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Mr. Aji Dwi Yuniarso represented DyStar to receive Platinum award of Zero Accident delivered by Head of Manpower of Banten Province Photo DyStar
04.05.2025

DyStar: Awards for Excellence in Workplace Safety and Health

DyStar, a leading specialty chemical company with a heritage of more than a century in product development and innovation, has been honored with three prestigious awards at the 2025 Provincial Occupational Safety and Health (P2K3) Awards, recognizing its exceptional performance in workplace safety and employee well-being.

The awards were presented by the Banten Provincial Government to PT. DyStar Colours Indonesia - Gabus Plant, the company’s largest manufacturing plant in Indonesia. DyStar received the following accolades:

DyStar, a leading specialty chemical company with a heritage of more than a century in product development and innovation, has been honored with three prestigious awards at the 2025 Provincial Occupational Safety and Health (P2K3) Awards, recognizing its exceptional performance in workplace safety and employee well-being.

The awards were presented by the Banten Provincial Government to PT. DyStar Colours Indonesia - Gabus Plant, the company’s largest manufacturing plant in Indonesia. DyStar received the following accolades:

  • Platinum Award for Zero Accidents (2018–2024)
  • Gold Award from the Committee of Occupational Safety & Health Development (P2K3)
  • Silver Award for HIV & AIDS Prevention Program

Mr Clement Yang, Vice President of DyStar Global Manufacturing said, “DyStar is honored to be recognized for our collective commitment to health and safety. This achievement is a testament to the unwavering dedication of our employees in upholding the highest safety standards as we pursue manufacturing excellence in a safe and responsible environment. Safety is a core value embedded in our global culture—one we consistently uphold across all our operations.”

Mr Sunarto Djuardi, Regional Vice President for DyStar Southeast Asia said, “Health and safety have been our highest priority since we commenced production at Gabus in 1997. These awards underscore DyStar’s ongoing commitment to fostering a proactive safety culture, adopting innovative risk management strategies, and maintaining consistent compliance with the highest occupational health and safety standards.”

The Platinum Award was granted in recognition of DyStar’s outstanding achievement of 3.1 million work hours assessed between 2018 and 2024 without a single accident. This remarkable record reflects the company’s disciplined safety culture and its dedication to protecting both employees and contractors.

The Gold Award, presented by the Committee of Occupational Safety & Health Development (P2K3), acknowledges DyStar’s success in maintaining an effective internal safety and health committee at the Gabus Plant, in compliance with national OHS regulations.

DyStar also received the Silver Award for its extraordinary efforts in promoting HIV/AIDS prevention programs in the workplace, reinforcing its commitment to creating not only a safe and pleasant working environment but also one that is inclusive and free from health-related discrimination.

As a company at the forefront of sustainability initiatives, these awards further highlight DyStar’s ongoing investment in employee well-being and strengthen its leadership in the global chemical manufacturing sector.

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DyStar

04.05.2025

CARBIOS files its 2024 Universal Registration Document

CARBIOS, (Euronext Growth Paris:  ALCRB), a pioneer in the development and industrialization of biological technologies to reinvent the life cycle of plastic and textiles, announces to its shareholders and the financial community that its 2024 Universal Registration Document including the annual report, the management report and the report on corporate governance was filed with the French Financial Market Authority (Autorité des marchés financiers) on April 30, 2025 under the number D.25-0354.

Copies of the Universal Registration Document are available in French free of charge, pursuant to applicable law, and can be downloaded from the Company's website at www.carbios.com under the “Investors – Regulated information” section, as well as on www.amf-france.org. An English version will follow shortly.

CARBIOS, (Euronext Growth Paris:  ALCRB), a pioneer in the development and industrialization of biological technologies to reinvent the life cycle of plastic and textiles, announces to its shareholders and the financial community that its 2024 Universal Registration Document including the annual report, the management report and the report on corporate governance was filed with the French Financial Market Authority (Autorité des marchés financiers) on April 30, 2025 under the number D.25-0354.

Copies of the Universal Registration Document are available in French free of charge, pursuant to applicable law, and can be downloaded from the Company's website at www.carbios.com under the “Investors – Regulated information” section, as well as on www.amf-france.org. An English version will follow shortly.

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Carbios
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Carbios

04.05.2025

Mit KI gegen Altkleiderproblem in Großbritannien: NewRetex und Circle-8 starten Partnerschaft

Das britische Unternehmen Circle-8 Textile Ecosystems hat in eine eigenständige, automatisierte KI-Textilsortieranlage vom dänischen Innovationsunternehmen NewRetex investiert. Mit dem Erwerb der NewRetex-Sortierlinie geht Circle-8 einen wichtigen Schritt, um den Aufbau einer zirkulären Textilinfrastruktur in Großbritannien voranzutreiben und damit neue Maßstäbe für die Industrie der Zukunft zusetzen.

Jährlich fallen in Großbritannien mehr als 700.000 Tonnen nicht wiederverwendbare Textilien an, weniger als ein Prozent davon wird bisher zu neuen Textilien recycelt. Der Großteil landet auf Deponien oder in Verbrennungsanlagen. Diese riesige, bislang ungenutzte Ressource bietet enormes Potenzial: Durch die Umwandlung von Textilabfällen in Rohstoffe für das Faser-zu-Faser-Recycling – insbesondere für Polyester, Baumwolle und künstliche Zellulosefasern – kann eine neue Kreislaufwirtschaft etabliert werden.

Das britische Unternehmen Circle-8 Textile Ecosystems hat in eine eigenständige, automatisierte KI-Textilsortieranlage vom dänischen Innovationsunternehmen NewRetex investiert. Mit dem Erwerb der NewRetex-Sortierlinie geht Circle-8 einen wichtigen Schritt, um den Aufbau einer zirkulären Textilinfrastruktur in Großbritannien voranzutreiben und damit neue Maßstäbe für die Industrie der Zukunft zusetzen.

Jährlich fallen in Großbritannien mehr als 700.000 Tonnen nicht wiederverwendbare Textilien an, weniger als ein Prozent davon wird bisher zu neuen Textilien recycelt. Der Großteil landet auf Deponien oder in Verbrennungsanlagen. Diese riesige, bislang ungenutzte Ressource bietet enormes Potenzial: Durch die Umwandlung von Textilabfällen in Rohstoffe für das Faser-zu-Faser-Recycling – insbesondere für Polyester, Baumwolle und künstliche Zellulosefasern – kann eine neue Kreislaufwirtschaft etabliert werden.

Mit NewRetex als starken Partnern an seiner Seite entwickelt Circle-8 ein Netzwerk automatisierter Sortier- und Vorbehandlungsanlagen, das nicht wiederverwendbare Textilien in wertvolle Rohstoffe für das großvolumige Faser-zu-Faser-Recycling verwandelt. Der Einstrang-Sortierer von NewRetex ist dafür der erste eigenständige Baustein: Mit der leistungsstarken Anlage können 25.000 Tonnen Textilien pro Jahr sortiert werden.

Die Sortieranlage von NewRetex ermöglicht eine Sortierung mit hoher Kapazität und die genaue Klassifizierung von Textilien nach:

  • Materialzusammensetzung
  • Farbe
  • Gegenstände mit harten Teilen wie Knöpfen und Reißverschlüssen

Die innovative Ausrüstung und spezialisierte Software ermöglichen eine lückenlose Datenerfassung – inklusive Gewicht und Größe jedes einzelnen Textilstücks. Diese Daten fließen nahtlos zwischen Vorsortier-, Ballenpress- und Recyclingunternehmen und schaffen eine vollständige Rückverfolgbarkeit der Materialien – von der Sammlung bis zum recycelten Produkt.

Circle-8 ist der größte Empfänger von Fördermitteln im Innovate-UK-Programm „ACT UK Automatic-Sorting for Circularity and Textiles“. Das ACT-Programm unterstützte Circle-8 beim Design einer automatisierten Textilsortier- und Vorbehandlungsanlage (ATSP), um die industrielle Skalierung des Faser-zu-Faser-Recyclings voranzutreiben.

