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Lorpen is a pioneer in the development of T3 layer technology, the use of flat seams in toe caps and the use of compostable materials in its performance models. The company is now managed independently by its courageous employees. © Lorpen

 
15/01/2026 – Employee buyout

Employee buyout

Sock manufacturer Lorpen now operating independently

The Spanish functional and sports sock brand Lorpen is back on its own two feet. Parts of the management and workforce seized the opportunity to take ‘their ... By  Editorial staff
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New fibre and recycling processes, energy savings in production and AI-based quality control will be presented in Denkendorf. © DC / stock.adobe.com - generiert mit KI

 
09/01/2026 – Germany’s textile sector focuses on innovation

Germany’s textile sector focuses on innovation

Research and industry meet at Denkendorf’s Innovation Day 2026

Despite a subdued economic climate up to autumn 2025, the DITF Denkendorf Innovation Day on 26 February 2026 will serve as a sign of renewal through technology. By  Daniel Keienburg
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Recycled cotton fibres show clear differences from new material, influencing yarn quality. Experts at the 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen explain which parameters are key. © fivan / stock.adobe.com generiert mit KI

 
05/01/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 1/2026

These five articles drew the most attention in your industry last week. By  Kathrin Elling
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What news and topics have moved our readers this year? We reveal all in our review. © Annamorphosis/stock.adobe.com

 
30/12/2025 – On our own account

On our own account

Industry review 2025

What news and topics affected our readers in 2025? We'll tell you in our annual review! By  Editorial staff
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Recycled cotton fibres show clear differences from new material, influencing yarn quality. Experts at the 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen explain which parameters are key. © fivan / stock.adobe.com generiert mit KI

 
23/12/2025 – Advances in Measuring Recycled Cotton Fibres

Advances in Measuring Recycled Cotton Fibres

Recycled Fibre Quality in Focus

The 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen brings together research and industry experts to examine how recycled cotton fibres can be assessed more ... By  Daniel Keienburg
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We wish you a wonderful festive season! © Puckung-AdobeStock – Generiert mit KI

 
18/12/2025 – Christmas Greetings

Christmas Greetings

Time to say THANK YOU

As the year draws to a close, we would like to express our sincere gratitude for your loyalty, support and continued interest in our specialist media. By  Antje Schmidtpeter
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16/12/2025 – Strengthening sustainable textile supply chains

Strengthening sustainable textile supply chains

Textile label “Green Button” set for further development

The Green Button is now one of Germany’s best-known textile labels. A new phase has begun to further develop this state-run scheme as a central instrument ... By  Antje Schmidtpeter