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Left: The silicone emulsion with homogeneous size distribution of the emulsion droplets. Right: Poor silicone emulsion with large emulsion droplets. © Zschimmer & Schwarz

 
18/03/2025 – Carbon fiber production

Carbon fiber production

New spin finish optimizes the production process

Carbon fibers play a central role in high-tech industries such as aviation, the automotive industry and renewable energies. Their exceptional mechanical ... By  Sibylle Michel
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The 63rd edition of Filo, the International Yarns and Fibres Exhibition, closed in Milan by performing very positive results. © FILO

 
14/03/2025 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Filo closed with positive results

Despite the current economic downturn, buyers at the 63rd edition of Filo have appreciated the valuable collections proposed by the exhibitors, which ... By  Editorial staff
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The partnership brings together ISKO’s cutting-edge fabric technology and Blanche’s collection that redefines denim with quality and style at its core. © Blanche

 
14/03/2025 – Sustainable Fashion

Sustainable Fashion

ISKO’s denim fabrics made from recycled materials

Blanche’s Kokoro collection showcases ISKO’s responsible and innovative textile technologies for all its denim pieces. The textile company is proud to ... By  Editorial staff
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Global Standard, the nonprofit that operates the GOTS, is concerned EU Omnibus package will weaken sustainability reporting. © GOTS

 
11/03/2025 – Sustainability

Sustainability

Global Standard: Concern over EU Omnibus package

Global Standard views the recently published European Commission Omnibus package as a step backwards in the pursuit of a more sustainable EU as the cornerstone ... By  Editorial staff
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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

 
10/03/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 10/2025

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
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In Kyrgyz cotton farming, water is used with care. Only the necessary amount is directed to the plants in May through controlled flows – yet they remain green long after. © Cotonea/Jörg Böthling

 
10/03/2025 – Separating fact from fiction

Separating fact from fiction

The fairy tale of thirsty cotton

For decades, the fast fashion industry has perpetuated myths about cotton, branding it as a “thirsty” crop to justify petroleum-based alternatives. But ... By  Sibylle Michel
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The new, free-to-attend exhibition and conference will bring together professionals from across the textiles, fashion, waste and recycling industries. © AMI

 
06/03/2025 – Textiles Recycling Expo in Brussels

Textiles Recycling Expo in Brussels

Leading voices join conference programme

The first speakers have been announced for the Textiles Recycling Expo that takes place on 4-5 June 2025 at the Brussels Expo in Belgium. The trade fair will ... By  Editorial staff