Event

Texprocess & Techtextil 2026 Set To Drive Global Innovation In T&A Sectors

Textile Insights April 7, 2025

The upcoming editions of Techtextil and Texprocess, scheduled to be held from April 21 to 24, 2026, in Frankfurt am Main, are witnessing strong early interest from exhibitors worldwide, underlining their importance as premier global platforms for textile innovation and processing technologies.

Sustainability

Aquafil Unveils Breakthrough In Textile Recycling

Textile Insights March 29, 2025

After over a decade of research and innovation, Aquafil has achieved a major milestone in textile recycling with the launch of the world’s first demonstration plant capable of chemically separating elastic fibres from nylon. This groundbreaking technology addresses one of the textile industry’s toughest recycling challenges, reinforcing Aquafil’s leadership in responsible

Product Launch & Innovation

BASF Launches First Commercial Loopamid Plant For Recycled Polyamide 6

Textile Insights March 29, 2025

Shanghai facility to produce 500 metric tonnes annually, certified under GRS BASF has commenced operations at the world’s first commercial loopamid plant at its Caojing site in Shanghai, China. With an annual capacity of 500 metric tonnes, the facility marks a significant step toward sustainable solutions for the textile industry. “The startup of this plant […]

Sustainability

HUGO BOSS Introduces Eightyards For Textile Upcycling

Textile Insights February 27, 2025

Eightyards GmbH, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the HUGO BOSS Group, officially commenced business operations. Based in Metzingen, the new venture enables HUGO BOSS to repurpose its surplus materials, giving them a new lease of life. Eightyards operates across three core business areas: reselling, reusing, and re-, up-, and downcycling the Group’s surplus textiles for

Machinery

Barmag Showcases Sustainable Textile Technologies At SaigonTex 2025

Textile Insights February 27, 2025

Barmag, a subsidiary of the Swiss Oerlikon Group, will present its advanced textile solutions at SaigonTex 2025 from April 9-12 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Visitors at Hall A, Stand 1J01 can explore sustainable and efficient technologies from Oerlikon Barmag, Oerlikon Neumag, and Oerlikon Nonwoven, with a focus on recycling, digitalization, and high-performance yarn […]

Tete-A-Tete

Prabhavishhnu Impex’s Focus Is On Making 100% ‘Made In India’ Hemp To Reduce Dependency On Foreign Imports: Bijal Bhavsar

Textile Insights February 17, 2025

Prabhavishhnu Impex is highlighting its expertise in sustainable textile solutions by showcasing 100% linen fibres, fabrics and linen-blended yarns at Bharat Tex 2025. These products cater to the growing demand for high-quality materials in the apparel and garment industry. The company specializes in blending linen fibres with cotton and Excel, ensuring versatility and

Tete-A-Tete

Alok Industries Is Committed To Minimizing Environmental Footprint While Promoting Circular Textile Value Chain: Biji Chacko

Textile Insights February 16, 2025

Bharat Tex 2025 witnessed the participation of Alok Industries, a key player in the textile sector, as the company reinforced its commitment to innovation, sustainability and global expansion. In an exclusive conversation with Textile Insights at the event, Biji Chacko shared insights into the company’s objectives, sustainability efforts and the evolving textile landscape.

Corporates

LNJ Bhilwara Group And Birla Cellulose Collaborate To Manufacture Functional Textiles With Graphene

Textile Insights February 15, 2025

LNJ Bhilwara Group companies, RSWM Ltd and TACC Ltd, have announced the signing of a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Birla Cellulose, the cellulosic fibres division of Grasim Industries Ltd. This partnership marks a significant step in advancing the development of graphene technology for textile applications. Graphene, a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in […]

Event

Giriraj Singh Inaugurated Key Textile Events at Bharat Tex 2025 in Greater Noida

Textile Insights February 13, 2025

Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, inaugurated a series of key industry events focusing on garment technology, dyes & chemicals, and handicrafts at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, under the umbrella of Bharat Tex 2025. The inauguration, marked by the traditional lighting of the lamp, set the stage for a dynamic platform […]

Corporates

Tonello Strengthens Italian Presence With Acquisition Of Flainox

Textile Insights February 11, 2025

Tonello, a global leader in garment finishing technologies, has acquired Flainox, a renowned Italian manufacturer of dyeing machinery with over 50 years of expertise, reinforcing its leadership in the dyeing industry. This strategic move expands Tonello’s specialized solutions and strengthens its market presence by consolidating target markets and enhancing technological