#Yarn & Fiber

2024-07-04

FULGAR presents unique yarn that combines its bio-based origin with exceptional comfort and durability

Fulgar takes another step towards envirnmental sustainability, presenting a latest-generation fibre with superlative technical specifications, designed to give clothing long life and comfort. Q-GEO® is suitable for large-scale ecological production – the ideal yarn to meet the growing demand for green, cutting-edge fabrics.

Over the next few years, the textile sector and the clothing industry in general, will stand out for their use of latest-generation innovative materials with a clear trend towards solutions based on renewable sources. Called “next-gen” materials, they are man-made polymers that offer benefits in terms of recyclability and above all, promote the use of alternatives to fossil sources.

In this way, the fashion industry embraces a model based on more sustainable sources with a smaller environmental impact and is preparing to respond to the growing consumer demand for garments made using innovative, ecological fabrics. Against this background, Fulgar, a cutting-edge Italian company that focusses on innovation and respect for the environment, announces the launch of Q-GEO®, a new bio-based polyamide yarn that is set to revolutionise the textile market. The product opens up new horizons in the world of fibre, marking a significant step forward in Fulgar’s constant search for materials that can combine the benefits of natural fibres with the advanced performance of high-tech yarns.

Q-GEO® offers all the characteristics of a classic polyamide from the point of view of processes and commitment, but differs in that it is bio-based and offers outstanding comfort. Fully 46% of the fibre is produced from bio-based polyamide from not-edible corn that is too old or is no longer suitable for nutritional use. It is obtained from industrial cultivation on land that is not suitable for food crop production. This choice leads to a significant reduction in the environmental footprint, thanks also to reduced water use compared to traditional cotton and lower emissions of greenhouse gases, which are vital in the synthesis of a normal polyamide.

Q-GEO® offers many distinctive technical characteristics. Its biological base gives it a surprising balance between a pleasant feel on the skin and outstanding body humidity management with 50% greater absorbency than a normal polyamide and greater breathability. As for performance, as well as providing the toughness and durability of a normal polyamide it features ultra-rapid drying and flame retardant properties with no additive use.

Q-GEO® is OEKO-TEX® STD 100 CLASS I appendix 6 and DIN CERTCO certified in line with the ASTM D 6866:2022 R.N 8C376 method. An LCA (Life Cycle Assesment) study is also available for this yarn. All these elements confirm the company’s commitment to a transparent, sustainable supply chain.

Fulgar voice at the Milan Fashion Institute

Daniela Antunes, Marketing Manager at Fulgar, participated as an expert speaker at the XVII edition of the Master in Brand & Product Management of the prestigious Milano Fashion Institute, which trains well-rounded professionals capable of managing both the creative and strategic-managerial aspects of the fashion & luxury sector.

Fulgar and Q-CYCLE® feature in the new ALBINI STUDIO A/W 2026/2027 COLLECTION

Textile innovation and sustainability meet once again thanks to Fulgar, the Italian company and leader in the production of man-made fibers, which brings its revolutionary Q-CYCLE® yarn to center stage at Milano Unica, the benchmark trade show for premium fabrics and accessories for men's and women's fashion apparel. This choice is also shared by Albini 1876, a global reference in high-end textiles, which selected the yarn for its new Albini Studio capsule collection debuting for Autumn/Winter 2026/2027.

Fulgar highlighted Q-CYCLE® yarn at Performance Days

Fulgar, a global leader in producing innovative man-made yarns, reaffirms its commitment to a responsible textile supply chain. At Performance Days in Munich, Fulgar’s innovative products went beyond fabrics thanks to its collaboration with NYGUARD, a cutting-edge company in zipper manufacturing, which has chosen Q-CYCLE® technology to offer a more circular solution in the apparel accessories sector.

"We will become a recycling powerhouse"

The textile industry is now in its fourth consecutive year of crisis, while automation, artificial intelligence and recycling are reshaping the rules of the game. In this interview, Rieter CEO Thomas Oetterli discusses the first signs of a market recovery, reflects on his first three years at the helm of the company, explains the integration of Barmag, outlines Rieter’s vision of the fully automated spinning mill and highlights the strategic importance of recycling. In doing so, he explains why the new Rieter Group aims to play a leading role in transforming the textile value chain into a circular economy.

DYNEEMA® and NP Aerospace advance personal protection for military servicewomen

Dyneema®, owned by Avient Corporation, an innovator of materials solutions, is supplying its high-performance unidirectional (UD) materials to world-leading armor manufacturer NP Aerospace, enabling the production of armor systems designed specifically to fit the female body. With 2,000 new armor systems, including 4,000 plates, made in the United Kingdom (UK) and delivered in June 2026, this collaboration addresses a long-standing lack of high-quality personal protection specially built for female defense and security personnel.

Grasim Industries announces fresh investment of ₹3094 Crore to expand Lyocell capacity

Grasim Industries Limited, the flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group and a global leader in cellulosic fibres, today announced an investment of ₹3,094 crore, for Phase II Lyocell capacity of 110K TPA at Harihar, Karnataka. This expansion will consist of 2 lines of 55K TPA (150 Tons per day) each. The first line is expected to be commissioned by 2028, and the second line is expected to be commissioned by 2030.

STOLL: Agreement signed for the divestiture of selected assets

In early 2025, KARL MAYER announced its strategic decision to focus on its core business areas of WARP KNITTING, WARP PREPARATION, and TECHNICAL TEXTILES. As part of this move, the flat knitting machine business under the STOLL brand was discontinued and the production site in Reutlingen was closed in October 2025.

TERNAfil wins first place at PitchMiUp Night 2026 in Minden

The RWTH spin-off TERNAfil has developed MAXCarbon, a new high-performance hybrid fibre that combines the mechanical performance of carbon with the temperature and corrosion resistance of ceramic materials. For this development, TERNAfil was awarded first prize at the PitchMiUp Night in Minden on 21 May 2026.

Carbon-ceramic hybrid fibre proves its worth – NRW Minister for Science Mona Neubaur congratulates ITA start-up TERNAfil

MAXCarbon technology, a novel carbon-ceramic hybrid fibre developed by ITA spin-off TERNAfil, secured third place at the HIGH-TECH.NRW Demo Day on the TÜV NORD campus in Essen. The technology combines the strength of carbon fibres with the temperature and corrosion resistance of ceramic materials. Mona Neubaur, Minister for Science in North Rhine-Westphalia, congratulated the team on their success and on winning prize money of 4,000 euros.