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Circular economy

Recycling of Carpets

Highly complex engineered technical textiles like industrially produced carpets have proved to be among the most difficult textile products to recycle. By Editorial staff

Sustainable HSNR project

“Knitcycle”: Yarn made from 100% recycled fibres

The research project “Knitcycle” by Hochschule Niederrhein (HSNR), in collaboration with Bache, shows that high-quality textile recycling is technically feasible. By Larissa Terwart

Trade fairs und events

Textiles Recycling Expo returns 2026

On 24-25 June 2026, Brussels Expo becomes a meeting point for brands, recyclers and policymakers seeking scalable answers to rising regulatory pressure in textile circularity. Focus on textile recycling and circularity. By Daniel Keienburg

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 24/2026

These five articles drew the most attention in your industry last week. By Kathrin Elling

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13/04/2026 – Advertisement

Three brands for more possibilities

At Techtextil in Frankfurt, Getzner Textil AG will present high-performance fabrics for a range of specialised applications. Three own brands highlight ... Getzner Textil AG

Texhog-und-Lycra-Kooperation-Copyright-The-LYCRA-Company.jpg — On April 6, 2026, The LYCRA Company announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Texhong International Group Limited (“Texhong”). © The LYCRA Company

13/04/2026 – Partnership strengthens adoption of biobased elastane

Partnership strengthens adoption of biobased elastane

Texhong expands use of renewable LYCRA® fibers

The LYCRA Company and Texhong have entered into a strategic partnership to advance the use of renewable LYCRA® fibers. The collaboration is designed to ... By Sabine Stenzel

Lenzing’s DualWipe combines a textured cleaning side with a soft, absorbent side in a fully cellulosebasierten, plastikfreien wipe material. © Lenzing AG

13/04/2026 – Sustainable Materials

Sustainable Materials

Lenzing unveils DualWipe tech

Conventional wipes often shed plastics. Lenzing's DualWipe offers a cellulose-based alternative with two functional surfaces, supporting industries seeking ... By Daniel Keienburg

The MontexCoat coater addresses multiple application areas. © Monforts

10/04/2026 – Techtextil 2026

Techtextil 2026

Monforts introduces advanced coating solutions

Monforts will highlight a series of advanced coating and drying solutions for technical textiles at Techtextil 2026 in Frankfurt. By Daniel Keienburg

Aramid fibres place high demands on the spinning process: the combination of extreme tensile strength and low elasticity requires the highest level of precision in processing. © Gebr. Otto

09/04/2026 – Techtextil 2026

Techtextil 2026

Gebrüder Otto demonstrate versatility

Textile processors can now also turn to Gebrüder Otto for expert support in developing specialised technical applications. By Antje Schmidtpeter

09/04/2026 – Advertisement

Spinning & Weaving – One Source

Yarns for demanding applications. Fabrics tailored precisely to your specifications. Or both – from a single source. Linz Textil is Europe’s integrated ... Linz Textil GmbH

08/04/2026 – Techtextil 2026

Techtextil 2026

Techtextil Highlights Bio-Based Materials

More than 110 exhibitors present natural and bio-based fibres and yarns under the new Nature Performance label, giving visitors direct access to industrially ... By Daniel Keienburg