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05.03.2025

Leading Textile-to-Textile Recyclers unite to form the T2T Alliance

March, 5 marks the official launch of the T2T Alliance - Powering Policy for a Textile-to-Textile Future, spearheaded by recyclers Circ, Circulose, RE&UP, Syre to advocate for their sector within the EU policy framework and beyond. With the textile industry at a critical juncture, the T2T Alliance unites key stakeholders to secure their place at the heart of Europe’s circular economy policies. By bringing recyclers’ expertise to the forefront, the T2T Alliance is driving policy change that supports a thriving, resilient and truly sustainable textile industry.

Set to become the defining textile policy of 2025, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) will introduce market-entry ecodesign requirements that mandate a significant increase in recycled textile fibers by 2028. Alongside ongoing work in the EcoDesign Forum, the Commission’s technical body is preparing ecodesign requirements and invited stakeholder feedback on its latest report. The T2T Alliance seized the opportunity to provide expert input on the development of ecodesign requirements for textile apparel through:

March, 5 marks the official launch of the T2T Alliance - Powering Policy for a Textile-to-Textile Future, spearheaded by recyclers Circ, Circulose, RE&UP, Syre to advocate for their sector within the EU policy framework and beyond. With the textile industry at a critical juncture, the T2T Alliance unites key stakeholders to secure their place at the heart of Europe’s circular economy policies. By bringing recyclers’ expertise to the forefront, the T2T Alliance is driving policy change that supports a thriving, resilient and truly sustainable textile industry.

Set to become the defining textile policy of 2025, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) will introduce market-entry ecodesign requirements that mandate a significant increase in recycled textile fibers by 2028. Alongside ongoing work in the EcoDesign Forum, the Commission’s technical body is preparing ecodesign requirements and invited stakeholder feedback on its latest report. The T2T Alliance seized the opportunity to provide expert input on the development of ecodesign requirements for textile apparel through:

  • Promoting T2T recycled content and recyclability as core requirements in the ESPR ecodesign requirements for textiles
  • Supporting a closed-loop textile recycling approach which includes post-industrial, pre-consumer waste and post-consumer waste
  • Clarifying misconceptions about the textile recycling industry in the report (for example, by debunking the assumption that allowing post-industrial waste to fulfil recycled content targets would incentivise its overproduction)
  • Advocating for a wide range of verification methods for tracing recycled material.

The T2T recycling industry requires urgent strategic intervention to ensure its long-term viability. Closing the loop in the textile industry, textile-to-textile recycling is an innovative process that involves converting used or waste textiles into new textile products. While the developments on the ESPR represent a momentous milestone, the direction that policy discussions are currently taking will have detrimental effects on the growth of T2T recyclers.

Even though the perspective of T2T recyclers is essential for effective policymaking, it seemed to be underrepresented in policy discussions so far. The T2T Alliance is a force to provide policymakers with an understanding of the real-world impact of sustainability policies, holds them accountable and ensures textile circularity is a non-negotiable in EU policy. The group is facilitated by 2B Policy, a consultancy that supports businesses to navigate a regulated future by offering strategic guidance, compliance support and facilitating industry collaboration and association building. The T2T Alliance will act as a hub for advocacy, collaboration and joint action and ensure T2T recyclers’ interests are not just heard but embedded in future textile policies, in the EU and beyond.

The Alliance is committed to:

  • Advocating for textile-to-textile recyclers’ perspective in EU legislation and policies.
  • Supporting the development of new legal requirements mandating textile-to-textile recycled content and recyclability in new textile products in the context of the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).
  • Removing barriers that hinder the growth and scalability of the T2T industry.

The formation of the T2T Alliance marks a significant milestone in the development toward a truly circular textile economy. By uniting key stakeholders, the Alliance will advocate for textile-to-textile recyclers to receive the necessary recognition in the policy ecosystem and support policymakers in understanding the full impact on T2T recyclers and incorporating these insights into policies.

JMG’s Group Management Team (from left to right): Fabian Voser (COO), Hanspeter Weilenmann (CFO), Andreas Conzelmann (CEO), Stephan Bühler (Owner), Bertram Wendisch (CTO); Benedikt Rentsch (CCO) will assume his new position as of March 1, 2025 Photo Jakob Müller Group
JMG’s Group Management Team (from left to right): Fabian Voser (COO), Hanspeter Weilenmann (CFO), Andreas Conzelmann (CEO), Stephan Bühler (Owner), Bertram Wendisch (CTO); Benedikt Rentsch (CCO) will assume his new position as of March 1, 2025
04.03.2025

Jakob Müller Group: Production in Germany and the Czech Republic will be reduced

The Jakob Müller Group (JMG), a global leader in narrow fabric machinery, is pushing forward with the implementation of its JMG 2030 strategy. This strategy aims to solidify the company's market leadership, respond more agilely to the dynamic industry landscape, and align even more closely with customer needs. The current measures focus specifically on the company's core competencies and include, among other things, simplified corporate structures, adjustments and expansions of the product portfolio, a new acquisition, and targeted customer initiatives. With this, JMG strengthens its position in the market and lays the foundation for sustainable growth for the long-standing Swiss company.

The Swiss industrial landscape is changing – as is the global textile machinery industry, for which JMG manufactures machines and system solutions. As part of its JMG 2030 strategy, the world's leading machine manufacturer has now presented a series of measures designed to secure its market leadership and enable long-term growth.

