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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 Contra Denim collection is laser- and laundry-friendly, with colors that are deep and durable. © Archroma

14/10/2024 – New innovations

New innovations

Collaboration to launch low-impact contra denim collection

Archroma, Kipas Denim, and Jeanologia are collaborating to pioneer a new denim finishing process for enhanced aesthetic appeal and greater sustainability. ... By Editorial staff

Dennis Lau as the new Chief Executive Officer oversees the global operations. © Rudholm Group

14/10/2024 – Personnel matter

Personnel matter

Rudholm Group welcomes Dennis Lau as new CEO

Rudholm Group, a global leader in labeling, packaging, trims, and digital solutions for the apparel and footwear industry, announces Dennis Lau as its ... By Editorial staff

Meist gelesen textile network-en KW 41 — The integration significantly reduces time-to-market for knitwear and saves costs. © Style3D | ASSYST

14/10/2024 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 41/2024

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

With the new system, Jumbo-Textil offers an innovative, length-adjustable textile solution for securing bags on the bike. © Jumbo-Textil

11/10/2024 – Textile luggage solution

Textile luggage solution

Flexible luggage for the bicycle industry

Jumbo-Textil has developed a completely new luggage securing system for the front carrier: FlexiFix reliably secures the various bags in one easy step. By Sibylle Michel

Valia Fashion optimizes the resources used in the cutting room and improves profitability. © Lectra

11/10/2024 – Cloud based digital platform

Cloud based digital platform

Lectra revolutionizes clothing production with Valia Fashion

Valia Fashion, a new digital platform from Lectra, connects all production stages in manufacturing, making them more sustainable and modern. The innovative ... By Sibylle Michel

Performance Days is fully booked, confirming its role as a key comprehensive information platform for the industry. © Performance Days

10/10/2024 – Functional fabric fair

Functional fabric fair

Performance Days with new special areas

Performance Days, taking place October 23 - 24 at Messe München in halls A1 and A2, will present new innovative special areas. By Sibylle Michel

Robert van de Kerkhof (on the left), President of the Austrian Fibers Institute, opened the 63rd Dornbirn GFC and introduced Matthias W. Gluth (in the middle) as the new Managing Director. © Meisenbach

09/10/2024 – Picture gallery

Picture gallery

Our impressions of the Dornbirn fiber conference

In September, industry experts, innovators and researchers met at the Dornbirn GFC to exchange ideas and drive forward the future of fibers and textiles. ... By Sibylle Michel