Product Launch & Innovation

Kyoto Researchers Develop PFAS And Tio₂ Free Technology For White, Water-Repellent Materials

Textile Insights September 16, 2026

Researchers at Kyoto University’s Institute for Integrated Cell-Material Sciences (iCeMS) have developed a foam-based technology that can produce brilliant white materials and water-repellent surfaces without using titanium dioxide (TiO₂) pigments or fluorinated chemicals known as PFAS.

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BAM Launches Circular Any Weather Mac Designed For Long-Term Use

Textile Insights September 16, 2026

BAM has introduced its Any Weather Mac, a lightweight longline outerwear piece designed to combine weather protection, versatility and circularity. The mac features a slightly sporty silhouette with hidden cinching and adjustable cuff details, allowing wearers to customise the fit. Designed for rainy commutes, outdoor walks and changeable weather conditions, the coat is

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Algae Scope Develops Seaweed-Based Alternative To PFAS In Textiles

Textile Insights September 9, 2026

Venice-based start-up Algae Scope has developed a bio-based additive made from residual seaweed biomass that can provide water and fire repellent properties to textiles, offering a potential alternative to PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals”. PFAS are widely used in textile and other industrial applications to provide resistance to water, stains and fire. However,

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KARL MAYER Expands RDJ Series With New E 32-Gauge Machine

Textile Insights August 27, 2026

KARL MAYER has expanded its RDJ range of highly flexible double needle bar raschel machines with the new RDJ 6/2 in E 32 gauge, offering enhanced design possibilities, fine structures and high comfort for high-performance sports and casual footwear. Spacer fabrics produced on double needle bar raschel machines with Jacquard technology are increasingly being used […]

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Novonesis Launches Denibrite Platform For Lower-Impact Denim Bleaching

Textile Insights August 19, 2026

Novonesis has launched DeniBrite, a consolidated biobleaching platform for denim that brings together its enzymatic bleaching solutions to help formulators and laundries create a range of denim finishes while addressing growing requirements around process performance, chemical management and sustainability. The launch comes as denim manufacturers face increasing pressure

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GI & Beyond 2.0 Launches Digital Platform For Handloom Growth

Textile Insights August 11, 2026

The Ministry of Textiles has unveiled the Digital Handloom Atlas – One Platform. Endless Markets, a new digital platform aimed at enhancing the visibility and market reach of India’s handloom products, including Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged textiles, during the GI & Beyond 2.0 Summit in New Delhi. Organised by the Office of the Development Commissioner

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Antler General Industries Unveils New Chemical Solutions At Colombo Product Launch

Textile Insights August 10, 2026

Antler General Industries showcased its latest innovations at an exclusive product launch held at Shangri-La Colombo on July 23 under the theme “Formulated for the Future.” The event brought together customers, industry partners and local and international guests to highlight the company’s expanding portfolio of advanced chemical solutions and its vision

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Karl Mayer Launches RDJ 7/3 For Spacer Fabrics

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

Karl Mayer has introduced the RDJ 7/3, a new Jacquard Double Needle Bar Raschel machine designed to meet the evolving demands of the athletic and casual footwear market. Featuring three jacquard bars, the machine offers unprecedented design flexibility, enabling manufacturers to create highly functional and visually striking spacer fabrics for a wide range of applications.

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Grasim Develops Livaeco Based Scuba Knit Fabric For Sustainable Performance Wear

Textile Insights August 3, 2026

Grasim Industries’ Pulp & Fibre business, through its Textile Research and Development Centre (TRADC), has developed an innovative Scuba Knit fabric made with Livaeco regenerated cellulosic fibres, offering a sustainable alternative for the rapidly growing performance and athleisure apparel segment. Scuba fabric is a premium engineered knit valued for its smooth

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DuPont Launches Tyvek APX Protective Fabric In ASEAN Market

Textile Insights July 9, 2026

DuPont has launched its next-generation Tyvek APX protective fabric in the ASEAN market at Thailand Safe@Work 2026 in Bangkok, introducing an advanced material designed to deliver enhanced breathability without compromising protection or durability. Developed through scientific research and customer collaboration, Tyvek APX is engineered to improve worker comfort by