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NewRetex

Photo Barry-Wehmiller
01.05.2025

BW Converting: Sustainable finishing innovations at Techtextil North America

Under its Baldwin brand, BW Converting will partner with Fi-Tech, Inc. at Techtextil North America to demonstrate its TexCoat™ G4 precision spray finishing system, an advanced, sustainable solution designed to reduce chemical waste, minimize water usage and cut energy consumption in textile manufacturing.
Held May 6-8 in Atlanta, Techtextil North America is the premier event for technical textiles and nonwovens in the United States. BW Converting will be present in the Fi-Tech booth A3207 to connect with textile professionals seeking to streamline operations while improving finishing quality and sustainability outcomes.
 
The TexCoat G4 applies chemistry with pinpoint accuracy — on one or both sides of the fabric — with no contamination, overspray or dilution. By eliminating pad baths and reducing the frequency of changeovers, the system significantly improves operational efficiency.
 

Under its Baldwin brand, BW Converting will partner with Fi-Tech, Inc. at Techtextil North America to demonstrate its TexCoat™ G4 precision spray finishing system, an advanced, sustainable solution designed to reduce chemical waste, minimize water usage and cut energy consumption in textile manufacturing.
Held May 6-8 in Atlanta, Techtextil North America is the premier event for technical textiles and nonwovens in the United States. BW Converting will be present in the Fi-Tech booth A3207 to connect with textile professionals seeking to streamline operations while improving finishing quality and sustainability outcomes.
 
The TexCoat G4 applies chemistry with pinpoint accuracy — on one or both sides of the fabric — with no contamination, overspray or dilution. By eliminating pad baths and reducing the frequency of changeovers, the system significantly improves operational efficiency.
 
Also featured at Techtextil North America will be BW Converting's Baldwin Plasma Pure surface modification technology. Plasma Pure boosts adhesion and uptake in dyeing, coating and laminating processes by optimizing surface energy at the molecular level, without the need for added chemicals.

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Barry-Wehmiller

A+A 2025
A+A 2025
30.04.2025

A+A 2025: Leitthema „Der Mensch zählt“

Unter dem Leitthema „Der Mensch zählt“ wird Düsseldorf vom 4. bis 7. November 2025 erneut zum Treffpunkt der internationalen Fachcommunity für die Zukunft der Arbeit. Besucherinnen und Besucher erwartet ein umfassender Überblick über aktuelle Entwicklungen und Trends – mit einem klaren Fokus auf Nachhaltigkeit, Digitalisierung und New Work. Zahlreiche Formate laden zudem zum fachlichen Austausch und Networking ein. Die Messe vereint die international führende Fachausstellung mit einem hochkarätigen Kongress, der praxisorientiertes Know-how mit neuesten wissenschaftlichen Erkenntnissen zusammenführt. Mit über 2200 Ausstellenden und einer Mischung aus internationalen Marktführern und Neuausstellenden bietet die A+A 2025 einen umfassenden Überblick über alle relevanten Innovationen und Entwicklungen.

Unter dem Leitthema „Der Mensch zählt“ wird Düsseldorf vom 4. bis 7. November 2025 erneut zum Treffpunkt der internationalen Fachcommunity für die Zukunft der Arbeit. Besucherinnen und Besucher erwartet ein umfassender Überblick über aktuelle Entwicklungen und Trends – mit einem klaren Fokus auf Nachhaltigkeit, Digitalisierung und New Work. Zahlreiche Formate laden zudem zum fachlichen Austausch und Networking ein. Die Messe vereint die international führende Fachausstellung mit einem hochkarätigen Kongress, der praxisorientiertes Know-how mit neuesten wissenschaftlichen Erkenntnissen zusammenführt. Mit über 2200 Ausstellenden und einer Mischung aus internationalen Marktführern und Neuausstellenden bietet die A+A 2025 einen umfassenden Überblick über alle relevanten Innovationen und Entwicklungen.

Technologien erleben, Trends entdecken – von Exoskeletten über smarte PSA bis hin zur Corporate Wear der Zukunft
Die Messe präsentiert neuste Technologien und Produkte wie Exoskelette, Virtual-Reality-Anwendungen in der Arbeitssicherheit, Drohnenlösungen für den Katastrophenschutz sowie KI-gestützte Gefährdungsanalysen und ergonomische New Work Konzepte. Internationale Marktführer und aufstrebende Start-ups zeigen zudem aktuellste Produkte und Entwicklungen in der Persönlichen Schutzausrüstung (PSA), die Sicherheit, Wirtschaftlichkeit und Nachhaltigkeit eindrucksvoll miteinander verbinden.

Zusätzlich bietet die Messe eine große Auswahl an hochwertigen Komponenten, Geweben und Vorprodukten, denn die Qualität der Komponenten spielt eine entscheidende Rolle für die Leistungsfähigkeit und Sicherheit von Arbeitsausrüstungen.

Ein weiteres Highlight bietet der Bereich Corporate Wear und Workwear, der auf der A+A 2025 eine wichtige Rolle spielt. Die Anforderungen an moderne Berufsbekleidung verändern sich rasant: Nachhaltige Materialien, smarte Textilien (Wearables) mit integrierten Sensoren, individuelle Designs sowie genderneutrale, komfortable Schnitte stehen im Fokus. Die A+A 2025 zeigt, was möglich ist – sowohl an den Messeständen als auch spektakulär inszeniert auf der Fashion Show Bühne. Hier erleben Besucher live, wie sich Funktionalität, Sicherheit und modernes Design perfekt ergänzen.

Wissen vertiefen, Impulse mitnehmen – Messe und Kongress als Inspirationsquelle
Der A+A Kongress 2025 präsentiert sich mit neuen Formaten, die aktuelle Trends aufgreifen und praxisnah gestalten. Im Mittelpunkt stehen Themen wie Nachhaltigkeit und die Auswirkungen des Klimawandels, die Förderung von Gesundheit und psychischem Wohlbefinden in der Arbeitswelt sowie wirksame Präventionsstrategien – insbesondere für kleine und mittlere Unternehmen (KMUs). Auch die Rolle der Digitalisierung und Künstlichen Intelligenz im modernen Arbeitsschutz wird intensiv beleuchtet.

Ergänzend dazu bietet die WearRAcon Europe, die zum zweiten Mal im Rahmen der A+A auf der Messe stattfindet, mit ihrem Fokus auf tragbare Robotik eine spannende thematische Vertiefung und erweitert das Kongressangebot um zukunftsweisende Perspektiven im Bereich Exoskelette für den beruflichen Einsatz. Die Konferenz wird vom Fraunhofer IPA und dem IFF der Universität Stuttgart in Zusammenarbeit mit der Wearable Robotics Association (USA) organisiert.

Zukunftstechnologien fördern, Impulse geben und Ideen teilen
Ergänzt wird das Messe Angebot durch ein internationales Forenprogramm, das praxisnahe Lösungen für die Herausforderungen der Zukunft bietet. Im Trend Forum geben führende Experten Einblicke in aktuelle Entwicklungen und Forschungsergebnisse. Erstmals ist auch der BMWK YOUNG INNOVATORS Gemeinschaftsstand im Bereich „Gesundheit bei der Arbeit“ vertreten. Start-ups können hier ihre innovativen Lösungen für Arbeitsschutz, Ergonomie und Prävention präsentieren – mit finanzieller Förderung durch das Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz (BMWK).

Besonderes Augenmerk gilt auch der engen Zusammenarbeit mit dem Werkfeuerwehrverband, der auf der Messe zum Treffpunkt für Berufs- und Werksfeuerwehren aus dem In- und Ausland wird.

