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Research and Development Project

Eco Yarn project demonstrates fibre potential

Discarded rental bedding formed the raw material for a new terry yarn containing 30 percent post-consumer recycled cotton. Tests in spinning and weaving confirmed the technical feasibility of the approach. By Daniel Keienburg

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Top 5 of the Week – 8/2026

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

VDMA joint stand, Hall 12/C56

Barmag at Techtextil 2026

Barmag will present technologies for producing industrial filament yarns used in airbags, seat belts and other technical applications, focusing on stable processes and consistently high yarn quality. By Daniel Keienburg

Messe Frankfurt Hong Kong

German Pavilion Debuts at VIATT

The 2026 edition of VIATT introduces the first German Pavilion, bringing together specialist suppliers with solutions across textiles, machinery and processing. Exhibitors highlight quality, engineering and proven manufacturing expertise. By Daniel Keienburg

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15/01/2026 – Interview with Michael Waupotitsch, Vice President Textile Recycling at Andritz AG

Interview with Michael Waupotitsch, Vice President Textile Recycling at Andritz AG

How fashion brands conserve valuable resources

With decades of experience in textile recycling, the Andritz Group possesses the expertise and cutting-edge solutions needed to unlock the enormous potential ... By Sabine Stenzel

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

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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