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Most important task of the German government: Reducing bureaucracy

Reduce red tape and eliminate reporting obligations: If retailers of fast-moving consumer goods have their way, the new German government should put the reduction of bureaucracy at the top of the agenda for its new economic policy in Germany. By Sibylle Michel

Akquisition

Jakob Müller Holding AG acquires Buss AG

The industrial company Jakob Müller Holding AG (JMH) is expanding its technology portfolio and acquiring Buss AG. This step strengthens JMH's ‘Process Solutions’ division and significantly expands its position in the key area of high-viscosity process engineering. By Sibylle Michel

Interview with Thomas Lepretre from JEC

“Composites have key competitive advantages”

JEC World, the leading international trade fair for composite materials, is fast approaching. A good opportunity to talk to Thomas Lepretre, VP Events, Sales & Operations at JEC, about what makes the trade fair so special, which topics are in focus this year and where the ... By Editorial staff

Important Change

Fluorescent ban will impact on colour

The British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) is alerting apparel brands, retailers and their supply chain partners to an important change taking place this month. By Editorial staff

Techtextil and Texprocess are responding to the growth opportunities and needs of the innovative branches: international business chances, expert knowledge and young professionals. © Jean-Luc Valentin/Messe Frankfurt

13/02/2025 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026: Adapted hall layout

The leading international trade fairs Techtextil and Texprocess strengthen their offering for the upcoming edition from 21 to 24 April 2026. The focus ... By Sibylle Michel

The Heimtextil is developing its range in a target group-specific way, creating shorter distances and promoting synergies between its diverse product segments. © Messe Frankfurt/Pietro Sutera

13/02/2025 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Heimtextil 2026 is adapting to market needs

After a successful edition with increase in both visitors and exhibitors in January, Heimtextil is tapping into further growth potential with an optimized ... By Sibylle Michel

X-Rite’s Pantora desktop application enables manufacturers to create realistic digital material twins of Mocha Mousse, capturing not only its spectral data but also texture, weave, or sheen. © X-Rite

13/02/2025 – Colour management solutions

Colour management solutions

X-Rite helps brands incorporate Pantone Colour of the Year 2025

Global brands and manufacturers in textiles, apparel, plastics, and home goods can quickly integrate Pantone 17-1230 Mocha Mousse into their digital colour ... By Editorial staff

MOON was launched in 2022 together with AFBW and Gherzi. Picture: Anton Schumann, CEO and Partner Gherzi Germany. © Gherzi

12/02/2025 – Textile industry in transition

Textile industry in transition

MOON 2.0 helps with transformation processes

The Hanns Pielenz Foundation, shareholder of the Amann Group, has achieved a remarkable milestone with the successful completion of the second phase of ... By Sibylle Michel

The programme is an essential resource for onboarding new managers and upskilling seasoned professionals across a variety of key roles. © Testex

12/02/2025 – EU sustainability regulations

EU sustainability regulations

Testex Academy launches certification programme

Testex Academy announces the launch of an industry-leading certification programme to navigate EU sustainability regulations. By Sibylle Michel

From left: Jochen Adler, CTO, and Georg Stausberg, CEO, both Oerlikon Manmade Fibers Solutions, Dr. Max Preisenberger, Head of Catalysts at Evonik, Lukas Adamek, Head of Strategy & Business Development Oerlikon Manmade Fibers Solutions, and Dr. Gerd Löhden, SVP R&D Smart Materials Evonik at the official founding of the new partnership between Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik. © Oerlikon

11/02/2025 – Sustainability in the plastics industry

Sustainability in the plastics industry

Strategic partnership between Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik

Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik have announced their cooperation to promote chemical recycling of Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste. By Sibylle Michel

Boss Director Marketa Miltenberger and Co-Director Placido Klitzke. © Hugo Boss

10/02/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 6/2025

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