Fasern/Garne

75 exhibitors have registered, while the number of visitors has been far beyond expectations. © Filo

05/10/2021 – 56th edition

56th edition

Filo ends with positive results

The 56th edition of Filo, the international yarns and fibres’ exhibition, from 29 to 30 September 2021 in Milan, has closed by great results. By Editorial staff

Kelheim’s flexible technology permits targeted interventions in the viscose fiber process and delivers this unique fiber. © Kelheim Fibres

06/09/2021 – Celliant Viscose

Celliant Viscose

In-fibre sustainable infrared viscose

Among many applications, the new viscose fiber from Kelheim Fibres and Hologenix is ideal for performance wear, luxury loungewear, casual wear and bedding. By Sibylle Michel

06/08/2021 – Self-healing with bioceramic

Self-healing with bioceramic

Implants for bone defects

In this research project, scientists look at the use of ceramic hollow filaments as a filling and build-up substance for bone defects. By Sibylle Michel

Industrially produced pineapple fibre is a new, sustainable material for the global fashion industry. © CSI

03/08/2021 – Sustainable feedstock from Bangladesh

Sustainable feedstock from Bangladesh

Industrial pineapple fibre production

Pineapple fibers are a by-product of pineapple farming and have so far ended up in waste. Yet they have enormous potential for use in sustainable fashion. By Sibylle Michel

A new scientific finding now concludes: Cotton is much more climate-friendly than thought. © Cotonea/Klaus Mellenthin

28/07/2021 – Positive carbon footprint

Positive carbon footprint

Cotton better than its reputation

A new finding suggests that cotton could be the path to a climate-friendly textile industry cause cotton binds CO2 more effectively than other crops. By Sibylle Michel

The current annual report of the Bremen Cotton Exchange is now available in German. The English version will be available from the end of August 2021. © Cotton Australia/Paul Beiboer

19/07/2021 – Exceptional Year 2020

Exceptional Year 2020

Annual Report of the Bremen Cotton Exchange

The annual report 2020 of the Bremen Cotton Exchange is now available in German. The report focuses on the production, trade and processing of cotton. By Sibylle Michel

To decarbonise the energy sector by 2050, and ensure the achievement of the goals set out under the Paris agreement, it is essential for the industry to completely phase out its use of fossil fuels. © Tupungato/stock.adobe.com

31/05/2021 – Circular economy – Recycling

Circular economy – Recycling

Nova-Institut: Turning off the Tap for Fossil Carbon

How to meet the global need for carbon as a feedstock in the chemical and derived materials sector in the future? The Nova-Institut presents a report. By Editorial staff