Industry

Solar Thermal Solutions For Textile Industry’s Net-Zero Emission Goal

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

As the textile industry grapples with its significant carbon footprint, the need for low-carbon energy sources is crucial for achieving net-zero emissions. Solar thermal technology, though less prominent than other renewable energy sources, offers a promising alternative for decarbonizing

Product Launch & Innovation

Burberry Unveils Innovative Scarf Made With Brewed Protein Fibre

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

Burberry continues its legacy of textile innovation with the launch of a new blended scarf that incorporates Brewed Protein fibre, a cutting-edge lab-grown material. This introduction not only honours Thomas Burberry’s pioneering spirit—who revolutionized outerwear with the invention of gabardine—but also underscores the brand’s commitment to protection against

Trade & Market

Global Fibre Market Reaches Record Production In 2023

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

The global fibre market experienced a significant surge in 2023, with total production reaching an unprecedented 124 million tonnes, marking a major milestone for the industry. This represents a notable increase from 116 million tonnes in 2022, and more than double the production levels from the year 2000, which stood at 58 million tonnes. These […]

Textile Print

Monster Digital To Expand With 10 Kornit Apollo Systems In 2025

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

Kornit Digital LTD, a global leader in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, announced that Monster Digital is significantly expanding its digital production capabilities with the addition of 10 Kornit Apollo systems in 2025. This move accelerates the company’s ongoing transition from traditional screen printing to digital

Tete-A-Tete

‘The Outlook For India’s Knitting And Processing Industry Is Promising!’

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

The demand for Indian products is growing, especially in fashion-related industries. As fashion requires creativity, design innovation and programming skills, this presents a significant opportunity for young talent in India, offering them interesting and challenging roles beyond repetitive tasks, avers K M Nizar Ali, in conversation with Henry Dsouza, Associate Editor of

Cotton

Premier Digital Launches GOTS-Certified Organic Cotton Fabrics

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

Premier Digital Textiles has launched a range of fully GOTS-certified pigment-coated organic cotton fabrics, starting with the 2327 Eco Bebe Double Gauze. Designed for nursery products like swaddles, bibs, baby sheets and toys, this fabric is part of the company’s commitment to sustainable textile production. Nick Smith, Managing Director of Premier Textiles Group,

Cotton

Spain’s Cotton Area and Production Outlook For MY 2024/25

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

Spain’s cotton area for MY 2024/25 is projected to decline slightly from MY 2023/24, covering just over 51,000 hectares. Although much-needed rains arrived, they were too late to influence expansion plans, as farmers had already set their planting schedules. Majority of cotton in Spain is planted in April. While early planting began in late March […]

Textile Print

Kyocera’s Sustainable Printing Shines At Tokyo Fashion Week

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

Kyocera Document Solutions Inc., under the leadership of President Hironori Ando, provided the Japanese fashion brand TELMA with fabrics printed using their environmentally friendly inkjet textile printer, FOREARTH, which were showcased at Rakuten Fashion Week TOKYO. On Monday, September 2, TELMA held its first-ever runway-style show in Tokyo, with one-third of the 40

Cotton

Heavy Rains Hit Cotton Yields In India & Pakistan

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

In 2024, cotton production across key regions is seeing mixed weather conditions, with heavy rains in the east and drought in the west. While concerns loom over U.S. cotton-producing states like Texas, the global market, including ICE cotton futures, expects overall higher production. However, recent monsoon rains in India and Pakistan could trigger significant price […]

Textile Print

NedGraphics’ Plug-In For Adobe Photoshop Optimizes Design Workflow

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

Textile design demands a unique blend of artistry and technical skill, and the NedGraphics Design Plug-in for Photoshop is here to simplify and enhance that process. This specialized plug-in brings advanced tools to Adobe Photoshop, tailored specifically for textile designers, optimizing every step of the design workflow. Textile design involves intricate tasks like