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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

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

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

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 reliably. The session highlights methods that capture the characteristics of mechanically recycled fibres and show how ... By Daniel Keienburg

13/05/2025 – Nonwovens

Nonwovens

Freudenberg unveils innovative fine denier spunbond nonwovens

The unique fine filament nonwoven technology from Freudenberg Performance Materials (Freudenberg) is made from a wide variety of polymers and blends using ... By Editorial staff

The goal of the collaboration is to develop a new generation of high-quality yarns made from recycled cotton. © RE&UP

12/05/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 19/2025

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 Daniel Keienburg

The “Green Line” embroidery stabilizers from Gunold stand for environmental friendliness and sustainability. © Gunold

12/05/2025 – Certified sustainability

Certified sustainability

Embroidery backings without microplastics

The “Green Line” embroidery stabilizers from Gunold are made from biodegradable or recycled materials and offer the right stabilizer for every embroidery ... By Editorial staff

International market leaders and rising start-ups will showcase the latest products and developments in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), that impressively merge safety and efficiency with sustainability. © A+A

12/05/2025 – A+A 2025

A+A 2025

Experiencing innovations, sharing knowledge, shaping the future!

Under the leading theme “People Matter” Düsseldorf will again become the meeting point for the international expert community for the future of work from ... By Editorial staff

The “SL smart” weft straightener is adapted to the toughest working conditions and requires only minimal maintenance. © Pleva

09/05/2025 – Quality assurance of refined fabrics

Quality assurance of refined fabrics

Precise weft straightener sought - and found

High-quality fabric is essential for any finisher who wants to ensure consistent quality and resource efficiency. A particularly important quality criterion ... By Editorial staff

The weather was really beautiful on arrival. A good start to the day! © Meisenbach GmbH

09/05/2025 – Picture gallery

Picture gallery

Our highlights from Fespa 2025

textile network was at the Fespa Global Print Expo in Berlin and captured exciting impressions of the trade fair in pictures. Discover our highlights ... By Editorial staff

The Dornbirn GFC ASIA took place on April 3 - 4, 2025 at Bexco, Busan. (L-R): Dr. Byung Kab Song (Dyetec) Matthias W. Gluth (Dornbirn GFC), Prof. Thomas Gries (RWTH Aachen) and speaker from Korea. © Österreichisches Faser Institut

09/05/2025 – Dornbirn-GFC 2025

Dornbirn-GFC 2025

Pre-Programme for the 64th Dornbirn GFC

This year’s congress will feature cutting-edge presentations under the following key themes: workwear, protective textiles & defense, carbon stewardship ... By Editorial staff