The Jakob Müller Group (JMG), a global leader in narrow fabric machinery, is pushing forward with the implementation of its JMG 2030 strategy. This strategy aims to solidify the company's market leadership, respond more agilely to the dynamic industry landscape, and align even more closely with customer needs. The current measures focus specifically on the company's core competencies and include, among other things, simplified corporate structures, adjustments and expansions of the product portfolio, a new acquisition, and targeted customer initiatives. With this, JMG strengthens its position in the market and lays the foundation for sustainable growth for the long-standing Swiss company.

The Swiss industrial landscape is changing – as is the global textile machinery industry, for which JMG manufactures machines and system solutions. As part of its JMG 2030 strategy, the world's leading machine manufacturer has now presented a series of measures designed to secure its market leadership and enable long-term growth.

JMG is investing specifically in strengthening customer focus and modernizing both its product portfolio and global internal processes. This includes the creation of innovative customer collaboration platforms, the expansion of the product portfolio in the volume segment, the optimization of the service offering, as well as the simplification of corporate and management structures.

Focus on core competencies and operational excellence
As part of its strategic realignment, JMG will increasingly focus on its core segments of Weaving, Label Production Systems, Warp Crochet Knitting, as well as Dyeing and Finishing. At the same time, the Winding & Making-up and Warping Systems segments at the JMG site in Schwelm, Germany, will be discontinued, with essential technologies and products being transferred to other areas. In addition, the Finishing segment will be relocated from Kadan, Czech Republic, to JMG’s sister company Benninger in Pune, India. These measures will lead to structural adjustments at the locations in Germany and the Czech Republic, where production will be gradually reduced.

"Even though these decisions were not easy for us, they are necessary to secure the future viability of the Jakob Müller Group. Our resources must be specifically directed where we see the greatest growth potential," says owner Stephan Bühler. Andreas Conzelmann, CEO of JMG, adds: "By focusing on our core segments, we are strengthening our innovative power and competitiveness – and ensuring that we can continue to offer our customers the best solutions in the future."

Unifying JMG’s brand identity and strengthening the global market position
COMEZ, the leading manufacturer of crochet and warp knitting machines in Italy, will be fully integrated into JMG and will operate under the name Jakob Müller Italy in the future. With investments in research and development – including the acquisition of MEI International, a renowned Italian manufacturer of label weaving machines – JMG will drive next-generation solutions and expand its product portfolio to include innovative air-jet technology. Further information regarding the acquisition of MEI will be provided in a separate announcement.

New Customer Center and Lab1887
Creating outstanding customer experiences is at the heart of the JMG 2030 strategy. The strategic investments in innovation and operational excellence enable JMG to offer state-of-the-art solutions, faster turnaround times, and an enhanced customer experience. A key element of this customer-centric approach is the opening of the new Customer Center and of the LAB1887 in Frick, Switzerland, in late summer 2025. This innovation factory serves as a development center where customers, together with JMG, can explore new technologies and develop novel applications for narrow fabrics.

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Jakob Müller Group

04.03.2025

NCTO Raises Concern Over President Trump’s Tariffs on Mexico and Canada

The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber to finished sewn products, issued the following statement today from President and CEO Kim Glas regarding the Trump administration’s notices imposing 25 percent tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada and additional 10 percent tariffs on China.


Statement by NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas:

The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber to finished sewn products, issued the following statement today from President and CEO Kim Glas regarding the Trump administration’s notices imposing 25 percent tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada and additional 10 percent tariffs on China.


Statement by NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas:

“The newly imposed tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada threaten a crucial textile and apparel coproduction chain with our two valued trade partners—one that sustains nearly 500,000 American jobs and a total of 1.6 million jobs across North America.  Destabilizing this production chain coupled with the de minimis loophole will only exacerbate migration and the fentanyl crisis.  We appreciate that President Trump has drawn much needed attention to these significant problems, but we believe there is another way that achieves critical objectives that grow U.S. jobs, stabilizes the Western Hemisphere, and closes dangerous tariff loopholes that are hurting us all.  We want to work with the President to find solutions that work to meet all these objectives.

“The U.S. textile industry ships $12.3 billion, or 53 percent, of its total global textile exports to Mexico and Canada and those component materials often come back as finished products to the United States under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). This coproduction chain under USMCA represents $20 billion in two-way trade and spurs U.S. investment in the region as well as at home.

“Equally as important, it serves as an alternative and counterweight to the China-led, Asia- based production platform that competes based on illegal tactics, such as the used of forced labor, subsidies and counterfeits, and has largely come to dominate global trade.

“For these reasons, we are extremely concerned that the imposition of penalty tariffs on imports from our critical USMCA partners will only serve to benefit China and other Asian countries and harm the U.S. textile industry, which has lost 27 plants in the past 20 months.

“Separately, we welcome President Trump’s plan to impose an additional10 percent penalty tariff on imports from China, bringing the total of new tariffs on China to 20 percent this year. In fact, we encourage even higher penalty tariffs on China and recommend that these penalty duties be specifically targeted to finished apparel and textile imports.

“In addition, we are calling on President Trump to close the de minimis loophole to all commercial shipments from China, Mexico and Canada, and more importantly from all countries. This loophole facilitates 4 million shipments a day to the United States that often hide illegal and unethically made products, unsafe goods and illicit fentanyl and other narcotics to our doorsteps.

“Raising tariffs on countries without closing this destructive loophole will only serve to drive more shipments to the duty-free de minimis loophole. Incentivizing greater use of de minimis will further harm U.S. manufacturers and exacerbate the fentanyl crisis, because this loophole will continue to provide a workaround for importers of consumer products and drug cartels alike who are seeking to avoid punitive trade enforcement.”

