Spinning
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.
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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.
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Composites
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.
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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.
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Research & 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.
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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).
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HEIMTEXTIL 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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Weaving
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.
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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.
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Raw 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.
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Textile 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.
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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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Courtney Harold joins Green Theme Technologies as Head of Marketing
Green Theme Technologies (GTT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Courtney Harold as Head of Marketing. With over 25 years of experience in the textile, apparel, and footwear industries, Courtney brings a proven track record of transforming complex challenges into clear, actionable strategies that drive growth and product innovation.
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A voluntary Textile PRO Forum to harmonize textiles EPR implementation to support Circular Economy in Europe
Yesterday, the undersigned PROs and business associations launch the Textile PRO[1] Forum, a unique voluntary initiative designed to harmonise and share best practices for effective and efficient implementation of the Extended Producer Responsibility for textiles and footwear (Textiles EPR) across Europe.
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ISKO showcases the forward-thinking concepts of its SS26 collection at Kingpins New York.
ISKO will showcase its latest fabric technologies and the SS26 collection at Kingpins New York, Yellow Area 3, Pier 36 in Basketball City. The SS26 collection introduces innovative materials and sustainable practices, including Next-Gen recycled fibers powered by RE&UP, ensuring high performance without compromising ecoconscious values.
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Subscription package with Uster FiberQ drives top quality and efficiency for Sagar
Uster FiberQ automated raw material management generated more than 2,000 laydowns in a year for Sagar, one of India’s leading spinners. The results delivered consistent yarn quality and optimized process efficiency – giving a payback period of three months.
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Eastman Naia™ showcases “All-Night Comfort” at Heimtextil 2025
At Heimtextil 2025, Eastman introduces the latest innovation in its sustainable fiber portfolio: Naia™ Renew for fill applications. Expanding beyond its proven success in bedding and towels, Naia™ Renew now transforms comforters and quilts with breathable comfort, luxurious softness, and unparalleled ease of care. This represents a significant evolution in the application of Naia™ in home textiles, meeting the growing demand for high-performance, more responsible solutions.
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HEIMTEXTIL 2025
Kornit Digital to transform spaces with Infinite Home Décor applications at Heimtextil 2025
Kornit Digital LTD. (NASDAQ: KRNT) (“Kornit” or the “Company”), a global pioneer in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, will unveil its transformative home décor solutions at Heimtextil 2025, the world’s largest trade fair for home textiles. The Company will debut a groundbreaking furniture collection in collaboration with Niso Furniture, a prestigious Israeli brand, at Booth Hall 4.2 D92 during the event, which runs from January 14–17, 2025.
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Kornit Digital welcomes Peter Alderath as General Manager, DACH & Benelux regions
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 the appointment of Peter Alderath as General Manager for the DACH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and Benelux regions. Peter’s extensive industry expertise and leadership acumen will be instrumental in driving Kornit’s growth and strengthening its market presence in these key European regions.
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MUNICH FABRIC START 2025: A flourishing hub for textile innovation and future trends
The international fabric trade show MUNICH FABRIC START, along with its show-in-show concepts BLUEZONE, KEYHOUSE, and THE SOURCE, will present the latest material innovations from over 625 international exhibitors across five halls and eight areas from January 21–22, 2025. In a complex reality defined by constant uncertainty and new beginnings, the event offers forward-thinking examples of how creativity can flourish, how courage can open new perspectives, and how change can be actively shaped.
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Cellulose Fibre Innovation of the Year 2025: Six innovations are nominated
It is getting exciting again in Cologne on 12 and 13 March for the cellulose fibres industry. Six new products have been nominated for the popular innovation award. The jury has selected six outstanding nominees that want to shape the future more sustainable with their pioneering products.
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Stäubli showcases advanced weaving solutions at Dhakatex 2025
The upcoming Dhaka International Textile & Garment Machinery Exhibition (Dhakatex) 2025, set to take place from February 20-23, will see the participation of Stäubli, the global leader in weaving machinery. With over a century of expertise in optimizing weaving workflows, Stäubli is poised to introduce its latest innovations aimed at enhancing efficiency, flexibility, and energy savings in textile production.
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ANDRITZ bast fiber lines for flax processing start up at Van Robaeys
International technology group ANDRITZ supplied and recently commissioned two new refining and cottonizing lines for Van Robaeys, France. These fully customized teXline bast fiber lines enable the company to increase its production of textile fibers from flax.
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Indorama Ventures celebrates 45 years of Trevira CS® and other innovative products and concepts at Heimtextil 2025
Indorama Ventures is pleased to exhibit the Trevira CS® brand together with 17 Trevira CS partner companies at the Heimtextil trade fair in Frankfurt, Germany, from January 14-17, 2025. This year Trevira CS is celebrating its 45th anniversary! In 1980 Trevira CS® was launched on the market, at that time a pioneer for permanently flame retardant textiles whose flame retardant properties neither wash out nor are lost through ageing or use. They are characterized by the fact that they meet all essential fire protection standards without the need for a chemical finish.
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LENZING™ Lyocell Fill expands portfolio to enhance comfort, resource efficiency and design versatility in filling applications
The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulosic fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries, today announced the expansion of its LENZING™ Lyocell Fill portfolio within the TENCEL™ family of fibers. This broader portfolio expansion introduces a finer variant with various cut lengths, tailored for filling applications in home textiles and apparel. Lenzing will unveil the expanded portfolio during Heimtextil in Frankfurt, January 14–17, 2025.
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Top circular knitting company invests in tricot machines
Ekoten Textile, a company that stands as Europe’s most prestigious knitting manufacturer and Turkey's leading exporter of circular knit, expands technology spectrum with KARL MAYER.
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