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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

Interview with Thomas Lepretre from JEC

“Composites have key competitive advantages”

JEC World, the leading international trade fair for composite materials, is fast approaching. A good opportunity to talk to Thomas Lepretre, VP Events, Sales & Operations at JEC, about what makes the trade fair so special, which topics are in focus this year and where the ... By Editorial staff

Gunold´s “Poly Sparkle”, design by GS UK. © Reiner Knochel

10/04/2024 – Fancy yarns

Fancy yarns

Gunold at the Texprocess

At this year´s Texprocess, which takes place in Frankfurt from April 23rd to 26th, 2024, the long-established company Gunold from Stockstadt will be presenting ... By Editorial staff

At Hannover Messe, the team will be demonstrating their technology with a “watch” that has a smart film applied to its back. PhD student Sipontina Croce and student Lukas Roth (right) are conducting research into textiles that incorporate smart films. © Oliver Dietze/Saarland University

09/04/2024 – Virtual skin contact

Virtual skin contact

Smart textiles are making remote hugs tangible

The team led by Professors Stefan Seelecke and Paul Motzki from Saarland University is presenting an innovative technology at the Hannover Messe, which ... By Editorial staff

09/04/2024 – Cavitec

Cavitec

High precision in coating and laminating

Cavitec, based in Tobel (CH), is a prepreg, hotmelt and coating machines manufacturer for coating, laminating and impregnating. The Swiss firm, part of ... By Editorial staff

Eva Baumann (CEO) with Prof. Dr. Klaus Müllers (CFO). © Dr. Bertram Schaedle

09/04/2024 – Change in the CHT Group management board

Change in the CHT Group management board

Eva Baumann becomes new CEO

As of April 1st, 2024, Eva Baumann takes over the position of CEO of the CHT Group. Together with Prof. Dr. Klaus Müller, who acts as CFO, she forms the ... By Editorial staff

08/04/2024 – BTMA

BTMA

Advanced fiber focus at Techtextil

The forthcoming Techtextil 2024 exhibition in Frankfurt serves as a platform to showcase advancements in in fiber development, emphasizing fibers derived ... By Editorial staff

Meist gelesen textile-network-EN KW 14 — CEO, Dr. Timo Hammer. © Hohenstein

08/04/2024

Review of the industry - week 14/2024

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

Period panties are an alternative to disposable pads and the like. © stock.adobe.com/weyo

03/04/2024 – Kehlheim Fibres/Gebr. Otto

Kehlheim Fibres/Gebr. Otto

Sustainable period underwear

At Techtextil, taking place in Frankfurt at the end of April 2024, companies Kelheim Fibres and Gebr. Otto will showcase their joint concept aimed at ... By Editorial staff