From the Sector

Hong Kong–based New Focus Textiles is adopting Haelixa’s Swiss DNA traceability technology to strengthen trust and transparency in recycled cotton production. 

Haelixa, the Swiss-based global leader in DNA-based traceability, has enabled New Focus Textiles to provide forensic proof of recycled cotton content across its textile-to-textile manufacturing operations. This marks a significant move towards evidence-based verification in recycled material sourcing, addressing one of the main credibility gaps in the circular materials market.  

DNA-based forensic traceability for recycled cotton  
Haelixa’s DNA marker is applied directly to post-industrial and post-consumer waste, before shredding, staying intact through New Focus Textiles’ mechanical recycling process. The non-toxic DNA marker, which is derived from Swiss mountain herbs, is a permanent tag, and cannot be removed or copied, remaining embedded throughout spinning, weaving, dyeing, and finishing.  

At any point, the material can be tested in an accredited laboratory using a simple PCR analysis to confirm origin and verify the presence of recycled content. This method provides physical proof of the recycled fibre identity, going beyond certification schemes that rely on documentation and chain-of-custody declarations.  

Strengthening supply chain assurance  
New Focus Textiles produces GRS-certified recycled cotton fabrics from post-industrial and post-consumer feedstock under its T2T™ (Textile-to-Textile) programme. The integration of Haelixa’s DNA-based traceability ensures each recycled batch is scientifically identifiable and can be aligned with digital records on platforms such as TextileGenesis, enhancing material transparency at supplier, auditor, and brand level.  

Preparing for regulatory compliance  
The system supports upcoming EU Digital Product Passport requirements and wider regulatory scrutiny over green claims. It reduces reputational and compliance risk for brands that prioritise recycled materials. 

Ultrafiltration membranes used in pharmaceutical manufacturing and other industrial processes have long relied on separating molecules by size. Now, Cornell researchers have created porous materials that filter molecules by their chemical makeup.

Two molecules of identical size and weight but different chemistry, such as antibodies with distinct molecular structure, are difficult to separate using current ultrafiltration (UF) membrane technology. But in a study published Nov. 13 in Nature Communications, researchers find that blending chemically distinct block copolymer micelles – tiny self-assembling polymer spheres – could be applied to making membranes capable of filtering molecules by chemical affinity.

Scanning electron microscopy image (left) shows the surface of a porous asymmetric UF membrane created at Cornell by mixing chemically distinct block copolymer micelles. Machine-learning segmentation (right) identified patterns formed by different micelle types and chemistries, revealing how the approach could lead to UF membranes that sort by chemical affinity.

“This is the first real pathway to creating UF membranes with chemically diverse pore surfaces,” said Ulrich Wiesner, the Spencer T. Olin Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, and the study’s senior author. “In principle, post-fabrication processes may achieve this, but the cost would be prohibitive for industry to adopt it. This new approach could truly revolutionize ultrafiltration.”

Taking inspiration from nature – such as protein channels in cells that can distinguish between similar-sized metal ions using pore wall chemistry – lead author Lilly Tsaur, Ph.D. ’24, of the Wiesner group, explored how neutral and repulsive interactions among micelles influence their self-assembly within the top separation layer. By combining up to three distinct block copolymers, the team demonstrated how these competing interactions control where different chemistries appear in the pores of the film’s surface.

“While in principle this is a really simple idea, in practice, developing this experimentally is really difficult,” said Wiesner, also a professor in the Department of Design Tech. “In particular, identifying where the different micelle chemistries are located in the top separation layer is nontrivial.”

Using scanning electron microscopy, Tsaur imaged hundreds of samples to study how the different micelles arranged themselves. Because imaging could not easily identify the chemistries, she used machine learning to detect subtle differences in pore patterns to identify where each micelle type appeared.

Co-author Fernando A. Escobedo, the Samuel W. and M. Diane Bodman Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (Cornell Engineering), ran molecular simulations to help reveal rules that govern how the micelles self-organize – a challenge due to the large number of micelles and their tendency to assemble into states relatively far from equilibrium.

“This necessitated the use of highly coarse-grained models and numerous calibrations to capture the time and length scales involved in the experimental process,” said Escobedo, who conducted the research with Luis Nieves-Rosado, Ph.D. ’25.

The study builds on the Wiesner group’s previous advances in block copolymer self-assembly that led to the founding of Terapore Technologies, a startup company led by Rachel Dorin, Ph.D. ’13, that uses the group’s scalable block copolymer process to make cost-effective UF membranes that separate viruses from biopharmaceuticals. The new research paves the way for companies to use the same manufacturing process to produce membranes that can perform affinity separations based on programming pore surface chemistry.

