#Techtextil 2026

2026-04-02

Covestro to exhibit solutions for a more sustainable and productive textile industry at Techtextil 2026

Covestro will present a broad portfolio of material innovations for textile coatings, adhesive films and thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPUs) at Techtextil 2026 (Hall 11.0, Booth C79). The exhibits will demonstrate how advanced solutions can enhance durability, recyclability and manufacturing efficiency across applications such as automotive, infrastructure, protective apparel and sportswear. A particular focus will be on more sustainable coating technologies, including antimicrobial systems based on INSQIN® in combination with AGXX from Heraeus Precious Metals, as well as the integration of Pontacol® thermoplastic adhesive films into Covestro’s offering.

Textile chemistry

Orta and Archroma launch denim collection dyed with wool waste

#Raw Materials

2026-04-02

Global production expected to decline in 2026/27 as policy shifts and weak demand reshape trade

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#Advertorial

2026-04-01

New Gravimax MMX-R X-ray sensor platform opens up new application fields

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Techtextil 2026

Modernizing Needling – DiloGroup at Techtextil & INDEX 2026

Recycling / Circular Economy

Carbios confirms Longlaville plant in France following financing progress

Techtextil 2026

TANATEX to spotlight compliance-driven innovation at Techtextil 2026

Composites

KARL MAYER strengthens partnerships in the composites industry at JEC World 2026

Recycling / Circular Economy

ABB and Syre partner to explore technologies for industrial-scale textile recycling

#Techtextil 2026

2026-03-31

From Nature Performance to Circular Economy: Techtextil 2026 focuses on the future market for technical textiles

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#Research & Development

2026-03-30

Textile cascade filter for removing microplastics from wastewater

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Older News

Textile processing

2026-03-30

Jeanologia showcases the future of product development

Jeanologia is showcasing how software is transforming product development in the fashion industry at PI Apparel Europe: The Fashion Technology Show, taking place on March 30–31 in London.

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Techtextil 2026

2026-03-30

Groz-Beckert showcases cross-segment innovations for technical textiles in Frankfurt

From April 21 to 24, 2026, Groz-Beckert will present its latest innovations and solutions across the product areas of knitting, weaving, nonwovens and sewing at Techtextil 2026 in Frankfurt (Hall 12, Booth B90).

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Techtextil 2026

2026-03-30

VANDEWIELE Group at Techtextil 2026 – Textile innovations together

The VANDEWIELEGroup will showcase its latest technologies for technical textiles at Techtextil 2026 in Frankfurt from April 21–24 (Hall 12.0, Stand C21). As a global leader in textile machinery, the group brings together specialised brands to support the evolving demands of high-performance textile applications. Visitors will discover solutions in laboratory testing, yarn joining, yarn feeding and thread tension monitoring, designed to create measurable value across the textile value chain.

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Techtextil 2026

2026-03-27

LineONE – Smart performance, smart investment at Techtextil 2026

At Techtextil 2026 in Frankfurt (April 21–24, Hall 12, Booth C79), AUTEFA Solutions will present its LineONE concepts for cost-efficient nonwoven production. As a full-line supplier for nonwoven production lines, AUTEFA Solutions covers the entire process chain – from fibre opening through to web bonding. With its LineONE line concepts, the company combines proven technologies into well-balanced, cost-efficient turnkey solutions. These concepts are designed for capacity expansions, modernisation projects and new production lines, offering robust design and high flexibility for applications such as filtration, geotextiles and automotive.

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Europe

2026-03-27

EU and Australia strengthen relations with Security and Defence Partnership and Trade Agreement

The EU and Australia have today announced the adoption of a groundbreaking Security and Defence Partnership. They have also concluded negotiations for an ambitious and balanced free trade agreement (FTA) and agreed to launch formal negotiations for the association of Australia to Horizon Europe, the world's largest funding programme for research and innovation. With these steps, the EU and Australia are delivering mutually beneficial outcomes and further reinforcing their already close relations in a time of geopolitical uncertainty.

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Technical Textiles

2026-03-27

DuPont introduces Tyvek® APX™ 400 protective coverall, setting a new benchmark for extreme breathability

DuPont (NYSE:DD) announced the launch of the Tyvek® APX™ 400 protective coverall, the first in a new generation of extremely breathable disposable chemical protection garments. Manufactured using DuPont™ Tyvek® APX™ groundbreaking fabric, the new garment combines 360° protection and durability with extreme breathability, taking worker comfort and safety to a whole new level.

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