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19.06.2024

Vorschau auf MUNICH FABRIC START und VIEW

Unter dem Leitthema „Intuition“ lädt die MUNICH FABRIC START am 3. und 4. September 2024 die Modebranche ein, sich auf ihre innere Stimme zu besinnen.

Die kommende MUNICH FABBRIC START wird auf einer Gesamtfläche von 42.500 Quadratmetern erneut zu einem Treffpunkt der europäischen Modeszene. Die Veranstaltung vereint Designer, Produktverantwortliche und Modemacher, um in den circa 1.000 Kollektionen internationaler Premium-Hersteller die neuesten Trends für die Saison Herbst/Winter 2025/26 zu entdecken. Mit einer klaren Struktur und einem fokussierten Angebot in den acht Bereichen – ADDITIONALS, FABRICS, ReSOURCE, BLUEZONE, DESIGN STUDIOS, KEYHOUSE, SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS sowie THE SOURCE – bietet die MUNICH FABRIC START einen Überblick über relevante Entwicklungen der Modeindustrie.

Unter dem Leitthema „Intuition“ lädt die MUNICH FABRIC START am 3. und 4. September 2024 die Modebranche ein, sich auf ihre innere Stimme zu besinnen.

Die kommende MUNICH FABBRIC START wird auf einer Gesamtfläche von 42.500 Quadratmetern erneut zu einem Treffpunkt der europäischen Modeszene. Die Veranstaltung vereint Designer, Produktverantwortliche und Modemacher, um in den circa 1.000 Kollektionen internationaler Premium-Hersteller die neuesten Trends für die Saison Herbst/Winter 2025/26 zu entdecken. Mit einer klaren Struktur und einem fokussierten Angebot in den acht Bereichen – ADDITIONALS, FABRICS, ReSOURCE, BLUEZONE, DESIGN STUDIOS, KEYHOUSE, SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS sowie THE SOURCE – bietet die MUNICH FABRIC START einen Überblick über relevante Entwicklungen der Modeindustrie.

Eines der Highlights der MUNICH FABRIC START wird das Live-Event von Li Edelkoort sein, das als Private Lecture am 4. September 2024 von 11:00 bis 13:00 Uhr im MOC München stattfinden wird. Als anerkannte Trendforscherin wird Edelkoort Einblicke in die kommenden Modetrends geben und ihren Trend Forecast für Fashion, Textiles und Colour der Saison Autumn.Winter 2025-26 vorstellen. Zudem wird die Messe durch die Laufzeitverkürzung von drei auf zwei Tage effizienter gestaltet, was den Bedürfnissen der Branche nach fokussierteren Events mit kürzeren Reisezeiten entgegenkommt. Die Messe richtet sich damit an den aktuellen Markttrends, den Bedürfnissen der Aussteller und Besucher sowie den Veränderungen in den Reise- und Budgetgewohnheiten der Branche aus.

Innovativ gestaltete Trendforen und Präsentationen bieten einen Überblick über die neuesten Entwicklungen. Die MUNICH FABRIC START ist damit erneut eine All-in-One-Sourcing-Lösung, die das gesamte Mode-Ökosystem an einem Ort vereint.

AUSBLICK AUF DIE VIEW: 26. + 27. Juni 2024
Zum Saisonauftakt auf der VIEW Premium Selection werden nächste Woche mehr als 260 Kollektionen für Autumn/Winter 25/26 in den Segmenten FABRICS, ADDITIONALS, DENIM und SPORTSWEAR in der Interim Location am Karlsplatz Stachus gezeigt. Neben zahlreichen weiteren Herstellern sind Achille Pinto, Akin Tekstil, Almodo, Balli Rafanelli Bold, Barth & Könenkamp Seiden, Calik Denim, Cervotessile since 1815, Clerici Tessuto, Davaris Textiles, Dutel Creation, Elyaf Tekstil, Emmetex/Masterloom, Erica + Compagnia Della Seta, Eton Textile, Fitecom, Fortex, Jackytex, Liberty Fabrics, Limonta, Lisa, Lyria, Malhia Kent, Mario Bellucci, Milior, Nova Fides, Özdoku, Riopele, Sharabati Denim, Sidogras, SMI, Takisada, Teijin Frontier, Tessuti di Sondrio, Texapel, Viscotex, Weft, We Nordic Label Studios vor Ort in München.

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MUNICHFABRICSTART Exhibitions GmbH

ANDRITZ to supply needlepunch line to Şiteks Bild: ANDRITZ
19.06.2024

ANDRITZ to supply needlepunch line to Şiteks

International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from the Turkish insulation felt manufacturer Şiteks to supply a complete needlepunch line for its production plant in Tekirdag.

With this investment, Şiteks will expand its production capacity to meet the international demand for needlepunched nonwoven insulation products in the automotive and construction sectors. The line is scheduled to start up in the first quarter of 2025. This is the second line that Şiteks has purchased from ANDRITZ.

The ANDRITZ needlepunch eXcelle line for Şiteks can process different types of fibers, including natural fibers, and is specifically designed to meet the customer’s requirements in terms of productivity, quality, and sustainability.

Şiteks Şişmanlar Tekstil San. ve Tic. A.Ş, a member of the Hassan Group, is one of Europe’s largest manufacturers of thermal and acoustic insulation felts. Its products are used in a wide range of applications in the automotive, white goods, construction, and mattress and furniture industries.

International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from the Turkish insulation felt manufacturer Şiteks to supply a complete needlepunch line for its production plant in Tekirdag.

With this investment, Şiteks will expand its production capacity to meet the international demand for needlepunched nonwoven insulation products in the automotive and construction sectors. The line is scheduled to start up in the first quarter of 2025. This is the second line that Şiteks has purchased from ANDRITZ.

The ANDRITZ needlepunch eXcelle line for Şiteks can process different types of fibers, including natural fibers, and is specifically designed to meet the customer’s requirements in terms of productivity, quality, and sustainability.

Şiteks Şişmanlar Tekstil San. ve Tic. A.Ş, a member of the Hassan Group, is one of Europe’s largest manufacturers of thermal and acoustic insulation felts. Its products are used in a wide range of applications in the automotive, white goods, construction, and mattress and furniture industries.

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ANDRITZ AG

KARL MAYER GROUP: New General Manager at Romanian subsidiary (c) KARL MAYER GROUP
Patrick Mack
19.06.2024

KARL MAYER GROUP: New General Manager at Romanian subsidiary

The KARL MAYER GROUP founds a production company in Romania and hires Patrick Mack as an additional General Manager.

In October 2023, the KARL MAYER GROUP founded a production company in Romania to make itself more resilient and strengthen its competitiveness. KARL MAYER ROMANIA S.R.L. will initially start production in Baia Mare, which were rented in February 2024. A move to a new factory building in the neighbourhood is planned in the future.

In May of this year, Patrick Mack took up his position as General Manager at the Romanian subsidiary of KARL MAYER. He will be supported in his tasks by Manfred Reinhold, also at the head of KARL MAYER ROMANIA. Patrick Mack will manage the business locally.

The KARL MAYER GROUP founds a production company in Romania and hires Patrick Mack as an additional General Manager.