“Companies simply want to change the recipe, the ‘magic dust,’ that goes into the same process they’ve been using for decades in order to give membranes chemically diverse pore surfaces,” Wiesner said. “Our method has the potential to lead to a paradigm shift in UF-based operations, and to open a whole new avenue for how to use UF membranes.”

Beyond filtration, the research could lead to new materials with novel properties for applications such as smart coatings that respond to their environment and biosensors that detect specific molecules. Wiesner’s group is continuing the work and developing methods to probe deeper into the top separation layer of these materials to see how the chemical patterns extend below the surface.

The research was supported by the National Science Foundation and was enabled by the Cornell Materials Research Science and Engineering Center and the Cornell Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Facility.

In a remarkable union of innovation and global expertise, the world’s largest fibre innovation congress, the Dornbirn Global Fibre Conference (GFC) Asia, was successfully held in Mumbai on November 18, 2025, hosted under the banner of the Techtextil India Symposium 2025. 

Under the theme ‘Shaping the Future: Sustainable Growth in Fibre Solutions and Innovations’, the event was a dynamic confluence of ideas, research breakthroughs and collaborative exchanges aimed at propelling the textile industry into a new era of responsible growth. The conference was supported by the Government of Tamil Nadu as a Partner State. 

The day-long conference included the latest research on sustainable fibres, innovations in eco-friendly manufacturing, breakthroughs in recycling & circular economy practices and the evolution of smart technical textiles. Discussions also addressed global fibre market shifts, policy frameworks shaping the industry and strategies for integrating sustainability into business models. These topics reflect the most pressing imperatives and emerging opportunities for manufacturers, designers, technologists and policymakers alike. 

The Dornbirn Global Fibre Conference is a collaboration between organisers, Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd and Austrian Fibers Institute. It cements India’s position as a powerhouse in textile innovation, sustainability and fibre technology. Set against the backdrop of India’s ambition to elevate its textile and apparel exports to USD 100 billion by 2030, the Dornbirn Global Fibre Conference Asia proved to be a seminal platform for industry visionaries to share pioneering discoveries and collaborate on building a greener, smarter, and more resilient textiles future. 

The conference highlighted key initiatives and industry potential:

• India is leading in converting post-consumer waste than many other developed countries 
• India recycles its bottles into yarn and plastic
• India’s EPR for plastic waste could be beneficial for speeding up the recycling of plastic waste into fibres 
• Using technology for collection and sorting will make feedstock available for the circular supply chain to work efficiently
• India shows positive signs and a huge the potential to become a recycled polyester hub

The India edition of the Dornbirn GFC Asia uniquely blended global expertise with India's vibrant textiles sector—a market rapidly advancing in technological innovation, sustainability efforts and export ambitions. The industry’s leading brands who were part of the conference included: Dodhia Group, Lenzing, Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions, Birla Cellulose, Erema Group GmbH, High Performance Textile Ltd, Pan Healthcare Pvt Ltd, TextileGenesis, Bekaert, FibreCoat GmbH and more. 

B&B Italia Group, in collaboration with Laflo, opens a new design destination located in the heart of Jakarta’s business district.
 
The setting is a unique villa, which connects indoor living space with extensive outdoor environment through glasshouse and ceiling to floor windows. The store is curated to tell a story of innovation, timeless style and quality, inviting clients to step into an Italian design world where every detail is crafted to inspire. 

The space unfolds through a series of seamless ambiances, each crafted to reflect different moods and lifestyles. Visitors are invited to embark on a pleasant journey, discovering products that resonate with their personal style and design DNA. 

With a net display area of 1,200 square meters, this monobrand store is the largest B&B Italia showroom in the Asia Pacific region, an important result for Indonesia and a testament to the country’s growing appreciation for design excellence. 

The monobrand store features a wide selection of the latest collections from the B&B Italia, B&B Italia Outdoor, Maxalto and Azucena.  

ALLIED Feather + Down, NetPlus®, PERTEX, and Resortecs, leaders in circularity, recycling, and advanced materials, are joining forces with the Swedish backcountry ski apparel makers at Peak Performance to introduce a paradigm-shifting circular jacket.

