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Review of the industry - week 43/2025

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 Kathrin Elling

Lycra at MarediModa

Sustainable swimwear innovation

Lycra’s EcoMade fiber makes waves at MarediModa 2025, offering a sustainable solution for swimwear and athleisure without compromising performance. By Editorial staff

Yarn Expo Shanghai – Spring 2026

Sustainable yarn innovations at Yarn Expo 2026

From 11–13 March 2026, Yarn Expo Spring will spotlight the latest sustainable yarn and fibre innovations, driving the industry’s eco-friendly transformation. By Editorial staff

Trade Fairs

Heimtextil 2026: Trends and AI at the Forefront

From 13 to 16 January 2026, Heimtextil will showcase cutting-edge trends and AI-driven innovations, offering strategic solutions for the global textile industry. By Jasmin Deschner

At around 20 locations, Swisswool purchases wool directly from farmers each year. © Swisswool

26/08/2025 – Crisis and future of Swiss sheep’s wool

Crisis and future of Swiss sheep’s wool

Swiss wool between potential and pressure

The purchase of Swiss wool was suspended in spring 2025 – a consequence of shrinking demand and a lack of infrastructure. What happens when a natural ... By Editorial staff

Christian Botschek brings 20 years of experience in logistics and production and aims to optimize processes and improve profitability. © Karl Mayer

26/08/2025 – Personnel matter

Personnel matter

Karl Mayer appoints Christian Botschek as Managing Director

Textile machinery manufacturer Karl Mayer expands its management team: Christian Botschek has taken responsibility for production, assembly and prototype ... By Daniel Keienburg

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-34 Copyright Getzner Textil — Inspired by global cultural influences, “Echoic Folks” stands for a timeless aesthetic. © Getzner Textil

25/08/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 34/2025

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 Kathrin Elling

The Wyron truecycled yarn consists of 50% post-consumer textile waste and 50% recycled polyester. © Brain of Materials

25/08/2025 – Automotive Interior

Automotive Interior

Recycled yarn ensures sustainability in Lotus vehicles

High-quality recycled yarn is now being used in Lotus’ electric vehicles – thanks to the Truecycled process from Trützschler. The innovative material ... By Editorial staff

Mimaki will demonstrate its Trapis solution at the leading textile show, Texworld Paris. © Mimaki

25/08/2025 – Textile printing

Textile printing

Mimaki to exhibit at Texworld Paris

Mimaki Europe, a leading manufacturer of inkjet printing and cutting technologies, announces its participation in Texworld Paris, taking place from 15th-17th ... By Editorial staff

This year's lightweight design of the shoe upper largely dispenses with lining material, reducing polyester consumption by 30% and improving material efficiency. © Huafeng

22/08/2025 – Sustainable sportswear

Sustainable sportswear

Recycled high-tech textiles for Team Sonnenwagen

Reducing the carbon footprint has become a driving force in the textile industry. However, this is particularly challenging in the manufacture of sportswear, ... By Editorial staff

The stalks of the sorghum plant can be turned into fibres that are not only lightweight, but strong. © Kiran/stock.adobe.com

21/08/2025 – New natural fiber

New natural fiber

Reinventing fashion with sorghum

When most people think of eco-friendly fashion, cotton and bamboo are often the materials that come to mind. There is a new fibre that is making waves, ... By Editorial staff