#Textile chemistry

2025-03-06

HEIQ expands in ASIA with BIG SUNSHINE as key partner

HeiQ, a global leader in materials and textile innovation, is strengthening its presence in Asia by onboarding BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. as a key full-service partner in the region. This collaboration aims to further improve HeiQ’s overall service capabilities in Taiwan and across the wider Asian region, furthering its vision of global expansion and footprint in Asia.

Driving innovation without borders

For close to 20 years, HeiQ has been at the forefront of material innovation developing some of the most effective, durable and high-performance textile technologies on the market. The company’s global network of partners plays a crucial role in delivering seamless service, on-site, on-time technical support in native languages and full visibility across the entire value chain.

Founded in 1988, BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. is a leading producer and distributor of dyestuffs and auxiliaries. In 2020, the group was listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under the name BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. With a strong corporate structure, a comprehensive supply management system, and an experienced sales and technical team, BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. is a trusted industry leader in the region.

Strengthening HeiQ’s global reach through strategic parnerships

As part of its long-term strategy to increase exposure of their innovation along with enhancing global service levels, HeiQ’s collaboration with BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. ???? immediately establishes footprint, covering warehousing, sales offices, and highly skilled technical team in key regional markets. This partnership will foster closer relationships with their valued mill partners, accelerate the adoption of HeiQ’s cutting-edge technologies, and open new opportunities for collaboration across the entire value chain

By leveraging BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. experienced sales and technical teams, along with its other key assets, HeiQ reinforces its commitment to drive innovation, expand its footprint in Asia, and strengthen its leadership in the textile industry.

Musa Raibin, Chief Sales Officer, reiterates that “HeiQ is always on the lookout to expand our partner network and BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD.is a perfect fit in our wider partner umbrella. They have excellent standing as a knowledgeable industry leader in Taiwan and we’re extremely glad to be bringing them into our partner portfolio. We believe that this will help contribute to the further growth of both organizations in the region. We are excited to get started with BIG SUNSHINE CO., LTD. to help establish our motto “Differentiate. Innovate” in the region.”

HeiQ announces return to private company structure

HeiQ, a leading innovator in materials technology, announced its decision to return to private company structure from the London Stock Exchange as part of a strategic move to focus resources, streamline operations, and accelerate growth, effective November 19, 2024 (LSE:HEIQ). HeiQ shares will continue trading on the JP Jenkins securities or a similar matching platform from November 20, 2024.

HeiQ and GQ Apparel bring biobased cooling to denim in Thailand

HeiQ, a global leader in textile and materials innovation, proudly announces a strategic cooperation with GQ Apparel, a premier Thailand-based tech apparel brand. GQ Apparel enhances it denim offering with HeiQ’s advanced cooling solution, marking a significant milestone in the Southeast Asian market.

HeiQ expands application of HeiQ Allergen tech to upholstery fabric through collaboration with CULP

HeiQ partners with Culp to apply HeiQ Allergen Tech, a 100% biobased* solution that reduces allergens on textiles, onto interior upholstery fabric. HeiQ announces the extended application of HeiQ Allergen Tech to bring the benefits of this biobased textile technology to the interior upholstered furniture market, marking a unique launch into this segment.

Speed and connectivity: Techtextil and Texprocess provided market-ready solutions for industries under pressure

With more than 36,000 visitors and 1,700 exhibitors from a total of 112 countries, Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 demonstrated how innovation comes into industrial use. The convergence of research, industry and application proved to be a breeding ground for new material solutions, manufacturing and processing technologies. Natural fibres, performance apparel, connected systems and AI-driven processing technologies emerged as key growth and future markets.

RUDOLF is pioneering the future of technical textiles by developing innovative, functional solutions

At Techtextil 2026, RUDOLF presents its latest innovations for textile auxiliaries, textile care and construction chemicals. Based in Geretsried, Bavaria, the company draws on more than 100 years of experience and continues to position itself as a global technology partner focused on quality, innovation and sustainability.

BTMA backs global growth while investing in future UK leaders

As one of a number of new initiatives launched this year, the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) is launching the UK-India Textile Machinery Coalition. The UK-India Free Trade Agreement, signed in July 2025, has implications that extend across sourcing, competitiveness and long-term trade dynamics, believes BTMA CEO Jason Kent.

China projected to increase cotton production, yields, and imports in 2026/27

World cotton production in the 2026/27 season is projected at 25.9 million tonnes, exceeding global consumption of 25.2 million tonnes, according to the May 2026 issue of Cotton This Month. That means both production and consumption are expected to remain close to current season levels, while global cotton trade is projected to decline by 2.7% to approximately 9.6-9.7 million tonnes.