Until now, performance products that combine multiple materials, such as natural down insulation, zippers, and elastic trims, have been nearly impossible to recycle due to the complexity of disassembly at the end-of-life. By working with the circularity leaders at ALLIED, NetPlus, and Resortecs, Peak Performance designed and built the R&D Helium Loop Anorak, proving that advanced design, in collaboration with the right partners, can create real change. 

“For years now, brands have wanted to introduce more circularity into their products, but the onus has fallen on their ingredient partners and startups to make that happen,” said Matthew Betcher, Creative Director with ALLIED. “The reality is that garments need to be designed for circularity before any sense of recyclability can even start to be possible. That is why we are excited to bring our areas of expertise as innovative ingredient brands to Peak Performance to build, from the very beginning, a truly circular product. And what is even more exciting is that this project can stand as a beacon for entire product lines in the future.”

Each Peak Performance partner brings a unique aspect to this product. 

ALLIED supplies the 800-fill power down, which is a renewable, recyclable, and biodegradable insulation, making it perfect for this collaboration. NetPlus is fishing net waste, rescued before it pollutes the ocean, re-engineered into 100% PCR nylon yarn. NetPlus yarn is then woven by PERTEX to create the shell and liner for the Helium Loop. Resortecs makes Smart Stitch™, a heat-activated thread that enables easy material separation. At the end of the product’s lifespan, the stitching melts away with Smart Disassembly™ under controlled conditions, allowing the down plumes and shell material to be taken apart and recycled individually. 

Speaking about the project, designer Marie Andersson commented, “The core insight is that true circularity isn't about accepting compromises, it's about engineering garments to be unmade as thoughtfully as they're made. Our R&D Helium Loop proves that when premium materials meet thoughtful disassembly design with end-of-life in mind, circularity becomes a performance advantage as every component maintains its highest value across multiple lifecycles.”

David Stover, CEO of Bureo, the company behind NetPlus, added, "The Helium Loop R&D project demonstrates how responsible materials and design can prevent pollution and reduce reliance on fossil fuels – a win for the outdoor community. Technical outerwear is typically built from crude oil (virgin plastic), an outdated model that negatively impacts people and the planet through the entire supply chain. By connecting better materials with thoughtful design, the Peak Performance team was able to explore the worthwhile challenge of building products suited for end-of-life recycling and push forward on the industry transition away from fossil fuels."

The Helium R&D Helium Loop Anorak marks another step in Peak Performance’s long-term commitment to total range circularity by 2030.

Circulose has announced a partnership with Marks & Spencer (M&S), making the British retailer the first UK brand to join Circulose as a Scaling Partner. Circulose is a Swedish sustain-tech company that has developed a patented process, which enables the recycling of cellulosic textile waste, transforming it into a new material called CIRCULOSE®. Fast Company named Circulose (formerly Renewcell) one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2021 and was a winner of the 2023 World Changing Ideas Awards.

By joining forces, M&S is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and supporting Circulose’s mission to make circular materials mainstream. The brand will integrate a significant volume of CIRCULOSE® into its collections, helping drive broader adoption of next-generation circular materials across the industry.

CIRCULOSE®, made entirely from textile waste, helps fashion brands reduce their dependence on virgin fibers derived from trees, while delivering the same high quality and performance. By transforming discarded textiles into a new material, Circulose helps minimize waste, lower emissions, and ease pressure on land and forests, advancing the shift toward a global circular fashion system.

This partnership also validates Circulose’s renewed commercial strategy, centered on close, hands-on collaboration with global brands. Through its new licensing model and dedicated implementation support, Circulose supports brands to scale circular materials efficiently across the entire textile value chain, beyond capsule collections.

Eton Systems – a member of TMAS, the Swedish Textile Machinery Association – is taking part in the current Microfactories System Innovation project which is working on the development of a fully automated workflow for second hand garments.

Eton is contributing its well-proven transport system for material handling to the project, which also involves specialists at the Swedish School of Textiles in Borås, the Automation Region innovation cluster at Mälardalen University and the national collaboration platform iHubs Sweden.

High volumes
According to ThredUp’s 2025 Resale Report, the value of the global second-hand apparel market is already worth an annual $256 billion this year and growing at 10% annually to reach a value of $367 billion by 2029.

Additionally, the online resale segment alone is forecast to double over the next five years to around $40, billion reflecting higher growth of 17%.

“The volumes are now so large that handling must be automated for it to work,” says Jan Molin, CEO of Eton Systems. “The new EU regulations requiring separate collection of textiles are having an impact, but we are also seeing an increasingly positive attitude towards reuse and greater awareness of the textile industry’s environmental impact.”

