Sustainability

Nanollose Unveils World’s First Wearable Garment Made From Liquid Waste

Textile Insights May 10, 2025

Australian biomaterial technology company Nanollose Ltd (ASX: NC6) has achieved a world first by creating a wearable fashion garment from liquid waste, using its Tree-Free Rayon fibre, Nullarbor, derived from sustainable coconut industry waste. This breakthrough represents a significant

Machinery

Orange O Tec Installs First Ever Homer K24 At Macrofast In South India

Textile Insights May 10, 2025

In a landmark move for South India’s textile sector, Orange O Tec has successfully installed its first-ever Homer K24 digital textile printing machine at Macrofast, a pioneer in organic fabric and apparel manufacturing since 1984. This strategic collaboration not only enhances Macrofast’s production capabilities but also establishes Orange O Tec’s strong presence in South

Corporates

Trützschler India Relocates To Ultra-Modern Manufacturing Plant In Sanand

Textile Insights May 10, 2025

Trützschler India celebrated the grand opening of its state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Sanand, near Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This strategic relocation from the previous site in Ahmedabad to the new facility is set to enhance operational efficiency, sustainability and innovation. The Trützschler and Schürenkrämer families, along with the Trützschler Group management team

Corporates

The Proven Performance, Reliability And Quality Of Zimmer’s Chromojet And Colaris Systems Have Been Key Contributors To Our Success: Dharmesh Shah

Textile Insights May 10, 2025

Dharmesh Textiles Ltd is a well-established company in the textile industry, known for its high-quality carpet manufacturing. Established in 1985, the company boasts over thirty years of expertise and has earned global acclaim for its custom carpets. Located in Bhiwani, Haryana, Dharmesh Textiles offers a diverse range of products, including non-woven carpets, tufted

Corporates

Solena Materials Raises US$ 6.7 Million To Scale Up Sustainable Protein Fibre Production

Textile Insights May 9, 2025

Solena Materials, a biomaterials company pioneering the development of high-performance, sustainable protein fibres for clothing, has raised $6.7 million in a seed funding round. The investment is backed by Sir David Harding, SynBioVen, and Insempra. Founded in 2022 as a spinout from Imperial College London by Dr. James MacDonald, Prof. Paul Freemont, and Prof. Milo […]

Corporates

Alok Industries Partners With Rieter India For Complete Compact Spinning System To Boost Yarn Quality And Efficiency

Textile Insights May 9, 2025

Strategic modernization initiative strengthens Alok’s commitment to world-class manufacturing Alok Industries Ltd, a leading name in India’s textile sector and backed by Reliance Industries Ltd., has entered into a strategic agreement with Rieter India Pvt. Ltd. for the supply and installation of a complete compact spinning system. The signing ceremony took place in

Sustainability

Environmental Groups Urge UK & EU To Strengthen Climate And Environmental Cooperation

Textile Insights May 9, 2025

Ahead of the upcoming UK-EU Summit on 19th May, 28 environmental and public health organisations from both sides of the Channel have jointly called for a renewed partnership that strengthens climate and environmental cooperation. Led by the European Environmental Bureau (EEB), the coalition is urging UK and EU leaders to ensure that the reset in […]

Corporates

NITRA and CSIR-NBRI Sign MoU To Explore Milkweed As Sustainable Textile Fibre

Textile Insights May 9, 2025

The Northern India Textile Research Association (NITRA), Ghaziabad, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow, to explore the potential of milkweed (Asclepias) as a sustainable natural fibre for the textile industry. Announced in the presence of Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh, the

Sustainability

Kering Unveils First Water-Positive Strategy, Targets Net Positive Impact By 2050

Textile Insights May 9, 2025

Luxury group Kering has announced its first dedicated Water-Positive Strategy, aiming to achieve a Net Water-Positive Impact across its operations by 2050, with measurable outcomes in key regions by 2035. The move marks a significant milestone in the company’s science-based sustainability agenda, introduced shortly after Earth Day 2025. Recognizing the deep

Sustainability

Global Spotlight On Fashion Waste As Millions Mark Zero Waste Day

Textile Insights May 9, 2025

The International Day of Zero Waste, observed annually on March 30, saw widespread global participation this year, with over 240 events held across countries and more than 630,000 people engaging in online conversations. The day brought renewed focus to the environmental and social impact of the fashion and textile sector, with exhibitions, hackathons and awareness […]