textile network

Personnel matter

Karl Mayer appoints Christian Botschek as Managing Director

Textile machinery manufacturer Karl Mayer expands its management team: Christian Botschek has taken responsibility for production, assembly and prototype construction since July. By Daniel Keienburg

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 34/2025

At this point, we present the five most read articles of the past week. The ranking is based on your click behavior on the website. By Kathrin Elling

Crisis and future of Swiss sheep’s wool

Swiss wool between potential and pressure

The purchase of Swiss wool was suspended in spring 2025 – a consequence of shrinking demand and a lack of infrastructure. What happens when a natural material with unique properties can no longer find a market? By Editorial staff

Textile printing

Mimaki to exhibit at Texworld Paris

Mimaki Europe, a leading manufacturer of inkjet printing and cutting technologies, announces its participation in Texworld Paris, taking place from 15th-17th September at Parc des Expositions de Paris-Le Bourget. By Editorial staff

The upcoming fair aims to capitalise on the momentum of China’s market, by promoting innovative and sustainable offerings from across the globe. © Messe Frankfurt

28/08/2025 – Trade fair

Trade fair

Intertextile Apparel: innovation, sustainability, and design

Following China's textile industry demonstrating strong resilience and growth, the global textile community will gather at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel ... By Editorial staff

Freudenberg-Oberflaechen-Nassvliesstoff-aus-Glasfasern-Copyright-Freudenberg-Performance-Materials.jpg — Freudenberg’s glass fiber wetlaid material surfacing veil. © Freudenberg Performance Materials

28/08/2025 – CAMX 2025 in Orlando, Florida/USA

CAMX 2025 in Orlando, Florida/USA

Freudenberg to exhibit for the first time

Freudenberg Performance Materials (Freudenberg) will be exhibiting for the first time at CAMX 2025 in Orlando, Florida, from September 9-11. By Sabine Stenzel

“Trimco has a strong foundation steeped in innovation, collaboration and customer focus, and we will continue to deliver exceptional value and service to our customers”, stated Ricardo Lobo. © Trimco

27/08/2025 – Personnel matter

Personnel matter

Trimco Group appoints Ricardo Lobo as Group CEO

Trimco Group, a leading global supplier of branding, traceability and compliance solutions for international apparel brands and retailers, has announced ... By Editorial staff

The Wyron truecycled yarn consists of 50% post-consumer textile waste and 50% recycled polyester. © Brain of Materials

25/08/2025 – Automotive Interior

Automotive Interior

Recycled yarn ensures sustainability in Lotus vehicles

High-quality recycled yarn is now being used in Lotus’ electric vehicles – thanks to the Truecycled process from Trützschler. The innovative material ... By Sibylle Michel

This year's lightweight design of the shoe upper largely dispenses with lining material, reducing polyester consumption by 30% and improving material efficiency. © Huafeng

22/08/2025 – Sustainable sportswear

Sustainable sportswear

Recycled high-tech textiles for Team Sonnenwagen

Reducing the carbon footprint has become a driving force in the textile industry. However, this is particularly challenging in the manufacture of sportswear, ... By Sibylle Michel

The stalks of the sorghum plant can be turned into fibres that are not only lightweight, but strong. © Kiran/stock.adobe.com

21/08/2025 – New natural fiber

New natural fiber

Reinventing fashion with sorghum

When most people think of eco-friendly fashion, cotton and bamboo are often the materials that come to mind. There is a new fibre that is making waves, ... By Editorial staff

From left to right: Stefan Radlmayr (PNW, CEO), Philipp Ebbinghaus (Sandler AG, future CEO), Dr. Ulrich Hornfeck (Sandler AG, Board Member & CCO), Dr. Manuel Clauss (PNW, COO) and Dr. Ulrich Scheufelen (PNW, Senior Consultant). © Sandler AG

20/08/2025 – Partnership

Partnership

Sandler and Phoenix Non Woven cooperate

Nonwoven fabric specialist Sandler is acquiring expertise in wet laid nonwoven technology through a stake in the company. The company aims to reinforce ... By Jasmin Deschner