Source Fashion January 2026 Show Champions Collaboration

Source Fashion, a European leading fashion sourcing show, will once again champion the power of collaboration at its upcoming 2026 edition opening 13-15 January at Olympia London. Building on its strong partnerships with WRAP, Products of Change, and now Euromonitor International, the show will unite sustainability leaders, innovators, and analysts to inspire meaningful industry progress. Through expert-led sessions, actionable insight, and shared initiatives, Source Fashion will spotlight practical steps towards a more responsible, circular, and insight-driven global sourcing ecosystem.

Championing Circularity with WRAP
Continuing its close collaboration with leading climate action NGO WRAP, Source Fashion will highlight the organisation’s pivotal work in driving circularity and sustainability across the global textiles sector. Ahead of and during the January show, WRAP specialists will contribute a series of expert guest blogs and articles, offering valuable insight from their latest research, including the Durability in Focus report, the Textiles EPR report, and the UK Textiles Pact Roadmap. 

SHIMA SEIKI to Exhibit at Saudi Stitch & Tex

Leading Japanese computerized flat knitting technologist SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan, together with its sales representative in Saudi Arabia Star Sewing Machines Trading L.L.C., will participate in the upcoming 21st International Expo for Textile, Garment, Printing, Yarn and Fabric Machinery, Technology and Innovations (Saudi Stitch & Tex 2025) to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia this month.

SHIMA SEIKI will be exhibiting at Saudi Stitch & Tex for the first time with a lineup of knitting machines and design software.

SWG®091N2
SHIMA SEIKI’s SWG®091N2 compact WHOLEGARMENT® knitting machine can produce a wide range of WHOLEGARMENT® items in their entirety without the need for linking or sewing. The SWG®-N2 series “Mini” range is suited to the production of small knit items and accessories such as gloves, socks, hats and scarves as well as pet wear, cozies, shoe uppers, bags, card cases, glasses cases, smartphone covers and other personal items, as well as functional items such as for sports and medical applications. At Saudi Stitch & Tex SWG®091N2 will be shown in 15 gauge.

Update: DyStar’s Transition to Full Ownership of Zhejiang Longsheng Group

DyStar, a leading specialty chemical company with a heritage of more than a century in product development and innovation, provides an update on the progress of Share Purchase Agreement signed for the acquisition of 37.57% of the issued share capital of DyStar Global Holdings (Singapore) Pte Ltd.

RadiciGroup: 21st Sustainability Report published

RadiciGroup has published its 21st Sustainability Report, covering the year 2024, confirming more than two decades of transparency and measurement in the economic, environmental, and social dimensions. From its first Social Report in 2004 to the current reporting aligned with the GRI Universal Standards, the Group is now preparing for its next challenge: the adoption of the criteria that will be set out by the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). 

Between 2020 and 2024, RadiciGroup invested €277 million to strengthen competitiveness and sustainability, including €44 million in 2024 alone. Environmental investments totaled €3.3 million, focused on energy efficiency, emission reduction, and the introduction of the best available technologies. 

VDMA members highly satisfied with ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025 in Singapore

With more than 840 exhibitors from 30 countries and thousands of visitors from more than 100 nations ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025 was a truly international show. Visitors came with clear project ideas, leading to many inspiring and fruitful discussions.

Numerous VDMA members reported closed orders and deals – a positive sign for the machinery sector. “Better than expected”: this was a frequent statement from exhibiting companies.
The testimonials from VDMA member companies reflect a successful trade fair:

"ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025 in Singapore has been a real INTERNATIONAL Textile Machinery Exhibition in Asia, attracting visitors from more than 100 countries. The numbers and quality hoped for have been exceeded. In this friendly and well organised city, smiles were also very much seen at the EXPO during the exhibition."
Dr. Janpeter Horn, Chairman, VDMA Textile Machinery Association

Source Fashion introduces Fashion Deconstructed in Jan 26

Source Fashion, the UK’s leading responsible sourcing show, returns to Olympia London from 13 -15 January 2026, introducing Fashion Deconstructed, an immersive, hands-on feature designed to give buyers and visitors an unprecedented look behind the scenes of fashion production. From upcycling and denim workshops to live factory production line and expert repair sessions, attendees will have the chance to explore the craft, quality, and construction that define great fashion. Whether it’s learning how to create a high-end garment in an hour or understanding the properties of premium fabrics, Fashion Deconstructed brings the making of fashion to life, offering practical insights and interactive experiences with some of the industry’s top experts.

