Textile News
- Neumag BCF Technology Demonstrates The Potential For Carpet-To-Carpet RecyclingNEUMÜNSTER, Germany — June 25, 2026 — In a joint project with Object Carpet GmbH, Denkendorf; the Institute for Textile Technology (ITA), Augsburg; and Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen GmbH (NGR), Feldkirchen, Austria, Barmag investigated the processing of recycled polyester for BCF yarn. The goal was to evaluate the fundamental suitability of 100% recycled carpet material for […]
- ITMA 2027 Gains Strong Momentum: Emerging Innovators Find A Global Launchpad At ITMA 2027BRUSSELS — June 23, 2026 — In line with the theme “Co-creating the future of textiles”, ITMA continues to strengthen its support for start-ups, recognising their role in driving innovation and shaping the future of textile and garment manufacturing. Through the Start-Up Valley, emerging companies gain access to a global marketplace where they can connect […]
- Footwear Innovation Enabled By Warp Knitting Technology – Insights From New BalanceOBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — June 25, 2026 — The future of the athletic shoe is increasingly being shaped on warp knitting machines. For KARL MAYER, the footwear industry is one of the most important growth markets – and one of the sectors where innovative textiles can realize their full potential. In his keynote address at the […]
- Nester Hosiery Awarded U.S. Army And U.S. Marine Corps Cold Weather Sock ContractsMOUNT AIRY, N.C. — June 25, 2026 — Nester Hosiery, a U.S.-based manufacturer of high-performance Merino wool socks, announced today that it has been awarded contracts supporting both the U.S. Army Cold Weather Sock Program and the U.S. Marine Corps Intense Cold Weather Sock Program following the successful novation of the programs from Fox River. […]
- Fairgoers Have Their Say: Sustainable Innovation And Heritage Key To Unlocking New Business At Intertextile Shenzhen 2026SHENZHEN, China — June 26, 2026 — Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics concluded on 11 June, showcasing not only the solutions at the cutting-edge of the fashion industry, but also the quality suppliers and products that have stood the test of time. Hailed by many as a key avenue for textile business in South China, the […]
- Maynards To Conduct Global Webcast Auction Featuring Advanced Manufacturing Assets From Natural Fiber Welding, Inc.PEORIA, IL. — June 26, 2026 — Maynards Group of Companies, a global provider of industrial asset auctions and advisory services, has announced a webcast auction of surplus manufacturing and laboratory assets from Natural Fiber Welding, Inc. (NFW), an innovator in sustainable materials technology. The auction will take place on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, with […]
- Yarn Expo Shenzhen 2026 Closes Doors, Advancing Sustainable And Innovative Sourcing In South ChinaSHENZHEN, China— June 29, 2026 — Yarn Expo Shenzhen 2026 served as a strategically positioned mid-year sourcing platform for the Greater Bay Area, highlighting Shenzhen’s role in connecting regional demand, supply and innovation exchange across the textile value chain. During the three-day fair, over 20,000 visits were drawn from 74 countries and regions, as exhibitors […]
- RE&UP Establishes Fiber Club Consortium To Scale Next-Gen Material SourcingEINDHOVEN, The Netherlands — June 25, 2026 — Shifting the paradigm of fashion sustainability from isolated capsule collections to structural, industrial-scale reality, RE&UP announced the official launch of RE&UP and its Fiber Club. This landmark initiative introduces a collaborative consortium framework, originally developed as an umbrella framework by innovation platform Fashion for Good, designed to […]
- Understanding the Impact of U.S. Cotton ProductionAs expectations rise for brands to substantiate sustainability claims with reliable data, Cotton Incorporated’s 2026 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of U.S. Cotton Fiber Production can help companies align sourcing decisions with decarbonization strategies, regulatory requirements, and sustainability reporting. This study examines how cotton’s environmental impacts are measured and where meaningful improvements can be made […]
- Thomas Jefferson University Announces Creation Of Three New Colleges To Advance Future-Focused Academic Strategy — Announces The New College Of Fashion & TextilesPHILADELPHIA, PA — June 24, 2026 — When the 2026-27 academic year starts, Thomas Jefferson University will feature three new colleges as part of a strategy designed for growth, support of a long-term vision, and a shifting professional world. Effective July 1, the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce will transform into the College […]
