#Natural Fibers

2026-07-16

Better Cotton Initiative multistakeholder event in US unpacks regenerative agriculture potential

The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), in collaboration with Texas-based partner, Quarterway Cotton Growers, will expand upon its annual US field event to relay the vast potential of regenerative agriculture through an immersive experience of tours and demonstrations.

Sustainability

bluesign appoints Hanane Taidi as CEO to lead next phase of global impact

#Textiles & Apparel / Garment

2026-07-16

C&S strengthens its governance to support its evolution

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#Recycling / Circular Economy

2026-07-16

Industrial scale meets verified governance: RE&UP is now B Corp™ certified

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Denim

ISKO brings conscious color, texture, and tactile evolution to Bluezone Munich

Knitting & Hosiery

More Jacquard. More functionality. More fashion.

Textiles & Apparel / Garment

Carrington Textiles publishes third Sustainability Report

Spinning

Barmag Fuzhou Customer Day concludes successfully, boosting high-quality chemical fiber growth in Fujian & Guangdong

Sustainability

Updated supply chain taxonomy advances apparel alignment

#Sustainability

2026-07-16

The first widely accessible Life Cycle Assessment study for cashmere production published by Textile Exchange.

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#Sustainability

2026-07-16

Indovinya advances sustainable solutions with agreement for the supply of renewable Oxygen from Air Liquide

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Older News

Composites

2026-07-16

Carbon Revolution wins Composites Australia Engineering Team Excellence Award

Carbon Revolution has won the Engineering Team Excellence Award at the 2026 Composites Australia Annual Industry Awards.

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Natural Fibers

2026-07-16

"Review" examines the outlooks for seven major cotton producers

The newest issue of Cotton: Review of the World Situation provides an in-depth look at how seven important cotton-producing countries are responding to changing markets, rising production costs, climate pressures, evolving technologies, and growing demands for quality and sustainability.

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Associations

2026-07-16

Meadow Grove Research joins ITMF as Corporate Member

Meadow Grove Research is a commodity research firm specializing in supply, demand, and trade analysis in cotton and other soft commodities. Providing clarity to the complex nature of the global fiber supply chain is one of its most formidable services. The firm thrives on customer engagement and providing the best framework for critical decisions.

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Recycled Fibers

2026-07-15

Recover™ and Ünteks Group partner to scale recycled cotton in knitwear

Recover(TM), a global producer of low‐impact, high‐quality recycled cotton fiber, announces a new partnership with Ünteks Group, a vertically integrated textile manufacturer based in Turkey. The collaboration focuses on the development of circular knit fabrics and garments, combining Recover’s recycled cotton fiber with Ünteks Group’s integrated capabilities across knitting, dyeing, printing, and garment production.

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Spinning

2026-07-15

STEELTOP®: A new benchmark in flat tops for spinning preparation

Modern carding generations achieve higher production performance, placing significantly greater stress on flat tops. Higher cylinder speeds and increased fiber density, combined with tighter carding gaps, create more demanding operating conditions. At the same time, poorer raw material quality and the increased use of recycled materials further intensify these challenges. With STEELTOP®, Trützschler introduces a new full steel flat top series developed for these demanding modern carding processes.

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Textile processing

2026-07-14

YKK develops concept EXCELLA® zipper tape using nonwoven fabric partially derived from used clothing

YKK Corporation has developed a concept version of its premium EXCELLA® zipper series made from nonwoven fabric sheets created by fiberizing used clothing and other textile materials. Based on a proposal by fashion designer Yuima Nakazato, this item was created as a result of collaboration between Nakazato, Seiko Epson Corporation and YKK. The concept zipper was incorporated as a material component for pieces in the newest YUIMA NAKAZATO Couture Collection, “INFERNO,” which was unveiled in Paris, France on July 8, 2026.

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