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Milano Trend partners with yarnbank

Milan, Italy Collaboration aims to revitalise knitwear through digital yarn sourcing and curated Italian expertise. Shima Seiki has announced a new collaboration with Italy-based Milano Trend...
Shima Seiki’s stand at ITMA Asia + CITME 2025. © Shima Seiki

Not just seamless, but data rich too

Singapore Thirty years on, Shima’s Seiki’s WHOLEGARMENT technology is now pre-programmed for success. Adrian Wilson reports from Singapore. Shima Seiki launched its WHOLEGARMENT technology at the...
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Pitti Filati explores Motion theme

Florence, Italy Campaign celebrates fashion’s constant movement. Pitti Immagine has unveiled Motion as the central theme for the winter editions of its 2026 fairs, including the...
This year’s concept reflects a return to the company’s technological roots - an evolution driven by renewed commitment to innovation, efficiency and sustainability. © Shima Seiki

Shima Seiki Reborn in Singapore

Singapore Next-generation flat knitting technologies redefine precision and sustainability. Leading Japanese flat knitting technology manufacturer Shima Seiki of Wakayama, Japan, will unveil its latest generation of...
Bill Nighy in John Smedley. © John Smedley

John Smedley collaborates with Bill Nighy

Derbyshire, England Actor brings timeless modernism to classic knitwear. John Smedley has announced an exclusive collaboration with long-time admirer and acclaimed British actor Bill Nighy, unveiling...
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Registration opens for Functional Fabric Fair

Norwalk, CT, USA Orlando fair adds new winter edition in 2026. Registration has opened for the first winter edition of Functional Fabric Fair powered by Performance...
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Spinning the Future webinar launched

Wakayama, Japan Shima Seiki presents yarnbank innovations and wool’s future in new online event. Shima Seiki has launched its latest webinar, Spinning the Future – Cutting-Edge...
Première Vision Paris opens its doors at Paris Nord Villepinte from 16–18 September 2025. © Première Vision

Première Vision Paris unveils AW26/27

Paris Key trends and innovations to shape fashion’s future at September show. Première Vision Paris will present the key Autumn/Winter 2026–2027 fashion trends alongside the latest...
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Shima Seiki showcases digital solutions

Wakayama, Japan Leading Japanese manufacturer highlights APEXFiz design software and online services at Intertextile Shanghai. Shima Seiki Mfg., Ltd. of Wakayama, Japan, together with its Hong...
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Tencel fibres showcased in Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark Textile art exhibition explores material innovation and circularity. At Copenhagen Fashion Week, Tencel supported the debut of ‘001’, the first collaborative exhibition by Amalie...