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Thermal management for functional textiles

Microclimate Control with Outlast

At the heart of Outlast technology is microencapsulated natural wax that absorbs, stores and releases heat. The aim: more stable comfort in activewear, workwear, everyday garments and bedding. By Daniel Keienburg

Stakeholder dialogue in Berlin

Hochschule Niederrhein puts hemp on the agenda

At the third stakeholder dialogue on extended producer responsibility for textiles in Berlin, Hochschule Niederrhein (HSNR) showcased how its hemp-based research projects "Hanfknit" and "ReHemp" bring concrete, circular material solutions into the ongoing discussion on ... By Daniel Keienburg

Wildland PPE fabrics for extreme conditions

Eco-Dry earns King's Award for PPE

British mill AW Hainsworth has developed Eco-Dry, a lighter, more breathable PPE fabric. It is already used by around 70% of Australian wildland firefighters facing extreme heat. By Editorial staff

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Why Proactive Temperature Regulation Creates Measurable Added Value

Most functional textiles only react once perspiration has already set in. But what if a textile intervenes before it gets to that point? An independent laboratory study by Japanese research company Skinos Co., Ltd. investigated exactly this – using a controlled crossover ... By Editorial staff

Cetex will showcase the ACPM 200P bending stiffness measuring device at Techtextil 2026. © Cetex

24/02/2026 – Hall 12.1/D51

Hall 12.1/D51

Cetex at Techtextil 2026

Cetex presents textile technologies from Saxony at the joint booth it coordinates. The stand brings together developments in machinery, testing equipment ... By Daniel Keienburg

VIATT-2026-Copyright--Messe-Frankfurt---Vietnam-International-Trade-Fair-for-Apparel--Textiles-and-Textile-Technologies--VIATT-.jpg — Connecting the ASEAN textile sector: sustainability, trends, and technology take centre stage at this week’s VIATT 2026. © Messe Frankfurt / Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT)

24/02/2026 – Messe Frankfurt Hong Kong

Messe Frankfurt Hong Kong

VIATT 2026 opens this week

With new international group participations and dedicated areas for chemicals, dyes, and design insights, the 2026 edition strengthens its role as a regional ... By Editorial staff

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-8 Copyright VIATT — Entrance to VIATT 2026 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center. © Messe Frankfurt / Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT)

23/02/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 8/2026

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

Mechanisches-Recycling-fuer-ein-leistungsfaehiges-Garn--Copyright-Gebr--Otto.jpg — Celebrating the successful research and development project (from left to right): Andreas Merkel, Managing Director at Gebr. Otto; Werner Jochum, Head of Sales at Gebr. Otto; Thorsten Pitschke from the Bifa Environmental Institute; Cornelia Magno from Schwob AG (on screen); Dr. Georg Stegschuster, Head of the Recycling Atelier; Hans Spörry from Weseta; Reinhold Regittnig from Gebr. Otto; and Zlatko Donev, Production Manager at Weseta. © Gebr. Otto

23/02/2026 – Research and Development Project

Research and Development Project

Eco Yarn project demonstrates fibre potential

Discarded rental bedding formed the raw material for a new terry yarn containing 30 percent post-consumer recycled cotton. Tests in spinning and weaving ... By Daniel Keienburg

Technical filament yarns play a key role in airbag performance, forming part of the 30–35 kilograms installed in every modern vehicle. © Barmag

20/02/2026 – VDMA joint stand, Hall 12/C56

VDMA joint stand, Hall 12/C56

Barmag at Techtextil 2026

Barmag will present technologies for producing industrial filament yarns used in airbags, seat belts and other technical applications, focusing on stable ... By Daniel Keienburg

Textile production in an international setting: The EU-Mercosur Agreement draws attention from industry organisations. © rarrarorro / stock.adobe.com

18/02/2026 – FITA, ABIT, EURATEX on EU-Mercosur

FITA, ABIT, EURATEX on EU-Mercosur

Textile sector supports the agreement

The three organisations highlight the strategic relevance of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement and point to predictable rules, integration and stronger ... By Daniel Keienburg

Bremer-Baumwollkonferenz-Copyright-AkuAku---stock-adobe-com---generiert-mit-KI.jpg — With a distinguished lineup of speakers, the 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen brings together experts from research, technology, and business to address the key challenges facing the global cotton sector. © AkuAku / stock.adobe.com - generiert mit KI

17/02/2026 – 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen

38th International Cotton Conference Bremen

Cotton and the Microplastic Question

The 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen will bring together specialists from research, technology and industry. Held from 25 to 27 March 2026 ... By Daniel Keienburg