textile network

According to a Smithers Report, about 500,000 tons of petroleum-based fibers are used each year for the production of wipes. (Smithers Report “The Future of Global Nonwoven Wipes to 2023”, 2018) © Lenzing

15/07/2021 – Fight against plastic waste

Fight against plastic waste

Lenzing supports EU guideline

Lenzing welcomes the uniform labelling obligation for wipes and feminine hygiene products containing plastics, which has been in effect since July 3, ... By Editorial staff

With the new Verglas Infinity shell outdoor clothing from Helly Hansen, hikers are well equipped for a long trip in the mountains. © Helly Hansen

02/07/2021 – Sustainable waterproof technology

Sustainable waterproof technology

Helly Hansen releases Lifa Infinity

Helly Hansen launches new Lifa technology: Lifa Infinity – with recycled outer fabric and a PFC-free coating for outdoor clothing. By Editorial staff

Stefan Fichter ist ab sofort Mitglied der Geschäftsführung bei der Märkischen Faser. © Glaeser

01/07/2021 – Märkische Faser stärkt Unternehmensführung

Märkische Faser stärkt Unternehmensführung

Stefan Fichter zum Geschäftsführer berufen

Mit Stefan Fichter als weiteren Geschäftsführer ist die Märkische Faser, Teil der Glaeser Gruppe, noch besser für die Zukunft aufgestellt. By Editorial staff

Finland has a high know-how in wood-based fibers in textiles. © tchara/stock.adobe.com

22/06/2021 – Textile recycling

Textile recycling

Finland: new solutions to textile industry transformation

There is globally approx. 92 million tons of textile waste every year. New sustainable solutions are needed for each stage of a textile’s life cycle. ... By Editorial staff

Circularity of DSM Protective Materials is the key for the future. © DSM

09/06/2021 – Circular economy

Circular economy

DSM and Clariter: next-generation chemical recycling solution

DSM and Clariter partner to pursue chemical recycling solution for Dyneema-based end-products. By Editorial staff

The Lycra Company stellt Coolmax und Thermolite EcoMade-Fasern, die aus 100 Prozent Textilabfällen hergestellt wurden, vor. © The Lycra Company

03/06/2021 – Textilrecycling

Textilrecycling

Lycra und Itochu: EcoMade Fasern aus 100 Prozent Textilabfällen

The Lycra Company und Itochu Corporation stellen erste Coolmax und Thermolite EcoMade Fasern, hergestellt aus 100 Prozent Textilabfällen, vor. By Editorial staff

Today, May 26, 2021, We aRe Spin Dye (WRSD) AB (publ) (“WRSD”) enters into a collaboration agreement with the international premium brand, Hugo Boss. Picture: Hugo Boss, Summer 2021 © Hugo Boss AG

26/05/2021 – Sustainability

Sustainability

Hugo Boss and We are Spin Dye cooperate

It feels fantastic to finally be able to communicate this collaboration with Hugo Boss,” says Andreas Andrén, CEO of We aRe SpinDye. By Editorial staff