In October 2023, the KARL MAYER GROUP founded a production company in Romania to make itself more resilient and strengthen its competitiveness. KARL MAYER ROMANIA S.R.L. will initially start production in Baia Mare, which were rented in February 2024. A move to a new factory building in the neighbourhood is planned in the future.

In May of this year, Patrick Mack took up his position as General Manager at the Romanian subsidiary of KARL MAYER. He will be supported in his tasks by Manfred Reinhold, also at the head of KARL MAYER ROMANIA. Patrick Mack will manage the business locally.

The German-American has already set up a factory for a foreign company in Romania and has a clear idea of his new role: "KARL MAYER ROMANIA is of extreme strategic importance. That is why I want to build a site that fits seamlessly into the manufacturing footprint of the KARL MAYER GROUP. The new production facility should fulfil all KARL MAYER standards, contribute to the improvement of the company as a whole and represent it accordingly," explains Patrick Mack.

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KARL MAYER Verwaltungsgesellschaft AG

Jeanologia receives ‘Cristobal Balenciaga’ award (c) Jeanologia
Enrique Silla, CEO and founder of Jeanologia
18.06.2024

Jeanologia receives ‘Cristobal Balenciaga’ award

Jeanologia has been honored with the title of 'Best Business Project' in the inaugural edition of the Spanish Fashion Academy Awards, aimed at recognizing and highlighting the key players in the Spanish fashion industry.

At a gala celebrating Spanish talent, Jeanologia emerged as a leading authority in sustainability and technology applied to fashion. The accolade from the Spanish Fashion Academy acknowledges Jeanologia's global vision and leadership, as well as its ability to catalyze positive change in the global fashion industry. Chosen from over 400 contenders and endorsed by the votes of 129 distinguished founding academics, the award reflects the recognition of Jeanologia's influence in the sector.

The award ceremony, held on Thursday, June 13, at Madrid's Teatro Fernán Gómez Centro Cultural de la Villa, attracted prominent figures from the Spanish fashion scene and marked a significant moment in Spanish fashion, paying homage to the legacy of Cristóbal Balenciaga, a pivotal figure who would have turned 129 in 2024.

Jeanologia has been honored with the title of 'Best Business Project' in the inaugural edition of the Spanish Fashion Academy Awards, aimed at recognizing and highlighting the key players in the Spanish fashion industry.

At a gala celebrating Spanish talent, Jeanologia emerged as a leading authority in sustainability and technology applied to fashion. The accolade from the Spanish Fashion Academy acknowledges Jeanologia's global vision and leadership, as well as its ability to catalyze positive change in the global fashion industry. Chosen from over 400 contenders and endorsed by the votes of 129 distinguished founding academics, the award reflects the recognition of Jeanologia's influence in the sector.

The award ceremony, held on Thursday, June 13, at Madrid's Teatro Fernán Gómez Centro Cultural de la Villa, attracted prominent figures from the Spanish fashion scene and marked a significant moment in Spanish fashion, paying homage to the legacy of Cristóbal Balenciaga, a pivotal figure who would have turned 129 in 2024.

Enrique Silla, CEO and founder of Jeanologia, accepted the award statuette, a design by Helena Rohner inspired by Balenciaga's iconic headdress.

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Jeanologia / Sapristi Décom

18.06.2024

Dilo Temafa: Sale of line extension to Eco-Technilin

Dilo Temafa, a specialist in machinery and equipment for fibre preparation and natural fibre processing, announces the sale of a line extension to Eco-Technilin. The machines will complement an existing flax fibre preparation plant in France to enable higher fibre quality.

Eco-Technilin, a producer of sustainable materials, has chosen the machines to expand its production capacity and increase its efficiency. The plant expansion is specifically designed to efficiently clean flax scutcher tow and meet the high demands of modern manufacturing, while increasing process stability and plant availability.

Dilo Temafa has been active in the field of natural fibre extraction for more than thirty years and has supplied numerous systems for the processing of bast fibres, e.g. flax and industrial hemp. The fibres obtained are used in various industries, including the construction, automotive, nonwovens and textile industries, and make a contribution to minimising the ecological footprint.

Dilo Temafa, a specialist in machinery and equipment for fibre preparation and natural fibre processing, announces the sale of a line extension to Eco-Technilin. The machines will complement an existing flax fibre preparation plant in France to enable higher fibre quality.

Eco-Technilin, a producer of sustainable materials, has chosen the machines to expand its production capacity and increase its efficiency. The plant expansion is specifically designed to efficiently clean flax scutcher tow and meet the high demands of modern manufacturing, while increasing process stability and plant availability.

Dilo Temafa has been active in the field of natural fibre extraction for more than thirty years and has supplied numerous systems for the processing of bast fibres, e.g. flax and industrial hemp. The fibres obtained are used in various industries, including the construction, automotive, nonwovens and textile industries, and make a contribution to minimising the ecological footprint.

More information:
Dilo DiloGroup EcoTechnilin flax
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DiloGroup

Mayer & Cie. at ITM (c) Mayer & Cie
Relanit 3.2 HS II
18.06.2024

Mayer & Cie. at ITM

Mayer & Cie. presented an overview of its current portfolio in the circular knitting sector at the ITM in Istanbul. Two machine types – the SF4 3.2 III and the Relanit 3.2 HS II – and various smart solutions that make circular knitting more efficient were on display. knithawk, a tool for the optical detection of knitting defects, met with interest among the visitors. The same was true for knitlink, Mayer & Cie's hub for digital solutions. Spare parts packages and conversion kits are also in demand for the long-term value retention of Mayer & Cie. machines.

Relanit 3.2 HS II
The Relanit 3.2 HS mechanical single jersey machine offers high productivity, especially in the context of elastic plating. It processes a wide range of yarns and qualities reliably. It is suitable for processing recycled yarns. Their energy consumption is up to a third lower than that of a circular knitting machine with conventional technology.

Mayer & Cie. presented an overview of its current portfolio in the circular knitting sector at the ITM in Istanbul. Two machine types – the SF4 3.2 III and the Relanit 3.2 HS II – and various smart solutions that make circular knitting more efficient were on display. knithawk, a tool for the optical detection of knitting defects, met with interest among the visitors. The same was true for knitlink, Mayer & Cie's hub for digital solutions. Spare parts packages and conversion kits are also in demand for the long-term value retention of Mayer & Cie. machines.

Relanit 3.2 HS II
The Relanit 3.2 HS mechanical single jersey machine offers high productivity, especially in the context of elastic plating. It processes a wide range of yarns and qualities reliably. It is suitable for processing recycled yarns. Their energy consumption is up to a third lower than that of a circular knitting machine with conventional technology.

In Istanbul, Mayer & Cie. presented an updated version of its flagship, the Relanit 3.2 HS II. The new open-width take down is the single component that attracted the most interest. It ensures a uniform pull-off tension of the knitted fabric over its entire circumference. The knitted hose is only opened below the take-down rollers. Furthermore, the take-dwon is equipped with two drives: one for tensioning, one for rewinding. Both can be controlled separately.

