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The 63rd edition of Filo, the International Yarns and Fibres Exhibition, closed in Milan by performing very positive results. © FILO

14/03/2025 – Trade fairs

Trade fairs

Filo closed with positive results

Despite the current economic downturn, buyers at the 63rd edition of Filo have appreciated the valuable collections proposed by the exhibitors, which ... By Editorial staff

In Kyrgyz cotton farming, water is used with care. Only the necessary amount is directed to the plants in May through controlled flows – yet they remain green long after. © Cotonea/Jörg Böthling

10/03/2025 – Separating fact from fiction

Separating fact from fiction

The fairy tale of thirsty cotton

For decades, the fast fashion industry has perpetuated myths about cotton, branding it as a “thirsty” crop to justify petroleum-based alternatives. But ... By Sibylle Michel

Kuura was awarded for the 4th consecutive year with a “Green Shirt” rating, the requirements of which are a risk-free, transparent supply chain, and traceable raw materials. © Metsä

19/02/2025 – Sustainable textile fibres

Sustainable textile fibres

Kuura: Competitive greenhouse gas emission level

A recent life cycle assessment, conducted by Etteplan and reviewed by the RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, shows that compared to viscose, lyocell, ... By Editorial staff

The 64th Dornbirn GFC will take place from September 10 – 12 at the Culture House Dornbirn, Austria. © Dornbirn GFC

06/02/2025 – Events

Events

Dornbirn GFC 2025: Call for Papers

From 10 to 12 September 2025, more than 100 specialist presentations will take centre stage in Dornbirn at the 64th Dornbirn Global Fibre Congress in ... By Editorial staff

Lenzing’s biobased acetic acid is produced from a by-product of pulp production. © Lenzing / Christian Leopold

03/01/2025 – Textile finishing

Textile finishing

C.P.L. is the first license partner for Lenzing's Acetic Acid Biobased

The Lenzing Group announces a significant milestone in its partnership with C.P.L. Prodotti Chimici srl, a renowned supplier of chemical products for ... By Sibylle Michel

02/12/2024 – An insight into Ventile by brand manager Daniel Odermatt

An insight into Ventile by brand manager Daniel Odermatt

What makes Ventile fabrics so exclusive

Ventile, a fabric brand owned by Zurich-based Stotz & Co., continues to make strides with its high performance fabrics, comprised of cotton and other ... John W. McCurry

The congress offers a platform to present cutting-edge research and innovations that will shape the future of the fiber and textile industries. © Dornbirn GFC

29/11/2024 – Fiber Conference 2025

Fiber Conference 2025

64th Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress: Call for Papers

The Dornbirn GFC is inviting researchers, experts, manufacturers, and practitioners to submit papers for the 64th edition, taking place 10 – 12 September ... By Sibylle Michel