Redefining Indian textiles and garments, the second Mumbai edition of Gartex Texprocess India was inaugurated by Mr. Sharad Jaipuria, President, Denim Manufacturers Association & CMD, Ginni International Ltd., at Jio World Convention Centre in BKC, Mumbai. The three-day event provides a common platform for interaction among stakeholders across the textile and garment value chain. Gartex […]
Kelheim Fibres GmbH and Santoni Spa have jointly developed an innovative and sustainable menstrual underwear garment based on advanced machine technology and high-quality performance viscose fibres. The product consists of a soft outer layer and an inlay made from special wood-based fibres from Kelheim. The result is a sustainable and high-performance product that combines comfort […]
A well-made hiking or trekking backpack lasts a lifetime at best. In summer or winter, on dry or sweaty backs, after so many ascents and tours, the suspension system starts to develop odours. And no, laundering them is definitely not the answer! Luckily, the backpack experts at Gregory are once again one step ahead and […]
New technology enables smaller, lighter and more durable minimally invasive surgical device design. Honeywell has announced the addition of a new ultra-fine denier fiber to its Spectra® Medical Grade (MG) BIO fiber portfolio. Spectra® Ultra Fine (UF) BIO fiber, now available in 25 decitex (dtex), enables minimally invasive cardiovascular and orthopedic device design and helps […]
With the Earth population reaching 8 billion in November 2022, the need to address the issue of textile waste becomes more critical. According to earth.org, 92 million tons of textile waste is produced every year, a number that is expected to soar to 134 million tons by the end of the decade. Around 85% of […]
Demand for safer, eco-friendly textiles accelerates as the industry urges sustainability and environmental responsibility post-Covid Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL), the world’s largest producer of polyester staple fibers and filament yarns, will use FRX Innovations’ Nofia®, technology to enhance sustainable edge of its well established Recron FS, fire-resistant polyester. Nofia’s unique polymeric phosphorus-based chemistry helps make […]
Within the scope of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe(UNECE) initiative “The Sustainability Pledge”, to improve transparency and traceability for sustainablegarment and footwear supply chains, the Swiss company Haelixa traces Egyptian cotton from the source up to premium shirts. The UNECE and United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT) has been […]
Pratibha Syntex Ltd has reduced carbon emissions in the factory by 11% and curtailed 100% consumption of fresh water in processes. The company has the target to reduce 80% GHG emissions from scope 1 and scope 2 by 2025. The fashion industry is responsible for 10 % of annual global carbon emissions. At this […]
HeiQ has, since its inception, strictly adhered to its guiding principle of enhancing the lives of billions through innovating sustainable technologies that serve both the planet and its population. The flourishing Indian market with its billion+ people is, by the very nature of these attributes, a country that enjoys a strong focus of the company’s […]
Unveils HEXAREL Fibrefill – Graphene-enhanced new age smart fibre Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), India’s largest company has launched Recron Fibrefill EcoGold with CiCLO – a new fibre technology having a unique chemistry that enables activation of biomimetic biodegradation process – at the Heimtextil exhibition in Frankfurt. It is important that ever-increasing demand for environment friendly […]
Teijin Frontier Co., Ltd., the Teijin Group‘s fibers and products converting company, announced today that it has developed a recycling technology using a new depolymerization catalyst to recycle colored polyester fibers without losing the quality of polyester fibers made from petroleum-derived raw materials. The new technology also lowers environmental load compared to conventional recycling. The technology produces recycled […]
Innovation provides all-day stretch comfort while helping consumers stay cool and dry The LYCRA Company, a global leader in developing innovative fiber and technology solutions for the textile and apparel industry, announced today the launch of LYCRA® DUAL COMFORT technology for ready-to-wear (RTW) and wovens. The company’s latest innovation will help transform these garment categories […]
The launch commemorates 50 years of the CR’s pioneering pump technology Grundfos, the world leader in pumps and water solutions, today announced the launch of its new generation of large CR pumps in India. Designed with world class efficiency upgrades to provide customers with improved flow performance and pump pressure, the range of CR 185, […]
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, announced the relocation of its headquarters to Pratteln, just outside Basel, and a customised R&D role for its existing Reinach site. Archroma’s new Haus der Wirtschaft (HWD) headquarters is located in a business hub that hosts the Economic Chamber Baselland with other companies, as well […]
Building a strong future. B.I.G. Yarns reveals significant investment in its next-generation Polyamide (PA) technology to help global carpet tile manufacturers meet the demands of the contract market. In addition to this key investment, the company also announces its decision to become a new producer of polyester (PET) yarns for the automotive industry. The two […]