Textile Print

Xaar And Nazdar Introduce HighV Aqua Series At FESPA Global Conference

Textile Insights June 16, 2024

During the FESPA Global Conference on June 3, Karl Forbes, Group R&D Director at Xaar, showcased how cutting-edge inkjet technologies are revolutionizing aqueous printing in the textile sector. Xaar’s collaboration with global ink developer Nazdar has resulted in the HighV Aqua Series, a

Corporates

Caroline Brown New North Face Brand President; VF Corp Adds Directors

Textile Insights June 12, 2024

Caroline Brown appointed Global Brand President of The North Face®, succeeding Nicole Otto, effective June 10, 2024. Mindy Grossman and Kirk Tanner appointed as independent directors on VF Board, effective May 30, 2024. Brown resigns as VF Board member upon appointment. VF CEO Bracken Darrell praises Brown’s expertise and leadership in fashion and apparel industry.

Tete-A-Tete

Efficiency, Sustainability & Innovation Drives Trützschler’s Vision, Says Dr. Bettina Temath

Textile Insights June 11, 2024

Trützschler Group, a market leader in spinning technology, continues to push the boundaries of innovation to meet the evolving needs of the textile industry. In an exclusive chat with Textile Insights, Dr. Bettina Temath, Head of Global Marketing at Trützschler Group SE, sheds light on the latest innovation showcased at ITM 2024 and their implications […]

Product Launch & Innovation

Dilo Group Unveils Innovative Solutions For Nonwoven Industry At Techtextil 2024

Textile Insights May 12, 2024

At a recent in-house exhibition hosted in Eberbach, Germany, on the sidelines of Techtextil 2024, Dilo Group, a trailblazer in nonwoven fabric technology, unveiled a spectrum of cutting-edge solutions that underscore the company’s pivotal role as an innovator in the global nonwovens industry. This event not only served as a platform to showcase advanced technologies […]

Tete-A-Tete

IDF Vortex Spinning Saves Space and Energy

Textile Insights May 10, 2024

With the recent launch of the new IDF 3, Eva Trenz, Product Manager Spinning Preparation, spoke with José Guadalupe Flores Molina, Senior Expert in R&D Technology, about the short preparation process IDF Vortex Spinning and its advantages. José, what does IDF Vortex Spinning mean? Thanks to the IDF, it’s possible to cut down the number […]

Cotton

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Expands Board Of Directors From 16 To 22

Textile Insights May 5, 2024

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has announced the appointment of a refreshed and expanded Board of Directors, signaling a new phase in its governance. The board now comprises 22 members, including 11 new appointees, expanding from its previous 16 members. This move follows a governance review four years into the programme’s successful development, aiming to […]

Dyes & Chemicals

Schützen Chemical Group Named Among Top 15 Finalists In AIM Startup Pitch Competition

Textile Insights May 5, 2024

Schützen Chemical Group has secured its position as one of the top 15 finalists in the prestigious AIM Startup Pitch Competition. The event, slated to take place in Abu Dhabi from May 7 to 9, 2024, promises to be a global stage where innovation and ingenuity converge. Schützen Chemical Group stands at the forefront of […]

Machinery

Truetzschler And Texnology Partner To Showcase Breakthrough Needle Punching Technology At Techtextil

Textile Insights April 28, 2024

The industry eagerly awaited the most flexible needle punching line capable of handling nearly all applications in needle technology. I had the opportunity to witness this groundbreaking advancement firsthand. Observing a needle punch line running at high speed, effortlessly handling lightweight products as light as 35 gsm, and smoothly winding felt up to 1400 gsm, […]

Sustainability

Micromanagement: An Enemy Of Sustainability

Textile Insights April 23, 2024

People resort to micromanagement as they feel insecure and because of the fear of losing control. Sometimes they don’t know how to delegate work to the apt person, writes Murugan Santhanam  I could literally feel the breath on my neck—a sensation that sent shivers down my spine. For a fleeting moment, it gave me goosebumps. […]

Industry

Meijer Donates US$ 250,000 To Detroit-Based Industrial Sewing And Innovation Center

Textile Insights April 21, 2024

Meijer has announced a donation of $250,000 to the Industrial Sewing and Innovation Center (ISAIC), a Detroit-based national non-profit organization. ISAIC focuses on training the next generation of textile and apparel manufacturing industry talent through an innovative curriculum that blends technical skills, soft skills and digital literacy. Established in 2020, ISAIC