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Fibre

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

Textile Insights March 6, 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

Industry

Nigeria Sets Ambitious Plans to Revive Its Textile Industry

Textile Insights March 5, 2025

The Nigerian government is ramping up efforts to revive its once-thriving textile industry, recognizing its potential to drive economic growth, create jobs, and preserve the nation’s cultural heritage. Once a leading sector in Africa, Nigeria’s textile industry employed millions and significantly contributed to the country’s GDP. However, years of policy inconsistencies,

Corporates

Recover Appoints Hans Ploos van Amstel As Executive Chairman Of Board Of Directors

Textile Insights March 2, 2025

Recover, the leading materials science company and large‑scale producer of sustainable, high‑quality recycled cotton fibre and cotton fibre blends, has announced the appointment of Hans Ploos van Amstel as Executive Chairman of its Board of Directors. Hans brings over three decades of global financial expertise and a proven track record of driving transformative growth

Product Launch & Innovation

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 […]

Industry

Epson Opens Innovation Centre And Launches Textile Academy In UK

Textile Insights March 2, 2025

Epson has inaugurated a new Innovation Centre in Lutterworth, Leicestershire, UK, alongside launching its first-ever Textile Academy, aimed at inspiring young designers and students to contribute to a more sustainable textile industry. To mark the occasion, textile design students from Nottingham Trent University (NTU) participated in a one-day workshop, where they printed

Event

TrusTrace, adidas, Tapestry, And TECHSTYLER Lead The Charge Towards Honest Marketing And Circularity At SXSW 2025

Textile Insights March 2, 2025

Pioneering a new era in sustainable fashion, TrusTrace, adidas, and Tapestry are set to headline a thought-provoking panel at SXSW 2025, titled “Honest Marketing and Circularity: A New Era for Fashion.” This session will explore the importance of transparent data in guiding consumers toward environmentally conscious purchases and the transformative role of

Event

VIATT 2025 Features Products & Solutions Across Textile & Garment Supply Chain

Textile Insights March 2, 2025

The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT 2025) opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre in Ho Chi Minh City on February 26 and provided a hub for suppliers and buyers across the textile value chain to explore collaboration opportunities. Organised by the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency under the […]

Corporates

Indorama Ventures Earns EcoVadis Platinum Medal For Sustainability Excellence

Textile Insights March 2, 2025

Indorama Ventures Public Company Ltd, a global leader in sustainable chemicals, has once again demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by earning the prestigious Platinum Medal from EcoVadis for the third time. The company previously received this top distinction in 2021 and 2024. This year, Indorama Ventures achieved an overall score of 81/100, positioning it among

Corporates

PDS Recognized As Great Place To Work And Wins WOW Workplace Award

Textile Insights March 2, 2025

PDS, a global fashion solutions and infrastructure company, has been certified as a Great Place to Work (GPTW) and honoured with the WOW Workplace Award by Jombay, recognizing its commitment to fostering an inclusive and empowering work culture. Pallak Seth, Executive Vice Chairman of PDS, emphasized the company’s people-first approach, stating, “Our culture values,

Corporates

Fast Retailing Earns CDP “A List” Recognition for Third Consecutive Year

Textile Insights March 2, 2025

Fast Retailing Co., Ltd. has been named an “A List” company by CDP, an international non-profit for environmental disclosure, in recognition of its climate change performance and transparent reporting. This marks the third consecutive year the company has received this prestigious rating. CDP’s evaluation process is considered the gold standard for

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