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BASF Launches First Commercial Loopamid Plant For Recycled Polyamide 6

Textile Insights March 29, 2025

Shanghai facility to produce 500 metric tonnes annually, certified under GRS BASF has commenced operations at the world’s first commercial loopamid plant at its Caojing site in Shanghai, China. With an annual capacity of 500 metric tonnes, the facility marks a significant step toward

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Archroma Introduces AVITERA RASPBERRY SE For Enhanced Sustainability In Dark Shades

Textile Insights March 18, 2025

Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals and sustainable solutions, has expanded its AVITERA SE Generation Next platform with the launch of AVITERA RASPBERRY SE. This innovative trichromatic red dye allows mills to achieve deep and extra-dark shades with enhanced fastness, lower processing costs and improved sustainability. The new dye was introduced as part of

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ACIMIT Launches ‘The Heritage’ Website Showcasing Century Of Italian Textile Machinery

Textile Insights March 11, 2025

ACIMIT (Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers) and the Italian Trade Agency have launched “The Heritage,” a virtual exhibition that chronicles over a century of Italian textile machinery history. Supported by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, this digital platform extends the photographic journey initially

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CMAI Launches SU.RE Website & Supply Chain Directory To Boost Sustainable Fashion

Textile Insights March 11, 2025

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has launched the SU.RE website and the SU.RE Sustainable Supply Chain Directory, marking a significant step toward sustainable fashion in India. The platform connects over 600 verified vendors across key categories, including fabric manufacturers, recyclers, sustainable packaging experts, and certification bodies,

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Easy Cut Studio Now Compatible with Siser Romeo, Siser Juliet And LOKLiK iCraft Vinyl Cutters

Textile Insights March 9, 2025

EasyCut has launched the latest version of Easy Cut Studio, now supporting Siser Romeo, Siser Juliet, and LOKLiK iCraft vinyl cutters. This update enhances workflow efficiency with new features, optimizations and bug fixes. The LOKLiK iCraft, a 13-inch smart craft cutter, offers 5X cutting force, precise cutting, low noise and compatibility with various materials like […]

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Metsä Spring Highlights Kuura’s Lower Carbon Footprint Among Textile Fibres

Textile Insights March 9, 2025

Backed by a recent third-party assessment, Metsä Spring is promoting the competitiveness of its Kuura textile fibre against viscose, lyocell and cotton. Made from softwood Kraft pulp instead of dissolving pulp, Kuura has been found to have a significantly lower environmental impact. A life cycle assessment by Etteplan, reviewed by the RISE Research Institutes of […]

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Hohenstein And DuPont Develop Innovative Testing Methods For Soft Ballistic Inserts

Textile Insights March 2, 2025

Testing laboratory Hohenstein and DuPont have joined forces to create three innovative and reliable test methods for soft ballistic inserts. Maximizing the comfort and mobility of body armor, such as bulletproof vests, is critical for the performance and endurance of law enforcement and military personnel. The new methods bridge the gap between traditional testing and […]

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Avantium Develops Breakthrough Solution For Polycotton Textile Waste Recycling

Textile Insights February 24, 2025

Dutch company Avantium N.V., a leader in renewable and circular polymer materials, has developed a patented solution for recycling polycotton textile waste, addressing one of the biggest challenges in textile recycling. Avantium’s innovative technology uses hydrochloric acid to break down the cotton component of polycotton fabric into glucose, while leaving the polyester

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VIP Clothing Expands Into Goa, Launches ‘Frenchie X’ In Select Stores

Textile Insights February 20, 2025

In a strategic expansion move, leading Indian innerwear brand VIP Clothing has entered Goa’s retail market. To mark this launch, its popular collection, ‘Frenchie X,’ became available in select stores across the state on February 18, 2025. With this expansion, VIP Clothing aims to enhance accessibility to premium yet affordable innerwear, reaching a wider audience. […]

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HimGra Expands Globally, Wins Textile Startup Grand Challenge Award At Bharat Tex 2025

Textile Insights February 19, 2025

HimGra, India’s pioneering sustainable textile innovation, has achieved a major milestone at Bharat Tex 2025 by winning the Textile Startup Grand Challenge Award from the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. The award recognizes HimGra’s leadership in sustainability, innovation, and socio-economic impact. At Bharat Tex 2025, HimGra announced its global expansion