Another innovation of the Relanit 3.2 HS is aimed at reducing downtimes: The needle with predetermined breaking point, which was developed together with Groz-Beckert, prevents it from breaking uncontrollably and, in the worst case, breaking needle butt. The new spring sinker is also a joint development with Groz-Beckert. This makes the Relanit 3.2 HS II run more smoothly, produce less noise as well as with less wear and tear.

SF4-3.2 III for lightweight three-tread fleece knitted fabrics
With its SF4-3.2 III, Mayer & Cie. is addressing a trend in the clothing industry that is reflected beyond Turkey: lightweight, elastic three-thread knitted fabrics in both pure cotton and blends.

New Control 5.0 machine control system
Both ITM machine exhibits were on display with the new Control 5.0 machine control system. Control 5.0 is a prerequisite for using knitlink, the hub for Mayer & Cie's digital applications. In this function, the machine control system attracted interest from various large customers.

In the standard SmartControl version, as shown in Istanbul, a so-called Smart Knob is attached to each machine foot. From there, all the functions that the machine operator needs for his work are available. More in-depth settings, such as those made by the knitting manager, are only possible from a mobile device. Any number of Mayer & Cie. machines can be operated from this at the same time.

knithawk
knithawk, a tool for optical defect detection, inspects the knitted fabric as it is produced. It sits in the single jersey machine directly at the knitting point. If knithawk detects a serious or recurring error, the machine is stopped. The tool also creates an error log.

Machine-specific upgrade and conversion kits
With its upgrade kits, Mayer & Cie. brings technological innovations to existing machines. These range from machine-specific upgrades, such as the Performance Kit for existing Relanit 3.2 models to the Senso Blue RS lubrication system.

In addition to the upgrade kits, Mayer & Cie. offers conversion kits for popular machine types. Two are currently available: for the MV4 3.2 II/MBF 3.2 and the S4-3.2 II/ SF4-3.2 III.

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Mayer & Cie.

Dibella: Laundry tracking service for customers (c) Datamars
18.06.2024

Dibella: Laundry tracking service for customers

Dibella is making life easier for its textile service customers with a new service: on request, hotel textiles can be ordered with Datamars transponders directly ex works. The chips are permanently available at the Dibella warehouse - the goods are delivered fully equipped.

To relieve its customers, Dibella now offers a new RFID-based laundry tracking service: On request, the company equips textiles ex works with LaundryChips (RFID tags), from Datamars (CH). Dibella is cooperating directly with the Swiss company for this unique service. Customers do not have to worry about ordering or providing the tags - saving them time and effort.

Dibella is making life easier for its textile service customers with a new service: on request, hotel textiles can be ordered with Datamars transponders directly ex works. The chips are permanently available at the Dibella warehouse - the goods are delivered fully equipped.

To relieve its customers, Dibella now offers a new RFID-based laundry tracking service: On request, the company equips textiles ex works with LaundryChips (RFID tags), from Datamars (CH). Dibella is cooperating directly with the Swiss company for this unique service. Customers do not have to worry about ordering or providing the tags - saving them time and effort.

Cost advantage
This new system offers a cost advantage because: It is much more cost effective to send large batches of chips bundled together for production than to make hundreds of shipments per year for each individual order. Handling costs are increasing and shipping costs, especially overseas, have risen immensely. In addition, the customs authorities in some countries are very strict when it comes to importing chips, and this new system also minimizes the risk of customs-related delivery delays.

Transponder data as a future service
Another service is already in the pipeline: Dibella will soon offer the option of directly reading out the LaundryChips in its main warehouse and providing them as a CSV file together with the delivery note. This will eliminate the work step of scanning new goods for the textile service - when the goods arrive, the CSV file is simply entered into the system and can then be fed directly into the laundry cycle.

As there are different chip systems from company to company, this solution cannot be implemented directly for all textile service companies - but Dibella wants to develop further.

Benefits of RFID for laundries and their customers
The RFID technology not only improves efficiency, reduces losses and increases profitability in the laundry industrial process. RFID also improves the quality of service that the textile services can offer to their customers, thanks to a more efficient workflow and instant data exchange between textile services and their customers. No more worries or discussions about lost textiles: the customer knows exactly how many and which pieces have arrived/departed from/to the laundry. In this way, transparency with the customer is improved and invoicing can be based on reliable data. In addition, portable RFID readers allow for automated and quick daily inventory at the customer’s site to request clean textiles from the laundry on time.

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Dibella GmbH

The winning team Eleonora Boccherini, Ilaria Ioja, Giorgio Gacci and Marianna Butera of the Hackathon at PIN. Photo: PIN
The winning team Eleonora Boccherini, Ilaria Ioja, Giorgio Gacci and Marianna Butera of the Hackathon at PIN
18.06.2024

Schmitz Textiles: Hackathon with Italian students

As part of the European Erasmus+ project AddTex, the partner organisations organised several hackathons at the universities of Boras (Sweden), UPC (Spain), PIN (Italy) and TUS (Ireland) in May. The aim is to connect students with real challenges in the industry and promote innovation in the areas of ecology, sustainability, digitalisation and design. The participants had received basic information in advance through the 45 training videos and training sessions of the free and public Smart, Digital and Green Skills Academy at https://addtex.eu.

As part of the European Erasmus+ project AddTex, the partner organisations organised several hackathons at the universities of Boras (Sweden), UPC (Spain), PIN (Italy) and TUS (Ireland) in May. The aim is to connect students with real challenges in the industry and promote innovation in the areas of ecology, sustainability, digitalisation and design. The participants had received basic information in advance through the 45 training videos and training sessions of the free and public Smart, Digital and Green Skills Academy at https://addtex.eu.

The hackathon at the Italian university PIN (Polo Universitario Città di Prato) was organised and held together with the technical textiles department of the Industrieverband Veredlung - Garne - Gewebe - Technische Textilien e.V. (IVGT). Eight teams competed to develop innovative, sustainable ideas in just a few hours for the German family business Schmitz Textiles GmbH & Co. KG, Emsdetten. Schmitz Textiles, an expert in complete textile solutions for indoor and outdoor use for over 100 years, plans to offer exclusively sustainable products in the medium term and is looking for solutions to continuously increase the existing recycled share of yarns to 100 per cent.

Stefan Schmidt from IVGT presented the challenge via Teams Conference: "We are looking for a new business model for textile recycling at awning manufacturer Schmitz-Textiles in order to increase the existing proportion of recycled yarns and go beyond the exclusive use of recycled PET bottles. Schmitz Textiles has had an awning fabric made from 100% recycled polyester in its range since the end of 2023. The medium-term goal is to switch the entire range of awning fabrics to 100% recycled yarns. The company is looking for suitable solutions to achieve this.

In small teams, the 30 students specialising in eco-design, textiles/sales and textiles/technology developed proposals and presented them in five-minute online pitches. Ralf Bosse for Schmitz Textiles and Iris Schlomski for the IVGT acted as the jury and assessed the individual presentations in the categories of degree of innovation, presentation, industrial application potential and potential for commercial success. Each idea presented and each presentation scored more or less points in the individual categories. In the end, the points scored were added up to determine the winning team, which can further develop its idea together with the company. For Schmitz Textiles, these are Eleonora Boccherini, Ilaria Ioja, Giorgio Gacci and Marianna Butera.

