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VIATT-2026-Copyright-Messe-Frankfurt---Vietnam-International-Trade-Fair-for-Apparel--Textiles-and-Textile-Technologies--VIATT-.jpg — Entrance to VIATT 2026 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center. © Messe Frankfurt / Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT)

16/02/2026 – Messe Frankfurt Hong Kong

Messe Frankfurt Hong Kong

German Pavilion Debuts at VIATT

The 2026 edition of VIATT introduces the first German Pavilion, bringing together specialist suppliers with solutions across textiles, machinery and processing. ... By Daniel Keienburg

With Huixing Machine Co., Ltd. Shishi, a buyer for the circular knitting machine business was found at the last moment. © Mayer&Cie

13/02/2026 – Last-minute rescue?

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. ... By Daniel Keienburg

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-6 Copyright panophotograph-AdobeStock-generiert mit KI — In Zeulenroda, Thuringia, companies and experts will gather at the Smart Textiles User Forum to discuss smart textiles in the context of medicine, medical engineering, occupational safety and resilience. © panophotograph / stock.adobe.com - generiert mit KI

09/02/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

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

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-5 Copyright Ortovox — Sibylle Egele, Director Product. © Ortovox

02/02/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 5/2026

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

Sympatex is renowned for its waterproof, breathable, and recyclable membranes. © Sympatex

30/01/2026 – Operations Continue Without Restrictions

Operations Continue Without Restrictions

Sympatex Initiates Restructuring

The Munich-based functional specialist Sympatex Technologies aims to reposition itself as part of an insolvency proceeding. Operations are continuing, ... By Sabine Stenzel

Sibylle Egele, Director Product. © Ortovox

29/01/2026 – People News

People News

New Team-Members at Ortovox

Mountain sports specialist Ortovox has filled important key positions, setting the course for the next phase of development of its innovative mountain ... By Larissa Terwart

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-4 Copyright Messe Frankfurt-Pietro Sutera — Heimtextil 2026 offered space for exchange, inspiration and orientation in a market undergoing change. © Messe Frankfurt / Pietro Sutera

26/01/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 4/2026

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