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Certifications

Re&Up achieves full C2C certified circularity first

The textile-to-textile recycler has become the first company in the textile industry to achieve C2C Certified Circularity for all products, the most rigorous global standard for verifying circular product design and recovery-readiness at scale. By Editorial staff

Anniversary

GKD turns 100: A technology leader with vision

From a small local weaving mill to a globally active group of companies with over 800 employees: For their anniversary, GKD – Gebr. Kufferath AG looks back on 100 years of innovation and confidence – and sets the course for a sustainable future. By Sibylle Michel

Exhibition

Strong start for Textile Recycling Expo in Brussels

The first Textiles Recycling Expo took place in Brussels on 4–5 June 2025 and has been heralded as a landmark gathering for the industry, bringing together key stakeholders and promoting discussion, collaboration and innovation. By Editorial staff

Advertorial

Agility and Impact in Fashion 4.0

In 2025, fashion companies must be agile, sustainable, and data-driven. Lectra’s Industry 4.0 SaaS solutions offer intelligent, connected, and fashion-specific solutions to meet these urgent demands and future-proof the textile value chain. Lectra

From fashion fabrics and accessories, to sustainability, innovation and digital transformation, prospects for the industry’s future were on show across the show’s seven halls. © Messe Frankfurt

17/04/2025 – Intertextile Apparel Spring Edition

Intertextile Apparel Spring Edition

Demonstration of resilience and versatility

After welcoming nearly 95,000 visitors from 131 countries and regions, curtains closed for Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics, signalling a successful ... By Editorial staff

17/04/2025 – 2024 financial year

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 ... By Sibylle Michel

16/04/2025 – ITMA 2027

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 ... By Jasmin Deschner

textile network wishes you a happy Easter! © Bigc Studio/stock.adobe.com

16/04/2025 – On our own behalf

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

The RTS Textiles Group’s manufacturing excellence spans three key centres, ensuring the highest standards across production, innovation and service. © RTS Textiles Group

16/04/2025 – Merger

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 ... By Sibylle Michel

NYES combines traditional embroidery with state-of-the-art 3D printing. © Stratasys

15/04/2025 – Textile printing

Textile printing

Sustainable and creative fashion using a 3D fashion solution

New York Embroidery Studio (NYES) has integrated the Stratasys J850 TechStyle printer into its manufacturing capabilities to combine traditional embroidery ... By Sibylle Michel

Buyers were drawn to the quality and variety of offerings across different zones and multiple pavilions. © Messe Frankfurt

15/04/2025 – Trade Fair

Trade Fair

Yarn Expo Spring 2025 concluded successfully

Yarn Expo Spring 2025 came to a successful close, setting a record with over 560 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions, and attracting nearly 24,000 ... By Editorial staff