 

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A+A Messe Düsseldorf
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Messe Düseldorf

Photo ReHubs
30.04.2025

ReHubs: Change in Management Board

ReHubs, the European textile recycling alliance, is announcing today a change in its daily leadership: Robert van de Kerkhof is taking over as interim CEO from Chris Deloof, who returns to Ghent University after 2 years of successful engagement with the organisation.
 
ReHubs chairman, Alain Poincheval thanked Chris for bringing the organisation up to speed, which now includes over 30 member companies, including European brands, textile manufacturers, collectors and recyclers. Robert brings 30 years of experience from the textile industry, and has shown commitment to build a circular textile value chain in Europe through his earlier assignments. His engagement secures the continuity of ReHubs to scale up textile recycling capacity in Europe.

ReHubs, the European textile recycling alliance, is announcing today a change in its daily leadership: Robert van de Kerkhof is taking over as interim CEO from Chris Deloof, who returns to Ghent University after 2 years of successful engagement with the organisation.
 
ReHubs chairman, Alain Poincheval thanked Chris for bringing the organisation up to speed, which now includes over 30 member companies, including European brands, textile manufacturers, collectors and recyclers. Robert brings 30 years of experience from the textile industry, and has shown commitment to build a circular textile value chain in Europe through his earlier assignments. His engagement secures the continuity of ReHubs to scale up textile recycling capacity in Europe.

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ReHubs

30.04.2025

U.S. Textile Industry (NCTO) Sends Letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, following remarks the Secretary made about the U.S. textile industry at this morning’s White House daily press briefing:

 

Dear Mr. Secretary:

On behalf of the U.S. textile industry and our 471,000 American workers, we appreciate the Trump administration’s efforts to advance an America First Trade Policy to reshore high-quality industrial jobs by addressing unfair trade practices that have harmed U.S. manufacturers and workers for decades. As you may know, our industry publicly endorsed President Trump’s America First Reciprocal Trade Plan and the White House included our endorsement in its April 3 press release highlighting statements of support for the president’s initiative.

The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, following remarks the Secretary made about the U.S. textile industry at this morning’s White House daily press briefing:

 

Dear Mr. Secretary:

On behalf of the U.S. textile industry and our 471,000 American workers, we appreciate the Trump administration’s efforts to advance an America First Trade Policy to reshore high-quality industrial jobs by addressing unfair trade practices that have harmed U.S. manufacturers and workers for decades. As you may know, our industry publicly endorsed President Trump’s America First Reciprocal Trade Plan and the White House included our endorsement in its April 3 press release highlighting statements of support for the president’s initiative.

We are writing to request a meeting at your convenience with our top industry leaders. We noted your comments today during the press conference that “President Trump is interested in the jobs of the future, not the jobs of the past. We don't need to necessarily have a booming textile industry where I grew up again, but we do want to have precision manufacturing and bring that back.” Our industry saw your remarks and were disheartened to hear this sentiment, especially since this industry has been noted by President Trump himself on a number of occasions as critical and strategic. The U.S. textile industry was proud to make lifesaving PPE during the first Trump Administration in response to COVID. The U.S. proudly makes over 8,000 different products to the U.S. military alone to ensure we do not have to rely on foreign adversaries to make essential products. This is a strategically important, relevant, and key industry – which is why we were pleased the White House amplified the industry again in its press release on reciprocal tariffs.´

Today we write to underscore the importance of our industry and the jobs it offers to thousands of workers, sustaining communities across the United States. The U.S. textile industry provides much-needed employment in rural areas and has functioned as a springboard for workers out of poverty into good-paying jobs for generations, including in your home state of South Carolina. Last year, the multifaceted U.S. textile supply chain directly employed 471,000 workers and produced shipments of man-made fiber, yarns, fabrics, apparel and non-apparel sewn products valued at $64 billion.

The United States exported $28 billion worth of textile-related goods to global markets in 2024, making it the second largest exporter of textile and apparel products in the world. Most U.S. textile exports go to Canada, Mexico, or other Western Hemisphere countries with which the United States has a free trade agreement for finishing and return to the U.S. as apparel. This vibrant production supply chain with our closest trading partners competes directly against imports from China and other countries in Asia that often deploy unfair, predatory trade practices, such as subsidized production, dumped exports, intellectual property theft, undervalued currency, abhorrent labor abuses, and unsustainable environmental practices.

Our industry proudly remains a world leader in textile innovation with unparalleled breadth and scope of manufacturing capabilities. Over the past 10 years, the U.S. textile industry made $22.3 billion in capital investments in pursuit of the latest innovations related to sustainability and production. This focus on innovation enables the industry to create tens of thousands of products including apparel, industrial textiles, and home furnishings.

With the right policies, the Trump administration can encourage the U.S. textile industry to reinvest in America, preserve and grow our existing workforce, and spur greater production and sales of American-made textiles now and in the future.

We would like to meet at your convenience to discuss the critical nature of the U.S. textile industry and how the Administration can help this key supply chain onshore jobs. Thank you for your consideration of this timely request.

Respectfully,
Kimberly Glas, President and CEO

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NCTO

30.04.2025

New strategic partnership between DiloGroup and Kansan

Dilo Systems GmbH, a Germany-based manufacturer specializing in complete nonwoven lines, and Kansan Group, a Turkish manufacturer specializing in nonwoven converting lines, end-of-line solutions, and Wetlaid Nonwoven machinery, have signed a strategic partnership agreement to supply custom nonwoven lines. As part of this partnership, comprehensive solutions will be offered by integrating fiber preparation and carding equipment, wetlaid, hydroentanglement and needling lines, as well as converting and end-of-line equipment. Engineering work will be carried out by Dilo Systems GmbH as the main contractor.

Dilo Systems GmbH, a Germany-based manufacturer specializing in complete nonwoven lines, and Kansan Group, a Turkish manufacturer specializing in nonwoven converting lines, end-of-line solutions, and Wetlaid Nonwoven machinery, have signed a strategic partnership agreement to supply custom nonwoven lines. As part of this partnership, comprehensive solutions will be offered by integrating fiber preparation and carding equipment, wetlaid, hydroentanglement and needling lines, as well as converting and end-of-line equipment. Engineering work will be carried out by Dilo Systems GmbH as the main contractor.

The collaboration primarily focuses on specialized nonwoven markets, particularly for hygiene, medical, and technical applications. The production of specialized nonwovens consisting of short and long staple fiber layers is the goal. These nonwovens are typically made from cellulose pulp and carded materials. In hygiene and medical applications, short-cut cellulose materials play a critical role in absorbing and retaining liquids. When the fiber length drops below 12 mm, the faster flushability of cellulose material offers a significant advantage in terms of waste management.

Wetlaid pulp can be hydrodynamically shaped using headbox technology (flowlip, inclined wire), which can be designed according to demand.

Wetlaid products can be further processed with carded web layers and hydroentanglement, integrating into different production processes.

Kansan Materials has successfully established a production line capable of processing hybrid raw materials developed based on the latest hydrodynamic simulation calculations. This line is equipped with advanced software technologies that assist operators in managing production processes in a fully automated, computer-supported mode.

As the main contractor, Dilo Systems GmbH aims to enhance the efficiency of nonwoven production for the hygiene and medical sectors by integrating Kansan’s wet wipe converting lines and end-of-line equipment. In this scope, the integration of materials produced with Dilo’s “CycloPunch” and “MicroPunch” needling machines into Kansan’s wet wipe converting lines is planned. Kansan is a strong partner in this field, with its expertise and leading position in the industry.

This joint development process and marketing efforts lay an excellent foundation for offering complete lines that can produce carded and needle-punched, carded and hydroentangled, carded and wetlaid nonwovens, as well as combinations of these techniques.

With a vision of offering innovative and sustainable solutions in the nonwoven sector, this partnership aims to increase production efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. Dilo Systems GmbH and Kansan’s technical expertise provides faster, cost-effective production processes tailored to customer needs. Furthermore, solutions have been developed in line with sustainability goals, such as energy efficiency and the use of recyclable materials. This collaboration is designed to create new opportunities in global markets, particularly in the hygiene, medical, and technical sectors, while expanding our reach to a broader customer base.

