textile network

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 construction since July. By Daniel Keienburg

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

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 material with unique properties can no longer find a market? By Editorial staff

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 September at Parc des Expositions de Paris-Le Bourget. By Editorial staff

The new initiative will enable consumers to access detailed information about a garment's production, from fabric creation to dyeing processes, all the way through to the final product. © Odlo

30/06/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 26/2025

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

The QuantumColour process delivers durable coloration for wool and wool blends. © Woolmark

30/06/2025 – Colouring process

Colouring process

Woolmark & ColouRizd launch low-carbon QuantumColour

Woolmark has teamed up with ColouRizd, pioneers in dry textile colouring processes, to introduce a new method to colour wool and wool blends. By Editorial staff

Although the sales application period has closed, new space applications have continued to stream in, signaling strong confidence from exhibitors in the leading textile machinery showcase. © ITMA

27/06/2025 – Trade Fair

Trade Fair

ITMA ASIA + CITME unveils exhibitor list

ITMA ASIA + CITME, Singapore 2025 has released the awaited exhibitor list on a new mobile app available for users of both Android and IOS devices. By Editorial staff

Global supply chains can be managed more efficiently by using Setlog's SCM software, now through a new partnership with the RealCore Group. © Barrett Ward

26/06/2025 – Cooperation

Cooperation

Fast integration of OSCA into SAP systems

Setlog, the Bochum-based supply chain software specialist, has entered into a strategic collaboration with RealCore Group, an SAP implementation partner ... By Sibylle Michel

With its new clean and vibrant branding, Fespa highlights its commitment to facilitating innovation, collaboration, and excellence. © Fespa

26/06/2025 – Rebranding

Rebranding

Fespa unveils new branding

The new branding of Fespa signifies more than a visual change. It is a reflection of Fespa’s purpose to serve its community, promote creativity, and connect ... By Editorial staff

The Dornbirn GFC Innovation Days: The spotlight in on young innovators. © Dornbirn GFC

25/06/2025 – Conference on fibers in Austria

Conference on fibers in Austria

Highlights on the 64th Dornbirn-GFC in September

At Dornbirn GFC 2025, industry leaders and innovation drivers will present groundbreaking developments in workwear, protective textiles, and defence applications ... By Sibylle Michel

From left to right: Benjamin Mund (Regional Sales Manager at Trützschler), Do Thi Lan Phuong (Director of Tra Ly), Nguyen Van Trai (Equipment Coordinator at Tra Ly), Nguyen Van Binh (Trützschler Technician), Do Manh Nhan (Mill Manager) and Dinh Van Loi (Trützschler Sales Agent). © Trützschler

25/06/2025 – Automation

Automation

Trützschler helps to overcome labour shortage

It’s hard to find skilled operators for spinning mills in Vietnam. Rapid industrialization is creating competition for young talents and many workers ... By Editorial staff