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The textile network issue 2/2025 has been published!

In our latest issue, we use practical examples to show how AI, CAD and smart software are changing the textile industry. Also in focus: modern textile finishing – from innovative textile printing and new coatings to personalised design. Get your copy now and stay informed ... By Sibylle Michel

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Review of the industry - week 18/2025

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

Picture gallery

Our highlights from Fespa 2025

textile network was at the Fespa Global Print Expo in Berlin and captured exciting impressions of the trade fair in pictures. Discover our highlights from Fespa in our picture gallery. By Sibylle Michel

Expansion

Brightfiber Textiles opens recycling factory

Brightfiber Textiles has officially opened the world’s first local circular textile factory together with the famous Dutch actress and activist Carice van Houten. The new factory transforms locally collected used clothing into high-quality textile fibers. By Editorial staff

TN_EN_KW_27_Wochenrückblick — Rohit Aggarwal © Lenzing

08/07/2024 – On our own behalf

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Review of the industry - week 27/2024

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 Editorial staff

„The past business year was not satisfactory”, said Dr. Christian Heinrich Sandler, Chief Executive Officer & Chairman of the Management Board. However, “the business situation has stabilized”. © Sandler

09/07/2024 – Annual report 2023

Annual report 2023

Sandler deals with the energy crisis

The nonwoven specialist Sandler AG is looking back on a difficult financial year 2023. Meanwhile, energy prices have declined, and the measures introduced ... By Sibylle Michel

Highlight at Heimtextil: The Carpet Lounge in the foyer of Halls 5.1/6.1. © Messe Frankfurt/Pietro Sutera

05/07/2024 – Heimtextil 2025

Heimtextil 2025

“Carpets & Rugs” on course for growth

The “Carpets & Rugs” area will be even stronger at the upcoming Heimtextil 2025: The segment already has twice as many exhibitors, an additional hall ... By Sibylle Michel

The textile industry is taking a great step forward in sustainable practices as bluesign and SCTI donate the pioneering sustainable chemistry index (SCI) methodology to ZDHC. © SCTI/bluesign/ZDHC

04/07/2024 – From lab to label

From lab to label

Perfect chemistry between production and catwalk

Bluesign and SCTI donate the pioneering Sustainable Chemistry Index (SCI) methodology to ZDHC aiming to advance sustainable chemistry within the textile ... By Editorial staff

Lara Kufferath takes the helm of the GKD Group. © GKD

04/07/2024 – Personnel matter

Personnel matter

Lara Kufferath appointed CEO of GKD Group

Lara Kufferath took over the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the GKD Group on July 1, 2024. She is the fourth generation to run the family ... By Sibylle Michel

03/07/2024 – View Premium Selection

View Premium Selection

A successful opener for the Autumn/Winter 25/26 season

View Premium Selection has achieved an extraordinarily successful season opener. The great visitor attendance exceeded the organizers’ expectations. By Sibylle Michel

03/07/2024 – ITMF/IAF

ITMF/IAF

“Innovation, Cooperation & Regulation – Drivers of the Textile & Apparel Industry”

The ITMF Annual Conference 2024 and IAF World Fashion Convention, themed “Innovation, Cooperation & Regulation – Drivers of the Textile & Apparel Industry”, ... By Editorial staff