AI categorisation
As part of the project, a test facility is being established at Science Park Borås involving garments being placed on custom product carriers within an Eton Systems conveyor system and transported through a series of stations. 

The garments are inspected using a vision system, after which AI is employed to categorise them based on parameters such as manufacturer, model and size. Any damage is analysed and the system also provides recommendations for possible repairs.

“The collected information is fed into a calculation model that, based on market data, makes suggestions for a sales price,” Molin explains. “Finally, the garment is photographed for marketing and then transported to a warehouse awaiting sale.”

Historic automation 
Eton’s material handling system was developed as early as the 1960s for the company’s own shirt production in Gånghester outside Borås. At the time, material handling was estimated to account for up to 80% of the manufacturing time. 

The company’s Unit Production System (UPS) was developed as an automated ceiling-mounted conveyor system that moved the shirts one by one through the various work steps, the company was able to move from mass production to one-off production.

“It provided many benefits, including shorter lead times, greatly reduced material handling time and better ergonomics for operators,” says Molin. “Quality defect costs were also reduced because defects could be detected on individual products instead of at the batch level.”

The UPS concept was very successful and in 1967 was spun off into the stand-alone automation company Eton Systems, which now runs its operations in a modern production facility in Nordskogen in Borås. Its customers are global with an emphasis on clothing production, home textiles and furniture manufacturing, but the system is also used in, for example, the transport and handling of plastic parts for the automotive industry.

Opportunities for Swedish industry
The textile industry has a major environmental impact, not least through extensive overproduction. Clothing companies often order large volumes from the manufacturers and what does not sell is sold out or destroyed. 

The Microfactories System Innovation project builds on previous projects that have mainly focused on developing small-scale, local and needs-based production. Now the focus is on the growing market for reuse.

“We see enormous potential in second hand,” says Molin. “It is an area that is growing rapidly and where there is room for innovation and new business models. There is also the opportunity to move technology from other industries.”

Work on the project started in 2024 and will continue for four years. For Eton Systems, participation means both a chance to test new applications for its technology and to strengthen the company’s ability to innovate.

“Collaboration with universities and innovation environments helps us to be at the forefront,” says Molin. “We can participate in freer and more visionary development, without having to take on all the work ourselves. But above all, it is about contributing to a more circular industry, where materials can be used for longer and in a smarter way.”

Accelerating circular systems
“It’s very encouraging to note this growing willingness by many consumers to embrace the second-hand market as an important component of the drive towards accelerating circular systems,” adds TMAS General Secretary Therese Premler-Andersson. “Automation and digitalization as developed by Swedish companies like Eton are increasingly innovating ways in which this market – and more generally textile manufacturing and retailing – can be sustained and made ever more efficient in the general fight against textile waste.”

The Microfactories System Innovation project is funded by the European Regional Development Fund, the Swedish Agency for Economic and Regional Growth, Region Västra Götaland and Region Västmanland.

Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, has been awarded a Gold rating by EcoVadis for the second consecutive year. This places Archroma in the top 5% of more than 150,000 companies assessed globally across 150 countries and 250 industries.

EcoVadis, the leading provider in business sustainability ratings, evaluates companies against stringent criteria covering environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. The Gold rating reflects Archroma’s continued progress in integrating sustainability across its operations and value chain.

Rajiv Sharma, CEO, Archroma, said: “As a company built on sustainable innovation, this recognition reflects our ongoing efforts to lead with purpose. Our strategy – from innovations to operational excellence – is centered on delivering measurable impact and long-term value for our customers, communities, and the planet.”

In a further step towards transparent ESG reporting, Archroma has recently completed a double materiality assessment under the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). This assessment considers how sustainability risks and opportunities affect Archroma’s business and how our operations impact the environment and society. The insights gathered will guide the company’s future sustainability strategy and will be publicly disclosed in the FY2025 Sustainability Report.

Rajiv also added: “The double materiality assessment reinforces our commitment to stakeholder engagement, ESG integration, and responsible growth. We will continue to align purpose, innovation, and accountability at every level of the organization.”

In line with India’s growing momentum to establish itself as a global textile manufacturing powerhouse, Techtextil India 2025, the country’s foremost B2B exhibition on technical textiles, nonwovens and composites, is set to return with an expansive and future-ready edition. Scheduled from November 19 to 21, 2025, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai, the 10th edition will feature over 215 exhibitors, including more than 100 first-time participants.

