Machinery

Turning Challenges Into Opportunities: The Path To Profitability In Spinning

Textile Insights November 1, 2025

Across the spinning industry, mill owners are facing unprecedented pressures — EBITDA margins are under strain, energy costs continue to rise, skilled manpower is in short supply, and maintaining consistent yarn quality is becoming increasingly complex. In such a scenario, sustaining

Corporates

Phifer Acquires Indiana Coated Fabrics To Expand Portfolio

Textile Insights October 14, 2025

Phifer Inc., a leading U.S. manufacturer of precision-engineered textiles and wire products, has acquired all assets of Indiana Coated Fabrics (ICF), headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana. The acquisition strengthens Phifer’s position in the coated and laminated fabrics market while expanding its manufacturing capabilities and product portfolio. ICF will continue to operate

Corporates

Rieter To Acquire Barmag For CHF 713 Million

Textile Insights May 6, 2025

Rieter has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Barmag, a division of OC Oerlikon, for an upfront equity purchase price of CHF 713 million. This strategic acquisition will position Rieter as a global leader in both natural and manmade fiber technologies and significantly accelerate the company’s growth strategy. Barmag, a global market leader in equipment […]

Corporates

D’DECOR Appoints Debajit Kundu As Vice President

Textile Insights March 17, 2025

D’DECOR HOME FABRICS has appointed Debajit Kundu as Vice President, bringing extensive experience in textile manufacturing and operational excellence. With a strong background in weaving and fabric production, Kundu will focus on driving growth and innovation in the home textiles sector. Prior to joining D’DECOR, Kundu held leadership roles at Vardhman

Tete-A-Tete

‘GTTES 2025 Aims To Create Valuable Networking Opportunities And Drive Industry Growth’

Textile Insights February 10, 2025

GTTES 2025 will highlight key trends such as sustainability, automation, innovation and efficiency-driven solutions, says Ketan Sanghvi in an exclusive tete-a-tete with Henry Dsouza, Associate Editor, Textile Insights  Given the industry’s gradual recovery and shifting global trade dynamics, how will the Global Textile Technology & Engineering Show 2025 (GTTES 2025)

Corporates

Donear Invests Rs 400 Crore In Jammu For Home Textiles Expansion

March 10, 2024

Fabric manufacturer Donear will invest Rs 400 crore in Jammu to establish a facility for the production of carpets and rugs, announced Rajendra Agarwal, Managing Director of Donear. The company has acquired land in Jammu, and the plant is expected to be operational within 24 months. Agarwal stated that approximately 90% of the products manufactured […]

Tete-A-Tete

Our JourneyOf 50 Years Is AMomentous Occasion For Us

March 4, 2024

Being three times larger than our closest competitor is a testament to the trust our customers place in us, states Jagan Mohan Balaji  How would you describe the market performance for your company in India last year, and what are your projections for this year? The market has presented its challenges over the past few […]

Corporates

Rieter Acquires Petit Spare Parts SAS For Enhanced After-Sales Support

January 28, 2024

Rieter Group, the world’s leading supplier of systems for manufacturing yarn from staple fibres in spinning mills headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, has acquired the French company, Petit Spare Parts SAS, effective January 5, 2024. The acquisition is set to strengthen Rieter Group’s dynamic after-sales business. Petit Spare Parts SAS is a renowned supplier in the

Textile Print

Digital Textile Printing Market To Surge To US$ 8.55 Bn By 2033

January 10, 2024

According to Future Market Insights report, the digital textile printing market, valued at US$ 2.71 billion in 2023, is on a trajectory for remarkable growth, projecting an annual increase of 12.2 per cent. By 2033, it is anticipated to reach a staggering US$ 8.55 billion. This surge is attributed to technological advancements, increased customization demands […]