by TEXTILE VALUE CHAIN | Jun 25, 2024 | Articles, Textile Industry
Introduction: Uncovering the Lotus Fiber Phenomenon In the realm of sustainable textiles, a remarkable natural fiber has been quietly making waves: Lotus fiber is a novel kind of natural fiber which is obtained from lotus plants. This new and rather exotic material...
by TEXTILE VALUE CHAIN | Jun 25, 2024 | News & Insights, Textile Industry
The textile industry is experiencing a significant transformation as sustainability and innovation take center stage. Refiberd, a leader in this revolution, is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technologies with eco-friendly practices to redefine the...
by TANVI_MUNJAL | Dec 30, 2023 | News & Insights, Textile Technology
Oerlikon Manmade Fibers Solutions, in cooperation with Swiss company Haelixa, has developed a solution that will ensure the entire value chain of textile end products is transparent and sustainable. This development comes as a response to the requirements set forth by...
by TANVI_MUNJAL | Dec 22, 2023 | News & Insights, Textile Technology
Freudenberg Performance Materials Apparel (Freudenberg), a renowned provider of cutting-edge technical solutions in the apparel industry, is excited to announce the introduction of two advanced thermal insulation products to its global comfortemp® range. DOWN FEEL WA...
by TANVI_MUNJAL | Dec 19, 2023 | Business & Policy, News & Insights
Ganesha Ecosphere Ltd, a prominent player in the PET Fibre manufacturing industry, has been paving the way since its establishment in 1987. With a focus on sustainability, the company has become a frontrunner in recycling PET waste from pre and post consumer PET...
by TANVI_MUNJAL | Dec 15, 2023 | News & Insights, Textile Technology
Sri Lanka’s largest integrated textile manufacturer, Hayleys Fabric PLC, has significantly strived to redefine sustainable innovations through a groundbreaking partnership with Pro Green Laboratories of the University of Moratuwa. The collaboration aims to...
by TANVI_MUNJAL | Dec 15, 2023 | Fabrics & Processing, News & Insights
The textile powerhouse, Tiruppur, India’s largest textile industrial cluster, is making significant strides in recycled fashion. With sustainability becoming a key focus for consumers, Tiruppur’s companies aim to have up to 30% of their business come from...
by TANVI_MUNJAL | Dec 15, 2023 | News & Insights, Textile Technology
Shillong-born architect Krittika Agarwal and her team have embarked on an ambitious project to recreate a 60-foot-tall “Assam-type” timber building in Vikhroli, Mumbai. This unique structure, made using 3D printing technology, aims to revive the...
by TANVI_MUNJAL | Nov 29, 2023 | Apparel, Fashion & Retail, News & Insights
In a significant move towards sustainability, the fashion industry has acknowledged the need to adopt circular practices. While this is a commendable start, the real challenge lies in implementing these practices effectively. A key aspect of achieving circularity is...
by TANVI_MUNJAL | Nov 21, 2023 | Business & Policy, News & Insights
Raymond, a leading Indian conglomerate, has experienced remarkable growth over the past four years. The company’s share price has skyrocketed sixfold, thanks to a series of key organizational changes. One of the most significant achievements has been the rapid...
by TANVI_MUNJAL | Oct 22, 2023 | Fashion, Fibres and Yarns, News & Insights
Sustainable fashion designer Mara Hoffman debuted a dress made from Circ® Lyocell, a filament lyocell made from fifty percent recycled textile waste, on October 18th, 2023. In what has been dubbed “The Dress that Changes Everything,” designer Mara Hoffman...
by TANVI_MUNJAL | Oct 17, 2023 | News & Insights, Textile Technology
For electronic textiles (e-textiles) to achieve long-term viability and widespread use, it is necessary to undergo a transformation that enables the development of innovative wearable e-textiles that align with the principles of a sustainable circular economy. This...