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IVGT

adidas and JJJJound: José Mourinho presents latest Collection (c) adidas AG
18.06.2024

adidas and JJJJound: José Mourinho presents latest Collection

adidas Originals and Montreal-based design studio, JJJJound, return to present their latest collection.

Inspired by the Three Stripes’ sporting heritage and driven by a commitment to authentic storytelling, the second adidas Originals by JJJJound collection draws on quintessential footballing aesthetics with a 7 piece apparel, accessories, and footwear offering.

The apparel and accessories selection includes an all black track top and matching pair of track pants, a tonal white jersey, and a black airliner bag, as well as a co-branded football and bag set. The collection is then rounded out by a new take on the classic Samba sneaker.

Accompanying the launch of the collection is a campaign featuring football legend José Mourinho. Captured by photographer Liam MacRae amidst a backdrop of quotidian Portuguese life, the José campaign is an ode to Samba’s time honored legacy in sport and culture.

adidas Originals and Montreal-based design studio, JJJJound, return to present their latest collection.

Inspired by the Three Stripes’ sporting heritage and driven by a commitment to authentic storytelling, the second adidas Originals by JJJJound collection draws on quintessential footballing aesthetics with a 7 piece apparel, accessories, and footwear offering.

The apparel and accessories selection includes an all black track top and matching pair of track pants, a tonal white jersey, and a black airliner bag, as well as a co-branded football and bag set. The collection is then rounded out by a new take on the classic Samba sneaker.

Accompanying the launch of the collection is a campaign featuring football legend José Mourinho. Captured by photographer Liam MacRae amidst a backdrop of quotidian Portuguese life, the José campaign is an ode to Samba’s time honored legacy in sport and culture.

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adidas AG

Rieter: Implemention of complete spinning process (c) Rieter
From left to right: Sheng Du, Sales Engineer, Rieter, South China; Renguan Lian, Regional Sales Manager, Rieter, South China; Michael Hubensteiner, Country Managing Director Rieter China; Yiyu Zhan, Chairman of Guangxi Baisheng; Chanhong Feng, Manager of Guangxi Baisheng; Michael Wang, Senior Vice President, Rieter, Sales China.
18.06.2024

Rieter: Implemention of complete spinning process

Guangxi Baisheng Textile Co., Ltd. signed an agreement with Rieter to implement the world’s first complete spinning process using Rieter’s latest air-jet spinning technology J 70.

This move will enable the vertically integrated textile company based in Guangxi, China, to further ensure a steady yarn supply for its knitting operations. Rieter’s air-jet spinning machine J 70 features 200 individually automated spinning units that independently manage quality cuts and natural ends down quickly and efficiently. The J 70 also boasts delivery speeds of up to 600 meters per minute and supports up to four lots simultaneously. In addition, Rieter’s latest generation yarn clearer identifies weak yarn during production.

Guangxi Baisheng Textile Co., Ltd. signed an agreement with Rieter to implement the world’s first complete spinning process using Rieter’s latest air-jet spinning technology J 70.

This move will enable the vertically integrated textile company based in Guangxi, China, to further ensure a steady yarn supply for its knitting operations. Rieter’s air-jet spinning machine J 70 features 200 individually automated spinning units that independently manage quality cuts and natural ends down quickly and efficiently. The J 70 also boasts delivery speeds of up to 600 meters per minute and supports up to four lots simultaneously. In addition, Rieter’s latest generation yarn clearer identifies weak yarn during production.

CARBIOS and TOMRA Textiles join forces (c) CARBIOS
Mathieu BERTHOUD, Strategic Sourcing Director, CARBIOS; Vibeke KROHN, Head of TOMRA Textiles; Emmanuel LADENT, CEO, CARBIOS; Mari Larsen SÆTHER, Recycling Lead, TOMRA Textiles
18.06.2024

CARBIOS and TOMRA Textiles join forces

CARBIOS and TOMRA Textiles, a tech venture set up by the sorting technology company TOMRA, announce the signing of an agreement to collaborate on establishing an efficient stream in Northern Europe from textile waste collection, sorting and preparation to recycling using CARBIOS’ enzymatic depolymerization technology at its first commercial plant currently under construction in Longlaville, France

The monomers obtained will be used to produce recycled polyester (r-PET) fiber, closing the loop for polyester textile circularity.

The innovations from both TOMRA Textiles and CARBIOS contribute to addressing critical gaps in the value chain and significantly increase textile-to-textile recycling from its current rate of 1%1. By accelerating a circular economy for polyester, a sustainable alternative to incineration or landfill is made available.

CARBIOS and TOMRA Textiles, a tech venture set up by the sorting technology company TOMRA, announce the signing of an agreement to collaborate on establishing an efficient stream in Northern Europe from textile waste collection, sorting and preparation to recycling using CARBIOS’ enzymatic depolymerization technology at its first commercial plant currently under construction in Longlaville, France

The monomers obtained will be used to produce recycled polyester (r-PET) fiber, closing the loop for polyester textile circularity.

The innovations from both TOMRA Textiles and CARBIOS contribute to addressing critical gaps in the value chain and significantly increase textile-to-textile recycling from its current rate of 1%1. By accelerating a circular economy for polyester, a sustainable alternative to incineration or landfill is made available.

TOMRA Textiles is on a mission to close the gap in textile circularity, by contributing to designing and scaling textile sorting plants. Under this partnership agreement, TOMRA Textiles will explore specific, tangible measures to enable the preparation of post-consumer polyester waste for biorecycling according to CARBIOS’ specifications.

CARBIOS' biorecycling technology involves breaking down polyester fibers into their basic components using enzymes, which are then used to produce high-quality recycled PET materials such as fibers for the textile industry. The breakthrough collaboration with TOMRA will redirect the challenging PET fraction of polyester textile waste towards biorecycling, showcasing a mutual dedication to pioneering recycling solutions for a circular economy.

1 Ellen MacArthur Foundation, 2017

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CARBIOS

Zehnter Jungtextilerkongress im TEXOVERSUM (c) Joshua Lehmann für Südwesttextil
17.06.2024

Zehnter Jungtextilerkongress im TEXOVERSUM

Mitte Mai reisten rund 150 Auszubildende, duale Studierende und Nachwuchstextiler ins TEXOVERSUM. Das vom Wirtschafts- und Arbeitgeberverband für den Campus der Hochschule Reutlingen gespendete Gebäude bot mit seiner futuristischen Textilfassade viel Raum für Austausch und Vernetzung.

Mitte Mai reisten rund 150 Auszubildende, duale Studierende und Nachwuchstextiler ins TEXOVERSUM. Das vom Wirtschafts- und Arbeitgeberverband für den Campus der Hochschule Reutlingen gespendete Gebäude bot mit seiner futuristischen Textilfassade viel Raum für Austausch und Vernetzung.

