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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 direction and future-oriented investments. By Sibylle Michel

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 under one unified entity. By Sibylle Michel

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 will be held from 16 to 22 September 2027. By Jasmin Deschner

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

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

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

Source: 8th-31st ITMF Global Textile Industry Survey (31st: 17-26.03.2025) – last data point = March 2025. © ITMF

15/04/2025 – Economy

Economy

Results of the ITMF Global Textile Industry Survey

ITMF has released the results of its Global Textile Industry Survey for March 2025. This survey revealed a complex picture of a deteriorated business ... By Editorial staff

Both Edana and Inda urge policymakers to prioritize negotiations and seek mutually beneficial resolutions. © Edana

15/04/2025 – US Tariffs

US Tariffs

Edana and Inda advocate for collaboration on trade policies

Edana, the global association and voice representing the nonwovens and related industries, and Inda, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, ... By Editorial staff

Powered with 100% renewable energy and leveraging advanced technologies, RE&UP sets a new benchmark for sustainable, low-impact recycled textile fibres. © Re&Up

14/04/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 15/2025

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

The new facility enhances the capacity to meet the increasing demand for innovative thread solutions in Bangladesh and across South Asia. © A&E Gütermann

14/04/2025 – Expansion

Expansion

A&E expands global footprint

Thread manufacturer American & Efird (A&E), has announced the opening of its new manufacturing operation in Chattogram, Bangladesh. The new state-of-the-art ... By Sibylle Michel