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2024 financial year

CHT Group grows steadily and invests record-breaking amounts

Despite volatile markets, the CHT Group achieved robust sales growth last year and significantly increased its operating result – a sign of a clear strategic direction and future-oriented investments. By Sibylle Michel

Merger

Stronger together: Foundation of the RTS Textiles Group Ltd

In a strategic move designed to align their long-term vision, RTS Textiles Ltd (RTS) is bringing together all of its operations and joint venture partners under one unified entity. By Sibylle Michel

ITMA 2027

Hanover gears up to welcome ITMA participants

The city of Hanover is eagerly waiting to welcome participants of the world’s largest textile and garment technology exhibition – ITMA 2027. The exhibition will be held from 16 to 22 September 2027. By Jasmin Deschner

On our own behalf

Sunny Easter greetings from the textile network team!

We wish you and your loved ones Happy Easter Holidays, a happy spring, and many wonderful moments to recharge your batteries! By Sibylle Michel

Rainer Keiemburg, Vice President for Industrial Lubricants at TotalEnergies Lubrifiants, and Marcus Mayer, Managing Partner Mayer & Cie. signed the cooperation in Strasbourg on February 6, 2025. © Benjamin Hincker

03/03/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 9/2025

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

An Executive Guide reveals that Next-Gen Materials could represent 8% of the total fibre market by 2030, which is equivalent to approximately 13 million tons. © Fashion for Good - Boston Consulting Group

03/03/2025 – New report

New report

Next-Gen Materials to reach 8% of fibre market by 2030

New report from Fashion for Good and BCG unveils executive guide for scaling Next-Gen Materials advising industry leaders to pull individual and collective ... By Editorial staff

Highlighted exhibitor presenting functional pillow collections crafted from organic materials. © Messe Frankfurt

28/02/2025 – Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles

Spring Edition presents smart bedding technologies

From 11 to 13 March 2025 at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre, visitors can explore these trends and discover the latest innovations, alongside ... By Editorial staff

Too much paperwork: According to a survey by Setlog, representatives of the consumer goods industry want nothing more from the new German government than a reduction in bureaucracy. © Scott Graham/unsplash

28/02/2025 – Setlog survey

Setlog survey

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 ... By Sibylle Michel

A wide range of functional fabrics and accessories exhibitors across the fairground will showcase sustainable products at the upcoming Spring Edition. © Messe Frankfurt/Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics

27/02/2025 – Trade Fair Shanghai

Trade Fair Shanghai

Intertextile Apparel reveals exhibitors

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition will be held from 11 – 13 March 2025. Featuring over 3,000 exhibitors across 190,000 sqm at Shanghai’s ... By Editorial staff

This Parisian event has established itself as an unmissable contact point for designers, buyers and suppliers of fabrics and finished products. © Messe Frankfurt

27/02/2025 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

New sourcing opportunities at Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris

The 56th edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris took place in a dynamic atmosphere. More than 8,500 international visitors made business connection ... By Editorial staff

Stephan Bühler, owner of JMH: “In the future, we will be able to offer even more efficient solutions in the field of process engineering and plant construction. This includes processes in the areas of kneading, mixing, compounding and cooling.” © Jakob Müller Holding AG

27/02/2025 – Akquisition

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 ... By Sibylle Michel