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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

Harold Koh, founder and CEO of Nextevo. © Nextevo

18/07/2024 – Startup Nextevo

Startup Nextevo

Turning pineapples into textile materials

Nextevo, a Singapore-based materials science startup, announced the launch of its inaugural production facility in Dong Nai province, Vietnam. This state-of-the-art ... By Editorial staff

Julian Mühlmeier (Head of Marketing and Sustainability, left), Tamás Bödöcs (CEO & Head of Sales) and Roman Mühlmeier (CEO, right) attach great importance to sustainable and socially responsible actions. © Muehlmeier

18/07/2024 – Anniversary

Anniversary

Muehlmeier Bodyshaping celebrates 75 years

This year marks the 75th anniversary of Muehlmeier Bodyshaping. It all started with a bold bra cup vision; today the company is a pioneer in component ... By Sibylle Michel

The summer edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris welcomed nearly 1,200 exhibitors from 26 countries. © Messe Frankfurt France

18/07/2024 – Final report Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris

Final report Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris

“A fairly positive overall climate”

The summer 2024 edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris, held under the theme “Weaving the Future” from July 1st to 3rd, featured nearly 1,200 exhibitors ... By Editorial staff

Kuori’s materials break down microplastics, cutting them down by 10% every month under natural conditions outside of a composting facility, specifically at 20 °C in soil. They are the first to do this. © Kuori

17/07/2024 – Start-up interview

Start-up interview

Circular cleantech materials for a sustainable future

textile network met with Kuori, a Swiss cleantech start-up dedicated to advancing a post-oil economy by creating biodegradable and elastic materials from ... By Editorial staff

International buyers are said to have increased by 36% at Milano Unica. © Milano Unica

17/07/2024 – Milano Unica 39th edition

Milano Unica 39th edition

“Figures confirm how important it is to team up”

The curtain fell on the 39th edition of Milano Unica, where 569 exhibitors – including 454 Italian (+18% increase vs the July 2023 edition) and 115 European ... By Editorial staff

16/07/2024 – Textiles Recycling Expo

Textiles Recycling Expo

“Unique opportunity for the whole supply chain to get together”

The Textiles Recycling Expo is making its debut on 4th–5th June 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. The exhibition is the first of its kind, focusing specifically ... By Editorial staff

The TF30 weaving machine ensures gentle yarn handling for high-performance fibers. © Stäubli

15/07/2024 – Advertisement

Stäubli redefines textile production

Technical textiles are essential in products like airbags, printed circuit boards, parachutes, and artificial grass. High-end fibers such as carbon fiber ... By Editorial staff