DuPont has introduced a more sustainable version of its flagship protective coverall, unveiling Tyvek 500 Xpert BioCircle, a disposable garment made using fabric attributed to 100% bio-circular feedstock, without compromising on protection or performance. Designed for health and safety
As fast fashion continues to accelerate production cycles and fuel textile waste, researchers at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) are developing advanced materials that could significantly extend garment lifespans and reduce environmental impact. Led by Prof. Jiun-Tai Chen, Dean of the College of Science, NYCU’s Optoelectronic Polymer Research Group has
Pine needles that carpet Saxony’s forests have long been treated as waste, left to rot on the forest floor. Now, researchers at the West Saxon University of Applied Sciences Zwickau (WHZ) are transforming this overlooked resource into sustainable textiles. Under the ConFiTex project, the team is developing fully compostable yarn made from locally sourced conifer […]
Groz-Beckert, a global leader in industrial machine needles, precision components, and textile systems, recently hosted a specialized customer event in Ichalkaranji, introducing its new Reed Portfolio aimed at enhancing weaving performance and productivity in the Indian market. The event, titled Advancing Weaving Excellence – Reed Portfolio Launch, brought together around
The textile industry has always been one of the most creative yet competitive sectors in manufacturing. From soft cotton fabrics to heavy-duty industrial materials, quality and strength define a brand’s reliability. A beautiful fabric means little if a button snaps or a seam tears after a few washes. That’s why textile testing has become essential […]
Recover, a leading materials science company and one of the world’s largest producers of recycled cotton fibre, has announced the launch of Recover Fabrics, a new line of premium, low-impact textiles designed to make sustainable fabric adoption easier for brands of all sizes from global retailers to emerging labels. Developed to streamline the shift toward […]
The National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM), under the Ministry of Textiles, has supported the development of three indigenous instruments to test convective, radiant and contact heat resistance in protective textiles. The systems, developed by the Northern India Textile Research Association (NITRA), mark a major step toward self-reliant testing capabilities in India’s
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has introduced a new framework under its Field Partner Program pilot to formally recognize verified regenerative farming practices and measurable sustainability outcomes among cotton growers. The initiative will enable brands and retailers to source regenerative U.S. cotton with full verification and traceability. The pilot, which is underway
DuPont unveiled Tyvek APX, a new disposable chemical garment fabric, at A+A 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Developed through extensive research and customer collaboration, Tyvek APX is the most advanced evolution of Tyvek to date, offering significantly improved breathability without compromising protection or durability. “Tyvek APX addresses a key challenge in
At ITMA Asia + CITME 2025, WTT International is showcasing a breakthrough in small-scale water recovery technology, a compact RO system capable of achieving 90% water recovery, a feat never before accomplished in a small-sized unit. The new innovation of WTT termed RO perfectly embodies the company’s spirit of solving real-world water challenges through smart […]






















