Rieter, the world’s leading supplier of systems for manufacturing yarn from staple fibres, has reported a sales figure of CHF 336.2 million for the first half of 2025, marking a 20% decline compared to CHF 421.0 million in the same period last year. The order intake also dropped by 12% to CHF
Saurer’s Autocoro 11 is redefining rotor spinning with its revolutionary technology for spinning even the shortest recycled fibres. With increased global focus on circular manufacturing and stricter environmental regulations, the demand for recycling in textile production is increasing. Saurer anticipated this trend and has developed multiple features displayed in
Producing high-quality yarn from recycled fibers poses unique technical and process challenges, as highlighted during a recent panel discussion hosted by Uster Technologies at its headquarters. The event brought together experts from Rieter, Säntis Textiles, Otto Yarns, and TVU, who emphasized the importance of technology, data, and collaboration in achieving sustainable
Circular economy leader Reconomy has published a new global strategy paper, Textile EPR Strategy 2030, to help businesses navigate the growing wave of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations in the textile sector. The strategy outlines a five-year roadmap for adapting to regulatory changes while unlocking opportunities for circular innovation and sustainable
Lululemon has renewed its Mental Wellbeing Global Advisory Board for the 2025–26 term, reinforcing its commitment to holistic wellbeing. The move follows the 2024 Global Wellbeing Report, which revealed mental wellbeing has remained stagnant for four years, with 44% of people citing societal pressures as a key challenge. Chaired by Susan Gelinas, Lululemon’s Chief People
The European Union’s textile and clothing (T&C) industry remained under pressure in the first quarter of 2025, with modest signs of optimism in the textile segment overshadowed by persistent weakness in clothing. According to the latest industry data, turnover dropped by 2.4% in textiles and 2.3% in clothing year-on-year, with production declines across the
Aarti Jhunjhunwala, Executive Director at Fineotex Chemical Limited, has been honoured by the Textile Commissioner, Roop Rashi Mahapatra, and the Bharat Merchants’ Chamber for her exemplary contribution to modernising the textile chemicals sector. As a second-generation leader, Jhunjhunwala expressed deep gratitude for the recognition, dedicating the award to her
India’s textile diplomacy received a strategic boost as Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, embarked on a high-level visit to Japan, aiming to deepen bilateral collaboration and position India as a key sourcing and manufacturing partner. During his visit, the Minister engaged with top Japanese industry leaders, including executives from Fast Retailing, Daiso
Brückner Textile Technologies, headquartered in Leonberg, Germany, has announced the opening of its new subsidiary, Brückner Textile India Pvt. Ltd., in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in the company’s longstanding global expansion and deepens its commitment to the Indian textile industry. With this new entity, Brückner aims to
Launched in 2021, the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles has emerged as a transformative initiative, propelling India’s textile industry toward global competitiveness. Operational from 24th September 2021 to 31st March 2030, the scheme offers financial incentives over five years to bolster manufacturing in Manmade Fibre (MMF) apparel, fabrics, and





















