textile network

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

ITM 2024 brought vitality to the textile industry with global visitors from 99 countries and huge business volume. © ITM 2024/TUYAP

19/06/2024 – Final report ITM 2024

Final report ITM 2024

Exhibitors break record with 66,200 visitors

ITM 2024 exhibition, one of the most important meeting point for textile technology leaders, was completed with great success. Hosting 66.200 professional ... By Editorial staff

Denim Première Vision is dedicated to the world of denim, its trends, its market, its culture. © denim-pv-milan

18/06/2024 – Final report Denim Première Vision

Final report Denim Première Vision

The future of jeanswear unveiled in Milan!

This 5th and 6th June, 2,037 visitors gathered at Superstudio Più in Milan for Denim Première Vision – the international event for denim industry professionals. ... By Editorial staff

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

17/06/2024 – New subsidiary, new managing director

New subsidiary, new managing director

Karl Mayer founds a production company in Romania

The Karl Mayer Group founds a production facility in north-western Romania. Patrick Mack has been the new General Manager of Karl Mayer Romania since May ... By Sibylle Michel

17/06/2024

Review of the industry - week 24/2024

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 AATCC T-214 Comparator” is a new test method for the measurement of condensation on textiles in a humid microclimate. © Ardmel Group

17/06/2024 – Fabric quality control

Fabric quality control

Ardmel Group launches first-of-its-kind textile testing technology

The Scottish-based machinery specialist, Ardmel Group, has announced the development of its innovative textile testing technology, “The Comparator” which ... By Editorial staff

ntv moderator Torsten Knippertz (left) in an interview with Arno Gärtner, CEO of the Karl Mayer Group © Thomas Ecke/DISQ/ntv/DUP UNTERNEHMER

14/06/2024 – German Award for Sustainability Projects 2024

German Award for Sustainability Projects 2024

Karl Mayer honored for sustainable dyeing solution

Karl Mayer receives the German Award for Sustainability Projects 2024 for “Bluedye” – a solution for sustainable indigo dyeing. By Sibylle Michel

Lenzing CEO Stephan Sielaff looks forward working with another core shareholder. © Lenzing AG/Franz Neumayr

14/06/2024 – Stock corporation

Stock corporation

Lenzing welcomes new core shareholder Suzano S/A

Lenzing’s main shareholder B&C Group and the Brazilian pulp producer Suzano S/A have signed a long-term partnership in connection with the majority stake in Lenzing. By Sibylle Michel