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Dilo Systems GmbH

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Kämmerei Düsseldorf
30.04.2025

Concept Store „Kauf Dich Glücklich“ zieht in die Kämmerei Düsseldorf

Art-Invest Real Estate hat einen neuen Mieter für die Kämmerei Düsseldorf gewonnen: Kauf Dich Glücklich, der Berliner Concept Store für Mode, Accessoires und Wohnkultur, wird im Herbst 2025 eine neue Filiale auf rund 400 m² eröffnen. Die Ladenfläche verteilt sich auf zwei Ebenen und befindet sich in prominenter Lage an der Ecke Flinger Straße/Marktstraße – einem der meistfrequentierten Fußgängerbereiche in der Düsseldorfer Altstadt.
 
Mit dem neuen Standort in der Kämmerei setzt Kauf Dich Glücklich seine Expansion fort. Kürzlich eröffnete das Unternehmen neue Stores in Mainz und Bonn und ist inzwischen an 25 Standorten in 16 Städten vertreten. In Düsseldorf betreibt die Marke bereits ein Geschäft am Carlsplatz. Kauf Dich Glücklich steht seit über 20 Jahren für eine besondere Mischung aus Mode, Wohnaccessoires, Beauty-Produkten und kleinen Geschenkideen in skandinavisch-minimalistischem Design.
 

Art-Invest Real Estate hat einen neuen Mieter für die Kämmerei Düsseldorf gewonnen: Kauf Dich Glücklich, der Berliner Concept Store für Mode, Accessoires und Wohnkultur, wird im Herbst 2025 eine neue Filiale auf rund 400 m² eröffnen. Die Ladenfläche verteilt sich auf zwei Ebenen und befindet sich in prominenter Lage an der Ecke Flinger Straße/Marktstraße – einem der meistfrequentierten Fußgängerbereiche in der Düsseldorfer Altstadt.
 
Mit dem neuen Standort in der Kämmerei setzt Kauf Dich Glücklich seine Expansion fort. Kürzlich eröffnete das Unternehmen neue Stores in Mainz und Bonn und ist inzwischen an 25 Standorten in 16 Städten vertreten. In Düsseldorf betreibt die Marke bereits ein Geschäft am Carlsplatz. Kauf Dich Glücklich steht seit über 20 Jahren für eine besondere Mischung aus Mode, Wohnaccessoires, Beauty-Produkten und kleinen Geschenkideen in skandinavisch-minimalistischem Design.
 
Die Kämmerei Düsseldorf befindet sich in der Düsseldorfer Altstadt direkt neben dem Rathaus. Der vierflügelige, rund 10.000 m² umfassende Ziegelsteinbau aus den 1950er-Jahren wird von Art-Invest Real Estate unter Berücksichtigung von Denkmalschutzauflagen umfassend revitalisiert. Neben modernen Büroflächen entsteht im Erdgeschoss ein vielseitiges Nutzungskonzept mit Gastronomie - und Einzelhandelsflächen.
 
Die ersten Büroflächen werden bereits im Mai 2025 von der Wirtschaftsprüfungs- und Steuerberatungsgesellschaft Dr. Ganteführer, Marquardt & Partner bezogen. Mit der Ansiedlung von Büro- und Einzelhandelsmietern nimmt die Kämmerei zunehmend Gestalt an.

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Art-Invest Real Estate

29.04.2025

DEMGY acquires TOOL GAUGE, now DEMGY Pacific

On March 31, 2025, DEMGY Group took a decisive step in its international development strategy by acquiring the American company TOOL GAUGE, which specializes in the manufacture of plastic components for the interior of aircraft cabins. This acquisition will enable DEMGY to consolidate their position as one of the world leaders in high value-added plastics processing for civil and military aeronautics.

With this operation, DEMGY is extending its footprint on the North American market, a strategic territory for the aerospace sector. The American company, now renamed DEMGY Pacific, is thus joining a group already present in France, Germany, Romania and the United States, bringing the total number of the group's industrial sites to 10.

Recognized expertise for the benefit of American aerospace
Based in Tacoma, Washington State, TOOL GAUGE has nearly 60 years of experience in the processing of high-performance polymers and the machining of precision parts. Recognized for its operational excellence, it has been awarded the Silver Performance Excellence Award by Boeing for 9 consecutive years.

On March 31, 2025, DEMGY Group took a decisive step in its international development strategy by acquiring the American company TOOL GAUGE, which specializes in the manufacture of plastic components for the interior of aircraft cabins. This acquisition will enable DEMGY to consolidate their position as one of the world leaders in high value-added plastics processing for civil and military aeronautics.

With this operation, DEMGY is extending its footprint on the North American market, a strategic territory for the aerospace sector. The American company, now renamed DEMGY Pacific, is thus joining a group already present in France, Germany, Romania and the United States, bringing the total number of the group's industrial sites to 10.

Recognized expertise for the benefit of American aerospace
Based in Tacoma, Washington State, TOOL GAUGE has nearly 60 years of experience in the processing of high-performance polymers and the machining of precision parts. Recognized for its operational excellence, it has been awarded the Silver Performance Excellence Award by Boeing for 9 consecutive years.

The company has two complementary production units: one dedicated to plastic injection, particularly for interior fittings in aircraft cabins, and the other specializing in the machining of metal and plastic parts. This technical expertise considerably strengthens DEMGY's offering to major clients in the aerospace sector.

Airbus, Boeing: DEMGY stands out as a key partner
This strategic acquisition enables DEMGY to become a tier 1 supplier for Boeing and Airbus, as well as a tier 2 supplier for all their equipment manufacturers in Europe and North America. This positioning considerably strengthens the group's visibility and attractiveness on the global aerospace market.

"By strengthening its leadership in high value-added plastics processing for the aerospace and defense industries, the DEMGY Group has become one of the world's leading, if not the leading, supplier of plastic parts for cabin interiors directly to Airbus and Boeing, as well as to all American and European aircraft equipment manufacturers," says Pierre-Jean LEDUC, Chairman and CEO of DEMGY Group. "This enables us to deploy our high and extreme performance plastics solutions on a much larger scale".

Integration driven by DEMGY Group's cross-functional synergies
DEMGY Pacific will be managed by Mike Walter, also President of DEMGY Chicago, and Eric Wilmoth, Vice-President of Operations. Both will be tasked with implementing industrial and commercial synergies with all the entities of the group, particularly in terms of injection, assembly and decoration.

This integration will promote the development of global solutions to meet the growing demands of the aerospace industry in terms of lightness, performance and durability.

Target of 200 million euros: managed growth
With its 10 industrial sites and 950 employees, DEMGY forecasts sales of over 130 million euros by 2025. Our group's ambition is to reach 200 million euros by 2030, capitalizing on its unique know-how, capacity for innovation and proximity to major customers.

Materials lightening at the heart of decarbonization
For several years, DEMGY has been committed to reducing the carbon footprint of industries, by designing polymer materials that are lighter than metal, durable and recyclable.Thanks to our circular Multiplasturgy® offer, we integrate eco-design from the product development phase.

29.04.2025

INVISTA will hold downstream nylon fibers business

Nearly one year after announcing its intention to explore strategic alternatives for its nylon fibers business, INVISTA announced it made the decision to hold the business following a thorough marketing process.  

The decision was shared in a message to all employees from INVISTA president and CEO, Brook Vickery, and EVP of Downstream Nylon Fibers, Jeff Kugele, in early April.  

“While there was significant interest in the business, we reached the conclusion that INVISTA can create the most long-term value for the company by retaining ownership, and we are excited about the future potential of the business,” Vickery said.  

The marketing process focused on INVISTA’s nylon fiber portfolio, which includes airbag and industrial fibers, the CORDURA® businesses, and five supporting global manufacturing locations: Seaford, Delaware; Martinsville, Virginia; Kingston, Canada; Gloucester, UK; and Qingpu, China.

