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Review of the industry - week 35/2025

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 Kathrin Elling

Personnel matter

Karl Mayer appoints Christian Botschek as Managing Director

Textile machinery manufacturer Karl Mayer expands its management team: Christian Botschek has taken responsibility for production, assembly and prototype construction since July. By Daniel Keienburg

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 34/2025

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 Kathrin Elling

Crisis and future of Swiss sheep’s wool

Swiss wool between potential and pressure

The purchase of Swiss wool was suspended in spring 2025 – a consequence of shrinking demand and a lack of infrastructure. What happens when a natural material with unique properties can no longer find a market? By Editorial staff

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-33 Copyright Lichtzauber — CEO Rainer Mestermann has been leading the company since 2011 and has helped Mahlo successfully expand beyond the textile sector. © Lichtzauber

18/08/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 33/2025

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 Kathrin Elling

Echoic-folks-Getzner-Textil-Copyright-Getzner-Textil.jpg — Inspired by global cultural influences, “Echoic Folks” stands for a timeless aesthetic. © Getzner Textil

18/08/2025 – Between tradition and innovation

Between tradition and innovation

What autumn/winter 2026/27 will look like

The new autumn and winter collection 2026/27 from Getzner Textil tells stories of origin, change, and the future. Four curated colour worlds – “Echoic ... By Sibylle Michel

The CLO zFab Kit, which includes three innovative devices – the zFab Cutter, the zFab Draper, and the zFab Scanner – will be available exclusively to CLO’s Enterprise clients. © CLO Virtual Fashion

14/08/2025 – CLO unveils the zFab Kit

CLO unveils the zFab Kit

AI-powered fabric digitization system

CLO Virtual Fashion, an industry leader in 3D garment visualization and design technology, announced the launch of the all-new CLO zFab Kit, a groundbreaking ... By Editorial staff

Hagen Lotzmann, new Managing Director of Karl Mayer Technical Textiles, is looking forward to ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025 with great anticipation. © Karl Mayer

14/08/2025 – Personnel matter

Personnel matter

Hagen Lotzmann is the head of Karl Mayer Technical Textiles

Karl Mayer Technical Textiles has had a new Managing Director since July 1, 2025. Hagen Lotzmann has taken over the position at the head of the company ... By Sibylle Michel

Messe-Frankfurt--HK--Ltd-Copyright-Messe-Frankfurt--HK--Ltd-.jpg — A strong combination of global exhibitors has already confirmed their participation this year. © Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd.

13/08/2025 – Trade fair

Trade fair

Global exhibitors set for Cinte Techtextil China 2025

With 12 exhibiting countries and regions so far confirmed, Cinte Techtextil China is poised to present a dynamic industry platform, bridging the gap between ... By Editorial staff

Traditional polyacrylate or copolymer washing-off agents frequently fall short in fully eliminating unfixed dye from fabrics. © Archroma

12/08/2025 – Reactive dyeing

Reactive dyeing

Archroma introduces new washing-off auxiliary

Archroma launched “Cyclanon XC-W e”, an innovative washing-off auxiliary that improves productivity and reduces resource consumption in cellulosic dyeing ... By Editorial staff

Markus Nicolaus on his new role: “I look forward to working with our dedicated and highly qualified team to drive forward the strategic realignment worldwide.” © Amann

12/08/2025 – Personnel matter

Personnel matter

New management team at Amann Group

The Amann Group Advisory Board has decided on a structural realignment of the management team and appointed Markus Nicolaus as the company’s new CEO, ... By Sibylle Michel