#ITMA 2023

2023-06-12

Union minister of textile inaugurated Colorjet pavilion at ITMA

Smt. Darshana Jardosh, Hon'ble Union State Minister of Textiles & Railways along with Mr. Rohit Kansal (Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India), Dr. Neena Malhotra Ambassador of India to the Republic of Italy inaugurated the ColorJet Pavilion at ITMA 2023, Olympics of Textiles and is the world's largest textile and garment technology exhibition.

The inauguration marked a significant milestone in the textile industry, showcasing the latest innovations and advancements in textile machinery. The ColorJet Pavilion, a prominent exhibitor and platinum sponsor at ITMA, presented a wide range of cutting-edge Sustainable textile printing solutions. Mr. M S Dadu (Chairman, ColorJet) welcomes Smt. Darshana Jardosh and other dignitaries at the ColorJet Pavilion in ITMA Milan.

During the Inauguration Ceremony, Smt. Darshana Jardosh and Other dignitaries delivered an impactful speech highlighting the importance of sustainable practices in textile printing. Their expertise and vision shed light on the potential for a greener and more environmentally conscious future in the industry.

The ColorJet Pavilion at ITMA Milan is a testament to the commitment of ColorJet to revolutionizing the textile industry with sustainable practices and cutting-edge technology.

During the visit, the Union Minister of Textile expressed their appreciation for ColorJet's contributions to the Indian textile industry, and their commitment to technological advancements and sustainability. She was happy to witness the innovative, sustainable and technological advancements products showcased by an Indian company at such a big Global Platform.”

“Mr. M S Dadu, Chairman, On behalf of the ColorJet Group said, I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for gracing us with her esteemed presence at our pavilion. Moreover, we are truly privileged to have had the opportunity to display our work and products.

Mr. Dadu added ColorJet Group is committed to the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s vision of the “Make in India, Make for the World" initiative and has contributed to India's manufacturing capabilities in the textile industry to the world.

textile.4U publishes special edition “Top 100 Textile Recycling Companies 2025”

With a comprehensive 176-page special edition, textile.4U is dedicating its latest issue entirely to one of the most dynamic and influential topics in today’s textile industry: textile recycling. The new issue, published exclusively in high-quality print, presents the Top 100 textile recycling companies researched and selected by TexData – organizations that already play a key role in the transition to circular textiles or are expected to have a significant impact in the near future.

Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024 signed by Governor

Senator Josh Newman (D-Fullerton) is proud to announce that Senate Bill 707 (SB 707), the Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024, has been signed into law by the Governor of California, Gavin Newsom. This groundbreaking legislation establishes the country’s first Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) textile recycling program, marking a significant step forward in the state’s efforts to combat waste and promote sustainability.

Modtissimo promotes sustainability with 28 coordinates in the Green Circle

Modtissimo is proving more and more to be a textile and clothing show that delivers the latest innovations in the area of sustainability, with the iTechStyle Green Circle being the main showcase for companies' creations. In this 60+4 edition, taking place on 12 and 13 September, 28 coordinates will be exhibited in a section organised by CITEVE and curated by Paulo Gomes.

The EU and Egypt team up to mobilise private sector investments at Investment Conference and sign a Memorandum of Understanding underpinning €1 billion in macro-financial assistance for Egypt

At the EU-Egypt Investment Conference, co-organised by the EU and the Government of Egypt on 29-30 June, the EU and Egypt are teaming up to intensify private sector investments in Egypt. They are also signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the disbursement to Egypt of up to €1 billion in Macro-Financial Assistance.

Green lights only for French Equipments @ ITMA

ITMA 2023 has been a great expo for the French exhibitors. Christian Guinet, UCMTF’s Secretary General points out “R&D is embedded in our members’ strategy, but for this ITMA they have secured more budgets than ever. The objectives are ambitious: breaking innovative technologies to offer their customers the opportunity to develop new products, process them in a secure, economical and environment friendly way. Raw materials, energy and water savings are top priorities for our customers both because it is an end market demand and to cut costs. Digitalization and artificial intelligence are essential tools to move into these directions."

SHIMA SEIKI returns to ShanghaiTex

Leading flat knitting solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan, together with its Hong Kong and Chinese market subsidiary SHIMA SEIKI (HONG KONG) LTD., will exhibit at the ShanghaiTex 2025 exhibition (Booth No.: Hall N3, Booth A20) held in Shanghai, China this month. This marks the return of SHIMA SEIKI to ShanghaiTex after a 14-year hiatus, its last exhibit at the show having been in 2011.

Fraunhofer CCPE presents the “Monomaterial Design Set” – Innovative solutions for circular product design

Composite materials made from different types of plastic often extend the lifetime of products but make recycling more difficult in the circular economy. That is why Fraunhofer CCPE has developed the “Monomaterial Design Set”. This new approach helps to reduce the variety of plastics used in durable products and offers circular solutions for designers and product developers.