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Top 5 of the Week – 9/2026

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

Messe Frankfurt

Techtextil 2026 welcomes more than 1,500 exhibitors

More than 1,500 exhibitors from 49 countries will present their products and innovations at Techtextil 2026, taking place from 21 to 24 April in Frankfurt. Over 120 companies are participating for the first time. By Daniel Keienburg

Messe Frankfurt Hong Kong

VIATT 2026 opens this week

With new international group participations and dedicated areas for chemicals, dyes, and design insights, the 2026 edition strengthens its role as a regional hub for technology, sourcing, and collaboration. By Editorial staff

Proven Practices rethought

CHT Group wins German Sustainability Award

Pigmentura by CHT wins the German Sustainability Award in the Products category. The Award honors exemplary sustainability achievements in business, local government, and research. By Antje Schmidtpeter

Sympatex is renowned for its waterproof, breathable, and recyclable membranes. © Sympatex

30/01/2026 – Operations Continue Without Restrictions

Operations Continue Without Restrictions

Sympatex Initiates Restructuring

The Munich-based functional specialist Sympatex Technologies aims to reposition itself as part of an insolvency proceeding. Operations are continuing, ... By Sabine Stenzel

Sibylle Egele, Director Product. © Ortovox

29/01/2026 – People News

People News

New Team-Members at Ortovox

Mountain sports specialist Ortovox has filled important key positions, setting the course for the next phase of development of its innovative mountain ... By Larissa Terwart

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-4 Copyright Messe Frankfurt-Pietro Sutera — Heimtextil 2026 offered space for exchange, inspiration and orientation in a market undergoing change. © Messe Frankfurt / Pietro Sutera

26/01/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 4/2026

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

Exhibitors and trade visitors in conversation at the fair. The event provided insights into current developments and industry trends. © Innatex Scope Marketing

23/01/2026 – Fashion Industry Faces New Demands

Fashion Industry Faces New Demands

Innatex highlights market shifts

Growing complexity in markets and communication is shaping the industry. The trade show illustrated how brands and retailers are reassessing processes ... By Daniel Keienburg

Twice a year, international manufacturers and suppliers present a comprehensive range of high-quality fabrics, ingredients, denim, innovation projects and sourcing solutions in Munich. © Municfabricstart

22/01/2026 – Munich Fabric Start 2026

Munich Fabric Start 2026

Where trend forecasts meet transformation

With its three-day edutainment programme, Munich Fabric Start 2026 is positioning itself as a central knowledge and dialogue platform for the textile ... By Antje Schmidtpeter

Heimtextil-2026-Copyright-Messe-Frankfurt---Pietro-Sutera.jpg — Heimtextil 2026 offered space for exchange, inspiration and orientation in a market undergoing change. © Messe Frankfurt / Pietro Sutera

21/01/2026 – Global Markets

Global Markets

Strong global turnout at Heimtextil 2026

A volatile market environment highlighted the importance of Heimtextil 2026, where 47000 buyers sought orientation, reliable partners and insights into ... By Daniel Keienburg

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-3 Copyright Olymp Bezner — Eberhard Bezner, long-time Managing Director and co-shareholder of Olymp Bezner KG from Bietigheim-Bissingen, celebrated his 90th birthday on New Year's Eve 2025. © Olymp Bezner

19/01/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 3/2026

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