textile network

Last-minute rescue?

Sale brings new prospects for Mayer & Cie.

The transaction with Huixing opens up the possibility of resuming circular knitting machine production in Albstadt. Regulatory approvals are still required. Ongoing production will continue until the end of February. By Daniel Keienburg

RWTH Aachen

Award for Sustainable Carbon Fibre Cycles

Targeted electrochemical surface modification can make carbon fibre sizing resistant to solvolysis. This approach, developed by Sabina Dann, earned her the MSW Award from RWTH Aachen University for her master's thesis. By Daniel Keienburg

Hall 12.0/B79

Karl Mayer at Techtextil: New warp-knit advances and a dedicated Innovation Center

Karl Mayer presents advanced textile structures, reinforcement fabrics and functional apparel solutions at Techtextil, alongside the parallel opening of its Textile Innovation Center in Obertshausen. By Daniel Keienburg

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 6/2026

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

The global sustainable yarn market is expected to grow significantly. © Messe Frankfurt

21/10/2025 – Yarn Expo Shanghai – Spring 2026

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

The Stoll facility in Reutlingen – a site with a long tradition, set to close at the end of October 2025. © Alex Fischer

21/10/2025 – Karl Mayer Holding SE & Co. KG

Karl Mayer Holding SE & Co. KG

End of an Era: Stoll Reutlingen Plant Closure

Karl Mayer announces the closure of Stoll’s Reutlingen plant, marking the end of a historic chapter while ensuring service continuity for existing customers. By Editorial staff

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-42 Copyright André Leischner — The innovation demonstrates how established textile technologies can unlock new market opportunities through targeted development. © André Leischner

20/10/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 42/2025

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

Brückner relax dryer Power-Dry PD-1. © Brückner

20/10/2025 – ITMA ASIA + CITME, Singapore 2025

ITMA ASIA + CITME, Singapore 2025

Brückner at ITMA: sustainable textile technology

The future of textile finishing: Brückner unveils new machines and digital services at ITMA ASIA 2025, revolutionising efficiency and sustainability in ... By Editorial staff

16/10/2025 – Denim

Denim

Innovative Denim Technologies Unveiled

The Lycra Company introduced its “VintageFX” and EcoMade fibers at Kingpins Amsterdam, setting new standards for sustainable and functional denim. By Daniel Keienburg

The integration of forensic science and blockchain technology sets a new benchmark for supply chain transparency in the textile industry. © Adrian_Ehrbar

16/10/2025 – Haelixa and TextileGenesis collaborate

Haelixa and TextileGenesis collaborate

A new era of transparency

From fibre to retail: Haelixa and TextileGenesis unite physical and digital traceability, offering brands irrefutable proof of material authenticity. By Editorial staff

Asia Pacific Fibers' Re-petitive yarns are made from recycled polyester using BlockTexx's S.O.F.T. separation technology to process post-consumer textile waste. © BlockTexx

14/10/2025 – Textile-to-textile recycling solutions

Textile-to-textile recycling solutions

Asia Pacific Fibers teams with BlockTexx

New collaboration between Asia Pacific Fibers and BlockTexx aims to scale commercial textile-to-textile recycling solutions using S.O.F.T. separation ... By Editorial staff