Nearly one year after announcing its intention to explore strategic alternatives for its nylon fibers business, INVISTA announced it made the decision to hold the business following a thorough marketing process.  

The decision was shared in a message to all employees from INVISTA president and CEO, Brook Vickery, and EVP of Downstream Nylon Fibers, Jeff Kugele, in early April.  

“While there was significant interest in the business, we reached the conclusion that INVISTA can create the most long-term value for the company by retaining ownership, and we are excited about the future potential of the business,” Vickery said.  

The marketing process focused on INVISTA’s nylon fiber portfolio, which includes airbag and industrial fibers, the CORDURA® businesses, and five supporting global manufacturing locations: Seaford, Delaware; Martinsville, Virginia; Kingston, Canada; Gloucester, UK; and Qingpu, China.

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nylon Invista
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Invista

Monforts Montex stenter.
Monforts Montex stenter.
29.04.2025

Monforts at the upcoming Morocco Stitch & Tex 2025

Monforts will exhibit at the upcoming Morocco Stitch & Tex 2025 exhibition which is taking place at the Casablanca International Fairground (OFEC) from May 13-15 at a critical juncture for the region’s textile manufacturers.

North African countries are currently looking to bolster their strong garment manufacturing operations with an expansion of textile production and finishing capacity, particularly with a view to exploiting the many benefits of the region’s close proximity to Europe and its cost and operational advantages. Morocco is already in the top ten of suppliers to the EU and has also had a free trade agreement with the USA since 2006. It further looks set to emerge as a beneficiary of the recently-proposed new tariffs on imports to the USA – if they eventually go ahead – compared to its competitors in Asia.

As a specialist in advanced technology for fabric finishing, Monforts is well positioned to help.

Monforts will exhibit at the upcoming Morocco Stitch & Tex 2025 exhibition which is taking place at the Casablanca International Fairground (OFEC) from May 13-15 at a critical juncture for the region’s textile manufacturers.

North African countries are currently looking to bolster their strong garment manufacturing operations with an expansion of textile production and finishing capacity, particularly with a view to exploiting the many benefits of the region’s close proximity to Europe and its cost and operational advantages. Morocco is already in the top ten of suppliers to the EU and has also had a free trade agreement with the USA since 2006. It further looks set to emerge as a beneficiary of the recently-proposed new tariffs on imports to the USA – if they eventually go ahead – compared to its competitors in Asia.

As a specialist in advanced technology for fabric finishing, Monforts is well positioned to help.

Industry standard
Montex stenters for fabric finishing are the industry standard, particularly in the sectors of denim and home textiles, providing a number of advantages in terms of production throughput and especially in energy efficiency and savings. The other key technologies in the company’s range include relaxation dryers, Thermex dyeing ranges, Monfortex compressive shrinking ranges and MontexCoat and coaTTex coating units.

In 2024, Monforts celebrated its 140th anniversary and its technologies are based on successive industry developments and know-how accummulated over many decades. The company was founded in 1884 in Mönchengladbach in Germany where it is still headquartered and where its Advanced Technology Centre (ATC) for fully industrial testing and trials for customers is also situated. Monforts machines have been manufactured at the company’s plant in Austria since 1982.

Retrofitting
Textile companies making major capital investments in new manufacturing lines rely on durability and it’s for this reason that there are currently an estimated 2,000 Monforts machines in operation worldwide – some of which were first installed over 30 years ago. This doesn’t mean, however, that they can’t benefit from many of the advances in performance and automation that have subsequently been made by Monforts. The retrofitting of specific modules with new control and drive technology – going far beyond the basic replacement of spare parts – can have a significant impact on the performance of an existing line.

Double-digit increases
“We have a strong presence in North Africa, particularly in Morocco, Algeria and Egypt, which remain key markets for us,” says Monforts Area Sales Manager Achim Gesser who will be at the show at stand D4 with specialists from Unionmatex, the company’s regional partner. “Imports of European textile machinery to Morocco have already been increasing in double-digit figures over the past few years and some exciting projects are currently underway there.”

These include plans to construct Africa’s largest textiles and garment manufacturing city in Morocco based on 568 factories and representing a planned investment of US$2 billion.

“There has been a lot of interest, in particular from Turkish textile manufacturers, in expanding their operations to North Africa and with over 600 line installations already established in Turkiye we have built up a lot of close relationships with the major textile manufacturers there,” Gesser adds. “We expect a lot of these companies to be at this major exhibition in Morocco, especially as it is covering the complete supply chain – from machinery and fibre and yarn suppliers to finished garment specialists. The Moroccan government’s Vision 2025 programme is targeting earnings of $10 billion for the clothing and garment sector at an average annual growth rate of 15% over the next five years and we are keen to help companies looking to contribute to this unprecedented growth.”

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AWOL for Monforts

29.04.2025

ECHA proposes restrictions on chromium(VI) substances to protect health

The European Chemicals Agency brings forward a proposal for an EU-wide restriction on certain hexavalent chromium, Cr(VI), substances. The aim is to reduce the harmful effects of these carcinogenic chemicals for both workers and the public.

At the request of the European Commission, ECHA has assessed the risks posed by certain Cr(VI) substances to workers and the public as well as the socio-economic impacts of potential restrictions.

The Agency concluded that an EU-wide restriction is justified as Cr(VI) substances are among the most potent workplace carcinogens and pose a serious risk to workers’ health. People living near industrial sites that release these substances into the environment are also at risk of lung and intestinal cancers.

ECHA proposes to introduce a ban on Cr(VI) substances, except in the following use categories when they meet defined limits for worker exposure and environmental emissions:

The European Chemicals Agency brings forward a proposal for an EU-wide restriction on certain hexavalent chromium, Cr(VI), substances. The aim is to reduce the harmful effects of these carcinogenic chemicals for both workers and the public.

At the request of the European Commission, ECHA has assessed the risks posed by certain Cr(VI) substances to workers and the public as well as the socio-economic impacts of potential restrictions.

The Agency concluded that an EU-wide restriction is justified as Cr(VI) substances are among the most potent workplace carcinogens and pose a serious risk to workers’ health. People living near industrial sites that release these substances into the environment are also at risk of lung and intestinal cancers.

ECHA proposes to introduce a ban on Cr(VI) substances, except in the following use categories when they meet defined limits for worker exposure and environmental emissions:

  1. Formulation of mixtures
  2. Electroplating on plastic substrate
  3. Electroplating on metal substrate
  4. Use of primers and other slurries
  5. Other surface treatment
  6. Functional additives/process aids

Such a restriction could replace the current authorisation requirements under REACH, ensuring that the risks associated with Cr(VI) substances are effectively controlled once they are no longer subject to REACH authorisation. Additionally, barium chromate is included in the scope of the restriction to avoid regrettable substitution.

The restriction could prevent up to 17 tonnes of Cr(VI) from being released into the environment and avoid up to 195 cancer cases each year. Over 20 years, the total monetised benefits are estimated to be €331 million or €1.07 billion, depending on the restriction option chosen. The total cost to European society is estimated at either €314 million or €3.23 billion. These costs include investments in measures to reduce environmental releases and worker exposure, cost of closures and relocations, and replacing Cr(VI) substances with safer alternatives.

All stakeholders have the opportunity to provide information backed by robust evidence during a six-month consultation, which is expected to start on 18 June 2025. ECHA is planning to organise an online information session to explain the restriction process and help stakeholders take part in the consultation.

Next steps
ECHA’s scientific Committees for Risk Assessment and Socio-Economic Analysis will evaluate the restriction proposal. In their evaluation, they will consider the scientific evidence received during the consultations.
The European Commission, together with the 27 EU Member States, will take the decision on the restriction and its conditions – based on ECHA’s proposal and the committees’ opinion.

ECHA is the EU’s chemicals agency responsible for implementing EU chemical regulations.

