#Dyeing, Drying, Finishing

2021-05-20

Twine Solutions raises $28 Million in investment round

Twine Solutions announced that it has raised $28 million in an investment round, led by Menora, Meitav Dash, and Analyst. Existing shareholders New Era Capital, Landa Ventures, Gefen Capital, and others also participated in this investment round which will support the company's acceleration of global installations of its newly released TS-1800 Gen2.

Twine Solutions is revolutionizing the textile industry and expanding internationally

Alon Moshe, Twine's CEO and co-founder, commented: “It is with great pleasure that we announce and welcome our new investors to Twine as we continue our epic journey. The textile industry is in dire need of change that Twine profoundly addresses. We have recently expanded in two key regions, Europe and Asia, and are currently working on expanding to North America. We appreciate the trust of our shareholders and continue to work to disrupt the textile industry with a breakthrough technology that will enable brands to meet their sustainability goals given the negative impact of the current way of dyeing threads.”

Nir Moroz, Deputy CEO and Managing Director of Menora Mivtachim Insurance Division, commented: "Menora Mivtachim is proud to lead the investment in Twine, with an emphasis on companies that create real disruption. We are pleased to join the great management team led by Alon Moshe, as well as the company's respected list of investors. This investment joins many other non- marketable investments of our private investment department under the professional management of Omer Schiffer. The purpose is to diversify the investment portfolios of our insured and members to achieve a high return at low risk. "

Guy Mani, CIO Meitav Dash Provident & Pension Funds, said: "Meitav Dash chose to invest in Twine, which is in line with its investment strategy in ESG companies and the expansion of its technology portfolio. Beyond the attractive value proposition that the company brings with it, its revolutionary solution will help make one of the most polluting industries in the world cleaner. We believe in the management of the company and in its ability to carry out its business vision".

Noam Rokach, VP of Investments at Analyst, stated, “Twine, a company that relies on a team of knowledgeable and experienced people, offers an exceptional solution that strives to change the way the textile industry operates in the future."

The investment was accompanied by Barak Capital Hitum managed by Mr. Tzvika Manes.

Twine Solutions has created the first technology of its kind for digitally dyeing thread on-demand. Launched in 2015 by twin brothers, Alon and Erez Moshe, Twine digitally dyes raw or off-the-shelf, white polyester thread in any color and length for immediate use in sewing, knitting, and embroidery. Twine’s process is sustainable, uses no water, and reduces significant amounts of thread waste. Twine helps companies meet their sustainability goals, reduce thread waste, and cut costs.

“Production is a product”

From technical textiles and AI-driven robotics to the limitations of textile circularity: Professor Dr Thomas Gries looks back on more than two decades of development at ITA Aachen. In the interview, he explains why production technology remains a decisive success factor, discusses international collaborations and innovation ecosystems, and shares his views on the transformation of production landscapes and the challenges facing an increasingly regulated industry.

“We need to move away from the price trap and return to a value-driven mindset.”

With its new Textile Innovation Center, KARL MAYER is sending a strong signal for innovation, collaboration, and the future of textile applications. In this interview, Karl Josef Mayer discusses new opportunities in warp knitting, the processing of staple fibres, recycling, the changing role of machinery manufacturers, and why the textile industry must once again focus more strongly on the value of textiles. by Oliver Schmidt

“Innovation, resilience and international experience remain the great strengths of the Swiss textile machinery industry”

Geopolitical uncertainty, growing competitive pressure from China, new free trade agreements and the shift towards a circular economy are currently reshaping the global textile industry. In this interview, Cornelia Buchwalder discusses the current mood within the Swiss textile machinery sector, the industry’s distinctive innovative strength, new market opportunities in India and Asia, and the technological trends that could shape the upcoming trade fair cycle leading up to ITMA 2027.

SETEX turns dyeing and finishing data into daily production control

At ITM 2026, SETEX will show how textile mills can use machine, recipe, quality and energy data for more reliable daily production decisions — not as another reporting layer, but as part of the running dyeing and finishing process. With OrgaTEX X3 MES, E390x/C390x controllers, CamCOUNT and FabricInspector Portable, SETEX connects planning, machine execution and fabric-related quality insight within existing mill structures.

Tradition and Innovation – Phoenox Textiles Ltd. relies on state-of-the-art carpet back-coating line from Brückner

For more than 70 years, Phoenox Textiles Ltd. has been synonymous with quality, reliability, and inno-vation in the textile industry. Founded in 1954 in Huddersfield (Yorkshire, UK), a region with a long tradition in textiles, this family-owned business has continued to evolve without losing sight of its roots. Today, in its fourth generation under the leadership of the Mosley family, Phoenox successfully combines decades of experience with a clear, forward-looking corporate strategy.

Recover™ and Ünteks Group partner to scale recycled cotton in knitwear

Recover(TM), a global producer of low‐impact, high‐quality recycled cotton fiber, announces a new partnership with Ünteks Group, a vertically integrated textile manufacturer based in Turkey. The collaboration focuses on the development of circular knit fabrics and garments, combining Recover’s recycled cotton fiber with Ünteks Group’s integrated capabilities across knitting, dyeing, printing, and garment production.

STEELTOP®: A new benchmark in flat tops for spinning preparation

Modern carding generations achieve higher production performance, placing significantly greater stress on flat tops. Higher cylinder speeds and increased fiber density, combined with tighter carding gaps, create more demanding operating conditions. At the same time, poorer raw material quality and the increased use of recycled materials further intensify these challenges. With STEELTOP®, Trützschler introduces a new full steel flat top series developed for these demanding modern carding processes.

YKK develops concept EXCELLA® zipper tape using nonwoven fabric partially derived from used clothing

YKK Corporation has developed a concept version of its premium EXCELLA® zipper series made from nonwoven fabric sheets created by fiberizing used clothing and other textile materials. Based on a proposal by fashion designer Yuima Nakazato, this item was created as a result of collaboration between Nakazato, Seiko Epson Corporation and YKK. The concept zipper was incorporated as a material component for pieces in the newest YUIMA NAKAZATO Couture Collection, “INFERNO,” which was unveiled in Paris, France on July 8, 2026.

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris highlights evolving global sourcing landscape

From 31 August to 2 September 2026, Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris will bring together more than 1,000 international exhibitors at Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre. This edition reflects the new global balance of textile and apparel sourcing, highlighting a strong diversity of sourcing countries — some unexpected.