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RWTH Aachen

Award for Sustainable Carbon Fibre Cycles

Targeted electrochemical surface modification can make carbon fibre sizing resistant to solvolysis. This approach, developed by Sabina Dann, earned her the MSW Award from RWTH Aachen University for her master's thesis. By Daniel Keienburg

Hall 12.0/B79

Karl Mayer at Techtextil: New warp-knit advances and a dedicated Innovation Center

Karl Mayer presents advanced textile structures, reinforcement fabrics and functional apparel solutions at Techtextil, alongside the parallel opening of its Textile Innovation Center in Obertshausen. By Daniel Keienburg

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 6/2026

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

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026

Innovation Remains the Industry’s Key Driver

The statements made at the 15 January press conference for Techtextil and Texprocess continue to set the tone for the sector. Artificial intelligence, advanced materials and digital processes are shaping the next stage of textile transformation. Both trade fairs consolidate ... By Daniel Keienburg

15/01/2026 – Promotional Products Industry

Promotional Products Industry

PSI 2026: Trends, AI and a Change of Venue

Three days of new products and technical services revealed current directions in the promotional products sector, while the event’s upcoming move to Cologne ... By Daniel Keienburg

14/01/2026 – Olymp Bezner

Olymp Bezner

Eberhard Bezner: A Life Dedicated to the Textile Industry

Eberhard Bezner, long-time Managing Director and co-shareholder of Olymp Bezner KG from Bietigheim-Bissingen, celebrated his 90th birthday on New Year's ... By Larissa Terwart

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12/01/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 2/2026

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

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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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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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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

Baumwolle-in-einer-Hand-Copyright-fivan---stock-adobe-com-generiert-mit-KI.jpg — 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