#Yarn & Fiber

2024-08-08

63rd Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress & 4th Innovation Days discuss key industry issues in September

The 63rd Dornbirn GFC 2024 is all about the energy transition and presents innovative solutions for the textile industry. The presentations on energy solutions during the three-day congress will begin with a plenary lecture on the opening day.

Dornbirn GFC is an important meeting place of the textile industry © 2024 Dornbirn GFC

The energy transition: a burden for the industry or an opportunity for energy innovation?

Rudolf Zauner, VERBUND AG - expert for renewable energies will start the opening day of the Dorbirn GFC with a plenary lecture on this question. With further decarbonization, the transition from fossil fuels to carbon-free and renewable energy sources, energy innovations and sector coupling for advanced and systemic solutions are moving into focus. Rudolf Zauner presents innovative energy solutions from Verbund AG and discusses what can be achieved when the worlds of industry, energy suppliers and start-ups meet and how the competitiveness of industry can be maintained. Franz Zöchbauer, Verbund AG,

on participating in the Dornbirn GFC: "As a leading company in energy technology, we are aware of the importance of innovation and sustainability in the global textile industry. By supporting this congress, we are investing in the future of fiber innovation, which is in line with our own ambitions to promote ecologically sustainable and energy-efficient solutions."

Energy solutions: These innovations are an important step towards a sustainable future:

On Friday, September 13, the topic of energy solutions will be explored in greater depth in a block of presentations in Hall C in collaboration with the Institute of Textile Technology at RWTH Aachen University and its industry partners. The planned session will highlight the intersection of nature, technology and sustainability. Prof. Thomas Gries (Director of the ITA): "These innovations are an important step towards a sustainable future. By integrating natural principles and advanced technologies, we can tackle some of the most pressing energy issues of our time." Details of the presentations are listed in the main program: www.dornbirn-gfc.com

The European policy and regulatory landscape for the textile industry has changed fundamentally!

The Dornbirn GFC also offers its visitors up-to-date information on the EU's plans for new regulations and provisions for the fiber industry. Cornelia Mohor from the European Commission will be a plenary speaker at the Dornbirn GFC on Wednesday, September 11, to provide information on this topic: "A package of EU policies and upcoming regulations is redefining how textile products are manufactured, sold and consumed in the EU. A review of the EU regulation on textile labeling has been initiated. Textile fibers and fiber innovations are an important topic in this planned review".

Update on the Dornbirn GFC 2024:

Visitors can look forward to 125 specialist presentations over three days of the congress. In 2024, the classification of the presentations has been revised so that even more specialist areas in the field of fiber innovations are now covered: Biopoymers, Biomaterials, High Performance and Technologies, Natural Fibers, Surface Treatment, Raw Materials, Nonwovens and Circular Economy and Recycling.

The support of new sponsors offers the Dornbirn GFC additional opportunities to expand the range of products and services on offer to visitors and to maintain the international platform for the future. Thanks go to the following companies: Verbund AG, Vienna (AUT), Heraeus Precious Metals GmbH & Co. KG, Hanau (GER) and MP Corporate Finance GbmH, Vienna (AUT). Matthias W. Gluth: "The current booking situation shows us that visitor interest in the Dornbirn GFC is unbroken. We greatly appreciate this, especially in view of the current difficult economic situation. Special thanks also go to all the speakers, whose expertise and high quality standards create the basis for an outstanding congress."

Combined ticket:

Dornbirn GFC, Kulturhaus, Dornbirn from September 11 - 13, 2024 Dornbirn GFC online on demand from September 16 - 30, 2024 (presentations as video and the presentations for download as pfd file)

Information + main program: www.dornbirn-gfc.com

GFC Dornbirn 2025: From carbon to circular - join the transformation

The Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress (GFC) returns from September 10–12, 2025, bringing together over 100 expert speakers, leading innovators, and global stakeholders for a focused and energizing program in Dornbirn, Austria. As global challenges mount—from decarbonization pressures to shifting markets—this year’s congress reaffirms its role as a key platform for forward-looking solutions and collaborative progress.

Pre-programme Rreleased: Dornbirn-GFC 2025 unveils key topics and international highlights

The wait is over – the pre-programme for the 64th Dornbirn-GFC is now available online, setting the stage for one of the most important global events in fiber innovation and textile research. The 2025 congress will take place from September 10–12 in Dornbirn, Austria, and promises more than 100 expert lectures from industry, academia, and research institutes, presented in parallel across three lecture halls.

Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress 2025 issues call for innovative papers

The Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress (GFC) has announced an open call for papers, inviting researchers, industry experts, and manufacturers from around the world to submit groundbreaking ideas for its 64th annual event. Scheduled for September 10-12, 2025, in Dornbirn, Austria, the congress will serve as a dynamic platform for showcasing advancements poised to shape the fiber and textile industries’ future.

Dornbirn-GFC 2024: Innovations for a Sustainable Textile Future

In lease than one week, the 63rd Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress (Dornbirn-GFC), set to take place from September 11-13, 2024, in Dornbirn, Austria, is shaping up to be a pivotal event for the global textile industry. As the largest fiber innovation congress in the world, the Dornbirn-GFC once again serves as a crucial platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and inspiration. This year, over 125 international speakers from industry and research will present groundbreaking innovations in the fiber and textile sectors, reflecting the major transformations currently shaping the industry.

Better, faster, bio-based: Functional new Plastic alternatives

How can new bio-based and biohybrid materials with improved features be developed faster? Six Fraunhofer institutes are jointly exploring this question in the SUBI²MA flagship project, using an innovative bio-based polyamide developed by Fraunhofer researchers as a model. Its specific properties make it a promising alternative to fossil-based plastics.

T-CAN – Revolutionizing can transport

In virtually all spinning mills, transporting sliver cans is still done manually. Rising labor costs, lack of operators and increasing quality requirements make this a growing challenge. With T-CAN, Trützschler introduces a practical solution: a fully automated can transport system that will be presented live at ITMA ASIA 2025 in Singapore.

Francois Guetat joins Suominen as COO

Francois Guetat brings over two decades of global experience in operations, supply chain, and manufacturing excellence. Most recently, he served as SVP of Integrated Supply Chain at Kalmar, where he led business across sourcing, manufacturing, logistics and strategy. His leadership has been shaped by 22 years at Volvo, where he held key roles in Sweden, USA, and Poland.

DuPont™ Nomex® plant in Asturias receives ISCC PLUS certification

DuPont announced today that its Nomex® production facility in Tamón, Asturias, has received International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC PLUS) certification. This achievement underscores DuPont's commitment to advancing its sustainability goals and building capabilities to provide reliable Nomex® solutions from sustainable raw materials worldwide.

From concept to stage: Submit presentations for the Techtextil Forum and Texprocess Forum 2026 now

Anyone who wants to contribute to shaping the future of the textile industry can submit a presentation for the Techtextil and Texprocess Forum by 15 December 2025. Both stages represent innovation and practical solutions and promote exchange between research and industry. An international Programme Committee selects the contributions and curates a programme on key future topics in the textile sector. From 21 to 24 April 2026, the two leading trade fairs will once again be the centre of global business dialogue in Frankfurt.