#Textile chemistry

2025-03-06

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.

Driving innovation without borders

For close to 20 years, HeiQ has been at the forefront of material innovation developing some of the most effective, durable and high-performance textile technologies on the market. The company’s global network of partners plays a crucial role in delivering seamless service, on-site, on-time technical support in native languages and full visibility across the entire value chain.

Founded in 1988, BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. is a leading producer and distributor of dyestuffs and auxiliaries. In 2020, the group was listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under the name BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. With a strong corporate structure, a comprehensive supply management system, and an experienced sales and technical team, BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. is a trusted industry leader in the region.

Strengthening HeiQ’s global reach through strategic parnerships

As part of its long-term strategy to increase exposure of their innovation along with enhancing global service levels, HeiQ’s collaboration with BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. ???? immediately establishes footprint, covering warehousing, sales offices, and highly skilled technical team in key regional markets. This partnership will foster closer relationships with their valued mill partners, accelerate the adoption of HeiQ’s cutting-edge technologies, and open new opportunities for collaboration across the entire value chain

By leveraging BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. experienced sales and technical teams, along with its other key assets, HeiQ reinforces its commitment to drive innovation, expand its footprint in Asia, and strengthen its leadership in the textile industry.

Musa Raibin, Chief Sales Officer, reiterates that “HeiQ is always on the lookout to expand our partner network and BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD.is a perfect fit in our wider partner umbrella. They have excellent standing as a knowledgeable industry leader in Taiwan and we’re extremely glad to be bringing them into our partner portfolio. We believe that this will help contribute to the further growth of both organizations in the region. We are excited to get started with BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. to help establish our motto “Differentiate. Innovate” in the region.”

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.

SOKO presents low-impact denim finishing innovations at Denim PV Milan

SOKO will present a range of sustainable denim finishing technologies and collaborative projects at the upcoming Denim Première Vision Milan on 20–21 May in Milan. At booth G27 in Superstudio Più, the company will showcase new chemical solutions designed to combine fashionable denim effects with reduced environmental impact.

Fifteen years of Autoneum – From spin off to global technology leader

What started as a strategic carve‑out has since become the success story of a global technology leader in acoustic and thermal management solutions for vehicles. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, Autoneum supplies leading automobile manufacturers worldwide with innovative, lightweight and increasingly sustainable solutions.

Kruger, Canada, orders first nonwovens line for sustainable wipes from ANDRITZ

International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from newly established Kruger Nonwovens to deliver a complete WetlaceTM hybrid line for the Wayagamack mill in Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada. With this investment, pulp and paper producer Kruger is preparing to enter the nonwovens market with a new generation of plastic-free, chemical-free materials for sustainable wipes. The line is the first of its kind in Canada and is scheduled to start production in 2028.

Picanol to present its leading weaving technology at ITM 2026

Picanol is pleased to announce it will be participating in ITM 2026 in Istanbul. This is a key event for industry professionals to engage with the Turkish textile industry as well as the extensive international audience attending the fair. During the event, Picanol will present its latest innovations to the visitors in Hall 8, booth 802.

The updated poster on biodegradable Polymers in various environments has been released

As part of the PerPlacsBio project, nova-Institute has updated its popular poster on the biodegradability of polymers in different environments. The updated version reflects current standards, certifications and the latest scientific findings. The poster can be used to assess biodegradable alternatives for use in agriculture and forestry, and it is now available in German for the first time.