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Textile recycling

Selenis and Syre in strategic partnership

The two companies announce a strategic partnership to establish a textile-to-textile recycling plant in Cedar Creek, North Carolina, USA. By Editorial staff

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The last issue of the year has been published!

In addition to many exciting topics, the current issue of textile network focuses on innovations and developments in functional clothing and textile finishing. By Sibylle Michel

Sustainability and performance

Expansion of PVD technology capabilities

Oerlikon Riri and Oerlikon Fineparts expand their PVD technology capabilities to enhance sustainability and performance. By Editorial staff

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Review of the industry - week 47/2024

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 Sven Ramer

Texworld New York City creates opportunities to support the textile community by connecting global manufacturers and suppliers to the US market. © Messe Frankfurt

25/02/2022 – Apparel trade fair

Apparel trade fair

Texworld New York staged virtually

The organizer of the Texworld New York City decided to hold a virtual show from January 25–27, 2022, because of the nationwide increase in Covid variant ... By Editorial staff

No Bluezone in May, but the organizer has big visions for the upcoming Munich Fabric Start and Bluezone in August. © Munich Fabric Start

25/02/2022 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

BLUEZONE in May does not take place

Due to an oversupply of denim trade shows at the same time frame, Bluezone will be rescheduled and will not take place May 3–4, 2022 as previously scheduled. By Sibylle Michel

Ecodown Fibers are setting a new standard in their category and are designed to provide superior loft, warmth and recovery, thanks to the unique multi-shape structure. © Thermore

24/02/2022 – Outdoor clothing

Outdoor clothing

Fiber fillings for insulation in clothing

Thermore’s Ecodown Fibers Genius fiber solution is the next step towards a true down alternative. By Sibylle Michel

The fact that a rising number of companies find themselves in a satisfactory business situation is an indication for a strong and broad recovery. © Jacob Lund Photography/stock.adobe.com

23/02/2022 – 12th ITMF Corona-Survey

12th ITMF Corona-Survey

Business situation and expectation remain favourable

In the 2nd half of January 2022, the ITMF conducted the 12th ITMF Corona-Survey among more than 270 companies around the world in all segments along the ... By Editorial staff

Neil Thorpe (2nd from left) and his team. © Neil Thorpe Lace Design & Draughting

22/02/2022 – Interview with Neil Thorpe

Interview with Neil Thorpe

What’s trendy with lingerie lace

Does the more conscious behavior of buyers have an influence on the lace business? How is demand changing, and what general trends can be expected? By Editorial staff

Soon, mart textiles could become part of everyday life during sports: Fitness wristbands can be supplied with power via the body’s own heat. © Jo Panuwat D/stock.adobe.com

21/02/2022 – Smart textiles

Smart textiles

Power generation via body warmth

Researchers at Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology in Jena, Germany, are developing a self-sufficient energy supply based on textiles. By Sibylle Michel

Europe’s answer to the competitive pressure must be to invest even more on quality and innovative products, made in a sustainable manner. © rustamank/stock.adobe.com

18/02/2022 – Global trade

Global trade

European textile industry needs to increase global market share

Euratex is re-iterating the ambition of the European textile industry to grow its role on global markets. The upcoming European textile strategy must ... By Editorial staff