#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.

Indorama Ventures enables brands to scale circular textiles through proven, traceable supply chains

Indorama Ventures, a global leader in recycled polyester staple fibers and filament yarns, will exhibit at Textiles Recycling Expo in Brussels on June 24–25. At the event, the company will show how brands and textile manufacturers can build traceable, circular textile supply chains by working with proven partners who deliver recycled materials on an industrial scale.

RECOVER™ launches Recover™ Yarns to accelerate recycled cotton uptake

Recover™, a leading materials science company and one of the world’s largest producers of recycled cotton fiber, today announces the launch of Recover™ Yarns, a curated portfolio of ready-to-use yarn solutions designed to accelerate the adoption of recycled cotton across the apparel supply chain.

Barmag and Hitech Automation enter into partnership for an auto-doff system for texturing machines

Barmag (Suzhou) Technology Co., Ltd. and Hitech Automation Solutions PVT LTD. of Surat, India, have agreed to an exclusive partnership to jointly market Hitech’s Doffmatic automation solution for Barmag’s proven manual eFK texturing machines. In many texturing facilities, manual doffing processes remain heavily operator-dependent – resulting in issues such as increased scrap, inconsistent quality, and limited productivity.

Uster’s new Recycling Opening Index guides spinners to the perfect blend

Uster AFIS 6 now offers the key data for better decisions when blending recycled fibers. Process control is decisive in determining the quality and economic outcome. The new R Recycling Module of AFIS 6 introduces the Recycling Opening Index (ROI), so spinners can optimize their circularity credentials. It was officially launched at ITM 2026 in Istanbul, Türkiye.