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Ventile reports record sales in France

Sustainable textile manufacturer, Ventile, has reported an 800% increase in total sales in France for the period January – December 2024, marking a record-breaking year for the company in the region. By Editorial staff

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 13/2025

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 Daniel Keienburg

textile network survey

Outlook 2025: Positive feedback from the industry

The textile industry is currently facing major challenges. We want to focus on the positive developments and have therefore conducted a survey with several textile companies. You can find their surprising responses on our topic page “Survey 2025”. By Sibylle Michel

New corporate brand

Merger of Mehler Texnologies and Heytex

Effective immediately, Mehler Texnologies and Heytex, both part of the Freudenberg Group, will operate together under the new name MehlerHeytex. By Sibylle Michel

The Foundation seeks the active support of exhibitors at Fespa Global Print Expo 2025 to produce printed applications such as educational posters, maps, student clothing and backpacks. © FESPA

19/03/2025 – New Foundation

New Foundation

Launch of The Fespa Foundation

Fespa announces the launch of The Fespa Foundation, dedicated to encouraging sustainable practices throughout the speciality print and visual communications ... By Editorial staff

Held at Jeanologia’s headquarters in Valencia and other key textile industry locations in Spain, the event has been a pivotal meeting point where future leaders exchanged ideas and knowledge. © Jeanologia

19/03/2025 – 30th Anniversary

30th Anniversary

Jeanologia empowers the next generation

In 2025, Jeanologia celebrates its 30th anniversary. The Spanish company commemorates this milestone with an special event, the NextGen Summit, bringing ... By Editorial staff

Left: The silicone emulsion with homogeneous size distribution of the emulsion droplets. Right: Poor silicone emulsion with large emulsion droplets. © Zschimmer & Schwarz

18/03/2025 – Carbon fiber production

Carbon fiber production

New spin finish optimizes the production process

Carbon fibers play a central role in high-tech industries such as aviation, the automotive industry and renewable energies. Their exceptional mechanical ... By Sibylle Michel

A special highlight is our exclusive survey with companies from the textile industry and their outlook for 2025. We wanted to know from the companies which developments make them confident for the year 2025. © Meisenbach Verlag

18/03/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

The new issue 1-2025 of textile network is out!

Our first issue of the year has been published! Included this time: the latest developments and innovations in technical textiles and textiles for hygiene ... By Sibylle Michel

Global Standard, the nonprofit that operates the GOTS, is concerned EU Omnibus package will weaken sustainability reporting. © GOTS

17/03/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 11/2025

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 Daniel Keienburg

The TF30 weaving machine ensures gentle yarn handling for high-performance fibers. © Stäubli

17/03/2025 – Advertisement

Stäubli redefines textile production

Technical textiles are essential in products like airbags, printed circuit boards, parachutes, and artificial grass. High-end fibers such as carbon fiber ... By Editorial staff

The 63rd edition of Filo, the International Yarns and Fibres Exhibition, closed in Milan by performing very positive results. © FILO

14/03/2025 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Filo closed with positive results

Despite the current economic downturn, buyers at the 63rd edition of Filo have appreciated the valuable collections proposed by the exhibitors, which ... By Editorial staff