textile network

Extra-wide format

Karl Mayer HKS 3-M EL

The HKS 3-M EL combines a 330" working width, expandable by a further 10", with speeds of up to 2,800 min?¹. KARL MAYER positions the extra-wide model for maximum productivity, particularly for modern sporting goods. By Daniel Keienburg

New agent-based AI

Blue Yonder expands “Cognitive Solutions” portfolio

Blue Yonder has unveiled new retail enhancements designed to more tightly connect forecasting, inventory planning, order fulfilment, customer service and returns on a single platform. By Sophie Starklauf

direct-to-film printer

Mimaki expands DTF colour gamut

Mimaki Europe has announced the TxF330-800, its new direct-to-film (DTF) printer. New ink colours, an expanded ink system and automated maintenance features are designed to streamline workflow and support consistent print quality. By Daniel Keienburg

Leadership

CEO change at The Lycra Company

Hua Du has served as CEO of The Lycra Company since September 14. Dean Williams, previously interim CEO, continues in his role as chief financial officer. By Daniel Keienburg

Circular-Textile-Days-Copyright-Rainister---stock-adobe-com---generiert-mit-KI.jpg — Circular Textile Days returns for its 6th edition on 30 September and 1 October 2026 at the Koepelhal in Tilburg. © Rainister / stock.adobe.com - generiert mit KI

02/09/2026 – Recycling

Recycling

Circular Textile Days 2026 returns to Tilburg

Rising costs, increasing legislation and global competition from cheap imports are forcing difficult decisions across the textile value chain. Circular ... By Daniel Keienburg

Textile-Kreislaufwirtschaft-Copyright-Mugi---Stock-adobe-com.jpg — The alliance's aim is to actively help shape the sector's transition towards a circular and sustainable economy, while strengthening competitiveness, innovative capacity and the industrial base in Germany. © Mugi / Stock.adobe.com

01/09/2026 – Circularity

Circularity

Alliance for textile circularity launches in Germany

The Gesamtverband der deutschen Textil- und Modeindustrie (textil+mode) and the German Retail Association (HDE) have launched the “Alliance for Textile ... By Daniel Keienburg

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-35 Copyright Messe Frankfurt / Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies... — After drawing nearly 460 exhibitors from 21 countries and regions and over 17,000 visits in 2026, VIATT 2027 again links suppliers and buyers across the textile value chain at SECC. © Messe Frankfurt / Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT)

31/08/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 35/2026

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

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-36 Copyright Mugi-AdobeStock — The alliance's aim is to actively help shape the sector's transition towards a circular and sustainable economy, while strengthening competitiveness, innovative capacity and the industrial base in Germany. © Mugi / Stock.adobe.com

31/08/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 36/2026

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

Multinorm Green is conceived as a coordinated system of jackets, trousers, bib-and-brace trousers, coveralls, as well as sweatshirts, sweatshirt jackets and long-sleeve tops. © Fristads

31/08/2026 – Ordering starts from September

Ordering starts from September

PFAS-free: Fristads Multinorm Green

Multinorm protection in one collection, plus measurable environmental metrics: Multinorm Green combines certified standards with EPD transparency. By Antje Schmidtpeter

Messe-Frankfurt-France--Texworld-Paris-Copyright-Messe-Frankfurt-France.jpg — The 59th edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris brings together the full spectrum of sourcing opportunities. © Messe Frankfurt France

28/08/2026 – 59th edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris

59th edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris

Avantex spotlights AI x circularity

Avantex at Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris (31 Aug–2 Sep 2026) gathers around 30 tech-focused exhibitors and adds Texpertise Focus AI x SPOTT, plus a ... By Editorial staff

27/08/2026 – CottonBee

CottonBee

Color differences in textile printing

Designs are usually created in RGB on screen, but colour on fabric is built with inks or dyes that react differently depending on fibre type, surface and ... By Sophie Starklauf