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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

AGXX technology from Heraeus Precious Metals wins Techtextil & Texprocess Innovation Award. © Thomas Fedra/Messe Frankfurt GmbH

03/05/2024 – Techtextil & Texprocess Innovation Award 2024

Techtextil & Texprocess Innovation Award 2024

AGXX technology from Heraeus Precious Metals wins

Heraeus Precious Metals, one of the leading companies in the precious metals industry, has received the prestigious Techtextil Innovation Award 2024. ... By Editorial staff

Dr Sascha Schriever and Maximilian Mohr (second and third from left) with the Innovation Award. © ITA

02/05/2024 – SA-Dynamics receives Innovation Award

SA-Dynamics receives Innovation Award

Producing sustainable buildings and clothing

Dr Sascha Schriever and Maximilian Mohr were honoured with a Techtextil Innovation Award in the “New Technologies on Sustainability & Recycling” category ... By Editorial staff

Green grass in a plastic honeycomb frame to prevent soil erosion on the slope. © stock.adobe.com/Sergios

30/04/2024 – Polypropylene geotextile market

Polypropylene geotextile market

Engineering solutions for construction and landscaping

The polypropylene geotextile market plays a pivotal role in the construction and civil engineering sectors, providing essential materials for soil stabilization, ... By Editorial staff

Aluula composites are mono-polymers made without glue. © stock.adobe.com/Shakil Mahbub Hussain

30/04/2024 – Aluula/Michelin

Aluula/Michelin

Sustainable partnership to redefine material innovation

Aluula Composites, a textile manufacturer from the Canadian west coast, and Michelin Inflatable Solutions are at the forefront of a collaboration that ... By Editorial staff

Wochenrückblick_KW_17_TN_eng — For textile network in Frankfurt: Melek Aksoy, Christine Heywood and Maria Radovanovic. © Meisenbach Verlag

29/04/2024

Review of the industry - week 17/2024

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

In the fields of sewing technology and cutting solutions, Texprocess offered the world´s most comprehensive range of suppliers presenting pioneering solutions for efficient and advanced manufacturing processes. © Messe Frankfurt/Pietro Sutera

29/04/2024 – Techtextil & Texprocess

Techtextil & Texprocess

Innovation drivers for growth

Techtextil and Texprocess 2024 ended with 1,700 exhibitors from 53 countries, 38,000 visitors from 102 countries and a 29% increase in visitor numbers. ... By Editorial staff

Numerous exciting presentations took place in the texprocess forum. © Meisenbach Verlag

26/04/2024 – Techtextil 2024

Techtextil 2024

Our impressions from Frankfurt

Techtextil and Texprocess will take place in Frankfurt from 23 to 26 April 2024. The textile network team was on site for two days and had a look around the exhibiting companies. By Susanne Böhm