According to the Ministry of Textiles, India’s technical textiles exports stood at USD 2.92 billion in FY 2024–25, underscoring the sector/s growing global footprint. Packtech at 37.5% and Indutech at 28% emerged as the leading export categories, reflecting strong demand across industrial and packaging applications. With exports to the UK valued at USD 136 million, accounting for a 4.7% share, the data highlights India’s strengthening position in global value chains – setting the stage for platforms like Techtextil India that drive innovation, business and exchange of scientific knowledge for this high-growth segment. The expo will house 500+ products and 300+ brands with international participation from Belgium, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Sweden and the USA.

The integration of advanced manufacturing technologies, sustainability practices, focus on circularity and innovative fibers has become a necessity. Techtextil India 2025 plays a crucial role in driving this evolution by bringing together stakeholders across the value chain, fostering dialogue on policy and technology and accelerating industry-wide transformation. This year, the show takes a significant leap forward with its multi-functional approach, integrating new features under one roof — the Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference Asia, which will be held on 18th November 2025, the launch of Sporttech Pavilion, the feature of German Pavilion and a Techtextil India conference powered by Indian Technical Textile Association (ITTA). Together, these additions will enable participants to explore advanced applications of technical textiles across various sectors, including sports, automotive, defence, healthcare, construction, and sustainability.

India’s textile industry is undergoing a transformative shift driven by government reforms and industry-led innovation. Acknowledging the sector’s pivotal role in the national economy, the Ministry of Textiles has recently introduced significant amendments to the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles, with a focus on revitalising the man-made fiber (MMF) and technical textiles segments. The revision aims to enhance ease of doing business, attract new investments and generate employment, while aligning with the government’s broader vision of ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’.

These progressive measures underline the government’s commitment to fostering innovation, investment and employment generation within the sector — setting the stage for India to emerge as a global leader in high-performance textile manufacturing.

Commenting on the upcoming edition, Mr Raj Manek, Executive Director and Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd, stated: “The Indian textile industry is witnessing a remarkable transformation driven by government support, technological innovation and global demand for sustainable materials. Techtextil India 2025 will not only showcase the latest in technical textiles and nonwovens but also serve as a knowledge-driven hub connecting policy with practice. Our new initiatives – the Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference Asia, Sporttech Pavilion, German Pavilion and ITTA Technical Textiles Seminar – align perfectly with the nation’s textile growth mission, enabling participants to explore next-generation materials, solutions and business collaborations. We are proud to support India’s vision of becoming a global textile powerhouse.”

The Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference Asia, which is known for its focus on research-driven fiber innovation, will make its India debut, just a day before the expo on 18th November 2025, at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, marking a perfect prelude for Techtextil India 2025. On 19th November 2025, the Techtextil Symposium will feature various knowledge sessions under themes like ‘Smart Solutions for Key Segments of Technical Textiles,’ organised by the Indian Technical Textile Association (ITTA). Focusing on innovations and practical applications in geotextiles, agrotextiles and industrial textiles, this will provide a platform to interact with leading experts. On Day 3, the conference organised by the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) India will explore ‘Creating Tomorrow’s Circular Supply Chains: Technology, Collaboration & Capital for Tech Textiles and Plastics.’

The show will present credible developments in the fabrics for sports and activewear (Sporttech) category, leading to a dedicated Sporttech Pavilion organised in partnership with Concept N Strategies. A dedicated conference titled – ‘India’s activewear revolution scaling without compromise: Building a 360-degree ecosystem for premium, high-quality active wear that competes globally’ will spotlight high-performance fabrics and materials revolutionising sportswear and outdoor applications. The show will also house a conference on recycling, ‘Creating tomorrow’s circular supply chains: Technology, collaboration and capital for textiles and plastics.'

Besides these key features, the expo has seen an expansion into Mobiltech, Buildtech and Oekotech segments. Through these categories, the exhibition aims to connect manufacturers, technology providers, investors and policymakers under one unified platform to share insights, explore business opportunities and discuss the future of advanced textile materials. The event’s focus on innovation, sustainability and collaboration complements the national agenda of achieving self-reliance and global competitiveness in textiles.

