Industry

Fineotex Achieves NABL Accreditation For Its Laboratory

October 6, 2023

Fineotex Chemical Ltd has recently announced the accreditation of its laboratory by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). This accreditation underscores Fineotex’s steadfast commitment to advancing sustainability and aligning with universally

Economy

Kolon Industries Earns International EPD Certificates

September 24, 2023

Kolon Industries, a Korean chemical and textile company, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Korean nonwoven maker to obtain international EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) certificates for their nonwoven textile products ‘Finon’ and ‘Finon ECO.’ This accomplishment enhances their export competence in the polyester

Corporates

Stäubli Expands In Hangzhou With R&D And Manufacturing Base

September 24, 2023

Stäubli, a global leader in automation and textile solutions, proudly unveils its new Yinhai R&D and Intelligent Manufacturing Base in Hangzhou, China. Located close to its existing production site, this 25,000 square-meter facility signifies a major step in Stäubli’s growth strategy and dedication to serving its Chinese customers effectively. Gerald Vogt, CEO at

Sustainability

Sustainability In Textiles: Are We Greenwashing?

September 21, 2023

“Nowadays, it seems it has become fashionable to talk about sustainability in all walks of life. Mostly, we’re greenwashing!” said Naresh. In an instant, a scene flashed in my mind about an event the other day when I overheard somebody telling his friend, “For the world to achieve sustainability, my teacher told us to turn […]

Sustainability

ARC Research Hub Will Support Sustainable Manufacturing Of Fibre Materials

September 19, 2023

The Australian Research Council (ARC) Chief Research Officer Professor Christina Twomey officially launched the ARC Research Hub for Functional and Sustainable Fibres on 25 August. Through collaboration with 16 domestic and international partner organisations, the team at the ARC Research Hub will be conducting research across three core themes – Sustainability, Circular

Tete-A-Tete

Innovation And Sustainability Are Part Of Stäubli’s DNA

September 18, 2023

Our advice on ways to reduce costs or increase productivity is always available. Customers anywhere in the world can draw upon the experience and know-how of Stäubli experts at any time, say Fritz Legler and Nadine Reinwald Can you tell us about the key features that make the Stäubli ALPHA carpet weaving system stand out […]

Sustainability

Revolutionizing Textiles: Innovations Driving Sustainability And Traceability

September 10, 2023

As global awareness of the fashion industry’s environmental impact grows, there is a surging demand for sustainable textiles. Innovation plays a pivotal role in meeting this demand, giving rise to new technologies that prioritize eco-friendliness, ethics and transparency. Innovation, sustainability and traceability have emerged as the three fundamental pillars of the

Event

ICAC’s Seminar In Taiwan To Focus On Textile Innovation And Sustainability

September 3, 2023

The International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) is set to host an exciting international seminar in Taipei on October 18-19, 2023, in collaboration with the Taiwan Textile Federation (TTF). The seminar, the 8th in the series, will be centred on the theme of ‘Sustainability and Innovation in the Global Textile Value Chain.’ Mark Sussman, a member […]

Corporates

Rajapalayam Mills Ltd Commissions New Fabric Expansion And Processing Units

September 3, 2023

Rajapalayam Mills Ltd commissioned its Fabric Expansion Unit and Fabric Processing Unit for commercial production on September 1, 2023. The new unit features a weaving capacity of 166 looms and a fabric processing capacity of 50,000 metres per day. This expansion enables the company to provide finished, ready-to-stitch apparel fabrics to its customers. To ensure […]

Corporates

Fineotex Chemical Joins Dun & Bradstreet ESG Registry

August 27, 2023

Fineotex Chemical Limited has announced its recent achievement of becoming a registered participant in the Dun & Bradstreet Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) platform. This significant milestone underscores the company’s resolute dedication to fostering an industry that places paramount importance on environmental sustainability, social well-being and