#Nonwovens / Technical Textiles

2021-07-08

Musica (ltd) chooses HeiQ antiviral masks to protect employees and contractors

HeiQ, through its subsidiary HeiQ Medica, provided the Musica Riccione group with antiviral masks as a pilot to be used for the first time during an event. The event ‘The vibe is on’ which was held on Saturday 19 June in the Republic of San Marino was highly anticipated by professionals and companies from the entertainment world, who plan to use it as a test bed to relaunch the entire culture sector. and of the Italian national show.

The company of Tito Pinton and Giuseppe Cipriani relied on international excellence by choosing HeiQ’s most reliable antiviral technologies in the world and opted for two types of masks: the FFP2 masks, treated with HeiQ Viroblock, one of the world’s most effective antiviral and antimicrobial technologies and the revolutionary HeiQ MetalliQ surgical masks, capable of neutralizing viruses and bacteria thanks to an ultra-thin pure copper coating. This coating gives these masks a distinctive and trendy metallic look, making them perfect for show business and events.

Musica Riccione – New York is an exceptional project undertaken at the beginning of 2020 thanks to the spirit of initiative of the Cipriani Group and the visionary mind of Tito Pinton. In Italy, Riccione, which has always been the capital of the national nightlife, today hosts the first Musica club. Much more than a disco, Musica is an international movement in continuous evolution that aims to offer avant-garde engaging and innovative fun experiences in line with the fame of the Cipriani house.

Carlo Centonze, co-founder and CEO of the HeiQ Group said: “We are so proud and happy that the cultural scene is back “on stage” and that our HeiQ masks have supported this return to live events while protecting everyone. Participants can enjoy performance in the comfort and safety of being well protected with the world’s most effective and long-lasting antiviral and antibacterial technology.”

Tito Pinton, one of the 2 partners of Musica Riccione – New York was equally happy, saying: “It was with great pleasure that we were finally able to stage a live show which was a great success and appreciated by all especially since our guests felt safe and protected thanks to the HeiQ masks. It was an honor for us to have HeiQ as a partner because it gave us the confidence to return to hosting live events knowing we are working with a world-renowned innovator.”

HEIQ expands in ASIA with BIG SUNSHINE as key partner

HeiQ, a global leader in materials and textile innovation, is strengthening its presence in Asia by onboarding BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. as a key full-service partner in the region. This collaboration aims to further improve HeiQ’s overall service capabilities in Taiwan and across the wider Asian region, furthering its vision of global expansion and footprint in Asia.

HeiQ announces return to private company structure

HeiQ, a leading innovator in materials technology, announced its decision to return to private company structure from the London Stock Exchange as part of a strategic move to focus resources, streamline operations, and accelerate growth, effective November 19, 2024 (LSE:HEIQ). HeiQ shares will continue trading on the JP Jenkins securities or a similar matching platform from November 20, 2024.

HeiQ and GQ Apparel bring biobased cooling to denim in Thailand

HeiQ, a global leader in textile and materials innovation, proudly announces a strategic cooperation with GQ Apparel, a premier Thailand-based tech apparel brand. GQ Apparel enhances it denim offering with HeiQ’s advanced cooling solution, marking a significant milestone in the Southeast Asian market.

HeiQ expands application of HeiQ Allergen tech to upholstery fabric through collaboration with CULP

HeiQ partners with Culp to apply HeiQ Allergen Tech, a 100% biobased* solution that reduces allergens on textiles, onto interior upholstery fabric. HeiQ announces the extended application of HeiQ Allergen Tech to bring the benefits of this biobased textile technology to the interior upholstered furniture market, marking a unique launch into this segment.

ANDRITZ sets focus on textile recycling and durable nonwoven production technologies at ITMA Asia 2025

International technology Group ANDRITZ will be presenting its innovative nonwovens production and textile solutions at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025 in Singapore, from October 28 to 31, 2025 (Hall 2, D106). ANDRITZ will showcase its MMCF production plants, textile sorting and recycling, bast fiber processing, needlepunch, airlay, and life-cycle service technologies, with a focus on sustainable solutions. Discover how these innovations can grow your business opportunities and support a greener future.

OUTLOOK™ 2025: Charting a sustainable and innovative future for the Nonwovens Industry

EDANA concluded its flagship event, OUTLOOK™ 2025, last week, marking it as a major success and addressing the biggest questions facing the industry. The three-day conference highlighted the urgent need for a unified approach to sustainability, regulation, and innovation in the absorbent hygiene and wipes sectors.

Global Nonwovens Alliance unveils Inaugural Board, advancing collaboration and growth worldwide

The Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA), a tax-exempt federation jointly founded by INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, and EDANA, the Voice of Nonwovens, announces the appointment of its founding Board of Directors. This group of leaders represents some of the most influential executives across the nonwovens value chain and reflects GNA’s mission to foster global collaboration, innovation, and growth in the industry.

STFI highlights textile circular economy and alternative fibres at INDEX™ 2026

From 19 to 22 May 2026, INDEX will invite visitors to Lake Geneva for the world's leading nonwovens trade fair. The Centre of Excellence in Nonwovens at the Sächsisches Textilforschung- sinstitut e.V. (STFI) will be in attendance to present the latest developments in nonwovens research. In the field of the textile circular economy, the STFI will present acoustically effective nonwovens made from chemical recycling residues. The range also includes innovations aimed at replacing conventional raw materials, such as the biobased and biodegradable polymer polybutylene succinate (PBS) and Kendyr as an alternative to cotton.

FET’s revolutionary gel spinning system wins Techtextil Innovation Award

FET has received the prestigious Techtextil Innovation Award 2026 in the New Production Technology category. The Techtextil Innovation Award honours outstanding ideas in textile technology, sustainability, AI and the creation of technical textiles, selected by an international jury of experts. Ranging from new materials to new production technologies, this award recognises progressive ideas that are driving forces for numerous industries, such as automotive, medical and construction.