#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 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.

Sustainable embroidery materials and digital finishing attract attention at GUNOLD booth

More exhibition space, more visitors, and a high level of international participation: GUNOLD’s concept for this year’s Texprocess 2026, which took place in Frankfurt am Main from April 21 to 24, 2026, was a complete success. “Our decision to showcase our entire product range alongside application examples and expert tips was very well received,” says Marketing Director Stephan Gunold, delighted with the positive outcome of the trade show. The focus was particularly on the Stockstadt-based company’s sustainable products as well as its laser, engraving, and sublimation services.

Mario Jorge Machado re-elected President of EURATEX

The EURATEX General Assembly has re-elected Mario Jorge Machado as President of EURATEX, renewing its confidence in his leadership at a crucial moment for the European textile and clothing industry. The sector is facing rising costs, global competitive pressure and an increasingly challenging transition towards sustainability and digitalisation.

ITM 2026 makes happy participants with its international and qualified visitor profile

ITM 2026 International Textile Machinery Exhibition, one of the most prestigious meeting points of the textile machinery sector, attracted attention in its first three days, particularly with its diverse international visitor numbers. Industry professionals from all over the world had the opportunity to closely examine the latest technology machines and solutions displayed in operation. Thousands of visitors from approximately 100 countries, primarily Egypt, Pakistan, India, Uzbekistan, Syria, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia, met at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center for new investment and cooperation opportunities.

KARL MAYER presents a textile TEXTRONIC® innovation at ITM 2026

With highly efficient machines and continuous textile innovations, KARL MAYER underscores its role as a reliable partner for discerning top-tier customers. Just in time for ITM 2026 in Istanbul, the industry leader is introducing a true innovation: an eyelash lace with its characteristic fringed look – combined with a previously unattainable 4-way stretch. While the established fabric could until now only be produced as rigid version or with one-dimensional stretch, the new elasticity in both dimensions expands the possibilities for cross-band panel fabrics.