#Denim

2026-05-19

SOKO presents low-impact denim finishing innovations at Denim PV Milan

SOKO will present a range of sustainable denim finishing technologies and collaborative projects at the upcoming Denim Première Vision Milan on 20–21 May in Milan. At booth G27 in Superstudio Più, the company will showcase new chemical solutions designed to combine fashionable denim effects with reduced environmental impact.

One of the highlights is “SOKO Shadow”, a dyeing solution developed to create vintage-inspired fading effects with multi-tone depth. The technology can be applied to different fabric types, including RFD fabrics and classic denim. According to the company, the solution naturally concentrates around seams and pockets through specific dye-resist and migration properties, eliminating the need for hazardous discharge chemicals.

Another focus is Hydrogel, an all-in-one denim finishing compound intended to simplify traditional stone-wash processes. SOKO states that the solution can reduce process times by up to 50% and water consumption by up to 85%, as the entire treatment cycle can be performed within a single gel bath. The gel environment is also designed to reduce garment stress and protect delicate or stretch fabrics during processing.

In addition, the company will introduce “FROST”, a non-acid wash technology developed as an alternative to conventional potassium permanganate-based treatments. The solution enables acid wash aesthetics without the use of pumice stones or permanganate chemicals.

At Denim PV Milan, SOKO will also present the special installation “Three Collections. One Vision.”, developed together with Adriano Goldschmied and Pioneer Denim. The project combines premium denim fabrics with low-impact finishing technologies to demonstrate new approaches to sustainable denim design.

Another collaboration on display is “The Denim Project”, created jointly with Arvind. The capsule collection combines Arvind’s textile expertise with SOKO finishing technologies such as Hydrogel and Lumia to develop low-impact denim products with distinctive visual effects.

The company describes both projects as examples of closer cooperation across the denim value chain, linking fabric development, finishing technologies and sustainable manufacturing concepts.

Jeanologia brings “Billy” to China, the AI transforming denim design

The denim industry is turning its attention to Hangzhou this week, where a new edition of Kingpins, the leading international trade show for the sector, takes place on May 21 and 22. There, the Spanish company Jeanologia, a global leader in sustainable technologies for the textile industry, is introducing its latest innovation to the Chinese market: “Billy”, the first artificial intelligence specifically developed for denim finishing design.

ISKO unveils a new circular vision of color, texture and tactile innovation at Denim Première Vision Milan

At Denim Première Vision Milan (booth G3), ISKO introduces its FW27-28 Collection, built around three defining elements: color, texture and touch. This season, ISKO presents a vision where emotion and advanced textile innovation converge, rooted in a steadfast commitment to responsible material development by utilizing patented technologies and high-quality raw materials, powered by RE&UP.

Uster FiberQ excels for recycled raw materials too

Uster FiberQ is a complete solution for raw material utilization, supporting spinners to achieve consistent quality and profitability every day, building further growth for the future. The Turkish company ORTA relies on FiberQ with recycled yarn for its denim production. Data-driven knowledge puts the producer in control of raw material utilization – ready to make the correct decisions for process efficiency, quality and productivity.

2026 general meeting of the Friends and Supporters of RWTH Aachen at ITA

The Friends and Supporters of RWTH Aachen e. V. (proRWTH) looked back on a successful year of support at their 2026 general meeting. The meeting took place at Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) of RWTH Aachen and was combined with a joint session of the Executive Board and the Administrative Board. Before the general meeting began, participants were given a guided tour of ITA, providing them with fascinating insights into current research and development topics in textile engineering.

Cotton ConneXions Insight to Impact brings supply chain leaders together around cotton innovation

Cotton Incorporated’s Cotton ConneXions Insight to Impact brought together more than 300 industry leaders from 140 companies across 10 countries, including more than 45 top global brands and sourcing organizations, underscoring strong global interest in cotton-rich product development, sourcing and supply chain collaboration.

Footwear innovation enabled by warp knitting technology– insights from New Balance

The future of the athletic shoe is increasingly being shaped on warp knitting machines. For KARL MAYER, the footwear industry is one of the most important growth markets – and one of the sectors where innovative textiles can realize their full potential. In his keynote address at the opening of KARL MAYER’s TEXTILE INNOVATION CENTER in Obertshausen in April, Vishnu Prakash Muthusamy, Senior Textile and Materials Engineer at New Balance, explained the opportunities that warp knitting technology opens up for performance, sustainability, and faster development processes, and why textile manufacturers are transitioning from suppliers to development partners.