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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

Separating fact from fiction

The fairy tale of thirsty cotton

For decades, the fast fashion industry has perpetuated myths about cotton, branding it as a “thirsty” crop to justify petroleum-based alternatives. But what’s the truth? In this insightful statement and experience report, Roland Stelzer, CEO of Cotonea, shares 30 years ... By Sibylle Michel

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 10/2025

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

Intertextile Shenzhen concluded three days of sharing trends, innovation and sustainability among Asia´s key textile players. © Messe Frankfurt

27/06/2024 – Final report Intertextile Shenzhen

Final report Intertextile Shenzhen

Three days of trends, innovation, and sustainability

From 5th – 7th June 2024, the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center (Futian) was the sourcing hotspot of South China´s apparel textile industry. Nearly ... By Editorial staff

Elena Schneider, President Pettinatura di Verrone and G. Schneider (on the left), Giovanni Schneider, President of G. Schneider, and Marco Schneider, G.Schneider Shareholder (on the right) are ready to go to the next level with the new brand Authentico. © The Schneider Group

26/06/2024 – Schneider Group

Schneider Group

Authentic traceability in the world of wool

The Schneider Group has officially launched “Authentico”, by Schneider Group, a brand that stands for a complete, transparent, verified, traceable, ethical, ... By Editorial staff

Alex Zucchi, President of ACIMIT. © ACIMIT/Simone De Barba

25/06/2024 – Personnel matter

Personnel matter

Alex Zucchi appointed as new president of Cematex

Cematex, the European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers, announced the appointment of Alex Zucchi as its new president. Zucchi was elected ... By Editorial staff

This year, the exclusive preview concept of Munich Fabric Start will take place in the heart of Munich at Stachus. © View Premium Selection

24/06/2024 – View Pemium Selection

View Pemium Selection

International fabric trends premiering at Stachus

The View Premium Selection is moving to Stachus for one season because of the European Football Championship. With the former department store building ... By Sibylle Michel

24/06/2024 – Euratex

Euratex

Mario Jorge Machado elected President

Portuguese textile entrepreneur, Mario Jorge Machado, has been elected President of Euratex during its general assembly. The assembly also nominated Alberto ... By Editorial staff

TN_ENG_KW_25_Wochenrückblick — The specialist for solutions in the fields of warp knitting, weaving and technical textiles is strengthening its competitiveness with the new production site. © Karl Mayer

24/06/2024

Review of the industry - week 25/2024

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 Sven Ramer

“The Congress – Natural fiber Extraction”, scheduled for October 9th, 2024 in Stuttgart, invites submissions for presentations focusing on advancements in natural fiber extraction methodologies. © AFBW

21/06/2024 – Call for papers

Call for papers

“The Congress – Natural fiber Extraction”

The organizers of “The Congress – Natural fiber Extraction” invite submissions for presentations on October 9th, 2024, at Look 21, Türlenstraße 2, 70191 ... By Editorial staff