#Raw Materials

2026-09-15

Cotton made in Africa puts farmer dialogue at the heart of agricultural training

A new manual created by the Aid by Trade Foundation and African People & Wildlife shows how Cotton made in Africa aims to transform cotton cultivation through dialogue rather than directives.

Sustainability

Wendy Woods named Chair of the Fashion for Good BV Board

#Industry 4.0 / Digitalization

2026-09-14

Coats Digital launches AI-powered GSD RealMotion for motion analysis

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#Textile chemistry

2026-09-14

Archroma and Lameirinho partner in pioneering deployment of InOneGO single-step dyeing

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Knitting & Hosiery

KARL MAYER launches extra-wide HKS 3-M EL for increased productivity

Research & Development

Reducing development times for technical textiles by accelerated thermo-oxidative aging in a high-pressure autoclave

Research & Development

ITA has developed a washable digital smart jacket with real-time feedback and an AI-powered app for rehabilitation

Nonwovens

25 years in the room: EDANA’s OUTLOOK™ returns to Cascais to shape a changing industry

Recycling / Circular Economy

Recover™ names Enes Adak and Fehmi Yüksel as Co-CEOs to accelerate its next growth phase

#Research & Development

2026-09-10

ADD-ITC 2026 highlights strong industry participation

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#Recycling / Circular Economy

2026-09-10

Arc'teryx introduces System 0™, a new framework for the future of product design and circularity

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Recycling / Circular Economy

2026-09-10

2. RETRAKT EU Conference - „Join the Circle“: Turning challenges of the textile sector into chances

On 19 November 2026, the second RETRAKT EU Conference – “Join the Circle” will take place in Brussels. The event, which focuses on the transformation of the textile sector towards a circular economy, will be held under the motto: “Turning Challenges in the Textile Sector into Chances.”

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Textiles & Apparel / Garment

2026-09-10

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris reflects shift towards more diversified sourcing

The latest edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris confirms the global reshaping of sourcing strategies. The offer is evolving to satisfy more selective buyers, looking for responsiveness, innovation and diversification in their sourcing options.

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ITMA Asia + CITME 2026

2026-09-10

ITMA Asia 2026: How Barmag is reshaping the future of man-made fiber production

The textile industry is entering a groundbreaking era. Manufacturers face rising energy prices, growing sustainability demands, increasing labor shortages, and an unprecedented need for flexibility. For a globally active textile industry, where competitiveness is closely linked to production efficiency and cost leadership, this means that technology is no longer merely a means of improving operational processes – it is increasingly becoming a strategic differentiator.

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Textile chemistry

2026-09-10

Archroma wins ICIS Innovation Award for sulfur dye breakthrough

Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, has won a coveted 2026 ICIS Innovation Award for Best Product Innovation from a Large Company for FiberColors®. These high-performance sulfur dyes are synthesized from pre-consumer wool waste, reducing industry reliance on petroleum-based inputs while contributing to the circular economy by upcycling unwanted wool that farmers would otherwise pay to dispose of.

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Nonwovens

2026-09-10

From convenience to compliance: How regulations are reshaping consumer wipes

Regulatory developments are becoming an increasingly important driver of wipes innovation. At OUTLOOK™ 2026, Elisabeth Swennenhuis, Product Line Manager, Consumer Wipes at Magnera, will discuss how regulations such as the Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD), Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes, environmental claims legislation, and emerging circular economy policies are influencing product development and shaping the future of the wipes market.

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Sustainability

2026-09-10

Action Cohort: Textile Exchange’s new initiative designed to help scale preferred production systems

Textile Exchange has published new guidance to help brands and retailers participating in its Action Cohort prepare for upcoming reporting and target-setting requirements. Earlier this year, the organization evolved its membership to create more action-oriented pathways, designed to accelerate progress toward scaling preferred production systems that create beneficial impacts and resilient supply chains and livelihoods.

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