Natural fibres

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Lorpen is a pioneer in the development of T3 layer technology, the use of flat seams in toe caps and the use of compostable materials in its performance models. The company is now managed independently by its courageous employees. © Lorpen

 
15/01/2026 – Employee buyout

Employee buyout

Sock manufacturer Lorpen now operating independently

The Spanish functional and sports sock brand Lorpen is back on its own two feet. Parts of the management and workforce seized the opportunity to take ‘their ... By  Editorial staff
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Lenzing, Marchi & Fildi S.p.A, and manufacturing partners unlock premium quality for recycled natural fibers with Tencel Lyocell. © Marchi e Fildi

 
22/07/2025 – Cooperation

Cooperation

Recycled natural fibers with Tencel Lyocell

Four established Italian manufacturers partner with Lenzing to address recycled natural fiber quality inconsistencies, transforming textile waste challenges ... By  Editorial staff
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At Techtextil 2026, the focus will be even more on natural fibres, yarns and materials. © Messe Frankfurt / Jean-Luc Valentin

 
21/08/2024 – Techtextil

Techtextil

Functional natural materials in high demand

At Techtextil 2024, international exhibitors showed future-proof developments for numerous industries in the ‘Nature Performance’ area. For Techtextil ... By  Editorial staff
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“The Congress – Natural fiber Extraction”, scheduled for October 9th, 2024 in Stuttgart, invites submissions for presentations focusing on advancements in natural fiber extraction methodologies. © AFBW

 
21/06/2024 – Call for papers

Call for papers

“The Congress – Natural fiber Extraction”

The organizers of “The Congress – Natural fiber Extraction” invite submissions for presentations on October 9th, 2024, at Look 21, Türlenstraße 2, 70191 ... By  Editorial staff
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Amelie Pörschmann with “The Regrow” pot. © Hochschule Hof

 
Amelie Pörschmann, a student at Hochschule Hof, Germany, won the 2023 DNFI Innovation in Natural Fibres Research Award for her creation, “The Regrow”. ... By  Editorial staff
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“Nativa” is pioneering a new way of producing merino wool. © Chargeurs Group

 
31/10/2023 – Chargeurs Group

Chargeurs Group

“Nativa” regeneratively farmed merino wool

Part of 150-year-old French Chargeurs Group, “Nativa”, was born out of a passion for a fibre of incomparable quality, while supporting animal and soil ... By  Editorial staff
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Lightweight, strong, sustainable: flax tape made by vombaur. © vombaur

 
27/09/2023 – vombaur

vombaur

The eco-friendly game changer

The combination of high strength and rigidity with sustainability and a neutral carbon footprint makes flax the ideal raw material for natural fibre-reinforced ... By  Editorial staff