The show will have the presence of key domestic industry leaders, including Aditya Birla Yarns, Khosla Profil, Park Nonwoven, Pidilite, Reliance, Welspun, Sanathan Textiles, Sarex Chemicals, and Suntech Geo. Meanwhile, the international exhibitors include ACM, Inc., Autefa Solution Germany GmbH, Bettarini & Serafini SRL, Brückner Textile Technologies GmbH & Co. KG, Georg Sahm GmbH & Co. KG, Innovatec Microfiber Technology GmbH & Co. KG, Procotex, Pulcra Chemicals GmbH, R&M International Sales Corporation, Reifenhäuser Enka Tecnica GmbH, Ring Maschinenbau GmbH, STC Spinnzwirn GmbH, Textechno Herbert Stein, VEIT Hong Kong Limited and Zoltek.

As high-value, sustainable and globally competitive textile production is receiving renewed focus, the synergy between government initiatives and industry platforms such as Techtextil India 2025 will continue to strengthen India’s leadership in the global textile landscape. The show has become synonymous with India’s textile ambition — weaving together innovation, collaboration and opportunity to create a more resilient, future-ready industry.

The expo has garnered support from key industry bodies, including the Manmade & Technical Textiles Export Promotion Council (MATEXIL), Indian Technical Textile Association (ITTA), Department of Textiles (Government of Maharashtra), while the Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference has garnered support from the Government of Tamil Nadu as the Partner State.

Interior designers are planners, craftspeople, consultants and designers all at once. Many of them work alone or in small teams – under high time pressure, with a clear goal: to design rooms that are harmonious down to the last detail. This makes it all the more important to have offerings that provide guidance, open up new perspectives and support the development of holistic solutions. 

Heimtextil 2026, taking place from 13 to 16 January in Frankfurt, offers a newly structured hall concept that enables targeted comparisons, saves time and provides valuable inspiration for consulting practice. In Halls 3.0, 3.1 and 4.1, interior designers will find all the components they need for well-thought-out room solutions – clearly structured, high-quality staged and practice-orientated presented.

Designing spaces means thinking in holistic contexts – and this is precisely what the new hall structure at Heimtextil is based on. Products are presented according to their use in the room: from wallpaper and window decorations to decorative and upholstery fabrics and floor coverings. This enables interior designers to find suitable combinations more quickly and experience materials in a holistic context. The trade fair tour becomes a real tool for everyday work.

DecoTeam sets impulses for the interior design trade 
A central meeting place for the industry is the DecoTeam in Hall 3.0: Under the motto “Happy up your Home”, leading suppliers such as Alfred Apelt, Erfal, Höpke Möbelstoffe, Infloor-Girloon, Karl F. Buchheister, MHZ Hachtel and Paulig Teppichweberei will be presenting coordinated solutions for holistic interior design. On Wednesday, 14 January 2026, the focus will traditionally be on the interior design trade. On this day, the DecoTeam invites visitors to a varied programme with inspiration from practice and design. The event will kick off with a lecture on “Design to be happy – International Interior Trends” by Corinna Kretschmar-Joehnk, followed by a short AI workshop with Axel Ligowski. He will show how interior designers can implement their creative ideas using digital tools.
 
The adjoining Design Lounge powered by DecoTeam presents an impressive range of brands: Brink & Campmann with the top brands Harlequin, Morris & Co, Ted Baker and Wedgwood Home, as well as Designers Guild with the exclusive brands Christian Lacroix and Ralph Lauren, are showcasing their latest collections here. The diverse range is complemented by renowned exhibitors such as Haro Carpets, Kadeco Sun Protection Systems, Kobe Fabrics, Otto Golze and Somfy. Also represented are Stoeckel & Grimmler with the renowned brands JOOP! Living, Schöner Wohnen and Esprit home, the wallpaper manufacturer Hembus, Theo Keller / Theko – with the brands Sansibar Sylt, Tom Tailor and Natur Pur – Tisca, and Unland with Pierre Cardin. 

The widest variety of decorative and upholstery fabrics
In Halls 3.1 and 4.1, quality is the common thread running through the entire range: leading manufacturers and weaving mills present the world's largest selection of furniture, decorative and upholstery fabrics, as well as genuine and imitation leather. Exhibitors include international brands such as Dickson Constant with Sunbrella (France), Edmund Bell (Great Britain), Manuel Revert and Nova Tapiceria (Spain), Vanelli Tekstil (Turkey) and Vescom Velvets (Netherlands). The Fibres & Yarns range combines the areas of fibre production, weaving and design. Angles Textil (Spain), Filtrading (Italy), Hoftex Färberei (Germany), Ilcat (Italy), Indorama Ventures Fibers (Germany), Korteks Mensucat (Turkey), Tintoria Sala and Torcitura Lei Tsu (Italy) present innovative materials and solutions for the textile value chain.