Textile News
- Neumag BCF Technology Demonstrates The Potential For Carpet-To-Carpet RecyclingNEUMÜNSTER, Germany — June 25, 2026 — In a joint project with Object Carpet GmbH, Denkendorf; the Institute for Textile Technology (ITA), Augsburg; and Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen GmbH (NGR), Feldkirchen, Austria, Barmag investigated the processing of recycled polyester for BCF yarn. The goal was to evaluate the fundamental suitability of 100% recycled carpet material for […]
- ITMA 2027 Gains Strong Momentum: Emerging Innovators Find A Global Launchpad At ITMA 2027BRUSSELS — June 23, 2026 — In line with the theme “Co-creating the future of textiles”, ITMA continues to strengthen its support for start-ups, recognising their role in driving innovation and shaping the future of textile and garment manufacturing. Through the Start-Up Valley, emerging companies gain access to a global marketplace where they can connect […]
- Footwear Innovation Enabled By Warp Knitting Technology – Insights From New BalanceOBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — June 25, 2026 — The future of the athletic shoe is increasingly being shaped on warp knitting machines. For KARL MAYER, the footwear industry is one of the most important growth markets – and one of the sectors where innovative textiles can realize their full potential. In his keynote address at the […]
- Nester Hosiery Awarded U.S. Army And U.S. Marine Corps Cold Weather Sock ContractsMOUNT AIRY, N.C. — June 25, 2026 — Nester Hosiery, a U.S.-based manufacturer of high-performance Merino wool socks, announced today that it has been awarded contracts supporting both the U.S. Army Cold Weather Sock Program and the U.S. Marine Corps Intense Cold Weather Sock Program following the successful novation of the programs from Fox River. […]
- Fairgoers Have Their Say: Sustainable Innovation And Heritage Key To Unlocking New Business At Intertextile Shenzhen 2026SHENZHEN, China — June 26, 2026 — Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics concluded on 11 June, showcasing not only the solutions at the cutting-edge of the fashion industry, but also the quality suppliers and products that have stood the test of time. Hailed by many as a key avenue for textile business in South China, the […]
- Maynards To Conduct Global Webcast Auction Featuring Advanced Manufacturing Assets From Natural Fiber Welding, Inc.PEORIA, IL. — June 26, 2026 — Maynards Group of Companies, a global provider of industrial asset auctions and advisory services, has announced a webcast auction of surplus manufacturing and laboratory assets from Natural Fiber Welding, Inc. (NFW), an innovator in sustainable materials technology. The auction will take place on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, with […]
- Yarn Expo Shenzhen 2026 Closes Doors, Advancing Sustainable And Innovative Sourcing In South ChinaSHENZHEN, China— June 29, 2026 — Yarn Expo Shenzhen 2026 served as a strategically positioned mid-year sourcing platform for the Greater Bay Area, highlighting Shenzhen’s role in connecting regional demand, supply and innovation exchange across the textile value chain. During the three-day fair, over 20,000 visits were drawn from 74 countries and regions, as exhibitors […]
- RE&UP Establishes Fiber Club Consortium To Scale Next-Gen Material SourcingEINDHOVEN, The Netherlands — June 25, 2026 — Shifting the paradigm of fashion sustainability from isolated capsule collections to structural, industrial-scale reality, RE&UP announced the official launch of RE&UP and its Fiber Club. This landmark initiative introduces a collaborative consortium framework, originally developed as an umbrella framework by innovation platform Fashion for Good, designed to […]
- Understanding the Impact of U.S. Cotton ProductionAs expectations rise for brands to substantiate sustainability claims with reliable data, Cotton Incorporated’s 2026 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of U.S. Cotton Fiber Production can help companies align sourcing decisions with decarbonization strategies, regulatory requirements, and sustainability reporting. This study examines how cotton’s environmental impacts are measured and where meaningful improvements can be made […]
- Thomas Jefferson University Announces Creation Of Three New Colleges To Advance Future-Focused Academic Strategy — Announces The New College Of Fashion & TextilesPHILADELPHIA, PA — June 24, 2026 — When the 2026-27 academic year starts, Thomas Jefferson University will feature three new colleges as part of a strategy designed for growth, support of a long-term vision, and a shifting professional world. Effective July 1, the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce will transform into the College […]