#Textile processing

2023-03-01

Coloreel’s showcased at ‘Fashion. Forever.’ Exhibition

Coloreel has been selected to showcase its innovative products at the 'Fashion. Forever.' exhibition organized by the Swedish Institute.

The exhibition offers a platform for renowned Swedish designers, entrepreneurs, and academics who are shaping the circular fashion industry to present sustainable and pioneering solutions.

Alongside garments from other notable Swedish brands such as Hodakova, Streamateria, Kappahl, and Rave Review, Coloreel embroideries will be on display at the exhibition.

The 'Fashion. Forever.' exhibition is an event marking the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union and will debut at the 12 Star Gallery at Europe House in London, with plans to travel to Istanbul and other cities in the future.

Elin Wengström, VP Marketing and Communication at Coloreel, said "We are excited and honored to participate in the Swedish Institute's Fashion.Forever exhibition. It provides an excellent opportunity to showcase our sustainable and innovative technology to a global audience."

The 'Fashion.Forever' exhibition will run from February 22 to March 22 at 12 Star Gallery at Europe House in London before moving venues abroad.

To learn more about the 'Fashion. Forever.' exhibition here:

https://www.europarl.europa.eu/unitedkingdom/en/eventsandexhibitions/12-star-gallery/fashionforever.html

Coloreel Group AB files for bankruptcy

Coloreel Group AB, a pioneering Swedish technology company known for its instant thread dyeing technology, today announced that it has filed for bankruptcy. The decision comes after the company's inability to develop its business volume quickly enough and, related to this, secure the necessary financing.

YKK develops concept EXCELLA® zipper tape using nonwoven fabric partially derived from used clothing

YKK Corporation has developed a concept version of its premium EXCELLA® zipper series made from nonwoven fabric sheets created by fiberizing used clothing and other textile materials. Based on a proposal by fashion designer Yuima Nakazato, this item was created as a result of collaboration between Nakazato, Seiko Epson Corporation and YKK. The concept zipper was incorporated as a material component for pieces in the newest YUIMA NAKAZATO Couture Collection, “INFERNO,” which was unveiled in Paris, France on July 8, 2026.

Dedicated car seat model of SHIMA SEIKI’s P-CAM® R Cutting Machine unveiled

Leading Japanese textile solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan, showed a special version of its P-CAM® R multi-ply computerized cutting machine dedicated to the production of car seats for the first time, at a private exhibition held over two days on Thursday, July 2nd and Friday, July 3rd at the Kariya City Industrial Promotion Center in Aichi Prefecture.

YKK invests USD 150 million in new manufacturing facility in India

YKK Corporation has announced plans to construct a new manufacturing facility in India, reinforcing its long-term commitment to one of the world's fastest-growing textile and apparel production hubs. The new factory will be built at Origins by Mahindra in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and will become the third manufacturing site of YKK India Private Limited. The facility is expected to be completed by February 2028 and represents an investment of approximately USD 150 million, covering land, buildings, machinery and equipment.

C&S strengthens its governance to support its evolution

C&S announces the appointment of Marco Lucietti to its Board of Directors. With extensive international experience across the textile and denim industries, Lucietti will work alongside CEO Federico Corneli, contributing to the company’s managerial development, organizational structure and long-term strategic direction.