Technical Textiles

Baumwolle-in-einer-Hand-Copyright-fivan---stock-adobe-com-generiert-mit-KI.jpg — Recycled cotton fibres show clear differences from new material, influencing yarn quality. Experts at the 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen explain which parameters are key. © fivan / stock.adobe.com generiert mit KI

23/12/2025 – Advances in Measuring Recycled Cotton Fibres

Advances in Measuring Recycled Cotton Fibres

Recycled Fibre Quality in Focus

The 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen brings together research and industry experts to examine how recycled cotton fibres can be assessed more ... By Daniel Keienburg

Archroma and Lilienweiss are joining forces to offer faster and sustainable colour management solutions across Europe. From 2026 onwards, Lilienweiss will provide regional access to Archromas Colour Atlas and colour standard services from its dyeing and laboratory facilities in Stuttgart. © Archroma

13/12/2025 – Strategic partnership

Strategic partnership

Archroma partners with Lilienweiss

A new collaboration between Archroma and Lilienweiss expands the worlds largest colour management network into Europe, uniting global innovation in sustainable ... By Daniel Keienburg

Gunold’s specialty thread "Glowy": soft pastel tones by day, glowing brilliance at night. © Reiner Knochel

21/11/2025 – Fibres and yarns

Fibres and yarns

Luminous textiles: “Glowy” by Gunold

Gunold’s "Glowy" thread combines functionality and design, offering fluorescent effects that enhance textiles for safety, children’s clothing, and creative ... By Editorial staff

Made-in-green-Copyright-Fristads---OEKOTEX--Made-in-Green-.jpg — Fristads has certified approximately 20 products from its core and best-selling range, with more to be added continuously. © Fristads / OEKOTEX® Made in Green

04/11/2025 – Sustainability

Sustainability

Made in Green: Fristads Strengthens Transparency

By introducing the Made in Green label, Fristads demonstrates how social and environmental responsibility can be integrated into workwear. By Daniel Keienburg

The project investigated options for the yield-oriented cultivation of apocynum ssp. (kendyr) on former cotton sites and the production of textile-processable fibre qualities. © STFI

11/09/2025 – International research cooperation

International research cooperation

Kendyr as a climate-friendly cotton alternative

In many arid regions of the world, particularly in Central Asia, decades of irrigation of cotton fields are increasingly leading to soil salinisation ... By Editorial staff

Pyratex has already developed fabrics with Circ’s recycled polyester and lyocell fibers and is currently running selected bulk productions for pioneering clients soon to be launched in the market. © Pyratex

08/09/2025 – Collaboration

Collaboration

Pyratex adopts Circ recycled fibers

Circ, a leader in textile-to-textile recycling, and Pyratex, a next-gen textile R&D company, are strengthening their collaboration to integrate Circ’s ... By Editorial staff

Reiner-Knochel--Textile-Experience-Copyright-Gunold.jpg — Mety is available in eight gold and silver and 30 other colourful and iridescent shades. © Gunold

04/09/2025 – Effect yarns

Effect yarns

Shimmering, glamorous effects with Mety

When everything glitters and sparkles, every party becomes a highlight. Eye-catching outfits also create an upbeat atmosphere and are no longer just worn ... By Editorial staff