textile network

Ernst Pelz Award 2026

Vaude and UPM: Award-Winning Innovation

UPM Next Generation Renewables and the sustainable outdoor brand Vaude have been awarded the 2026 Ernst Pelz Award for their joint development of the world's first fleece jacket made from wood-based polyester. By Larissa Terwart

Gunold

Invisible thread for discreet seams and embroidery effects

The polyester monofilament Invisible from Gunold is designed for applications where seams and attachments should recede into the background. By Daniel Keienburg

Trade fairs

China Wave at Pitti Uomo 110

China Wave brought six Chinese labels to Pitti Uomo 110 in Florence and used the trade fair to connect brands with buyers, distributors, showrooms and premium boutiques from around the world. By Daniel Keienburg

Interior textiles and acoustic solutions

140 years of Création Baumann

Since 1886, Création baumann has been developing textiles for interior and contract applications in Langenthal, Switzerland. Over four generations, the family owned company has grown from a small linen producer into an internationally active specialist for high quality ... By Daniel Keienburg

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-28 Copyright Amann Group — German headquarter of Amann since 175 years. © Amann Group

13/07/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 28/2026

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

09/07/2026 – Skills4circularity

Skills4circularity

Recycling technologies module builds skills for circular textiles

The Erasmus+ project Skills4circularity has developed its first training module on recycling technologies. It equips participants with knowledge of regulatory ... By Daniel Keienburg

08/07/2026 – Amann Group

Amann Group

Comprehensive Transformation Programme

The Amann Group is realigning its organisation through a comprehensive transformation programme in response to the profound changes taking place across ... By Antje Schmidtpeter

The Membryx GmbH team with Managing Directors Annette and Rick van Es (centre) © video & photoworkers.ch

08/07/2026 – Protective textiles

Protective textiles

Getzner takes majority in Membryx

Getzner Textil has increased its stake in Membryx GmbH to 70.5 percent and now holds the majority in the specialist for textile protective layers and ... By Daniel Keienburg

Munich-Fabric-Start-2026-Copyright-Munich-Fabric-Start.jpg — From 14 to 16 July 2026, Munich fabric start will present the latest developments and innovations. © Munich Fabric Start

07/07/2026 – EPR insights, AI debates and curated art

EPR insights, AI debates and curated art

AW27-28 trends at Munich fabric start

From 14 to 16 July 2026, Munich fabric start will present around 650 collections at the Moc munich, accompanied by an extensive programme of keynotes, ... By Daniel Keienburg

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-27 Copyright Messe Frankfurt-Intertextile-Shanghai-Apparel-Fabrics — The Econogy Hub underscores the connection between ecological responsibility and economic performance, highlighting how material innovation supports both environmental progress and commercial success. © Messe Frankfurt / Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics

06/07/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 27/2026

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

At A Penteadora in Unhais da Serra, Portugal, Andritz systems have been commissioned. © Andritz

06/07/2026 – Sustainability

Sustainability

Andritz: Textile recycling in Portugal

A Penteadora SA has successfully started up a complete mechanical textile recycling line and a needlepunch nonwoven line supplied by Andritz at its production ... By Larissa Terwart