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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

eVent Fabrics offers a full range of PFAS-free laminate options for apparel, footwear and accessories. © eVent Fabrics

02/09/2024 – Outdoor clothing

Outdoor clothing

eVent Fabrics prepares for a PFAS-free future

With pending legislation and changing consumer sentiment, eVent offers eVent Bio and eVent alpineST Laminates without PFAS “forever chemicals”. By Editorial staff

TN_ENG_Wochenrückblicke_KW35 — The innovative clothing has a wide range of potential applications, from activewear, winter jackets, healthcare apparel and outdoor gear, to sustainable textile-based insulation for construction and buildings, contributing to energy-saving efforts. © PolyU

02/09/2024 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 35/2024

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

This year’s ITMF & IAF Conference will be held from 8–10 September 2024 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. © Meisenbach GmbH

30/08/2024 – Awards

Awards

Winners of the ITMF Awards 2024 announced

The winners of the ITMF Awards 204 will present their projects at the upcoming ITMF & IAF Conference 2024 which will be held from 8–10 September 2024 ... By Editorial staff

The visitor numbers increased by 10% overall compared to the previous edition. © Messe Frankfurt

29/08/2024 – Crafting comfort, sustainable connections

Crafting comfort, sustainable connections

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles concludes 30-year milestone edition

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles has once again drawn curtains at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai from 14 to 16 August 2024. By Editorial staff

Oerlikon Neumag is the new contact for customer services and spare parts for Truetzschler’s BCF and IDY systems installed in the market. © Oerlikon Neumag

28/08/2024 – Expansion of the service and spare parts business at Oerlikon

Expansion of the service and spare parts business at Oerlikon

Oerlikon Neumag takes over customer service for Trützschler systems

Oerlikon Neumag is the new contact for customer services and spare parts for installed Truetzschler systems for carpet yarns and technical yarns By Sibylle Michel

Tencel’s refreshed branding theme of “Nature. Future. Us”. © Lenzing/Tencel

27/08/2024 – Rebranding

Rebranding

Lenzing Tencel refreshes brand identity

Embracing the “Nature. Future. Us.” theme, Tencel’s refreshed brand identity bolsters its dedication to inspiring and empowering value chain partnerships ... By Sibylle Michel

27/08/2024 – Bangladesh

Bangladesh

Higher prices due to riots and government overthrow

The outbreak of violence in Bangladesh, resulting in hundreds of deaths and the collapse of the government, will have long-term consequences for both ... By Sibylle Michel