“We look forward to continuing to work with the Trump administration on these important trade policies that have widespread implications for the U.S. textile industry and those of our free trade partners. This is a pivotal moment for the domestic textile industry, and we believe the right policies will preserve and bolster this vital manufacturing base and spur more job creation and investment.”

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NCTO

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04.03.2025

Fashion for Good launches fibre fragmentation project

Fashion for Good and The Microfibre Consortium launch 'Behind the Break: Exploring Fibre Fragmentation,' a study investigating the key drivers of fibre fragmentation. The research aims to challenge root causes and assumptions, address data gaps, and validate test methods. Tackling the issue at the source, this project is c reated to advance the industry knowledge needed to mitigate fibre fragment pollution.  
 
The project brings together major fashion brands and manufacturers including adidas, Bestseller, C&A, Inditex, Kering, Levi Strauss & Co., Norrona, ON, Paradise Textiles, and Positive Materials, with Under Armour joining as a project partner. Testing will be conducted across three laboratories - Paradise Textiles, Under Armour, and IMPACT+ Network from Northumbria University - to analyse fibre fragmentation in cotton knit, cotton woven, and polyester knit fabrics.  

Fashion for Good and The Microfibre Consortium launch 'Behind the Break: Exploring Fibre Fragmentation,' a study investigating the key drivers of fibre fragmentation. The research aims to challenge root causes and assumptions, address data gaps, and validate test methods. Tackling the issue at the source, this project is c reated to advance the industry knowledge needed to mitigate fibre fragment pollution.  
 
The project brings together major fashion brands and manufacturers including adidas, Bestseller, C&A, Inditex, Kering, Levi Strauss & Co., Norrona, ON, Paradise Textiles, and Positive Materials, with Under Armour joining as a project partner. Testing will be conducted across three laboratories - Paradise Textiles, Under Armour, and IMPACT+ Network from Northumbria University - to analyse fibre fragmentation in cotton knit, cotton woven, and polyester knit fabrics.  

BEHIND THE BREAK: Data required to understand root causes of fragmentation  
Fibre fragmentation is a significant topic of concern across the industry, with studies highlighting the potential threat to ecosystems and human health. This underscores the urgent need for the development of effective strategies aimed at mitigating the negative impact of fibre fragments.  
 
In recent years, several domestic and industrial mitigation efforts have been developed to capture fibre fragments before they enter air, water, and soil. However, the focus lies in reducing fibre fragments from entering the environment downstream, rather than tackling the problem at the source.

It is pivotal for the industry to better understand the root causes and mechanisms of fibre fragmentation. Therefore, under this initiative, Fashion for Good and The Microfibre Consortium are launching:  

  • A new report, which aims to offer a snapshot of the issue of fibre fragmentation through the lens of the textile and fashion industry, unpacking various aspects of this complex issue (definition, sources and pathways, root causes, analytical test methods, solution portfolio, biodegradation, toxicity and regulation).  
  • “Behind the Break: Exploring Fibre Fragmentation” project, identifying root causes of fibre fragmentation within manufacturing processes (such as different dye methods) and how these influence fibre fragmentation. It will focus on three different fabric types - cotton knit, cotton woven and polyester knit. The project includes various testing methods, leveraging the expertise of project partners Under Armour, Impact+ and Paradise Textiles. You can learn more about the testing details here.

"Fibre pollution is a challenge that the industry faces as a whole, so we are partnering with The Microfibre Consortium to contribute to the foundation of data that will help us better understand the root causes of fibre fragmentation. The focus on different testing methods will allow us to reduce uncertainty, take a common direction and set priorities for future research and initiatives within the industry.” Katrin Ley, Managing Director at Fashion for Good.  

This initiative aims to identify the most effective approaches to tackling fibre fragmentation at the source through the following insights:  

  • Enhancing Test Methods: Validate and refine testing techniques to ensure accuracy, reliability, and alignment with industry standards.
  • Strengthening Data Correlation: Compare results across methods to identify variations, uncover discrepancies, and establish clearer data connections.
  • Driving Improvements: Address limitations in current methods, expand databases, and support better design and supply chain practices.
  • Supporting Stakeholders: Equip partners and industry players with practical strategies to reduce fragmentation through improved design and manufacturing.
  • Informing Policy: Provide valuable insights into contamination and fibre structures to shape effective regulations and policies.

To read the report and learn more about the project click here.
“Partnering with Fashion For Good has helped to unite the project partners behind the ongoing need for alignment on closing fibre fragmentation knowledge gaps. With this rallied support, we can build on the existing state of knowledge and make great strides in addressing urgent topic challenges for a future of informed, science-led and integrated mitigation action.” Kelly Sheridan, CEO at The Microfibre Consortium.
 
“By conducting this study, we are taking a proactive approach to addressing microfibre release. Our goal is to leverage data-driven insights to improve our processes, product design, and sourcing practices, thereby contributing to a less polluting industry. Collaboration across stakeholders is crucial to accelerating our progress toward a more sustainable future.” Lucie Anne Martinol, Textile Innovation Lead at ON.  
 