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Cr(VI) ECHA
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European Chemicals Agency

Teppichgarne Bild: © Beaulieu International Group
28.04.2025

B.I.G. Yarns: Großinvestition in hochmoderne Garnproduktion

B.I.G. Yarns, ein führender Hersteller von Teppichgarnen aus Polyamid (PA), Polypropylen (PP) und Polyester (PET) für technische Anwendungen und Anwendungen in Gewerbe- und Wohngebäuden sowie auf dem Automobilmarkt, investiert 25 Millionen Euro in seine französische Garnproduktionsstätte. Diese Investition unterstreicht das Engagement des Unternehmens für Innovation, Nachhaltigkeit und europäische Produktion. Sie umfasst die Installation modernster BCF-Anlagen, die die Führungsposition von B.I.G. Yarns im Bereich der einstufigen dreifädigen Garne ausbauen und die Position des Unternehmens als wichtiger Akteur auf dem Weltmarkt weiter festigen.

B.I.G. Yarns, ein führender Hersteller von Teppichgarnen aus Polyamid (PA), Polypropylen (PP) und Polyester (PET) für technische Anwendungen und Anwendungen in Gewerbe- und Wohngebäuden sowie auf dem Automobilmarkt, investiert 25 Millionen Euro in seine französische Garnproduktionsstätte. Diese Investition unterstreicht das Engagement des Unternehmens für Innovation, Nachhaltigkeit und europäische Produktion. Sie umfasst die Installation modernster BCF-Anlagen, die die Führungsposition von B.I.G. Yarns im Bereich der einstufigen dreifädigen Garne ausbauen und die Position des Unternehmens als wichtiger Akteur auf dem Weltmarkt weiter festigen.

B.I.G. Yarns konzentriert sich auf die Entwicklung und Produktion von einstufigen dreifädigen Garnen mit modernster Technologie, um dem Bedarf an Flexibilität und breiteren Designmöglichkeiten im Teppichfliesensegment gerecht zu werden. Der neu entwickelte Maschinenpark stellt einen entscheidenden Schritt in der Wachstumsstrategie von B.I.G. Yarns dar und gewährleistet ein energieeffizienteres, schnelleres und flexibleres Produktionssystem. Durch die Möglichkeit kleinerer Chargengrößen und anpassungsfähigerer Produktionsläufe kann B.I.G. Yarns seinen Vertragskunden ein äußerst wettbewerbsfähiges und nachhaltiges Produktangebot unterbreiten.

Die fortschrittliche Garntechnologie von B.I.G. Yarns erhöht die Design-, Kontrast- und Farbfreiheit für Teppichfliesenhersteller und verbessert gleichzeitig die Flexibilität und das Serviceniveau. „Wir bei B.I.G. Yarns glauben an die Kraft der Innovation und an unser Fachwissen, um unseren Kunden die besten Lösungen zu bieten,“ sagte Emmanuel Colchen, General Manager bei B.I.G. Yarns. „Diese Investition unterstreicht unser langfristiges Engagement auf dem europäischen Markt und unsere Fähigkeit, überlegene und nachhaltige Garnlösungen zu liefern, die den sich entwickelnden Bedürfnissen unserer Kunden entsprechen.“

Indem B.I.G. Yarns auch weiterhin in Europa investiert, unterstreicht das Unternehmen sein Engagement für die lokale Verankerung in einer wettbewerbsintensiven Branche. Angesichts des stetig wachsenden Marktdrucks durch Hersteller im Nahen Osten und in Asien nutzt B.I.G. Yarns seinen strategischen Standort in Europa – nur 500 km von seinen wichtigsten Kunden entfernt –, um schnellere Lieferungen, eine engere Zusammenarbeit und ein unvergleichliches Serviceniveau zu gewährleisten.

Quelle:

Beaulieu International Group

Photo Source Fashion
28.04.2025

Source Fashion Announces Move To Olympia’s Grand

The responsible Sourcing show, Source Fashion returns from the 8th -10th July 2025, is moving into a larger venue, The Grand Hall, Olympia London to accommodate its season-on-season growth. The show has grown by 30% each season, and now in its 3rd year, is showing no signs of slowing down.  Registration for the event is live from the 29th April 2025.    

Source Fashion is a global platform with exhibitors from over 25 countries including manufacturing power houses China, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Turkey as well as a growing focus on the UK and emerging African markets.

As the gateway to the UK fashion industry, Source Fashion connects audited, international manufacturers and suppliers with UK retailers, brands, wholesalers and corporates who want to make better. It has become a must-attend event for decision-makers in buying, sourcing, and procurement. Visitors can explore everything from white-label products to bespoke creation opportunities, all on the show floor.

The responsible Sourcing show, Source Fashion returns from the 8th -10th July 2025, is moving into a larger venue, The Grand Hall, Olympia London to accommodate its season-on-season growth. The show has grown by 30% each season, and now in its 3rd year, is showing no signs of slowing down.  Registration for the event is live from the 29th April 2025.    

Source Fashion is a global platform with exhibitors from over 25 countries including manufacturing power houses China, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Turkey as well as a growing focus on the UK and emerging African markets.

As the gateway to the UK fashion industry, Source Fashion connects audited, international manufacturers and suppliers with UK retailers, brands, wholesalers and corporates who want to make better. It has become a must-attend event for decision-makers in buying, sourcing, and procurement. Visitors can explore everything from white-label products to bespoke creation opportunities, all on the show floor.

February 2025 saw a 32% increase in visitors, its biggest increase to date with buyers, sourcing managers, product developers, technologists, and designers from some of retail’s biggest names, brands and retailers including John Lewis, Harrods, NEXT, Reiss, Fortum & Mason, QVC, Sophia Webster, Joseph, Lulu Guinness, ASOS, Pretty Lavish, Birkenstock, Chanel, Lucy & Yak, Oxford Shirt Company, French Connection, Aspinall’s, River Island, West Ham United, Sahara London, ME+EM and many more, attending.

Source Fashion has become renowned for its exceptional content program, designed to inspire, educate, and challenge visitors. This season’s programme will feature a variety of thought-provoking sessions and discussions, focused on driving growth and innovation in the fashion industry. The popular Source Debates stage, which facilitates conversations on the industry’s most pressing and provocative topics, will return, alongside the Catwalk Stage, showcasing live catwalks, case studies, panels, and interviews with top leaders in fashion retail, ensuring a dynamic and inspiring experience for all.

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Source Fashion London
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Photo Source Fashion

28.04.2025

ANDRITZ: Produktionslinie für spülbare Feuchttücher in die Türkei

Der türkische Garnhersteller Göliplik Şeremet Tekstil Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. hat den internationalen Technologiekonzern ANDRITZ beauftragt, eine komplette WetlaceTM-Linie zur Herstellung von Vliesstoffen für nachhaltige, spülbare Feuchttücher zu liefern. Mit dieser Investition unterstreicht Göliplik sein Engagement für nachhaltige Produkte und erweitert seine Geschäftstätigkeit.

Mit der neuen Produktionslinie steigt Göliplik mit hochwertiger Rollenware für spülbare Feuchttücher in den Vliesstoffmarkt ein. Die aus natürlichen, biologisch abbaubaren Fasern hergestellten Feuchttücher verfügen über ausgezeichnete Zugfestigkeit und lösen sich in Abwassersystemen schnell auf. Dieses neue Geschäftsfeld entspricht der Nachhaltigkeitsvision von Göliplik.

Die neXline wetlace-Linie umfasst modernste Technologien für Stoffaufbereitung, Approach Flow, Nassvlieslegung, Wasserstrahlverfestigung und Trocknung. Die Inbetriebnahme ist für das 1. Halbjahr 2027 geplant.