Passend zum diesjährigen Thema Künstliche Intelligenz startete der Tag nach einer Begrüßung mit einem Vortrag von Marie Weedermann von FAIBRICS. Das Start-up hat ein Qualitätskontrollsystem für textile Nähte mithilfe von Künstlicher Intelligenz entwickelt und steht damit im Landesfinale des „Start-up BW Elevator Pitch 2024“. Eyob Mulugeta, Ingenieur im Bereich High Temperature Materials & Technologies bei der Ariane Group, erklärte anhand einer Düsenstruktur für ein Raketentriebwerk, welchen Einsatz Textilen als Basis für keramische Faserverbundwerkstoffen in der Luft- und Raumfahrt haben. Darüber hinaus zeigte er das Potential von künstlicher Intelligenz zur Beschleunigung der Materialentwicklung auf. Einen dritten Vortrag hielt Anton Schumann, Textilunternehmer, über die Studie „MOON – Lust auf Zukunft“ (im Auftrag von Amann Nähgarne und AFBW), die konkrete Handlungsempfehlungen für die Transformation der Branche aufzeigt. Neue Geschäftsmodelle bieten für die europäische Textilindustrie weiterhin Chancen im Rahmen des Green Deal und veränderter globaler Wertströme.

Das Publikum zeigte sich begeistert von den Impulsen und erkundete im Anschluss das Gebäude und das Technikum der TEXOVERSUM Fakultät Textil der Hochschule Reutlingen. Die Teilnehmenden lernten beispielsweise mehr über die Funktionsweise der Nassvliesanlage, den Unterschied zwischen Flach- und Rundstrick und die Materialien hinter der einzigartigen Fassade des TEXOVERSUM. Die Zukunft der Fahrzeuginnenräume erlebten sie im Virtual Reality Labor des Studiengangs Transportation Interior Design. Zum Abschluss des Tages sorgte Slackliner Lukas Irmler noch für Spannung beim Jungtextilerkongress. In seiner Keynote berichtete er davon, wie es ihm gelingt, seine Komfortzone zu verlassen und sich selbst trotz Rückschlägen zu Höchstleistungen zu motivieren. Er forderte sein Publikum auf, selbst den nächsten Schritt in Richtung ihrer Träume zu wagen. Mit Teamwork spannten die  eilnehmenden zum Abschluss eine Slackline, auf der Irmler mühelos Platz nahm.

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Südwesttextil – Verband der Südwestdeutschen Textil- und Bekleidungsindustrie e.V.

2nd Bangladesh Circular Economy Summit Photo: Bangladesh Apparel Exchange
17.06.2024

2nd Bangladesh Circular Economy Summit

Fashion industry leaders, organizations, and government representatives came together for the 2nd Bangladesh Circular Economy Summit in Dhaka to exchange insights and expertise aimed at advancing circularity within the apparel and textiles sector in Bangladesh.

The Summit, organized by the Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE) in collaboration with German development cooperation agency GIZ and in association with the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bangladesh at Radisson Blu Water Garden, Dhaka on June 11, spotlighted the importance and ways of transitioning from a linear economic model to one that prioritizes resource efficiency and waste reduction.

The discussions and engagement at the summit aimed at propelling the transition from a linear to a circular model in Bangladesh’s apparel and textile industries.

The summit began with an inaugural ceremony, followed by four insightful plenary sessions, three engaging panel discussions, and an innovative breakout session. Through these platforms, participants explored strategies to accelerate the adoption of circular practices within Bangladesh’s apparel and textile industries.

Fashion industry leaders, organizations, and government representatives came together for the 2nd Bangladesh Circular Economy Summit in Dhaka to exchange insights and expertise aimed at advancing circularity within the apparel and textiles sector in Bangladesh.

The Summit, organized by the Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE) in collaboration with German development cooperation agency GIZ and in association with the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bangladesh at Radisson Blu Water Garden, Dhaka on June 11, spotlighted the importance and ways of transitioning from a linear economic model to one that prioritizes resource efficiency and waste reduction.

The discussions and engagement at the summit aimed at propelling the transition from a linear to a circular model in Bangladesh’s apparel and textile industries.

The summit began with an inaugural ceremony, followed by four insightful plenary sessions, three engaging panel discussions, and an innovative breakout session. Through these platforms, participants explored strategies to accelerate the adoption of circular practices within Bangladesh’s apparel and textile industries.

Speakers at the Opening ceremony

  • H.E. Jahangir Kabir Nanak, Honorable Minister for Textiles & Jute, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh,
  • Mr. Siddiqur Rahman, former President of BGMEA
  • Mr. Thijs Woudstra, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bangladesh
  • Mr. Jan Janowski, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Germany in Bangladesh
  • Mr. Mostafiz Uddin, Founder & CEO, Bangladesh Apparel Exchange
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Bangladesh Apparel Exchange

KARL MAYER erhält Preis für nachhaltiges Indigofärben  (c) Thomas Ecke / DISQ / ntv / DUP UNTERNEHMER
: ntv-Moderator Torsten Knippertz (links im Bild) im Interview mit Arno Gärtner, CEO der KARL MAYER GROUP
17.06.2024

KARL MAYER erhält Preis für nachhaltiges Indigofärben

KARL MAYER erhält für seine Lösung zum nachhaltigen Indigofärben den Deutschen Award für Nachhaltigkeitsprojekte 2024.

In der Bertelsmann-Repräsentanz in Berlin erhielt das Unternehmen am 11. Juni 2024 den Deutschen Award für Nachhaltigkeitsprojekte 2024 in der Kategorie „Produktion“ und landete hier zudem auf Platz 1 unter den insgesamt vier Preisträgern.

Der Preis wird vom Deutschen Institut für Service-Qualität, dem DUP-Unternehmer-Magazin und dem Nachrichtensender ntv verliehen. Schirmherrin ist die ehemalige Justiz- und Wirtschaftsministerin Brigitte Zypris, die zugleich zum Jury-Team gehört. Das hochkarätig besetzte Entscheidungsgremium sondiert Projekte aus allen Wirtschaftsbereichen, die Nachhaltigkeit vorbildhaft umsetzen – in diesem Jahr 70 Unternehmen aus insgesamt 342 Nominierungen.

KARL MAYER erhält für seine Lösung zum nachhaltigen Indigofärben den Deutschen Award für Nachhaltigkeitsprojekte 2024.

In der Bertelsmann-Repräsentanz in Berlin erhielt das Unternehmen am 11. Juni 2024 den Deutschen Award für Nachhaltigkeitsprojekte 2024 in der Kategorie „Produktion“ und landete hier zudem auf Platz 1 unter den insgesamt vier Preisträgern.

Der Preis wird vom Deutschen Institut für Service-Qualität, dem DUP-Unternehmer-Magazin und dem Nachrichtensender ntv verliehen. Schirmherrin ist die ehemalige Justiz- und Wirtschaftsministerin Brigitte Zypris, die zugleich zum Jury-Team gehört. Das hochkarätig besetzte Entscheidungsgremium sondiert Projekte aus allen Wirtschaftsbereichen, die Nachhaltigkeit vorbildhaft umsetzen – in diesem Jahr 70 Unternehmen aus insgesamt 342 Nominierungen.

