textile network

RWTH Aachen

Sustainability: ITA students honoured

Two young researchers from the ITA at RWTH Aachen University have been recognised for their outstanding academic achievements. By Daniel Keienburg

Colour trends

Pantone Color Of The Year 2026

Pantone introduces its Color of the Year 2026, pantone 11-4201 cloud dancer – a light, airy white that embodies serenity and conscious simplicity. Within the fashion and textile industry, the tone highlights a growing movement toward minimal, reflective design and sustainable ... By Daniel Keienburg

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 49/2025

At this point, we present the five most read articles of the past week. The ranking is based on your click behavior on the website. By Kathrin Elling

Technological advances in warp knitting

Karl Mayer: 35 years of EL technology

From the first trials with electric motors to the latest innovations presented at ITMA 2023, EL technology has shaped machine development at Karl Mayer for 35 years. By Daniel Keienburg

Betriebsschliessung-Copyright--piter2121---stock-adobe-com.jpg — Failed restructuring: Kelheim Fibres prepares for phase-out of production. © piter2121 / stock.adobe.com

10/12/2025 – Plant closure

Plant closure

Failed restructuring: Kelheim Fibres prepares for phase-out of production

Following the failed investor transaction originally planned with Munich-based LEO III Fund, Kelheim Fibres GmbH is preparing an orderly phase-out of ... By Daniel Keienburg

chemische-Recycling-von-Kunstfasern-Copyright-Fraunhofer-Umsicht.jpg — Chemical recycling of synthetic fibres (PET) into new basic chemicals – a key technology component of the Autoloop project. © Fraunhofer Umsicht

03/12/2025 – Autoloop

Autoloop

EU Project Targets Textile Recycling

The EU project Autoloop, coordinated by Fraunhofer Umsicht, is developing automated sorting, tracing and recycling technologies for polyester-based textiles. ... By Daniel Keienburg

Shinwon-s-RFID-Tunnel-system-Copyright-Shinwon-Corporation.jpg — Shinwon's RFID Tunnel system verifies product quantities in real time, eliminating packaging errors across global production sites. © Shinwon Corporation

02/12/2025 – Supply Chain Digitalisation

Supply Chain Digitalisation

RFID tunnel boosts supply chain

South Korean apparel manufacturer Shinwon is rolling out its AI-powered RFID tunnel system globally, targeting zero packaging errors and establishing ... By Daniel Keienburg

Meist-gelesen-textile-network-EN-KW-48 Copyright Lectra — Lectra offers a transformative approach that connects every stage of the fashion value chain. © Lectra

01/12/2025 – On our own behalf

On our own behalf

Review of the industry - week 48/2025

At this point, we present the five most read articles of the past week. The ranking is based on your click behavior on the website. By Kathrin Elling

By combining their expertise, HMS and CleanKore are setting a new standard for sustainable textile production, offering solutions that benefit both the environment and the industry. Their technologies align with the growing demand for eco-friendly practices across the global textile supply chain, making this partnership a pivotal step toward a cleaner future. © HMS (HandMadeStone)

01/12/2025 – HMS and CleanKore:

HMS and CleanKore:

A Partnership for Cleaner Textile Production

A new collaboration between HMS and CleanKore aims to deliver cleaner, safer, and more sustainable solutions for the global denim industry. By Editorial staff

Textilrecycling-Forschungsprojekt-Copyright-Meisenbach-Verlag---Generiert-mit-KI.jpg — The RETRAKT research project addresses the urgent need for transformation in the textile industry. © Meisenbach Verlag - Generiert mit KI

26/11/2025 – Research Project

Research Project

RETRAKT: Paving the Way for Circular Economy in Textiles

The RETRAKT research project addresses the urgent need for transformation in the textile industry. By combining resilience engineering, compliance management, ... By Daniel Keienburg

26/11/2025 – Performance Days

Performance Days

FFF Portland Builds on Munich’s Record Success

The Portland edition of Performance Days has reinforced its position as a pivotal event for the functional textile industry. By Editorial staff