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The year 2024 is drawing to a close, and it has been a year that has presented us in the textile industry with many challenges. Global changes, economic pressures and adapting to new conditions have put us all to the test. But despite these difficulties, it also shows what ... By Sibylle Michel

Final report

Filtech 2024: Growing number of visitors and exhibitors

The Filtech 2024 show was the largest event ever with 591+ exhibitors and will set a strong signal for further growth of the world-wide filtration and separation sector. By Editorial staff

Picture gallery

textile network at Filtech 2024

textile network visited the international trade fair for filtration and separation technology in Cologne, Germany, and was able to gather many positive impressions. We have captured these for you in our picture gallery. By Editorial staff

Trade fair

ITMA ASIA + CITME expands its exhibition space

ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025 has received overwhelming support, surpassing the expectations with a 30% increase in the number of applicants to date. As a result of the increased demand, the show owners have expanded the booked hall space. By Editorial staff

20/01/2024 – DITF

DITF

Carpets – flame retardant and yet recyclable

The German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research (DITF) and the Institut für Bodensysteme (TFI) have collaborated to develop a concept aimed at enhancing ... By Editorial staff

More active flats for better quality and more sustainability. © Trützschler

18/01/2024 – Trützschler Spinning

Trützschler Spinning

Next generation “TC 30i” carding machine

Trützschler unveiled the “TC 30i” carding machine at ITMA 2023, impressing customers and solidifying the company´s status as a textile machinery pioneer. By Editorial staff

The entire Vaude management team (from left to right): CEO Antje von Dewitz, Uwe Gottschalk (CPO), Melissa Wach (CFO) and Jan Lorch (CSO). © Vaude

18/01/2024 – New CFO at Vaude

New CFO at Vaude

Female power: Melissa Wach takes over

Melissa Wach has become the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Vaude, a southern German outdoor company. With a background in strategic financial planning, ... By Editorial staff

Elastane is a “stretchy” material, but causes a lot of difficulties when it comes to recycling. © kuznechik42/Adobe Stock_233499004

17/01/2024 – Elastane (spandex)

Elastane (spandex)

Barriers in the recycling loop threaten existence

Elastane (spandex) fibers face criticism because of the barrier they pose to the recycling of textile waste, and this criticism is spurring manufacturers ... By Editorial staff

Meist gelesen textile network-EN KW 2 — More than two thirds of a total of 150 logistics managers at German companies surveyed (68%) agree that the information requirements for their own supply chain have increased significantly in light of the new legal guidelines. © Hermes Group © Hermes Group

17/01/2024

Review of the industry - week 2/2024

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

Bremen Cotton Report. © Irina Sokolovskaya/stock.adobe.com

16/01/2024 – Bremen Cotton Exchange

Bremen Cotton Exchange

Challenges in logistics and the cotton of the future

The 01/02 issue of the Bremen Cotton Report has been published. Here is a brief overview of the current state of logistics, an outlook on breeding and ... By Editorial staff

PET BCF yarns for automotive carpet. © Beaulieu International Group

15/01/2024 – B.I.G. Yarns

B.I.G. Yarns

New European producer of PET BCF yarns for automotive carpet

To expand its support for high-end and luxurious automotive interiors, B.I.G. Yarns has completed its first industrial production runs of virgin polyester ... By Editorial staff