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2025 OECD Forum on due diligence in the garment and footwear sector

A total of 2.400 delegates participated annual Forum, which took place on 11 and 12 February at the OECD headquarters at Château de la Muette in Paris, set the focus on the implementation of mandatory due diligence within the sector. By Yvonne Heinen-Foudeh

Legal protection

Karl Mayer wins trademark dispute

The strong reputation of Karl Mayer’s successful warp preparation brand family – Prowarp, Karl Mayer Prosize and Prodye – has led to copycat activity, prompting the company to take legal action in Turkey. By Sibylle Michel

Akquisition

Jakob Müller Group acquires MEI International

Jakob Müller Group (JMG), a global leader in narrow fabric weaving machinery, today announced the acquisition of 100% of the shares of MEI International, effective January 1, 2025. By Sibylle Michel

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 of the Green Deal. By Editorial staff

The congress offers a platform to present cutting-edge research and innovations that will shape the future of the fiber and textile industries. © Dornbirn GFC

29/11/2024 – Fiber Conference 2025

Fiber Conference 2025

64th Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress: Call for Papers

The Dornbirn GFC is inviting researchers, experts, manufacturers, and practitioners to submit papers for the 64th edition, taking place 10 – 12 September ... By Sibylle Michel

The Forum's sessions offered a unique blend of forward-thinking ideas and practical approaches to sustainability. © Edana

29/11/2024 – Events

Events

Edana hosted Sustainability Forum 2024

The Sustainability Forum 2024 showcased pathways to a greener future for the Nonwovens Industry. By Editorial staff

Milliken Assure marks the manufacturer’s entry into the moisture barrier product category. © Milliken

28/11/2024 – Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment

Non-PFAS moisture barrier for firefighter turnout gear

Global diversified manufacturing leader Milliken & Company announced the launch of Milliken Assure, North America’s first non-PFAS, non-halogenated, flame-resistant ... By Editorial staff

Selenis and Syre are both at the front-end of innovation within advanced recycling technologies that deliver a mission to decarbonise and dewaste the textile industry. © Syre

27/11/2024 – Textile recycling

Textile recycling

Selenis and Syre in strategic partnership

The two companies announce a strategic partnership to establish a textile-to-textile recycling plant in Cedar Creek, North Carolina, USA. By Editorial staff

26/11/2024 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

The last issue of the year has been published!

In addition to many exciting topics, the current issue of textile network focuses on innovations and developments in functional clothing and textile finishing. By Sibylle Michel

Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) is a thin-film coating process that distinguishes itself from traditional galvanic techniques, offering numerous benefits. © RIRI SA

25/11/2024 – Sustainability and performance

Sustainability and performance

Expansion of PVD technology capabilities

Oerlikon Riri and Oerlikon Fineparts expand their PVD technology capabilities to enhance sustainability and performance. By Editorial staff

TN_eng_Wochenrückblicke_KW47 — The exhibition is an ideal platform to promote new innovations and technologies specifically tailored for the Asian market. © ITMA

25/11/2024 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 47/2024

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 Sven Ramer