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COOLMAX® EcoMade fiber makes summer games debut in Paris
The LYCRA Company, a global leader in developing innovative and sustainable fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and textile industry, has announced that its COOLMAX® EcoMade fiber made from 100% textile waste is a key ingredient in the Brazilian Volleyball team’s indoor and beach jerseys for the 2024 Summer Games in Paris. Body Work, a fitness brand from retailer Riachuelo, created the official uniforms unveiled in a stunning projection on the Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro on June 27, Volleyball Day in Brazil.
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INVISTA Maitland celebrates history and announces plans for the future
INVISTA, one of the world's largest integrated producers of chemical intermediates, polymers and fibers, announced its intention to invest approximately $23 million CAD ($17 million USD) in the re-commissioning of hexamethylene diamine (HMD) assets at its Maitland, Ontario, Canada, site.
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Latest developments in the sustainable textile industry will be introduced and discussed at the “Cellulose Fibres Conference 2025 – New with Biosynthetics” in Cologne, Germany and online, on 12-13 March 2025. Abstract submission is now open.
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Delivering specific yet versatile properties for diverse applications, functional yarns and fibres are highly desirable in modern society with its evolving needs. Meanwhile, products that blend functionality with eco-friendliness are even more prized.
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Geogreen inaugurates a new photovoltaic plant: over 5,000 solar panels to produce 5.5 million kWh/year of clean energy
Geogreen and RadiciGroup are speeding up their photovoltaic development with the inauguration of a new solar plant in the Municipality of Isola Dovarese in the Province of Cremona. Participating at the official ribbon cutting were the Geogreen shareholders including President Angelo Radici, the mayor of the Municipality of Isola Dovarese and other local officials.
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A navy blue nylon dress, providing elegance and comfort to the wearer while simultaneously highlighting the entire Made in Italy production chain: this is the new project RadiciGroup is presenting at Milano Unica, from July 9th to 11th at the Innovation Forum (HALL 3 Booth IN24) promoted by the TexClubTec section of Sistema Moda Italia.
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DNFI Innovation in Natural Fibres Award 2024
For the eighth time since 2017, the Discover Natural Fibre Initiative is inviting entries for the ‘DNFI Innovation in Natural Fibres Award’. The purpose of the DNFI Innovation in Natural Fibres Award is to raise awareness of exciting work involving natural fibres, and to help raise the profiles of leading researchers so as to enhance opportunities for commercial application of such work.
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Lenzing introduces new Black Towel Collection with long-lasting softness
Lenzing Group, a leading global producer of wood-based specialty fibers, announces the launch of its latest Black Towel Collection made with LENZING™ ECOVERO™ branded black viscose fibers and TENCEL™ branded black modal fibers. The collection features six essential everyday washable and reusable face and body care items, from makeup removal pads, makeup removal towels, gym towels, bath towels, hand towels, hair bonnets, to beach towels, designed to cater to the ever-changing consumers’ needs for quality, responsible personal care items for every aspect of daily life.
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Rohit Aggarwal new member of Management Board of Lenzing Group and designated CEO
The Supervisory Board of Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries, has appointed Rohit Aggarwal as a new member of the Management Board of Lenzing Group. He will assume responsibility for the fiber division during the third quarter. After the departure of Stephan Sielaff, Aggarwal will take over the position of CEO of Lenzing Group.
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FULGAR presents unique yarn that combines its bio-based origin with exceptional comfort and durability
Fulgar takes another step towards envirnmental sustainability, presenting a latest-generation fibre with superlative technical specifications, designed to give clothing long life and comfort. Q-GEO® is suitable for large-scale ecological production – the ideal yarn to meet the growing demand for green, cutting-edge fabrics.
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Naia from Eastman partners with ESDI for sustainable fashion educational project
In a significant step towards promoting a culture of ecoconsciousness, Naia™ from Eastman partnered for an educational project with ESDI Escola Superior de Disseny in Sabadell (Barcelona). This collaboration underscores a commitment to integrating sustainable practices with academic excellence, providing ESDI students with the opportunity to design and produce garments using Naia™ fibers to participate in a fashion competition that celebrates the eternal tale of heaven and hell, Dante Alighieri's “The Divine Comedy.”
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Indorama Ventures announces new leadership for combined PET segment
Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, a global sustainable chemical company, today announced new leadership for the Combined PET (CPET) segment – a global leader in PET production and recycling, with operations spanning Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Yashovardhan Lohia will be the Executive President of Petchem Special Projects, and Muthukumar Paramasivam and Kumar Sambhaw Ladha have been appointed as the new Presidents and Co-Leaders of the Combined PET segment, effective as of July 1, 2024.
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