textile network

Aluula/Michelin

Sustainable partnership to redefine material innovation

Aluula Composites, a textile manufacturer from the Canadian west coast, and Michelin Inflatable Solutions are at the forefront of a collaboration that will redefine sustainability in materials development. With Michelin´s commitment to a fully sustainable approach and Aluula´s ... By Christine Heywood

Polypropylene geotextile market

Engineering solutions for construction and landscaping

The polypropylene geotextile market plays a pivotal role in the construction and civil engineering sectors, providing essential materials for soil stabilization, erosion control, drainage management, and environmental protection. With the increasing focus on sustainable ... By Christine Heywood

Review of the industry - week 17/2024

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 Sven Ramer

Techtextil 2024

Our impressions from Frankfurt

Techtextil and Texprocess will take place in Frankfurt from 23 to 26 April 2024. The textile network team was on site for two days and had a look around the exhibiting companies. By Susanne Böhm

From the left: Chen Si Hellmann, Jens Wollesen, Dr Claudia Schilling and Christoph Holtkemper bid the first train from Chongqing welcome in Bremen. © Hellmann Worldwide Logistics

15/02/2022 – Transportation

Transportation

Hellmann expands silk road

As of mid-January 2022 Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has been operating a weekly train on the new silk road between Chongqing and Bremen. By Sibylle Michel

China’s robot density in the manufacturing industry currently ranks 9th globally – compared to 25th just five years ago. © moofushi/stock.adobe.com

14/02/2022 – Automation

Automation

China Aims for Global Leadership in Robotics with new 5-year Plan

The new 5-year plan for the robotics industry in China focuses on promoting innovation and making China a global leader for robot technology and industrial ... By Sibylle Michel

Environmental sustainability remains important in fabrics for the autumn/winter 2022/23 season. © malp/stock.adobe.com

14/02/2022 – Sustainable fibres

Sustainable fibres

Plant-based materials on rise

Fabrics made from plant-based materials are set to boom in collections for the autumn/winter 2022/23 season, according to “Survey of the European fabric ... By Editorial staff

The International Conference on Cellulose Fibres 2022 successfully combined the in-person and online experience. © PvP/nova-Institut

11/02/2022

Cellulose fibre industry impresses with innovation

At the International Conference on Cellulose Fibres in Cologne, Germany, February 2–3, 2022, latest innovations from the industry were showcased. By Editorial staff

At his own request, current CEO Thomas Nasiou decided to step-down, and will be succeeded by Davide Maccabruni, who takes over as CEO on April 1, 2022. © Uster Technologies

10/02/2022 – Personnel matter

Personnel matter

Management succession planning at Uster Technologies

Uster Technologies is to have a new Chief Executive by April 2022. The succession plan ensures ‘seamless transition’ for company and customers. By Editorial staff

The Istanbul Yarn Fair organized by Tüyap, will show the latest trends, innovations and technologies from February 24–26, 2022. © Tüyap

09/02/2022 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

International Istanbul yarn fair brings the industry together

Manufacturers operating in the yarn industry will come together at the Istanbul Yarn Fair from February 24–26, 2022 at Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress ... By Editorial staff

Berlin events will offer most comprehensive innovation showcase for print and signage since 2019. © Fespa

08/02/2022 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Mayjor exhibitors confirmed for Fespa Global Print Expo

Fespa Global Print Expo and European Sign Expo 2022, May 31 – June 3, 2022, at Messe Berlin, are set to bring together the strongest line-up of exhibitors ... By Sibylle Michel