textile network

New partnership

Durst Group X GMG Americas

The strategic partnership between the Durst Group’s Blixen and GMG Americas broadens access in North and South America to open print automation, advanced colour technology, and service capabilities. The two companies announced this in Las Vegas. By Larissa Terwart

Extra-wide format

Karl Mayer HKS 3-M EL

The HKS 3-M EL combines a 330" working width, expandable by a further 10", with speeds of up to 2,800 min?¹. KARL MAYER positions the extra-wide model for maximum productivity, particularly for modern sporting goods. By Daniel Keienburg

New agent-based AI

Blue Yonder expands “Cognitive Solutions” portfolio

Blue Yonder has unveiled new retail enhancements designed to more tightly connect forecasting, inventory planning, order fulfilment, customer service and returns on a single platform. By Sophie Starklauf

direct-to-film printer

Mimaki expands DTF colour gamut

Mimaki Europe has announced the TxF330-800, its new direct-to-film (DTF) printer. New ink colours, an expanded ink system and automated maintenance features are designed to streamline workflow and support consistent print quality. By Daniel Keienburg

ITMF-International-Collaboration-Award-2026-Copyright-Archroma.jpg — HeiQ and Archroma win ITMF International Collaboration Award 2026. © Archroma

22/09/2026 – Swiss textile partners recognised

Swiss textile partners recognised

HeiQ, Archroma win ITMF award

ITMF has awarded HeiQ and Archroma its International Collaboration Award 2026 for their strategic partnership, highlighting cooperation that supports ... By Editorial staff

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21/09/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 38/2026

These five articles drew the most attention in your industry last week. By Kathrin Elling

Hua Du has been appointed chief executive officer, effective September 14. © The Lycra Company

21/09/2026 – Leadership

Leadership

CEO change at The Lycra Company

Hua Du has served as CEO of The Lycra Company since September 14. Dean Williams, previously interim CEO, continues in his role as chief financial officer. By Daniel Keienburg

18/09/2026 – Personnel appointment

Personnel appointment

Alvanon with two new senior executive appointments

Alvanon has announced two senior appointments: the US sizing-technology specialist has named Tabitha Chilton and Laura Berens as Regional Directors. By Larissa Terwart

The development of The LYCRA Company’s COOLMAX CloakFX fiber, which minimizes the appearance of sweat on fabrics, will be presented at the Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress 2026. © The LYCRA Company

17/09/2026 – Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress

Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress

The Lycra Company Showcases at Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress

Presentations highlight advances in Textile-to-Textile Recycling and Sweat-Masking Technology. By Antje Schmidtpeter

Modern-garment-factory-Copyright-Meisenbach-Verlag---generiert-mit-KI.png — Connected garment production: despite growing automation, sewing remains a central, human-led operation. © Meisenbach Verlag - generiert mit KI

16/09/2026 – ITMA 2027

ITMA 2027

From machines to connected systems

Sewing remains labour-intensive, but almost everything around it is being automated and digitally linked at scale. Connected transport, cutting, machine ... By Antje Schmidtpeter

The DDP creates a structured database for traceability. It also makes the circular economy easier to understand. © Junkle

16/09/2026 – Digital Product Passport (DPP)

Digital Product Passport (DPP)

The Traceable Product History

With the Digital Product Passport (DPP), sustainability moves from being a promise to becoming a verifiable attribute. It provides structured, verifiable ... By Antje Schmidtpeter