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Third Yarn Show at Knitwear Lab

The exhibition will showcase the latest collections from some of Europe’s leading spinners of knitwear yarns. Netherlands based Knitwear Lab will be hosting Lynn Hinkelmann, Peter Wissmann and Christina Hermann on Thursday 24th February, for...
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New York mulls legislation on fast fashion

New York could become the first US state to enforce legislative changes on the fashion industry via The Fashion Sustainability and Social Accountability Act (The Fashion Act) which was introduced to the state’s assemby...
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Survey of the European fabric fairs for AW 2022/23

This latest update in this series of reports summarises the trends which were on show at the European fabric fairs for the autumn/winter 2022/23 season. Report summary The fairs were held in a positive spirit, and...
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Shima Seiki opens online store for APEXFiz subscriptions

Users can access the Shima eStore to purchase and download entry-level APEXFiz Design Jr. subscription software or sign up for a free 30-day trial. Leading textile technology provider Shima Seiki is opening of its new...
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HanesBrands invests $2 million in black colleges and universities

Winston Salem, NC, USA Partnerships with North Carolina A&T, Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design and Winston-Salem State University provide students with financial support and industry experience. HanesBrands, a global leader in apparel brands, has...
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Dual action textile cooling technology from HeiQ

Zürich, Switzerland HeiQ Cool to deliver both instant contact cooling and continuous evaporative cooling. Addressing the importance of body temperature control, whereby both overheating and feeling chilly are problematic, HeiQ Cool powered fabrics constantly regulate the...
Bergans Tomorrow anorak made with Spinnova fibre. © Bergans

Spinnova joins UN Global Compact

Finnish innovator commits to sustainable principles and improvement in human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. Finland’s Spinnova, the developer of new technology technology for making textile fibres from wood or leather, textiles and food waste...
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Marmara knitwear student wins Doku Fabric Design Competition

Fashion show of the Doku Fabric Design Competition, held for the first time in Gaziantep, at the Zeugma Mosaic Museum. The inaugural Aynur Tattersall-Doku Fabric Design Competition, held recently in Gaziantep, Turkey, is said to...
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Lycra launches legwear trend forecast for AW 22/23

Each look features innovations offering the latest fit and performance benefits. The Lycra Company, a global leader in developing innovative fibre and technology solutions for the apparel industry, has launched its highly anticipated legwear trends...
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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol published in ITC Standards Map

Memphis, TN, USA The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has been recognised and published in the standard mapping process by the International Trade Centre, giving brands and retailers around the world greater choice when it comes...