Om Tex Chem now known as Om Tex Silicones has announced the renewal of its prestigious Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certification. This reaffirmation underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding products and services while championing environmental
In a recent board meeting held on November 24, 2023, Ganesha Ecosphere Ltd deliberated on the future prospects of its rPET chips project. The board acknowledged the potential need for further capacity addition based on engagements with customers. Subsequently, the board approved the following proposals, pending regulatory approvals and shareholder consent: Preferential
Yunus Textiles has introduced its newest sustainable initiative – two state-of-the-art wind turbines, boasting a collective capacity of 9.6 MW. This milestone underscores the company commitment to reducing emissions by a substantial 18,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, equivalent to the positive environmental impact of 108,000 mature trees. Yunus Textiles continues to lead the
Murata Machinery Ltd (Textile Machinery Div.) showcased VORTEX 870 EX at the ITMA Asia exhibition, drawing attention for its excellence since its release. Demonstrations spotlight the spinning of recycled polyester, catering to the rising demand for sustainable practices. One standout feature is the “Core-Color” presented by Muratec, a pioneering proposal for
The first batch of Itema’s R9500EVO rapier weaving machines is en route to Spain, marking the debut of the EVO range in high-end furnishing and home decoration fabrics. After a successful launch at ITMA 2023, the market has recognized R9500EVO as a game-changer. Itema provides weavers worldwide with cutting-edge solutions that not only meet but […]
Epic Group was recently honoured with the “Sustainable Corporate (Environmental) – Outstanding Award” at the Standard Chartered Corporate Achievement Awards 2023. The event, organized by Standard Chartered Bank and Hong Kong Economic Journal, recognizes outstanding achievements in corporate sustainability. The award underscores Epic Group’s
Santoni Shanghai Knitting Machinery has received regulatory approval from the Chinese government for its proposed acquisition of Terrot GmbH, a leading manufacturer of circular knitting machines in Germany. “The integration of Terrot into the Santoni ecosystem is projected to increase Santoni’s production capacity and boost its market share,” the Santoni Shanghai said in a
CEMATEX, the European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers, has officially become a corresponding member of EURATEX, the European Apparel and Textile Confederation. This strategic alliance marks a significant step toward fostering stronger cooperation within the textile sector. EURATEX and CEMATEX jointly aim to address and dismantle the existing fragmentation in
VF Corp, the marketer of clothing brands like Timberland, The North Face and Vans, has increased sourcing of recycled polyester to 40% in fiscal 2022. “This is an improvement from 36% in fiscal 2021 and in the process has attained 80% of its target to use 50% recycled polyester by fiscal 2026,” VF said in […]
Monforts engineering know-how were called upon to meet the complex and unusual specifications for a recent installation of a new Montex 8500 stenter line at Curt Bauer’s plant in Germany. Curt Bauer opted for the new Montex 8500 line with a working width of 3.2 metres equipped with the MonforClean heat recovery and exhaust air […]




















