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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

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

Bild-7-eng — CEO, Dr. Timo Hammer. © Hohenstein

14/03/2024 – Survey 2024

Survey 2024

Hohenstein Laboratories GmbH & Co. KG

I am convinced that the textile industry, like every other industry, will be dealing intensively with the topic of artificial intelligence this year. No ... Assessment by Dr. Timo Hammer

“BeSo Responsible” by CHT mixed with Fulgar´s “Q-Cycle“ equals a sustainable dyed yarn. © CHT/Fulgar

18/03/2024 – Partnership CHT/Fulgar

Partnership CHT/Fulgar

Presenting sustainable solutions at the Performance Days

The partnership between CHT and Fulgar aims to help companies to achieve their sustainability goals by offering pioneering and responsible solutions to ... By Editorial staff

TN_ENG_WR_KW_11 — CEO, Philipp Gottstein. © Gottstein GmbH & Co. KG

18/03/2024

Review of the industry - week 11/2024

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

18/03/2024 – ITMF/IAF – Save the date

ITMF/IAF – Save the date

Joint convention “Innovation, cooperation & regulation”

The ancient Silk Road of Smarkand, Uzbekistan, will witness a historic gathering as the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) and the ... By Editorial staff

Bild-6-eng — Stephan Gunold © Gunold GmbH

14/03/2024 – Survey 2024

Survey 2024

Gunold GmbH

If 2024 turns out like 2023, then we will be very happy!Everyone is talking about AI – in the textile world, we have not seen much it yet, perhaps not ... Assessment by Stephan Gunold

Bild-2-eng — Assistant to the management, Johannes Freund. © Bitzer + Single GmbH

14/03/2024 – Survey 2024

Survey 2024

Bitzer + Single GmbH

Our expectations for 2024 at Bitzer + Single are manifold! The signs are pointing towards consolidation and the expansion of further business areas.In ... Assessment by Johannes Freund

Bild-4-eng — CEO, Philipp Gottstein. © Gottstein GmbH & Co. KG

14/03/2024 – Survey 2024

Survey 2024

Gottstein GmbH & Co. KG

Currently, we are experiencing a tense situation in trade, which also affects the order intake for us as a company producing in Austria. Retail sales are ... Assessment by Philipp Gottstein