“At Paradise Textiles, we recognise that the future of the fashion and textile industry hinges on our ability to address challenges like fibre fragmentation head-on. By partnering with Fashion for Good and The Microfibre Consortium, we're bringing collective insights together to validate theories on the root causes of fibre fragmentation. Our objective is to identify processes and strategies that mitigate fibre pollution through informed textile design and manufacturing processes. We're excited about continuing this critical work and pioneering innovative technologies that can reshape the industry for the better.” Lewis Shuler, Head of Innovation at Alpine Group/Paradise Textiles
 
“Positive Materials believes that reducing fibre fragmentation requires innovation at every stage. Our partnership with Fashion for Good and The Microfibre Consortium on Behind the Break is critical because we're not just aiming to reduce shedding; we're making sure our materials maintain the high standards our customers depend on. It’s about finding that balance where environmental responsibility drives innovation, not compromises it.” Elsa Parente, Co-CEO & CTO of Positive Materials

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Fashion for Good

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03.03.2025

Texhibition Istanbul: 5.bis 7. März 2025, Istanbul Expo Center

Texhibition Istanbul, internationale Fachmesse für Stoffe, Garne und Textilzubehör, findet vom 5. bis 7. März 2025 zum siebten Mal im Istanbul Expo Center statt. Mit über 500 Ausstellern und einer Ausstellungsfläche von 35.000 Quadratmetern bringt die Messe alle wichtigen Akteure der Textilindustrie zusammen. Es werden mehr als 25.000 Fachbesucher aus über 125 Ländern erwartet, darunter Vertreter aus der EU, dem Vereinigten Königreich, den USA, Nordafrika und dem Nahen Osten.

Seit ihrer ersten Ausgabe im Jahr 2022 hat sich Texhibition Istanbul als zentraler Treffpunkt für Einkäufer und Hersteller etabliert. Die Messe präsentiert eine breite Produktpalette, darunter gewebte und gestrickte Stoffe, Garne, Denim, Stickereien, Drucke und Textilzubehör. Ergänzt wird das Angebot durch den neu eingerichteten Stickereibereich.

Texhibition Istanbul, internationale Fachmesse für Stoffe, Garne und Textilzubehör, findet vom 5. bis 7. März 2025 zum siebten Mal im Istanbul Expo Center statt. Mit über 500 Ausstellern und einer Ausstellungsfläche von 35.000 Quadratmetern bringt die Messe alle wichtigen Akteure der Textilindustrie zusammen. Es werden mehr als 25.000 Fachbesucher aus über 125 Ländern erwartet, darunter Vertreter aus der EU, dem Vereinigten Königreich, den USA, Nordafrika und dem Nahen Osten.

Seit ihrer ersten Ausgabe im Jahr 2022 hat sich Texhibition Istanbul als zentraler Treffpunkt für Einkäufer und Hersteller etabliert. Die Messe präsentiert eine breite Produktpalette, darunter gewebte und gestrickte Stoffe, Garne, Denim, Stickereien, Drucke und Textilzubehör. Ergänzt wird das Angebot durch den neu eingerichteten Stickereibereich.

Die Türkei ist einer der wichtigsten Textilproduzenten der Welt. Im Jahr 2024 erreichten die türkischen Textil- und Bekleidungsexporte einen Wert von rund 30 Milliarden US-Dollar, wovon rund 12 Milliarden US-Dollar auf Stoffe, Garne und Textilzubehör entfielen.
Trotz globaler Herausforderungen hat sich die Branche konsolidiert - vor allem aufgrund der starken Nachfrage nach hochwertigen, nachhaltig produzierten Stoffen. Die wichtigsten Exportmärkte sind:

  • Deutschland (der größte Abnehmer von türkischen Textilien)
  • Spanien und das Vereinigte Königreich
  • USA (wachsende Bedeutung als Zukunftsmarkt)

Fokus auf Innovationen, Trends und Nachhaltigkeit
Fokus auf Innovationen, Trends und Nachhaltigkeit:Texhibition Istanbul setzt Maßstäbe in der Branche und präsentiert die neuesten Entwicklungen im Bereich nachhaltiger und innovativer Textilien.

Im Texhibition Trend Lab werden die neuesten Farbtrends, hochwertige Stoffe und kreative Designs in einem inspirierenden architektonischen Konzept präsentiert. Das Trend Lab thematisiert wie in der Welt der Textilien Innovation und Technologie verschmelzen, um nachhaltige Designs zu schaffen, die den Herausforderungen des Klimawandels gerecht werden. Futuristische Ästhetik und digitale Revolution heben Funktionalität und Stil auf ein neues Niveau, während die Kombination aus moderner Technologie und traditioneller Handwerkskunst Qualität und Haltbarkeit neu definiert. Diese Ära verbindet minimalistisches Design mit natürlicher Harmonie, geprägt von klaren Formen und raffinierten Farbpaletten. Gleichzeitig verschiebt eine neue Generation von sinnlichen, verspielten Textilien die kreativen Grenzen und schafft eine inspirierende, erlebnisorientierte Welt.

Die Innovation Hub Area wurde unter der Leitung von Arzu Kaprol und Filiz Tunca entwickelt. Im Einklang mit dem Prinzip der Nachhaltigkeit bringt dieser spezielle Bereich die neuesten technologischen Innovationen mit der Mode zusammen. Mit dem Schwerpunkt auf Gesundheits- und Umweltbewusstsein werden hier innovative Produkte vorgestellt, die in jeder Phase - von der Faser bis zum Garn, vom Stoff bis zur Kleidung - einen Mehrwert schaffen und eine inspirierende Vision für die Branche bieten.

BlueBlack Denim
Mit Denim als zentralen Bestandteil der Modeindustrie und der Türkei als einer der weltweit führenden Hersteller hochwertiger, nachhaltiger Denimstoffe präsentiert die Blue Black Denim Area die 21 wichtigsten türkischen Denim-Hersteller, darunter Bossa, İsko und Kipaş. Gezeigt werden die neuesten Innovationen im Denim-Bereich - mit einem klaren Fokus auf umweltfreundliche Produktionsmethoden und nachhaltige Designs.