Der türkische Garnhersteller Göliplik Şeremet Tekstil Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. hat den internationalen Technologiekonzern ANDRITZ beauftragt, eine komplette WetlaceTM-Linie zur Herstellung von Vliesstoffen für nachhaltige, spülbare Feuchttücher zu liefern. Mit dieser Investition unterstreicht Göliplik sein Engagement für nachhaltige Produkte und erweitert seine Geschäftstätigkeit.

Mit der neuen Produktionslinie steigt Göliplik mit hochwertiger Rollenware für spülbare Feuchttücher in den Vliesstoffmarkt ein. Die aus natürlichen, biologisch abbaubaren Fasern hergestellten Feuchttücher verfügen über ausgezeichnete Zugfestigkeit und lösen sich in Abwassersystemen schnell auf. Dieses neue Geschäftsfeld entspricht der Nachhaltigkeitsvision von Göliplik.

Die neXline wetlace-Linie umfasst modernste Technologien für Stoffaufbereitung, Approach Flow, Nassvlieslegung, Wasserstrahlverfestigung und Trocknung. Die Inbetriebnahme ist für das 1. Halbjahr 2027 geplant.

Erdogan Seremet, Eigentümer und Geschäftsführer von Göliplik: „Durch die Investition in die neue Produktionslinie für spülbare Feuchttücher können wir in den vielversprechenden Vliessstoffmarkt einsteigen. Mit ANDRITZ als einem der führenden Technologielieferanten an unserer Seite sind wir überzeugt, dass wir unser Geschäft erfolgreich ausbauen können. Wir werden vom Know-how und der kontinuierlichen Entwicklung bei ANDRITZ profitieren.“

Göliplik Şeremet Tekstil Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. ist ein führender Garnhersteller. Das 1987 in Bursa gegründete Unternehmen betreibt vier Produktionsstätten, in denen es eine große Auswahl an Mischgarnen herstellt.

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Andritz AG

Gartex Texprocess India Photo by Gartex Texprocess India
28.04.2025

Gartex Texprocess India – Global Innovations and Rise in Advanced Manufacturing

As the Indian textile and apparel sector embraces digitisation, sustainability, smarter production and responsible manufacturing, Gartex Texprocess India emerges as a critical node in this narrative bringing together the textile and garment machinery manufacturers, denim mill owners, digital textile printing technology solution providers, as well as manufacturers of apparel fabrics, textile and textile processing machinery and more, who are set to unfold innovations. With 125+ participating companies, representing 300+ brands and growing participation from international countries, this edition will offer a panoramic view of the sectors next chapter.

India’s textile industry often referred to as the lifeblood of nations manufacturing economy, is on the cusp of a technology-led transformation. Leading this evolution is Gartex Texprocess India – Mumbai organised by Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd and MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd. The expo is a definitive sourcing and innovation platform growing with global participation and solutions for the future.

As the Indian textile and apparel sector embraces digitisation, sustainability, smarter production and responsible manufacturing, Gartex Texprocess India emerges as a critical node in this narrative bringing together the textile and garment machinery manufacturers, denim mill owners, digital textile printing technology solution providers, as well as manufacturers of apparel fabrics, textile and textile processing machinery and more, who are set to unfold innovations. With 125+ participating companies, representing 300+ brands and growing participation from international countries, this edition will offer a panoramic view of the sectors next chapter.

India’s textile industry often referred to as the lifeblood of nations manufacturing economy, is on the cusp of a technology-led transformation. Leading this evolution is Gartex Texprocess India – Mumbai organised by Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd and MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd. The expo is a definitive sourcing and innovation platform growing with global participation and solutions for the future.

What sets this edition apart is its focused attention on technology integration, automation and responsible manufacturing – themes that are redefining how India produces, sources and innovates on the global textile map through its product showcase as well as curated knowledge sessions.

A global showcase:
Making headlines this year is the strong international participation especially from China, Italy, Japan, Korea, Singapore and a dedicated pavilion for Taiwan, along with the leading Indian companies on board. Displaying a wide range of products for the garment and textile manufacturing industry. A few international names include: EPSON, Kornit and MACPI International among others. Some will participate directly and some through their partners and distributors. This global representation is matched with a stellar Indian line-up featuring names such as Balaji Sewing Machines, DCC, EH Turel, Mexum, Pantone and Sky Enterprises amongst others.

Denim Takes Centre Stage:
With the backing of Denim Manufacturers Association, the Denim Show at Gartex Texprocess India is expected to bring together all the major denim manufacturers and mill owners from India under one roof. As Indian denim exports steadily rise and demand for eco-conscious denim production grows, the show provides a much-needed window into how this resilient segment is re-inventing itself with sustainability and style at its core.

Trims & Accessories:
Beyond denim, this edition places a sharp focus on innovative fabric solutions, trims, digital screen printing and accessories – with dedicated zones for the Fabrics and Trims shows and Screen-Print India - Textile.

With 25+ new entrants and expanding categories, the Mumbai edition will be a hotspot for denim designers, boutique owners, apparel brands and labels, garment manufacturers, dyeing and finishing companies, distributors and agents of textile and garment machinery and accessories, merchandisers and sourcing heads scouting for the latest in material and design and more.

As India marches towards becoming a global textile powerhouse, Gartex Texprocess India – Mumbai 2025 will serve as the ultimate confluence of technology, talent and trade, weaving together a stronger future for the Indian textile industry.

Gartex Texprocess India is a leading exhibition in the textile manufacturing technology with collocated show: The Denim Show’ and dedicated featured zones of ‘Fabrics and Trims Show’ and ‘Screen Print India – Textile’ making this a one-stop destination for the textile manufacturing.

The expo is jointly organised by MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd and Messe Frankfurt Trade Fair India Pvt Ltd. Gartex Texprocess India Mumbai and is scheduled from 22 – 24 May 2025 at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, Maharashtra.

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Gartex Texprocess India

IVORY PARIS (c) IVORY PARIS
IVORY PARIS
28.04.2025

Scoop: A Curated Vision for the Season Ahead

London’s boutique curated showroom event Scoop returns for the Spring/Summer ’26 edition, opening at Olympia National Kensington 13-15 July 2025.  Under the discerning eye of Founder and Managing Director Karen Radley, this season promises a mix of fresh talent, with an exciting blend of emerging names and established international designers and lifestyle brands—all thoughtfully chosen to inspire and engage buyers in a dynamic yet intimate setting.
 
Karen Radley said, “I have always had a passion for discovering new and emerging talent and presenting them to top buyers from across the country and internationally. This July, we're creating a wonderful showcase celebrating originality and forward-thinking design with each collection offering something uniquely captivating for the market. Moving to our new home at Olympia National Kensington gives us more opportunities to surprise and delight Scoop visitors and we’re thrilled to reveal a few of the exciting designers joining the showcase. Watch this space for more to come!”
 

London’s boutique curated showroom event Scoop returns for the Spring/Summer ’26 edition, opening at Olympia National Kensington 13-15 July 2025.  Under the discerning eye of Founder and Managing Director Karen Radley, this season promises a mix of fresh talent, with an exciting blend of emerging names and established international designers and lifestyle brands—all thoughtfully chosen to inspire and engage buyers in a dynamic yet intimate setting.
 
Karen Radley said, “I have always had a passion for discovering new and emerging talent and presenting them to top buyers from across the country and internationally. This July, we're creating a wonderful showcase celebrating originality and forward-thinking design with each collection offering something uniquely captivating for the market. Moving to our new home at Olympia National Kensington gives us more opportunities to surprise and delight Scoop visitors and we’re thrilled to reveal a few of the exciting designers joining the showcase. Watch this space for more to come!”
 
In womenswear, IVORY PARIS is the definition of accessible luxury, designed in Italy and crafted from premium materials including pure cashmere, silk and merino wool. The collection of sophisticated and elegant separates is lightly tailored with a tonal colour palette. IVORY PARIS creates a fashion collection which blends premium style with sustainability, perfectly capturing the desire of the modern consumer.
 
