#Raw Materials

2026-08-27

Brazil sets new cotton export record and consolidates global leadership

Brazil ended the 2025/26 commercial year with a new record, consolidating its position as the world’s largest cotton exporter. Between August 2025 and July 2026, the country shipped 3,373,941 tonnes of the fiber, 19% more than in the previous cycle, and reached record revenue of US$5.3 billion. The result represents a milestone in Brazil’s expansion in the international market and reinforces the country’s role as a strategic supplier to the global textile industry.

Raw Materials

Better Cotton Initiative partners with Avalo in AI plant breeding for climate-resilient cotton

#Man-Made Fibers

2026-08-27

The LYCRA Company expands its co-creation vision through an immersive Lifestyle District at Intertextile Shanghai.

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#Natural Fibers

2026-08-27

Plastic-free stretch technologies drive new direction for denim innovation

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Man-Made Fibers

Bemberg and Anita Dongre collaborate once again to launch “BREATH” collection

Weaving

"Dynamic markets do not only create uncertainty – they also create opportunities."

Dyeing, Drying, Finishing

Ready for the future: PI Cottex chooses Brückner again for reliable quality and efficiency

Recycled Fibers

Circ expands access to recycled fibers through partnership agreement with Shenghong

Man-Made Fibers

Lenzing shareholders approve €300 million capital increase

#Man-Made Fibers

2026-08-27

Dyneema® to unveil next-generation mooring fiber at SMM 2026

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#Recycling / Circular Economy

2026-08-27

Non-refundable grant issued for R&D project ReNaTe

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Older News

Textiles & Apparel / Garment

2026-08-27

Hong Kong strengthens position as Asia's leading sustainable fashion hub

Hong Kong's position as one of Asia's most prominent sustainable fashion hubs has been further strengthened, with the HKTDC ESG Index 2026 released by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) for the fashion industry rising to 65.5 in 2026, up 2.3 percentage points from 2025. The increase reflects growing industry confidence in Hong Kong as a premier platform for sustainable fashion development and ESG-related business opportunities.

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Man-Made Fibers

2026-08-27

Capturing malodor rather than masking it: Indorama Ventures presents innovative odor capturing technology at Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress

Indorama Ventures, a global leader in fibers and nonwovens serving customers in hygiene and technical markets, will present its latest technological innovation in odor management at the Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress.

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Dyeing, Drying, Finishing

2026-08-26

Monforts on the move in textile growth markets

During September, specialists from Monforts will be attending events in two of the fastest growing countries for textile manufacturing – Kenya and Uzbekistan – before once again looking forward to meeting customers old and new at the 2026 Igatex exhibition which is taking place in Lahore, Pakistan, from October 15-18.

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Textiles & Apparel / Garment

2026-08-26

Première Vision Paris expands innovation focus across fashion and beauty

From September 1–3, 2026, Première Vision Paris will bring together more than 900 exhibitors from across the global fashion value chain. This year's edition places a strong emphasis on Innovation-Tech, highlighting technologies and materials that are reshaping product development, manufacturing and sustainability.

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Knitting & Hosiery

2026-08-26

SHIMA SEIKI to exhibit at Première Vision Paris

Leading digital textile solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan will exhibit at Première Vision Paris in Paris, France next month. The company will exhibit in the "Smart Creation" area, dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge technologies that integrate sustainability and innovation. The knitting expert will be demonstrating solutions that optimize product development workflows and enhance sustainability through proposals in Digital Product Creation (DPC).

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Spinning

2026-08-26

Rieter prepares leadership transition in Components & Technology

Roger Albrecht, Head of the “Components & Technology” Division, has decided to pursue a new opportunity outside the Rieter Group. Roger has worked for the Group for 11 years and has been instrumental in maintaining Rieter’s position as a technology leader in the short-staple business.

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