Blickfang ist erneut die Blue Black Denim Trend Area mit ihrer beeindruckenden Installation. Ein Highlight für alle Denim-Liebhaber: Die Blue Black Texhibition präsentiert eine fesselnde Denim-Modenschau, in der sich Mode und Innovation treffen. Auf der Bühne werden die neuesten Trends und einzigartigsten Designs in einer unvergleichlichen Inszenierung gezeigt.

Trend-Seminare: Wissen für die Zukunft
Die Texhibition Istanbul bietet ein hochkarätiges Seminar- und Workshop-Programm zu den wichtigsten aktuellen Themen der Branche. Renommierte Experten wie Tatiana Aldrich (WGSN), Stefano Venchiarutti (Les Gentils Pariziens), Benedetta Lenzi (IED/Istituto Europe di Design) - Arzu Kaprol (Human Innovation Designer) diskutieren aktuelle Entwicklungen in der Textilindustrie und geben wertvolle Einblicke in kommende gesetzliche Nachhaltigkeitsforderungen:

  • Frühjahr/Sommer 2026 Trends
  • Weben für eine gemeinsame Zukunft: Design als Gemeingut und Innovation im Textildesign
  • Bio- und biologisch abbaubare Fasern: zukünftige Perspektiven
  • Von der Erde zum Design: Ausdrucksformen des Bodens

ReValue Stock Hub: Nachhaltige Geschäftsmöglichkeiten für Überproduktion
Ein weiteres innovatives Konzept ist der ReValue Stock Hub. Diese Plattform ermöglicht es Unternehmen, überschüssige Materialien gezielt zu vermarkten und nachhaltige Lösungen für ungenutzte Bestände zu entwickeln. Neben physischen und digitalen Präsentationen bietet der ReValue Stock Hub maßgeschneiderte Geschäftsmöglichkeiten für Käufer und trägt so zur nachhaltigen Transformation der Branche bei.

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Texhibition Türkei
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Jandali

03.03.2025

HDE-Konsumbarometer: Verbraucherstimmung stagniert im März bei anhaltender Unsicherheit

Nachdem sich die Verbraucherstimmung in Deutschland zuletzt aufgehellt hatte, bleibt sie im März unverändert. Das geht aus dem aktuellen Konsumbarometer des Handelsverbandes Deutschland (HDE) hervor. Demnach stagniert der Index und weist einen ähnlichen Wert auf wie im Vormonat. Die anhaltenden politischen und wirtschaftlichen Unsicherheiten sorgen dafür, dass die Verbraucher aktuell weder spürbar pessimistischer noch wesentlich optimistischer auf die nächsten Monate blicken als zuvor.

Die Konsumzurückhaltung der Verbraucherinnen und Verbraucher sinkt im Vergleich zum Vormonat leicht. Anschaffungen gegenüber zeigen sie sich etwas offener. Gleichzeitig verharrt die Sparneigung auf dem Niveau des Vormonats. Mit Blick auf den privaten Konsum verhalten sich die Verbraucher somit weiterhin abwartend und zurückhaltend. Daher ist ein spürbares Wachstum in den kommenden Monaten nicht zu erwarten.

Nachdem sich die Verbraucherstimmung in Deutschland zuletzt aufgehellt hatte, bleibt sie im März unverändert. Das geht aus dem aktuellen Konsumbarometer des Handelsverbandes Deutschland (HDE) hervor. Demnach stagniert der Index und weist einen ähnlichen Wert auf wie im Vormonat. Die anhaltenden politischen und wirtschaftlichen Unsicherheiten sorgen dafür, dass die Verbraucher aktuell weder spürbar pessimistischer noch wesentlich optimistischer auf die nächsten Monate blicken als zuvor.

Die Konsumzurückhaltung der Verbraucherinnen und Verbraucher sinkt im Vergleich zum Vormonat leicht. Anschaffungen gegenüber zeigen sie sich etwas offener. Gleichzeitig verharrt die Sparneigung auf dem Niveau des Vormonats. Mit Blick auf den privaten Konsum verhalten sich die Verbraucher somit weiterhin abwartend und zurückhaltend. Daher ist ein spürbares Wachstum in den kommenden Monaten nicht zu erwarten.

Die Konjunkturerwartungen trüben sich minimal ein. Die Verbraucher blicken etwas pessimistischer auf die bevorstehenden Wochen als noch im Vormonat. Optimistischer sind sie, wenn es um die weitere Entwicklung des eigenen Einkommens geht. Im Vergleich zum Vormonat steigen ihre Einkommenserwartungen und liegen damit auf dem Niveau des Vorjahresmonats. Das heißt jedoch auch, dass die Konsumenten nicht mit großen Sprüngen bei ihrem verfügbaren Einkommen rechnen und entsprechend keine starke Erholung des privaten Konsums in Sicht ist.

Insgesamt bleibt die Stimmung der Verbraucherinnen und Verbraucher unverändert verhalten. Zwar steht das Ergebnis der Bundestagswahl fest, doch die neue Bundesregierung wird sich erst in einiger Zeit gebildet haben und ihre Arbeit aufnehmen. Bis dahin ist unklar, welche politischen Maßnahmen das Regierungsprogramm vorsieht und was es im Alltag für die Verbraucher bedeutet. Aufgrund dieser anhaltenden Unsicherheit überwiegt die Konsumzurückhaltung. Eine spürbare Aufhellung der Stimmung dürfte sich in nächster Zeit nicht ergeben. Auch eine Erholung des privaten Konsums mit signifikanten gesamtwirtschaftlichen Wachstumsimpulsen wird vor diesem Hintergrund im ersten Quartal voraussichtlich ausbleiben.