Die KARL MAYER GROUP überzeugte durch die Entwicklung von BLUEDYE, einer Lösung zur umweltschonenden Denim-Produktion. Die Jury lobte das Projekt als gute Lösung, die alle Ziele einer Produktionsverbesserung bedienen kann, u. a. Optimierungen bei Qualität und Umweltschutz sowie Reduzierung der Kosten. Dem Projekt wird eine hohe Relevanz für die nachhaltige Produktion von Jeans zugesprochen.

BLUEDYE ist eine Alternative zu den umweltbelastenden Verfahren der heutigen Denim-Produktion. Sie zahlt auf gleich vier Ziele der Sustainable Development Goals für Unternehmen der Vereinten Nationen ein.

Durch die stickstoffbasierte Färbetechnologie minimiert BLUEDYE die erheblichen Mengen an Wasser und Chemikalien, die herkömmlicherweise beim Denim-Färbeprozess verbraucht werden. Der Bedarf an den Hauptschadstoffen Hydrosulfit und Natronlauge kann um mehr als 60 % und die benötigte Wassermenge um mindestens 50 % reduziert werden. Zusätzlich entsteht weniger Garnabfall. Damit trägt BLUEDYE zu einer nachhaltigen Produktion bei (Ziel 12).

Weniger Chemikalieneinsatz bedeutet zugleich weniger Wasserverschmutzung – ein Vorteil, der im Verbund mit der erheblichen Wassereinsparung für sauberes Wasser und damit für die Erfüllung von Ziel 6 sorgt. Zudem führen weniger Schadstoffe im Produktionsprozess zu einem gesünderen, menschenwürdigeren Arbeitsumfeld, wie es beim Ziel 8 gefordert wird.

Gemäß dem Ziel 9 fördert BLUEDYE Innovation durch die Einführung modernster Technologien. 2018 hat KARL MAYER Patente für eine fortschrittliche Denim-Färbetechnologie erworben und auf der Grundlage seines umfassenden Textilmaschinen-Know-hows eine marktfähige Anlage mit höchstem Kundennutzen entwickelt.

Mit BLUEDYE können die Unternehmen der Denim-Branche ihre Produktionsprozesse effizienter und umweltfreundlicher gestalten und ihre Wettbewerbsfähigkeit verbessern: Die positiven Effekte durch BLUEDYE wurden durch Vergleichsmessungen an einer Pilotanlage bei einem Feldtestkunden evaluiert. Referenzwerte bei der Gegenüberstellung waren die Verbrauchsdaten einer bereits seit Längerem im Betrieb befindlichen Produktionsanlage.

Mit BLUEDYE lassen sich die Betriebskosten um bis zu 20 % senken und zugleich die hohen Käuferanforderungen an die Farbqualität der Stoffe und die Farbdurchdringung der Garne von Jeans erfüllen.

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KARL MAYER Verwaltungsgesellschaft AG

INDA applauds Passing of WIPPES Act (c) INDA
17.06.2024

INDA applauds Passing of WIPPES Act

INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environments Safety (WIPPES) Act (H.R. 2964). The WIPPES Act, which creates national standards for “Do Not Flush” labeling for non-flushable wipes, passed out of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce in December of 2023, and on June 12, it cleared the House floor in a bipartisan vote. The bill now awaits consideration in the Senate Science, Commerce, and Energy Committee.

This bipartisan legislation is intended to address the growing problem of sewer system clogs caused by improper disposal of consumer wipes that are not intended to be disposed of in toilets. This federal solution is the result of a years-long industry collaboration with wastewater operators which has resulted in the passage of similar legislation in seven states. The WIPPES Act will create a national standard based on existing state laws to ensure non-flushable wipes will carry prominent “Do Not Flush” labeling on packaging.

INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environments Safety (WIPPES) Act (H.R. 2964). The WIPPES Act, which creates national standards for “Do Not Flush” labeling for non-flushable wipes, passed out of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce in December of 2023, and on June 12, it cleared the House floor in a bipartisan vote. The bill now awaits consideration in the Senate Science, Commerce, and Energy Committee.

This bipartisan legislation is intended to address the growing problem of sewer system clogs caused by improper disposal of consumer wipes that are not intended to be disposed of in toilets. This federal solution is the result of a years-long industry collaboration with wastewater operators which has resulted in the passage of similar legislation in seven states. The WIPPES Act will create a national standard based on existing state laws to ensure non-flushable wipes will carry prominent “Do Not Flush” labeling on packaging.

“INDA has championed this legislation for the past two years and we are encouraged to see it pass out of the House. We extend our thanks to the bill sponsors, our industry and wastewater partners, and INDA members as we take another step forward to make “Do Not Flush” labeling nationwide,” said Wes Fisher, Director of Government Affairs.

The WIPPES Act lead sponsors in the House are Representative Lisa McClain (R-MI) and Representative Mary Peltola (D-AK) and the bill was introduced in the Senate by Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Senator Susan Collins (R-ME).

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INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

17.06.2024

CEMATEX appoints new president

CEMATEX, the European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers, announced the appointment of Alex Zucchi as its new president. Mr Zucchi was elected at the General Assembly held on 14 June 2024.

Mr Zucchi has been active in CEMATEX, having been involved in the ACIMIT delegation since 2015. He is the immediate past president of ACIMIT, and continues to be a staunch advocate of the sustainability cause, including promotion of the ACIMIT green label and the recycling of textile machinery. Currently, he is the managing director and partner of Ferraro, a manufacturer specialising in finishing machinery.

Following Mr Zucchi's election, the General Assembly expressed its gratitude to the outgoing president, Ernesto Maurer, who led the association with enthusiasm and professional competence for four years. Mr Maurer will continue to be involved in CEMATEX as its vice president.

CEMATEX, the European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers, announced the appointment of Alex Zucchi as its new president. Mr Zucchi was elected at the General Assembly held on 14 June 2024.

Mr Zucchi has been active in CEMATEX, having been involved in the ACIMIT delegation since 2015. He is the immediate past president of ACIMIT, and continues to be a staunch advocate of the sustainability cause, including promotion of the ACIMIT green label and the recycling of textile machinery. Currently, he is the managing director and partner of Ferraro, a manufacturer specialising in finishing machinery.

Following Mr Zucchi's election, the General Assembly expressed its gratitude to the outgoing president, Ernesto Maurer, who led the association with enthusiasm and professional competence for four years. Mr Maurer will continue to be involved in CEMATEX as its vice president.

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Cematex

Girbau: Appointment of new President (c) Girbau
17.06.2024

Girbau: Appointment of new President

Girbau, a company in total textile care solutions, has appointed Diego Hervás as its new President. Hervás takes on this role with the aim of supporting Girbau's planned growth, contributing his strategic vision and results-oriented approach, in line with the company's values and legacy.

Mercè Girbau, Chair and CEO, and Pere Girbau, CEO, the third generation of this family firm, will continue to perform their functions and work on long-term strategy, innovation, sustainability and corporate culture. Both highlighted Hervás' career in both multinationals and family firms, emphasizing "his ability to fit into Girbau's strategic plan and vision".

