Rieter, Säntis Textiles and Valvan are supporting Recycling Powerhouse, a Swiss venture designed to scale textile-to-textile recycling through standardized franchise facilities. Its first reference operation is planned for Qatar in early 2027.
Hyosung TNC is bringing sugarcane-derived regen BIO Spandex closer to commercial-scale use in intimate apparel through integrated production and textile partnerships.
Barmag’s Fuzhou Customer Day presented integrated man-made fibre technologies to customers from two major Chinese polyamide manufacturing regions. The event also demonstrated how Barmag’s integration into Rieter could reshape its technology, service and sustainability offering in Asia.
UKFT is urging the Government to reform public procurement so British textile and manufacturing businesses receive greater recognition in public contracts.
Sportswear brands are testing cellulosic fibres as they seek to reduce dependence on fossil-based synthetics without sacrificing comfort or performance.
Avantium, Casa da Malha and Lacatoni present PEF sportswear prototypes, showing how plant-based recyclable polymers could enter performance apparel.
Lenzing’s TENCEL™ Lyocell and Modal fibers combine wood-based raw materials, certified sourcing, comfort performance and resource-efficient production for brands looking to reduce textile impact without compromising fabric quality.
Cygnet Texkimp’s 500kg VHD creel is designed to improve carbon fiber production efficiency by reducing PAN precursor changeovers, extending continuous run cycles and supporting higher-throughput manufacturing.
Ahlstrom’s new ChemoGard BVB fabric targets protective apparel used in chemotherapy handling, combining breathable comfort, viral barrier protection and chemotherapy drug resistance in a lightweight tri-laminate material.
