#Textile chemistry
BASF makes offer to acquire Ciba
Cash offer of CHF 50.00 per share provides attractive premium
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#Textile chemistry
PFAS restrictions drive innovation in waterproof breathable fabrics
Innovation in waterproof breathable fabrics and apparel is being driven by legislation restricting the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) as manufacturers develop alternative membranes and finishes for use in outdoor apparel, according to “Waterproof breathable fabrics: changing legislation is driving innovation”, a 50-page report from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence.
#Techtextil & Texprocess 2028
Techtextil and Texprocess 2028 strengthen networking and business opportunities along the textile value chain
Techtextil and Texprocess are preparing for their next editions from 4 to 7 April 2028 in Frankfurt with an optimised hall layout designed to strengthen connections across the textile value chain. The new structure brings materials, production technologies and processing solutions closer together, while several leading international companies have already confirmed their participation. Exhibitors can benefit from early-booking rates until 30 November 2026.
#Textile chemistry
Archroma and Prosperity Textile to collaborate on denim innovation
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, and Prosperity Textile, an international fabric manufacturer with production bases in China and Vietnam, have announced a partnership to drive denim innovation. They will collaborate to develop, evaluate and implement new approaches to improve denim aesthetics, durability and performance, with a shared commitment to sustainability.
#Textile chemistry
SANITIZED and RUDOLF join forces to extend textile performance and wearability
Long-lasting performance textiles require solutions that address a wide range of consumer expectations, from lasting freshness and comfort to reliable protection against the elements. SANITIZED and RUDOLF are highlighting their latest innovations, demonstrating how specialized textile technologies can support the functional durability and wearability of modern apparel.
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#Digital Printing
Mimaki highlights growing demand for hybrid UV printing across European markets
Insights from Mimaki's European partner network reveal how hybrid UV printing is responding to different regional market needs, driven by growing demand for flexible, application-oriented printing technologies.
#Spinning
Trützschler expands technical service capabilities for spinning mills in Pakistan
Faster support, shorter downtime and advanced repair capabilities: customers across Pakistan can now benefit from the Trützschler Service Station at its new location in Lahore. By combining Trützschler service expertise with state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, the new facility helps spinning mills resolve technical issues more quickly and maintain reliable production.
#India ITME 2026
New momentum for British textile machinery in India
The British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) is looking to India ITME 2026 as a major opportunity to strengthen industrial partnerships and mutually expand exports, following the introduction of the UK-India Free Trade Agreement and the formation of the UK-India Textile Machinery Coalition (UKITMC).
#Raw Materials
Global cotton consumption to exceed production in 2026/27 as Asian demand remains resilient
Global cotton consumption is projected to exceed production in the 2026/27 season as output declines across several major producing countries while demand remains relatively stable, according to the November edition of Cotton This Month, published by the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC).