Das jeweils am ersten Montag eines Monats erscheinende HDE-Konsumbarometer basiert auf einer monatlichen Umfrage unter 1.600 Personen zur Anschaffungsneigung, Sparneigung, finanziellen Situation und zu anderen konsumrelevanten Faktoren. Das Konsumbarometer, das vom Handelsblatt Research Institute (HRI) im Auftrag des HDE erstellt wird, hat eine Indikatorfunktion für den privaten Konsum. Es bildet nicht das aktuelle Verbraucherverhalten ab, sondern die erwartete Stimmung in den kommenden drei Monaten.

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HDE Konsumbarometer
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Handelsverband Deutschland

03.03.2025

Rückwirkende Fristverlängerung zur Wundversorgung

BVMed informiert über Verbandmittel-Erstattungsregeln: Nach der Veröffentlichung des Gesundheitsversorgungs-Stärkungsgesetzes (GVSG) im   Bundesgesetzblatt tritt die Verlängerungsregelung für „sonstige Produkte zur Wundbehandlung (sPzW)“ rückwirkend zum 2. Dezember 2024 in Kraft. Darauf weist der Bundesverband Medizintechnologie (BVMed) hin und informiert mit einem   neuen Infoblatt über die aktuell geltenden Regelungen zur Verordnung und Erstattung von Verbandmitteln. Die neue Übergangsregelung ermöglicht die Verordnung von sPzW im Rahmen der Gesetzlichen Krankenversicherung (GKV) bis zum 2. Dezember 2025. Klassische Verbandmittel sowie Verbandmittel mit ergänzenden Eigenschaften bleiben davon unabhängig ohne Einschränkungen erstattbar.

„Mit der gesetzlichen Fristverlängerung haben verordnende Ärzt:innen, Apotheken und Krankenkassen endlich wieder Klarheit beim Thema Wundversorgung. Damit ist die Versorgungslücke bei Menschen mit chronischen Wunden geschlossen und die ärztliche Therapiefreiheit gesichert“, begrüßt BVMed-Geschäftsführer und Vorstandsmitglied Dr. Marc-Pierre Möll die Regelung im Rahmen des GVSG.

BVMed informiert über Verbandmittel-Erstattungsregeln: Nach der Veröffentlichung des Gesundheitsversorgungs-Stärkungsgesetzes (GVSG) im   Bundesgesetzblatt tritt die Verlängerungsregelung für „sonstige Produkte zur Wundbehandlung (sPzW)“ rückwirkend zum 2. Dezember 2024 in Kraft. Darauf weist der Bundesverband Medizintechnologie (BVMed) hin und informiert mit einem   neuen Infoblatt über die aktuell geltenden Regelungen zur Verordnung und Erstattung von Verbandmitteln. Die neue Übergangsregelung ermöglicht die Verordnung von sPzW im Rahmen der Gesetzlichen Krankenversicherung (GKV) bis zum 2. Dezember 2025. Klassische Verbandmittel sowie Verbandmittel mit ergänzenden Eigenschaften bleiben davon unabhängig ohne Einschränkungen erstattbar.

„Mit der gesetzlichen Fristverlängerung haben verordnende Ärzt:innen, Apotheken und Krankenkassen endlich wieder Klarheit beim Thema Wundversorgung. Damit ist die Versorgungslücke bei Menschen mit chronischen Wunden geschlossen und die ärztliche Therapiefreiheit gesichert“, begrüßt BVMed-Geschäftsführer und Vorstandsmitglied Dr. Marc-Pierre Möll die Regelung im Rahmen des GVSG.

Der Fokus müsse nun darauf liegen, das Thema Wundversorgung und Verbandmittel-Erstattung im neuen Bundestag grundsätzlich und strategisch zu diskutieren. Das Thema ist von höchster Relevanz, denn in Deutschland gibt es rund 2,7 Millionen Wundversorgungs-Patient:innen, darunter rund 1 Million Menschen mit chronischen Wunden. Viele von ihnen sind über mehrere Jahre hinweg in Behandlung. Damit einher gehen oftmals permanente Schmerzen und Arbeitsunfähigkeit. Zu den häufigsten Formen schlecht heilender Wunden zählen Ulcus cruris, umgangssprachlich „offenes Bein“ genannt, Druckgeschwüre sowie das diabetische Fußsyndrom. Die Medizintechnik hat für jede Wundform und Heilungsphase entsprechende Behandlungsmöglichkeiten entwickelt.

„Wir müssen uns über die Frage der Erstattung einzelner Produkte hinaus grundsätzlich damit beschäftigen, wie wir durch eine geeignete nationale Wundstrategie die Versorgung der Menschen mit Wunden in Deutschland verbessern können – zum Wohle der Patient:innen und der Volkswirtschaft“, so BVMed-Wundversorgungsexpertin Juliane Pohl.

Verordnung und Erstattung von Verbandmitteln
In seinem   Infoblatt informiert der BVMed ausführlich über die aktuelle Verordnungssituation. Der Gesetzgeber hat mit der Einführung der Verbandmitteldefinition eine Abgrenzung von „eineindeutigen Verbandmitteln“ und „Verbandmittel mit ergänzenden Eigenschaften“ zu „sonstigen Produkten zur Wundbehandlung“ geschaffen. Alle Verbandmittel können Patient:innen unmittelbar zulasten der GKV verordnet werden.

Medizinprodukte, die ihrer Funktion nach „sonstige Produkte zur Wundbehandlung“ sind, können nach Nachweis ihres medizinischen Nutzens im entsprechenden Verfahren des Gemeinsamen Bundesausschusses (G-BA) erstattungsfähig werden. Die neue Übergangsfrist zur Verbandmitteldefinition regelt die Erstattungsfähigkeit zunächst bis zum 2. Dezember 2025.