Diego Hervás' career includes over 20 years experience in executive positions in multinationals like Xerox and major family businesses like Comexi. In these projects he has proven his capacity for leadership, innovation and team management. Hervás studied Telecommunications Engineering and has complemented his training with a range of courses and master's degrees in management at prestige institutions including IESE and INSEAD.

Girbau, a company in total textile care solutions, has appointed Diego Hervás as its new President. Hervás takes on this role with the aim of supporting Girbau's planned growth, contributing his strategic vision and results-oriented approach, in line with the company's values and legacy.

Mercè Girbau, Chair and CEO, and Pere Girbau, CEO, the third generation of this family firm, will continue to perform their functions and work on long-term strategy, innovation, sustainability and corporate culture. Both highlighted Hervás' career in both multinationals and family firms, emphasizing "his ability to fit into Girbau's strategic plan and vision".

Diego Hervás' career includes over 20 years experience in executive positions in multinationals like Xerox and major family businesses like Comexi. In these projects he has proven his capacity for leadership, innovation and team management. Hervás studied Telecommunications Engineering and has complemented his training with a range of courses and master's degrees in management at prestige institutions including IESE and INSEAD.

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Girbau Textile Care President
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Girbau

Unisport eröffnet erstes Geschäft in Deutschland (c) Unisport
17.06.2024

Unisport eröffnet erstes Geschäft in Deutschland

Unisport, ein Fachhändler für Fußballausrüstung, eröffnet seinen ersten physischen Store in Deutschland. Das neue Geschäft befindet sich im Münchner Stadtzentrum und öffnete seine Türen kurz vor der mit Spannung erwarteten Fußball-Europameisterschaft am 14. Juni. Die Eröffnung dieses Flagship-Stores markiert einen bedeutenden Meilenstein für Unisport, das seit 2016 eine erfolgreiche E-Commerce-Plattform in Deutschland betreibt.

Das Münchner Geschäft ist strategisch günstig in der Innenstadt zwischen Stachus und Marienplatz gelegen. Mit dem Fokus auf ein immersives Fußballerlebnis bietet der neue Flagship-Store:

  • Ein breites Sortiment an Fußballtrikots, einschließlich das der deutschen Nationalmannschaft (DFB) und weiterer, bei der EM teilnehmender Nationen (Italien, Frankreich, Spanien, England usw.).
  • Den offiziellen EM 2024 Fußball von adidas
  • Die neuesten Fußballschuhe.
  • Personalisierte Bedruckung von Trikots mit eigenem Namen und Nummer oder dem des Lieblingsspielers.
  • Das Spiel “Subsoccer”.

Unisport, ein Fachhändler für Fußballausrüstung, eröffnet seinen ersten physischen Store in Deutschland. Das neue Geschäft befindet sich im Münchner Stadtzentrum und öffnete seine Türen kurz vor der mit Spannung erwarteten Fußball-Europameisterschaft am 14. Juni. Die Eröffnung dieses Flagship-Stores markiert einen bedeutenden Meilenstein für Unisport, das seit 2016 eine erfolgreiche E-Commerce-Plattform in Deutschland betreibt.

Das Münchner Geschäft ist strategisch günstig in der Innenstadt zwischen Stachus und Marienplatz gelegen. Mit dem Fokus auf ein immersives Fußballerlebnis bietet der neue Flagship-Store:

  • Ein breites Sortiment an Fußballtrikots, einschließlich das der deutschen Nationalmannschaft (DFB) und weiterer, bei der EM teilnehmender Nationen (Italien, Frankreich, Spanien, England usw.).
  • Den offiziellen EM 2024 Fußball von adidas
  • Die neuesten Fußballschuhe.
  • Personalisierte Bedruckung von Trikots mit eigenem Namen und Nummer oder dem des Lieblingsspielers.
  • Das Spiel “Subsoccer”.
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Unisport / crystal communications GmbH

EURATEX elects new President (c) EURATEX
From the left: Ismail Kolunsag, Barbara Cimmino, Mario Jorge Machado and Grégory Marchant.
17.06.2024

EURATEX elects new President

Portuguese textile entrepreneur, Mario Jorge Machado, has been elected President of EURATEX during its General Assembly on 14 June. The Assembly also nominated Alberto Paccanelli as Honorary President.

Mario Jorge Machado has an extensive career in textiles. Mario is currently a shareholder and director of "Adalberto Textile Solutions, S.A.", where he applies advanced management practices to boost competitiveness and innovation. He has been president of the Textile and Clothing Association of Portugal (ATP) since 2019, and he stands out for his strategic leadership in the textile and clothing sector, promoting innovation and sustainability. He represents ATP on the Board of CIP - Confederação Empresarial de Portugal and chairs CIP's strategic council for the environment and sustainability.

With a degree in Production Polymer Engineering from the University of Minho, his expertise ranges from continuous process improvement to the development of B2B commercial teams and B2C business models. His vision encompasses operational excellence and the implementation of sustainable practices, contributing to the evolution of the textile industry.

Portuguese textile entrepreneur, Mario Jorge Machado, has been elected President of EURATEX during its General Assembly on 14 June. The Assembly also nominated Alberto Paccanelli as Honorary President.

Mario Jorge Machado has an extensive career in textiles. Mario is currently a shareholder and director of "Adalberto Textile Solutions, S.A.", where he applies advanced management practices to boost competitiveness and innovation. He has been president of the Textile and Clothing Association of Portugal (ATP) since 2019, and he stands out for his strategic leadership in the textile and clothing sector, promoting innovation and sustainability. He represents ATP on the Board of CIP - Confederação Empresarial de Portugal and chairs CIP's strategic council for the environment and sustainability.

With a degree in Production Polymer Engineering from the University of Minho, his expertise ranges from continuous process improvement to the development of B2B commercial teams and B2C business models. His vision encompasses operational excellence and the implementation of sustainable practices, contributing to the evolution of the textile industry.

The Assembly also nominated Alberto Paccanelli as Honorary President, recognising over a decade of commitment to EURATEX and the European textile industry.

EURATEX General Assembly also elected 4 other members of the Presidency Team: Michael Kamm (ZWILLING Gruppe, Germany), Barbara Cimmino (Yamamay, Italy), Grégory Marchant (UTT, France) and Ismail Kolunsag (Cross Tekstil, Turkey). During the Assembly, EURATEX also welcomed new memberships from CEMATEX and Forschungskuratorium Textil e. V., and a partnership with Reju. (France).

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EURATEX

Textilballen Foto Fa. Wenkhaus
13.06.2024

Zentrales Thema für EPR: Eigentum an den Textilien

Die Eigentumsfrage, die sich bereits wie ein roter Faden durch die Verpackungsgesetzgebung zieht, wird auch im Zusammenhang mit der geplanten Errichtung eines EPR-Systems für Textilien höchste Priorität für die Branche haben, hob bvse-Hauptgeschäftsführer Eric Rehbock vor rund 100 Teilnehmer:innen auf dem 11. Internationalen Alttextiltag in Dresden hervor.

„Die Einführung eines geeigneten EPR-Systems ist ein äußerst komplexes Thema, das der bvse mit seinem Fachverband Textilrecycling und über seinen europäischen Branchendachverband EuRIC nach Kräften begleiten wird. Es dürfen sich auf keinen Fall die Fehler wiederholen, die bereits in der Vergangenheit begangen wurden“, so Rehbock.

