Special Report

Santoni: Building The Intelligent Knitting Factory

Textile Insights October 9, 2026

How an Italian knitting machine pioneer is building a multi-brand, multi-location platform for automated, AI-enabled textile production More than a century after Santoni began in Italy, the company’s story is no longer only about individual knitting machines. It is increasingly about an

Machinery

The LMW Spinpact – SIRO Compact Advantage For Smarter MMF Spinning

Textile Insights October 9, 2026

Globally, the textile industry has witnessed a decisive shift toward Man-Made Fibers (MMF), which today account for nearly 70% of total staple fibre consumption, compared to about 30% for cotton. Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) alone contributes nearly 75–80% of the total MMF staple segment, highlighting its importance in modern spinning. In contrast, India continues to […]

India ITME

KARL MAYER Targets India’s Growth In Warp Knitting And Technical Textiles At India ITME 2026

Textile Insights October 9, 2026

KARL MAYER will showcase its latest machinery technologies and textile innovations for warp knitting, warp preparation and technical textiles at INDIA ITME 2026, as it looks to capitalise on India’s growing demand for advanced manufacturing solutions and value-added textile products. The exhibition will take place from December 4-9, 2026, at the India Expo Centre &

Machinery

Trützschler Card Clothing Expands Service Network In Peru, Colombia And Ecuador

Textile Insights October 6, 2026

Trützschler Card Clothing (TCC) has expanded its regional service network across Peru, Colombia and Ecuador to provide faster technical support, shorter service lead times and greater local expertise to customers in the textile and nonwovens industries. The expansion strengthens TCC’s presence in the Andean region, where manufacturers are increasingly focusing on improving

Corporates

Karl Mayer To Celebrate 90 Years Of Textile Innovation In 2027

Textile Insights September 28, 2026

Karl Mayer will mark its 90th anniversary in 2027 with a major event series at its headquarters in Obertshausen, near Frankfurt, Germany, bringing together customers, partners and textile industry experts from around the world. The celebrations, scheduled for September 2027, will focus on technological innovation, new textile applications and future business opportunities

Event

TMMA Honours Textile Engineering Firms At 66th R&D And Export Awards

Textile Insights September 21, 2026

The Textile Machinery Manufacturers’ Association (India) (TMMA) presented its 66th R&D and Export Awards during its Annual General Meeting held on September 18, 2026, in Mumbai, recognising companies for their contributions to India’s textile engineering industry. Rieter India Pvt Ltd, Pune, received the Apex Award. The Segment Export Awards were presented to Kirloskar

Technology

KARL MAYER Launches Extra-Wide HKS 3-M EL For High-Productivity Sports Textiles

Textile Insights September 15, 2026

KARL MAYER has launched a new extra-wide version of its HKS 3-M EL high-speed tricot machine, designed to deliver high productivity in the manufacture of sports, activewear and other textile applications. The new HKS 3-M EL offers a working width of 330 inches, expandable by a further 10 inches, while achieving production speeds of up […]

Corporates

Dr Gurudas Aras Appointed To ITTA Advisory Board

Textile Insights September 14, 2026

Dr Gurudas Aras has been appointed as a member of the Advisory Board of the Indian Technical Textile Association (ITTA). Aras was felicitated during ITTA’s Annual General Meeting held on September 12, where the association recognised his appointment and contribution to the technical textiles sector. A veteran textile industry professional with extensive experience in

Technology

Barmag To Showcase Next-Generation Spinning Technologies At ITMA Asia 2026

Textile Insights September 10, 2026

Barmag will showcase a portfolio of next-generation technologies for man-made fibre production at ITMA Asia 2026, as textile manufacturers face rising energy costs, growing sustainability requirements, labour shortages and increasing demand for production flexibility. The company will present its latest solutions for filament, staple fibre and nonwoven production from

Tete-A-Tete

From Engineering Excellence To Enduring Value, A.T.E.’s Growth Journey: Abhijit Kulkarni

Textile Insights September 9, 2026

With more than eight decades of experience in the textile industry, A.T.E. Enterprises Private Limited is entering a new phase, one shaped by technology, sustainability, digitalisation and changing customer expectations. Following his elevation as Director of A.T.E. Enterprises Private Limited, Abhijit Kulkarni brings a broader strategic perspective to the company’s