SCOTT Racing Team: Uniforms designed by ROICA™ by Asahi Kasei, Sitip and Rosti

In its fifth consecutive year of collaboration, the SCOTT Racing Team, ROICA™ by Asahi Kasei, Sitip, and Rosti have created an exclusive racing uniform designed for advanced performance. This partnership celebrates a season defined by shared values, cutting-edge innovation, and outstanding results — a synergy that highlights the power of collaborations built on commitment, passion, performance, and purpose.

Together, SCOTT and its technology partners delivered a product that enhances athletic performance while aiming high standards of environmental responsibility, supporting both environmental consciousness and gentleness for the skin. The kit reflects a vision of the future where technology and responsibility go hand in hand.

European Environment Agency: Greenhouse gas emissions largely on track to 2030 targets

The European Union remains largely on track to achieve its 2030 targets to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions, according to the latest annual check-up on EU progress to its energy and climate targets published by the European Environment Agency today. Total net greenhouse gas emissions in the EU fell by a further 2.5% in 2024, according to estimated figures included in the ‘Trends and projections’ report.

The latest data show that collectively, EU Member States expect to achieve a net emissions reduction of 54% by 2030 compared with 1990 levels, which is just under the 55% reduction target, provided that EU Member States implement both current and planned policies and measures in full.

The EEA ‘Trends and projections’ report says that in 2024, EU net greenhouse gas emissions (as defined in the 2030 target under the EU’s Climate Law) fell by 37% compared to 1990 levels. Focusing on domestic EU net greenhouse gas emissions, hence excluding emissions from international aviation and maritime transport, the overall reduction exceeds 39%.

Lenzing AG: Volatile Q3, positive EBITDA outlook for 2025

In the first nine months of 2025, Lenzing AG recorded revenue growth and higher EBITDA, but a market-driven volatile third quarter. This performance reflects the effects of ongoing market volatility, tariffs and geopolitical uncertainties. Nevertheless, the medium to long-term outlook remains positive. 
 
The revenue generated by Lenzing AG rose by 0.7 percent to EUR 1.97 bn (prior-year period: EUR 1.96 bn) in the first nine months. EBITDA grew by 29.1 percent to EUR 340.4 mn (prior-year period: EUR 263.7 mn), including effects from the sale of surplus emission allowances and the valuation of biological assets. The EBITDA margin improved to 17.3 percent (prior-year period: 13.5 percent). Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) amounted to EUR 20.6 mn (prior-year period: EUR 38.3 mn), which corresponds to an EBIT margin of 1 percent (prior-year period: 2 percent). This result includes asset impairments of EUR 82.1 mn in Indonesia. Earnings before tax (EBT) amounted to EUR minus 98.7 mn (prior-year period: EUR minus 33.4 mn).  
 
Strategic development 

OETI Slovakia: New ‘Fit & Proof’ Label for Fit-Testing

OETI Slovakia, a subsidiary of the Austrian independent testing and certification service provider OETI, is launching the new “Fit & Proof” label.

The label provides manufacturers of apparel, personal protective equipment (PPE), and uniforms with independent garment testing for fit, workmanship, and durability. The service is now available at the new OETI location in Žilina, Slovakia.

The goal is to ensure product quality, reduce return rates, and verify garment fit in accordance with customer specifications and the finished size chart.

Broad Field of Application: for Retail, E-Commerce, and Public Procurement
Private-label retailers and brands can communicate their quality standards transparently with the label. Online retailers benefit from reduced return rates due to improved fit. Public institutions gain assurance during the tendering and procurement process for fit and durable, tested garments.