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Outdoor clothing

Suedwolle Group redefines wool outerwear

As part of its Suedwebs Innovation Hub, Suedwolle Group presents a new collection of down jackets that redefines how natural fibres can be used in outerwear. By Editorial staff

Trade fair

Heimtextil expands mattress area

Heimtextil in Frankfurt, Germany, is strategically expanding the Smart Bedding segment. The new exhibitor area “Sleep & Meet” will be created for the early 2026 edition, which will take place from January 13 to 16, 2026. By Sibylle Michel

Trade fair

Intertextile Apparel: Autumn show dates announced

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition will open its doors from 2 – 4 September 2025 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. By Editorial staff

Kornit at Fespa 2025

Kornit Digital champions digital mass customization

With a clear message to the industry – “Maximize your screen printing profits” – Kornit Digital demonstrated at Fespa 2025 how digital mass customization solutions are not only the perfect complement to screen printing, but the key to scalability, sustainability, and future-ready ... By Editorial staff

A positive outlook on the future of the textile industry: Our survey 2025 © CURIOS/stock.adobe.com

07/04/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 14/2025

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

Beaulieu International Group sells Beaulieu Technical Textiles (BTT). © Beaulieu International Group

07/04/2025 – Sale of technical textiles business

Sale of technical textiles business

B.I.G. sells Beaulieu Technical Textiles to RCP

Beaulieu International Group announces the sale of its technical textiles business in Europe, known under the company name Beaulieu Technical Textiles ... By Sibylle Michel

The fair welcomed 463 exhibitors from 24 countries and regions, marking a nearly 13% growth compared to the previous year. © Messe Frankfurt

04/04/2025 – Viatt 2025

Viatt 2025

Driving fashion, innovation and sustainability

At its second edition, the Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles, and Textile Technologies (Viatt) has once again proven a vital trade ... By Editorial staff

Arrival at the Hannover Messe, beautiful weather included. © Meisenbach GmbH

04/04/2025 – Picture gallery

Picture gallery

Impressions from Hannover Messe 2025

The “Technical Textiles” pavilion is being held for the first time at Hannover Messe 2025. textile network editor-in-chief Sibylle Michel wanted to see ... By Editorial staff

Players importing into the US will therefore have to find ways to offset these higher costs, and consumers may expect availability issues while they try to navigate these new challenges. © donvictori0/stock.adobe.com

04/04/2025 – US Tariffs

US Tariffs

New US import tariffs to harm global apparel market

The new US import tariffs put pressure on brand margins and consumer sentiment. Following the latest news of new severe import duties being imposed by ... By Editorial staff

Visitors will have the chance to discover 50 leading companies across 8 industries, each presenting innovative solutions in sustainability, circularity, and transparency. © Bangladesh Apparel Exchange

03/04/2025 – Trade Fair

Trade Fair

Best of Bangladesh in Europe returns in April

The event will return on April 17-18, 2025, at Beurs van Berlage, one of Amsterdam’s most iconic venues. The 2nd edition of Best of Bangladesh in Europe ... By Editorial staff

Over 25,000 visitors attended the show – an overall 8% increase compared to the previous Spring Edition. © Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd

03/04/2025 – Trade Fair

Trade Fair

Intertextile Shanghai concludes amid strong demand

Fuelled by robust demand, the fair wrapped up successfully on 13 March in Shanghai. Over 370 exhibitors engaged with more than 25,000 visitors from 85 ... By Editorial staff