Verbandmittel sowie sonstige Produkte zur Wundbehandlung werden über das Muster 16-Formular verordnet. Sie unterliegen nicht der Substitution (aut-idem-Regelung) und auch nicht der Importquote.

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Bundesverband Medizintechnologie BVMed

03.03.2025

Filo & C.L.A.S.S.: Focus on “green chemistry” and the role of “advanced” natural fibers

The partnership between Filo and C.L.A.S.S., the international eco-hub founded by Giusy Bettoni, is renewed once again .
 
At the 63rd edition of Filo, “Sustainability from A to Z” — the service created by Filo in collaboration with C.L.A.S.S. and aimed at companies that want to navigate the complex world of sustainability — chooses to focus its showcase on the concept of responsible innovation and the means to expand its knowledge through technical insights, case histories, and direct testimonies. The ultimate goal, shared by Filo and C.L.A.S.S., is to support the industry and the market in making conscious choices that align with the evolving market landscape. In this regard, the proposals that C.L.A.S.S. brings to Filo as part of “Sustainability from A to Z” are closely linked to the debates and discussions taking place in the “Dialoghi di Confronto”, since they provide an additional opportunity for further insight.
 

The partnership between Filo and C.L.A.S.S., the international eco-hub founded by Giusy Bettoni, is renewed once again .
 
At the 63rd edition of Filo, “Sustainability from A to Z” — the service created by Filo in collaboration with C.L.A.S.S. and aimed at companies that want to navigate the complex world of sustainability — chooses to focus its showcase on the concept of responsible innovation and the means to expand its knowledge through technical insights, case histories, and direct testimonies. The ultimate goal, shared by Filo and C.L.A.S.S., is to support the industry and the market in making conscious choices that align with the evolving market landscape. In this regard, the proposals that C.L.A.S.S. brings to Filo as part of “Sustainability from A to Z” are closely linked to the debates and discussions taking place in the “Dialoghi di Confronto”, since they provide an additional opportunity for further insight.
 
In the space dedicated to C.L.A.S.S. at the 63rd edition of Filo, projects and solutions implemented by organizations and companies selected by C.L.A.S.S. will be showcased. This season, the focus will be on “green chemistry” and the role of “advanced” natural fibers, particularly in relation to cotton and linen. For the two fibers, companies have often adopted comprehensive innovation strategies, leading to what we define as “advanced” productions, where traceability processes have become an essential requirement.
 
In the C.L.A.S.S. space at Filo63, Cotton is represented by Supima®, a high-quality cotton grown in the United States, accounting for less than 1% of global cotton production. What makes it special compared to other types of cotton is its extra-long staple, which provides superior strength, softness, and long-lasting colour retention. To ensure the authenticity and traceability of its cotton, Supima® has introduced the AQRe™ Project (Authenticated Quality and Responsible Engagement). This cutting-edge system replaces the previous licensing program, offering a blockchain-based digital platform in collaboration with TextileGenesis™, allowing real-time monitoring of the entire supply chain. Additionally, Supima® partners with Oritain™ to conduct forensic testing, verifying the cotton’s origin at every stage of production. This advanced combination of technologies guarantees that every product bearing the SUPIMA® brand is made from high-quality American-grown cotton, meeting the market’s increasing demand for transparency and sustainability.
 
Regarding Linen, the Alliance for European Flax-Linen & Hemp will be present, the European agro-industrial organization that brings together all actors in the European Flax and Hemp supply chain starting from its fields origin.  2025 is the year of acceleration its sustainable transformation trajectory from the field to the finished product. New developments to be seen:  

  • Evolution of its Flax- Linen certifications  
  • Launch of a new digital Flax-Linen traceability platform: Flax-Linen traceability platform. European Certified fibres to Retaildeveloped in cooperation with   TextileGenesis - Lectra and set to launch in May 2025. This innovative blockchain-based digital tool enables tracking at every stage of production, ensuring authenticity and full transparency throughout the entire supply chain
  • Publication of datasets and development of a specific B2B tool for calculating environmental footprint
  • Scientific validation of the functional properties of Flax-Linen
  • New Flax-Linen & Hemp sourcing platform for innovative materials and textile & technical solutions

At the C.L.A.S.S. space an Italian story about “green chemistry” will showcase featuring REVECOL® by ERCA Textile Chemical Solutions. REVECOL ® is a revolutionary 100% Made in Italy innovation that utilizes critical waste materials, such as exhausted vegetable cooking oil, transforming it into a next-generation line of safe, certified, high-performance, and competitive chemical auxiliaries designed for the entire textile industry. This unique approach allows for a CO₂ emissions reduction of up to 72% compared to traditional chemistry, setting a new industry standard. The range includes 18 auxiliaries certified according to GRS, RCS, ZDHC, bluesign®, and GOTS, ensuring high performance with a reduced environmental impact. REVECOL® is the missing certified end-to-end element that can drive sustainability, circularity, and performance in the fashion creation process, meeting the needs of a market increasingly focused on traceability and environmental responsibility.
 
Throughout Filo63, the C.L.A.S.S. team will be available to explore these innovations in depth with companies and professionals eager to gain insight into the three pioneering realities redefining sustainability, traceability, and innovation in the textile sector.

 

03.03.2025

Girbau & EVI Industries strengthen presence in North America

Girbau, a global leader in industrial and commercial laundry solutions, and EVI Industries, one of the largest distribution networks in the sector in the United States, have formalized a strategic alliance to reinforce their presence in the North American market.