Ein zentrales Kriterium sei die Festlegung des Eigentums an den Textilien, machte Rehbock deutlich. Das Interesse, gute und nachhaltige Qualität zu generieren, sei entscheidend damit gekoppelt, dass die Unternehmen eigene Verantwortung tragen und den Output selber vermarkten können. Dies habe man ganz klar aus den Erfahrungen mit dem Verpackungsbereich lernen können: „Wenn nur nach Tonnage bezahlt wird, ist die Qualität, die hinten herauskommt, egal“, so der Verbandschef.  

Die Eigentumsfrage, die sich bereits wie ein roter Faden durch die Verpackungsgesetzgebung zieht, wird auch im Zusammenhang mit der geplanten Errichtung eines EPR-Systems für Textilien höchste Priorität für die Branche haben, hob bvse-Hauptgeschäftsführer Eric Rehbock vor rund 100 Teilnehmer:innen auf dem 11. Internationalen Alttextiltag in Dresden hervor.

„Die Einführung eines geeigneten EPR-Systems ist ein äußerst komplexes Thema, das der bvse mit seinem Fachverband Textilrecycling und über seinen europäischen Branchendachverband EuRIC nach Kräften begleiten wird. Es dürfen sich auf keinen Fall die Fehler wiederholen, die bereits in der Vergangenheit begangen wurden“, so Rehbock.

Ein zentrales Kriterium sei die Festlegung des Eigentums an den Textilien, machte Rehbock deutlich. Das Interesse, gute und nachhaltige Qualität zu generieren, sei entscheidend damit gekoppelt, dass die Unternehmen eigene Verantwortung tragen und den Output selber vermarkten können. Dies habe man ganz klar aus den Erfahrungen mit dem Verpackungsbereich lernen können: „Wenn nur nach Tonnage bezahlt wird, ist die Qualität, die hinten herauskommt, egal“, so der Verbandschef.  

In Deutschland wurden bereits über Jahre gut funktionierende Strukturen in der textilen Sammlung, Sortierung und Verwertung aufgebaut.

„Wir haben in Deutschland ein Sammel- und Verwertungssystem für Alttextilien, das in Europa seinesgleichen sucht. Im Hinblick auf die EU-weite Diskussion um die verpflichtende Getrenntsammlung von Textilien ab Januar 2025 können wir sagen: In Deutschland ist bereits alles da!

An dem bestehenden Gemeinwerk von gewerblichen, caritativen und kommunalen Sammlern, Sortierern und Verwertern muss auch nichts verändert werden", hob der bvse-Vizepräsident und Vorsitzende des Fachverbandes Textilrecycling, Stefan Voigt, hervor.

„Allerdings kommen wir nicht mehr umhin, ein EPR-System zu errichten, dass der Branche Unterstützung bei der Gewinnung von Finanzmitteln für die Aufrechterhaltung ihres bewährten Systems leistet“, machte Voigt deutlich, denn diese habe mittlerweile ein immer größer werdendes Finanzproblem:
„Unsere Branche verrichtet eine Dienstleistung an der Bevölkerung und muss, im Gegensatz zu anderen Stoffströmen, dafür bezahlen – und das sofort oder sogar vorab. Die Finanzmittel für die Aufrechterhaltung des Systems durch den Verkauf der Alttextilien erhalten die Unternehmen der Alttextilbranche oft jedoch Monate, im Exportgeschäft sogar teilweise erst ein ganzes Jahr später“, so Voigt. „Die Alttextilbranche benötigt dringend ein EPR-System, das frische Gelder in das System bringt und deren Wirken im Sinne der Kreislaufwirtschaft unterstützt."

Bei der Implementierung eines geeigneten Systems ginge es allerdings nicht ohne eine Organisation, in der alle Daten zusammenfließen, hob Hauptgeschäftsführer Eric Rehbock hervor. Nur so könne man das Problem mit nicht registrierten Trittbrettfahrern vermeiden, die Produkte auf den Markt werfen, ohne sich an der Finanzierung für Sammlung, Sortierung und Recycling zu beteiligen. „Der bvse wird weiterhin alles dafür tun, den Textilmarkt zu erhalten und dafür zu sorgen, dass unsere privatwirtschaftlichen Unternehmen weiterhin in der Wertschöpfungskette vertreten sein werden“, betonte Rehbock.

EPR-Umsetzung: Alttextilmarkt wird komplexer – Umsetzungsaufwand steigt
Auf die Frage, wie die operative Umsetzung eines EPR-Systems aussehen könnte, ging André Rückert vom Unternehmen ECOLOGICON ein, das sich auf die Beratung für Unternehmen der Kreislauf- und Abfallwirtschaft spezialisiert hat. „Die Regierung und der Gesetzgeber müssen die bestehende Struktur miteinbeziehen, um auch Arbeitsplätze und Geschäftsmodelle zu schützen“, bestätigte Rückert.

Allerdings werde mit den kommenden gesetzlichen Regelungen der Alttextilmarkt komplexer und insbesondere der bürokratische Umsetzungsaufwand steigen, prophezeite der Projektingenieur. Er machte deutlich, dass unter Einbeziehung der Interessen und Rollen aller Akteure in der zukünftigen Umsetzungskette Qualitätssicherung und Standards sowie Kostenmodelle und Incentivierung in Abhängigkeit von Materialzusammensetzung und Verwertungswegen wichtige Eckpunkte darstellen.

„Zudem muss es eine international klar abgestimmte Intention für ein End of Waste und auch für die Materialströme der Rezyklate geben“, so Rückert. Auch sei eine Unterstützung des Einsatzes von Rezyklaten sinnvoll. Dazu müsse natürlich auch ein Markt für Rezyklate erarbeitet und vorhandene Verwaltungs- und Vollzugsstrukturen genutzt werden, um weitere Bürokratisierung zu vermeiden.

EPR national – und die Hersteller?
Das Thema EPR für Textilien ist für einige Inverkehrbringer noch recht abstrakt, erklärte Jonas Stracke vom Gesamtverband Textil und Mode.

„Es stehen noch viele Fragen im Raum. Beispielsweise, wie die künftigen Anforderungen für eine Produktverantwortung nach der Konsumeigenschaft für Hersteller aussehen könnten und vor allem, wie eine gleichberechtigte Teilnahme in einem künftigen EPR-System von der Herstellerindustrie aussehen kann. Hersteller wollen über ein mögliches Dokumentieren und Bezahlen hinaus aktiv werden, das zeichnet sich auch im Verband deutlich ab“, verdeutlichte Stracke.

Zur Untersuchung und Ausgestaltung eines möglichen EPR-Systems, dass sich an den Bedürfnissen der Herstellerindustrie orientiert, hat der Dachverband der Textil- und Modeindustrie Anfang Juni ein gemeinsames Projekt mit der Stiftung GRS-Batterien und der Gemeinsamen Rückgabesystem Servicegesellschaft sowie dem Forschungskuratorium Textil e.V. gestartet.

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bvse-Bundesverband Sekundärrohstoffe und Entsorgung