing an increase of 34%. This was the fourth consecutive quarter of year-on-year growth. As expected, the Rieter Group ended financial year 2024 with lower sales than in the previous year. According to preliminary, unaudited figures, total sales amounted to CHF 859.1 million, which is around 39% down on the previous year (2023: CHF 1 418.6 million).
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Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik – strategic partnership in the growing market for chemically recycled PET
Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik have announced their cooperation to promote chemical recycling of Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste. Both companies are committed to develop technologies for robust and efficient depolymerisation and purification processes, coupled with an integrated concept for repolymerisation and the associated EPC business models.
...moreComposites
JEC Composites Innovation Awards 2025: Pioneering advancements in composites
The JEC Composites Innovation Awards 2025 celebrated groundbreaking innovations in composite materials, highlighting advancements that enhance sustainability, efficiency, and performance across industries. The winners, selected by an international jury of experts, showcase the power of collaboration and technological progress in composites manufacturing.
...moreSustainability
bluesign® driving strategic transformation toward a safer and more sustainable fashion industry
With news headlines like “Fast Fashion is Made with Alarmingly High Amounts of ToxicChemicals” (Business Insider) the textile industry continues to be under intense scrutiny as revelations about the widespread use of hazardous chemicals highlight significant risks to human health and the environment. Recently released reports expose alarmingly high levels of toxic substances such as PFAS , phthalates, lead, and cadmium in clothing - ranging from children’s garments to activewear, raising urgent concerns about consumer safety and environmental impact.
...moreAssociations
India ITME Society brings a global stage for textile innovation & collaboration with GTTES 2025
The Indian International Textile Machinery Exhibitions Society (India ITME Society) yet another time is poised to take the textile industry by storm with the third edition of the Global Textile Technology & Engineering Show (GTTES 2025), a landmark event for the textile industry from the 21st to 23rd February 2025 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon (East), Mumbai, India. This event by the India ITME Society promises to be a global platform for the textile industry and engineering sector across the world showcasing the latest advancements, innovations, and opportunities with the aim to redefine global textile innovation.
...moreComposites
JEC Composites Startup Booster 2025: the twenty finalists revealed
In just eight years, JEC Composites Startup Booster has established itself as a global reference for entrepreneurship in the composites industry. Over a hundred entrepreneurs, startups, and university spin-offs submitted their applications, with 20 selected as finalists. From March 4 to 6, these finalists will have the opportunity to present their projects before an expert jury on the JEC World stage.
...moreOlder News
Composites
Sicomin announces Ken Marcovich as new CEO
After successfully leading the expansion of Map Yachting, Ken Marcovich, the elder son of the Marcovich family, is now stepping into the role of CEO at Sicomin. He succeeds his father, Philippe Marcovich, who has led Sicomin for 42 years, transforming the company into a global leader in epoxy resin systems and advanced composite materials.
...moreResearch & Development
Textile daylight management when the winter sun is at an angle
When the sun is currently shining, shading textiles face particular challenges. On the one hand, they should allow as much daylight as possible into the rooms during the dark season. On the other hand, the angle of incidence of the sun's rays is so low that the light is particularly dazzling - much more so than in summer. The German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research (DITF) are using special light measurement techniques to research suitable shading textiles.
...moreTextiles & Apparel / Garment
adidas finishes successful year with better-than-expected fourth quarter results
adidas today announced preliminary results for the fourth quarter of 2024. In Q4, currency-neutral revenues increased 19%. In euro terms, the company’s revenues grew 24% to € 5,965 million (2023: € 4,812 million). Excluding Yeezy sales in both years, currency-neutral revenues increased 18%. The company’s gross margin increased 5.2 percentage points to 49.8% (2023: 44.6%). Operating profit reached € 57 million in the quarter (2023: operating loss of € 377 million).
...moreHEIMTEXTIL 2025
Heimtextil 2025 records visitor increase and showcased future interior design
Heimtextil 2025 ended with full exhibition halls, 142 participating nations, another increase in exhibitors and visitors as well as with top satisfaction ratings. Over four days, more than 50,000 buyers experienced the latest collections, materials and textile solutions for the entire interior design at first hand from over 3,000 exhibitors. The Heimtextil Trends 25/26 by Alcova Milano and the installation ‘among-us’ by star designer Patricia Urquiola set new standards for interior design, retail and hospitality. The content programme centered on AI-driven design, sustainable production processes and future interiors.
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Getzner Textil considers closure of Swiss weaving mill Russikon
WR Weberei Russikon AG, which belongs to Getzner Textil AG, produces high-quality jacquard fabrics in Switzerland. This raw material is intended exclusively for the African market. In view of the global economic situation and the associated reduced demand in this area, Getzner Textil AG is reviewing its production planning and is considering the closure of the Swiss site in this context.
...moreRaw Materials
Kraig Biocraft Laboratories secures new investment license allowing for further production scale-up
Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, Inc. (OTCQB: KBLB) (“the Company” or “Kraig Labs”), a leading developer of spider silk-based fibers, proudly announces that it has received a new investment license in Vietnam. This strategic authorization marks a significant milestone in the Company’s mission to expand its production operations to meet the growing demand for its high-performance spider silk materials.
...moreRaw Materials
Cotton-supported study highlights potential dangers of microplastics in synthetic fibers
Microplastics are ubiquitous and evidence of serious harm is increasing. Studies have linked microplastics and nanoplastics to heart attacks, strokes and deaths, and microplastics have been found in the bone marrow of leukaemia patients and in the brains of dementia patients.
...moreTextile chemistry
Archroma joins BioCircular Materials Alliance
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, has joined the BioCircular Materials Alliance to help accelerate the fashion industry’s transition to sustainable circular business models.
...moreDigital Printing
500 LEVEL poised for breakthrough growth in professional sports apparel with Kornit Digital’s on-demand solutions
Kornit Digital LTD. (NASDAQ: KRNT) (“Kornit” or the “Company”), a global pioneer in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, today announced that 500 LEVEL – a premier sports apparel producer – has adopted the Kornit Atlas MAX platform. This partnership empowers 500 LEVEL to meet the fast-paced demands of the e-commerce sports apparel industry while exceeding fan expectations with stunning quality and lightning-fast order fulfillment.
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