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Fiber Conference 2025

64th Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress: Call for Papers

The Dornbirn GFC is inviting researchers, experts, manufacturers, and practitioners to submit papers for the 64th edition, taking place 10 – 12 September 2025 in Dornbirn, Austria. By Sibylle Michel

Events

Edana hosted Sustainability Forum 2024

The Sustainability Forum 2024 showcased pathways to a greener future for the Nonwovens Industry. By Editorial staff

Textile recycling

Selenis and Syre in strategic partnership

The two companies announce a strategic partnership to establish a textile-to-textile recycling plant in Cedar Creek, North Carolina, USA. By Editorial staff

Sustainability and performance

Expansion of PVD technology capabilities

Oerlikon Riri and Oerlikon Fineparts expand their PVD technology capabilities to enhance sustainability and performance. By Editorial staff

Each morning the keynote speakers will open the programme with exciting statements and lectures. © Irina Sokolovskaya/stock.adobe.com

17/03/2021 – 35th International Cotton Conference Bremen

35th International Cotton Conference Bremen

Keynotes: Sustainability, transparency and responsibility

Around 400 participants from over 30 countries have registered for the conference, which takes place on 17 and 18 March. By Sibylle Michel

With online and hybrid solutions running in tandem with the physical fair and a broad selection of products and services to discover, there is something to be found for every buyer. © Messe Frankfurt

17/03/2021 – Full spectrum of the textile supply chain

Full spectrum of the textile supply chain

Intertextile Apparel opens its Spring Edition today

Nearly 2,600 exhibitors from 17 countries and regions join the fair at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, from 17 – 19 March. By Editorial staff

Ökoprofit certificate: Albaad has been striving to increase its eco-efficiency for a long time. As of 2018, the company was awarded the title of “Ökoprofit company” by the district of Steinfurt, Germany. © Albaad

16/03/2021 – Sustainability

Sustainability

Albaad is certified climate neutral

Albaad is the first wet wipe manufacturer in Germany to be certified as climate-neutral and launches products made from 100 percent recycled material. By Editorial staff

Stylish recycling: The nylon used in Eco RX 6080 high-quality man-made leather from Clarino is produced entirely from recycled materials. With this material, Kuraray helps the fashion industry improve the sustainability profile of its products. © Kuraray

16/03/2021 – Sustainability

Sustainability

Man-made leather with nylon made from 100 percent recycled materials

Kuraray is introducing Eco RX8060 – the world’s first man-made leather containing nylon made entirely from recycled materials. By Editorial staff

From 17 – 19 March, over 2,500 exhibitors will be joining the fair to cover an exhibition area of nearly 160,000 sqm. © Messe Frankfurt

16/03/2021 – From denim to functional fabrics and sustainable textiles

From denim to functional fabrics and sustainable textiles

Intertextile Apparel Spring Edition offers it all

As Intertextile Apparel’s next edition starts tomorrow, March 17, fairgoers can look forward to an all-round, comprehensive sourcing experience. By Sibylle Michel

Pakistan textile and clothing exports. Latest trade performance is demonstrated in the chart. © The Fiber Year

15/03/2021 – Corona pandemic

Corona pandemic

The Fiber Year: Pakistan

When it comes to pandemic, Pakistan continues to fare better than other parts of the world as the situation remained under control. by Andreas Engelhardt By Editorial staff

Due to the ongoing uncertainties around the pandemic, the organizers have decided to hold the trade show trio in May on a digital basis. The 48 Hours PSI Digital will kick off from May 19–21, 2021. © Reed Exhibitions

15/03/2021 – New: “Digital Friday” from June until January 2022

New: “Digital Friday” from June until January 2022

PSI, PromoTex Expo and viscom 2021 will take place online

The trade show trio of PSI, PromoTex Expo and viscom, planned for 18–20 May, will take place this year online. The next physical PSI is planned for January ... By Sibylle Michel