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The textile network issue 2/2025 has been published!

In our latest issue, we use practical examples to show how AI, CAD and smart software are changing the textile industry. Also in focus: modern textile finishing – from innovative textile printing and new coatings to personalised design. Get your copy now and stay informed ... By Sibylle Michel

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Take part in the textile network reader survey now

We are currently conducting a reader survey in order to further develop our range of services and tailor our content even better to your interests. We are looking forward to your participation! By Editorial staff

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Review of the industry - week 18/2025

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

Picture gallery

Our highlights from Fespa 2025

textile network was at the Fespa Global Print Expo in Berlin and captured exciting impressions of the trade fair in pictures. Discover our highlights from Fespa in our picture gallery. By Sibylle Michel

Joint photo of the Addtex partners and the summer school students in front of the entrance to the PIN in Prato. © Addtex, Alessandro de Rosa

25/07/2024 – Fifth Addtex meeting in Prato

Fifth Addtex meeting in Prato

Smart promotion of green and digital transformation

The fifth meeting of the Addtex partners took place in Prato, Italy, at PIN s.c.r.l. Educational and Scientific Services for the University of Florence. ... By Editorial staff

Visitors will have the opportunity to attend 125 specialist presentations over the three days of the congress. © Dornbirn GFC

24/07/2024 – Fiber congress

Fiber congress

Dornbirn GFC 2024 characterized by the energy transition

The 63rd Dornbirn GFC 2024 presents innovative solutions for the energy transition in the textile industry. The presentations on the main topic “Energy ... By Sibylle Michel

Interested parties can register now for the trade fair for functional fabrics and accessories. © Performance Days

23/07/2024 – “Colorization – Chemistry is Everywhere“

“Colorization – Chemistry is Everywhere“

Performance Days with new Focus Topic

Performance Days is making a clear statement for the future of the textile industry with its new Focus Topic. Under the title “Colorization – Chemistry ... By Sibylle Michel

“Remotion” is recyclable and modified to naturally break down over 90% within four years. © Advansa

23/07/2024 – Polyester fibre with built-in biodegradability

Polyester fibre with built-in biodegradability

A step towards reducing marine plastic pollution

Affiliated companies, Advansa and Asia Pacific Fibers (APF), have launched “Remotion”, a fibre made from recycled ocean-bound plastic bottles, specifically ... By Sibylle Michel

23/07/2024 – Yarn Expo Autumn

Yarn Expo Autumn

Adding momentum to the green movement

Yarn Expo Autumn 2024 is a sourcing platform for both exhibitors and visitors, facilitating access to expanding market opportunities; this year, it will ... By Editorial staff

The comprehensive product portfolio covers a wide range of cotton and polyester interlinings. © Wendler Einlagen

22/07/2024 – Wendler Interlining

Wendler Interlining

Sustainable production in Vietnam as well

Wendler Interlining, headquartered in Reutlingen (Germany), is committed to sustainability and the conservation of resources. In 2020, the company opened ... By Sibylle Michel

Trends 2025 will provide design insights for fairgoers to get to grips with the latest industry trends. © Messe Frankfurt

22/07/2024 – Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles

“Healing Home – Spaces for Thriving Living”

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles is Asia´s leading home textile event which will be held on 14th-16th August 2024 at the National Exhibition and Convention ... By Editorial staff