Launched in 2015 the Korean fashion collection NORININE, is named for ‘A mixture of colours that makes fashion complete.’ Designed to outlast the seasons, NORININE features a capsule wardrobe of separates in a relaxed style with oversized tailoring and cropped waists created in a mix of textiles.   A favourite for Korean celebrities, the collection brings a fresh look to the UK market.
 
In footwear, Marseille born REQUINS, is a collection with beautiful heritage. A must-have in France the elegant shoe brand is expanding its appeal internationally being recognised for its perfect blend of French style, quality leathers and craftmanship. Currently selling to department stores and boutiques across France the collection is perfectly positioned to appeal to a UK customer.
 
In accessories, Maison Boinet belts combine a rich heritage going back to 1858 when it was founded in Château-Renault in the Centre Val de Loire, France. More than a just a belt accessory, it is the symbol of discreet luxury and timeless style that emphasises the waist. Since conception the collection has expanded to include bracelets and animal accessories designed to echo the style of the belts offering retailers something unique.
 
In jewellery, designed in the heart of Paris the established ZAG Bijoux collection is popular across France and sells to Harvey Nichols and Fenwick in the UK.  Launching at Scoop this July is their new and not to be missed premium line ZAG STUDIO which is destined to become the new cult favourite.
 
Recognised as a must-see on the international trade show circuit and Europe’s most innovative lifestyle event, Scoop will open its doors at Olympia National Kensington, this July with an edited line up of premium women’s fashion as well as luxury home, beauty and lifestyle collections. Visitors will discover over 200 designer labels in a beautiful space designed to make the buying process seamless.

Weitere Informationen:
Scoop London
Quelle:

Scoop International

Board of Directors of INDA and EDANA Photo (c) Inda & Edana
Board of Directors of INDA and EDANA
28.04.2025

INDA and EDANA Recommend New Entity - The Global Nonwovens Alliance

The Board of Directors of INDA and EDANA met this week to continue progress toward a vision of broad collaboration for the benefit of the industry detailed in a Letter of Intent signed by both organizations in September 2024.
 
This work has progressed to include a recommendation to incorporate a separate tax-exempt federation, the Global Nonwoven Alliance (GNA), with INDA and EDANA as the founding members. The purpose of this federation is to provide international leadership for the representation and responsible advancement of the global nonwovens industry (“Industry”) while respecting and benefiting its Members.
 
By aligning resources and expanding collaboration GNA will deliver a more unified and coordinated strategy toward the issues and opportunities faced by the Industry. GNA will enable enhanced programs and service value, reach and efficiency. These benefits will translate into increased local and regional benefits as well as drive innovation, operational efficiencies, and long-term industry growth.
 

The Board of Directors of INDA and EDANA met this week to continue progress toward a vision of broad collaboration for the benefit of the industry detailed in a Letter of Intent signed by both organizations in September 2024.
 
This work has progressed to include a recommendation to incorporate a separate tax-exempt federation, the Global Nonwoven Alliance (GNA), with INDA and EDANA as the founding members. The purpose of this federation is to provide international leadership for the representation and responsible advancement of the global nonwovens industry (“Industry”) while respecting and benefiting its Members.
 
By aligning resources and expanding collaboration GNA will deliver a more unified and coordinated strategy toward the issues and opportunities faced by the Industry. GNA will enable enhanced programs and service value, reach and efficiency. These benefits will translate into increased local and regional benefits as well as drive innovation, operational efficiencies, and long-term industry growth.
 
Under the proposed framework, INDA and EDANA will continue to operate as independent legal entities, maintaining their focus on regional markets and advocacy. They will also serve as founding members of GNA committed to leadership, staff and program coordination designed to enhance collaboration on cross-border industry priorities.
 
While some organizational details, transition provisions and approval timelines are being assessed by the INDA and EDANA Boards, both have expressed their strong support for the vision and purpose of GNA and are committed to responsibly advance this initiative.
 
INDA and EDANA remain committed to a transparent process, both for our members and the industry, and will provide regular updates as this work progresses.

Weitere Informationen:
INDA Edana Global Nonwovens Alliance
Quelle:

INDA

Move For the Planet (c) adidas
27.04.2025

Move For the Planet Returns - Sport Facilities Against the Effects of Extreme Weather Conditions

adidas announced its latest edition of Move For The Planet - the annual initiative that focuses on making sports facilities more resilient against extreme weather conditions, across the globe. By inspiring everyday athletes to track movement, funds are raised to help deliver sustainability education and help improve the places that sport is played.

For every ten minutes of relevant activity logged in the adidas Running app – or, for the first time, Strava - between 12th-25th May, adidas will donate €1 - up to a total of €1.5 million - to several projects across the globe.  Participants can choose from over 100 trackable sports and movements including running, swimming and wheelchair rugby – and add to the 400,000,000 minutes of movement already logged since the initiative began in 2023.

adidas announced its latest edition of Move For The Planet - the annual initiative that focuses on making sports facilities more resilient against extreme weather conditions, across the globe. By inspiring everyday athletes to track movement, funds are raised to help deliver sustainability education and help improve the places that sport is played.

For every ten minutes of relevant activity logged in the adidas Running app – or, for the first time, Strava - between 12th-25th May, adidas will donate €1 - up to a total of €1.5 million - to several projects across the globe.  Participants can choose from over 100 trackable sports and movements including running, swimming and wheelchair rugby – and add to the 400,000,000 minutes of movement already logged since the initiative began in 2023.

Working with its partners – Common Goal and UN Climate Change - adidas will donate the funds to implement and upgrade infrastructure for communities impacted by extreme weather. This includes weather-resistant facilities – such as water harvesting and purification systems introduced into projects such as United Through Sport in South Africa and waste management processes like the system implemented through Enabling Leadership in India.

The funds raised also provide accessibility to an education platform for global NGOs and organizations, that enable education on more sustainable actions – using the power of sport to help ensure its future in communities. This year, it will directly impact projects such as Girls United in Mexico, El Rio in Colombia, Red Deporte in Spain and United Through Sport in South Africa.

Since its inception, Move For The Planet has helped introduce sustainability education programs to over 8,000 individuals and over 23,000 people have had access to improved sporting facilities across all participating projects.

Ashley Czarnowski, Senior Director, Global Purpose Marketing at adidas said: “We’re delighted to welcome back Move For The Planet for a third year. It’s an extremely important initiative that helps to support sporting communities facing the effects of extreme weather.  With the continued expansion of sports and projects included in Move For The Planet, we can’t wait to see the movement and impact grow even further. This year we are calling for the adidas community to be catalysts for action; motivating the people in their lives to join in and get moving.”

To help inspire more movement, a new roster of global adidas athletes join Move For The Planet for the first time. This will include FIFA World Cup winner Alexis Mac Alister, Downhill Mountain Bike World Cup Champion Valentina Höll, Commonwealth Games gold medallist Ferdinand Omanyala and renowned health and fitness coach Massy Arias. Featuring in a series of short films inspired by their own connection to foundational sporting spaces, each athlete outlines the communities that rely on them, and the role these facilities play for the next generation of athletes.

Rute Caldeira, Head of Impact at Common Goal said: “Move for the Planet exemplifies the power of collaboration in driving the urgent action needed to make sports facilities more resilient. This partnership is invaluable to us, as it combines innovation with impact. Leveraging sports-for-good organizations, deeply rooted in the fabric of their communities, is a game-changing strategy in our approach to this goal. Over the past two years, Move for the Planet has delivered transformative results, enabling real and lasting improvements in some of the most resource-scarce regions of the world. We’re thrilled to continue this vital work into a third year, building a brighter future for the communities who need it most.”

Lindita Xhaferi-Salihu, Sports for Climate Action Lead at UN Climate Change, said: “This partnership aims to strengthen sustainability knowledge and action within the sports community, as it brings together diverse expertise and best practice case studies to sport organizations and sport NGOs. By sharing perspectives, needs and collaborating on solutions, we can drive positive change, strengthen communities, and create lasting impact through sport.”