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The research could result in garments that can power mobile phones and more Bath, England – Scientists have found a way to produce nylon fibers …
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Textile made from ocean waste intros under Duvaltex, Steelcase partnership
The fabric, called Intersection, is created using post-consumer recycled polyester Seaqual yarn Quebec City, Quebec – A textile that comes from transforming ocean waste is …
Read More »Kelheim Fibres Partner of ETP in Bio-Based Fibres and Circular Economy programs
The Bavarian viscose speciality fibres manufacturer Kelheim Fibres has partnered with the European Technology Platform for the Future of Textiles and Clothing (ETP) in two …
Read More »Polish hemp firm raises $1.1 mn, to produce textiles
Polish hemp grower Kombinat Konopny recently raised 4.2 million zloty ($1.1 million) in an online fundraising campaign, reportedly breaking a record for the most money …
Read More »Tackling coronavirus with meltblown and spunbond technologies
Protective equipment demands high-end nonwoven products Neumünster, Germany, 19 November 2020 – Since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, the worldwide demand for protective masks …
Read More »Creating Sustainable Value, From Plantation to Fashion
APR Releases Inaugural Sustainability Progress Report Jakarta, 16 November 2020 – Asia Pacific Rayon (APR) has released its inaugural Sustainability Progress Report covering the first …
Read More »US synthetic yarn makers file petitions against 4 nations
Two major US synthetic yarn producers–Unifi Manufacturing and Nan Ya Plastics Corporation America–recently filed petitions alleging that dumped imports of polyester textured yarn from Indonesia, …
Read More »Kenya launches commercial growing of transgenic cotton
The Kenyan government has given 16.3 metric tonnes of genetically modified cotton seeds to farmers in the eastern region. The seeds will be distributed to …
Read More »U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol joins the Cotton 2024 coalition
Memphis – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has been recognized by the Cotton 2040 partnership, which is encouraging more sustainably produced cotton. Convened by sustainability …
Read More »SA’s wool and mohair fibre industry on the rise
BY LOUZEL LOMBARD STEYN The fibre industry hopes to regain the glory of its golden days as international buyers and investors set their sights on …
Read More »Sateri Launches Sustainability Vision for 2030
Pledges to Be World’s Leading Net-Positive Fibre Producer 2 November 2020, Shanghai – Sateri, the world’s largest viscose producer, has launched its sustainability vision for …
Read More »MIC SPA ; 60 Different Yarn in 450 Colour With Over 100 Years of Experience
Interview with Tommaso Cumerlato, Chief Sales Officer and shareholder at MIC Passion, Dedication and Yarn ; All by MIC SPA Since 1911 Tommaso Cumerlato, the fourth …
Read More »Lycra anti-slip fibre takes centre stage at Kingpins24
The Lycra Company will debut its denim innovation, Lycra anti-slip fibre, during Kingpins24-Amsterdam online event. Each day of virtual expo will explore different theme impacting …
Read More »Mohair South Africa Partner With Oritain To Verify The Origin Of The World’s Mohair
LONDON — October, 2020 — Mohair South Africa, the industry body for mohair in South Africa, has increased its commitment to sustainable mohair by partnering …
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