Technical Textiles

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At around 20 locations, Swisswool purchases wool directly from farmers each year. © Swisswool

 
26/08/2025 – Crisis and future of Swiss sheep’s wool

Crisis and future of Swiss sheep’s wool

Swiss wool between potential and pressure

The purchase of Swiss wool was suspended in spring 2025 – a consequence of shrinking demand and a lack of infrastructure. What happens when a natural ... By  Editorial staff
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The Wyron truecycled yarn consists of 50% post-consumer textile waste and 50% recycled polyester. © Brain of Materials

 
25/08/2025 – Automotive Interior

Automotive Interior

Recycled yarn ensures sustainability in Lotus vehicles

High-quality recycled yarn is now being used in Lotus’ electric vehicles – thanks to the Truecycled process from Trützschler. The innovative material ... By  Sibylle Michel
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The stalks of the sorghum plant can be turned into fibres that are not only lightweight, but strong. © Kiran/stock.adobe.com

 
21/08/2025 – New natural fiber

New natural fiber

Reinventing fashion with sorghum

When most people think of eco-friendly fashion, cotton and bamboo are often the materials that come to mind. There is a new fibre that is making waves, ... By  Editorial staff
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A strong combination of global exhibitors has already confirmed their participation this year. © Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd.

 
13/08/2025 – Trade fair

Trade fair

Global exhibitors set for Cinte Techtextil China 2025

With 12 exhibiting countries and regions so far confirmed, Cinte Techtextil China is poised to present a dynamic industry platform, bridging the gap between ... By  Editorial staff
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Under the new Focus Topic “Textile to Textile – The Role of Recyclers”, the fair aims to provide in-depth insights into one of the most pressing challenges of the industry. © Performance Days

 
11/08/2025 – Performance Days: New Focus Topic

Performance Days: New Focus Topic

“Textile to Textile – The Role of Recyclers”

The October 2025 edition of Performance Days, taking place from October 29–30 in Munich, will spotlight a topic that is vital for the future of the textile ... By  Sibylle Michel
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This joint stand “BMWE Young Innovators” is located in the themed area “Health at Work” in Hall 7. © Messe Düsseldorf

 
08/08/2025 – Innovative power at A+A 2025

Innovative power at A+A 2025

Eleven start-ups present tomorrow’s world of work

Eleven start-ups from Germany will be presenting themselves at the BMWE Young Innovators joint stand at A+A 2025. From November 4 to 7, 2025, in Düsseldorf, ... By  Sibylle Michel
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Stratos Fragkotsinos, Vice President Business Area Mill Management Solution, at Uster Technologies, moderating the panel discussion featuring (from left to right): Stefan Hutter, owner, Säntis-Textiles; Thomas Franz, Sales and Purchasing Manager, TVU; Michael Will, Head Textile Technology & Process Analytics, Rieter; Andreas Merkel, CEO, Otto Yarns. © Uster

 
06/08/2025 – Panel discussion

Panel discussion

Challenges in producing yarn from recycled fibers

What does it take to spin quality yarn from recycled fibers? Uster Technologies brought textile industry leaders together to discuss the role of technology, ... By  Editorial staff