This alliance shall solidify the presence of Girbau and EVI in the sector, securing strategic investments and strengthening their competitiveness in an ever-evolving market. Both companies share a vision of delivering high-performance, sustainable solutions that enhance their customers' operational efficiency.

As part of this agreement, EVI integrates Girbau North America (GNA), Girbau’s former subsidiary, into its distribution network, ensuring continuity for the entire team, product offering and customer service. As an EVI company, GNA will conduct business as usual moving forward without changes to leadership, staff, services or support.

Girbau, a global leader in industrial and commercial laundry solutions, and EVI Industries, one of the largest distribution networks in the sector in the United States, have formalized a strategic alliance to reinforce their presence in the North American market.

This alliance shall solidify the presence of Girbau and EVI in the sector, securing strategic investments and strengthening their competitiveness in an ever-evolving market. Both companies share a vision of delivering high-performance, sustainable solutions that enhance their customers' operational efficiency.

As part of this agreement, EVI integrates Girbau North America (GNA), Girbau’s former subsidiary, into its distribution network, ensuring continuity for the entire team, product offering and customer service. As an EVI company, GNA will conduct business as usual moving forward without changes to leadership, staff, services or support.

Simultaneously, Girbau will maintain a key role in the development and expansion of its solutions in the region, reinforcing its commitment to the U.S. market. Girbau, EVI and GNA will collaborate to enhance distribution and develop innovative products that will drive their growth in the commercial and industrial laundry industry.

A key element of this strategic collaboration will be the expansion of Girbau’s production capacity with the launch of a manufacturing facility in North America, which will strengthen competitiveness and bring the company closer to customers in the region.

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Girbaud

Foto RUDOLF & Sasha Neema Ponte
03.03.2025

RUDOLF & Sasha Neema Ponte: „Im Einklang mit der Natur leben“

In kreativer Partnerschaft mit der aufstrebenden Designerin Sasha Neema Ponte präsentiert RUDOLF die neue Modekollektion CONVENIENTER NATURAE VIVERE (lat. „im Einklang mit der Natur leben“). Die Kollektion verbindet High Performance Technologie mit bio-basierten Lösungen und will so eine Brücke zwischen Mensch und Natur schaffen –für moderne Humanisten, die sich im urbanen Alltag von ihren natürlichen Wurzeln entfremdet fühlen.

CONVENIENTER NATURAE VIVERE erzählt Geschichten von Menschen, die im hektischen Stadtleben ihre Verbindung zur Natur wiederentdecken möchten. Jedes Kleidungsstück der Kollektion wurde mit RUDOLF Technologien ausgerüstet und veredelt, wodurch die Textilien nicht nur ästhetisch, sondern auch funktional überzeugen. Sie bieten hohen Komfort, Schutz und uneingeschränkte Freiheit im Alltag wie auch in besonderen Momenten.

Die Kollektion bringt natürliche Eleganz in den städtischen Raum und sorgt dafür, dass moderne Menschen ihre ursprüngliche Seite auch im urbanen Umfeld erleben können. Durch die Integration von RUDOLF Technologien bleiben die Kleidungsstücke innovativ und nachhaltig zugleich.

In kreativer Partnerschaft mit der aufstrebenden Designerin Sasha Neema Ponte präsentiert RUDOLF die neue Modekollektion CONVENIENTER NATURAE VIVERE (lat. „im Einklang mit der Natur leben“). Die Kollektion verbindet High Performance Technologie mit bio-basierten Lösungen und will so eine Brücke zwischen Mensch und Natur schaffen –für moderne Humanisten, die sich im urbanen Alltag von ihren natürlichen Wurzeln entfremdet fühlen.

CONVENIENTER NATURAE VIVERE erzählt Geschichten von Menschen, die im hektischen Stadtleben ihre Verbindung zur Natur wiederentdecken möchten. Jedes Kleidungsstück der Kollektion wurde mit RUDOLF Technologien ausgerüstet und veredelt, wodurch die Textilien nicht nur ästhetisch, sondern auch funktional überzeugen. Sie bieten hohen Komfort, Schutz und uneingeschränkte Freiheit im Alltag wie auch in besonderen Momenten.

Die Kollektion bringt natürliche Eleganz in den städtischen Raum und sorgt dafür, dass moderne Menschen ihre ursprüngliche Seite auch im urbanen Umfeld erleben können. Durch die Integration von RUDOLF Technologien bleiben die Kleidungsstücke innovativ und nachhaltig zugleich.

Alexander Hanel, Head of Corporate Brand & Marketing bei RUDOLF, betont: „Mit CONVENIENTER NATURAE VIVERE haben wir eine Kollektion geschaffen, die die Distanz zwischen Natur und urbanem Alltag überwindet. Unsere zukunftsweisenden Innovationen, die sich in jedem Teil der Kollektion wiederfinden, verbessern diese Materialien, so dass sie optimalen Tragekomfort, Schutz und
Nachhaltigkeit bieten - inspiriert von der Natur“.

Sasha Neema Ponte, die kreative Designerin hinter der Kollektion, erklärt ihre Vision: „Mit CONVENIENTER NATURAE VIVERE möchten wir Menschen dabei unterstützen, ihre Verbundenheit zur Natur neu zu entdecken – auch im hektischen Alltag. Diese Kollektion ist ein Ausdruck der Harmonie zwischen Technologie und natürlichen Materialien und inspiriert zu einem bewussten, nachhaltigen Lebensstil.“ CONVENIENTER NATURAE VIVERE ist eine Hommage an die Balance zwischen Mensch und Natur – eine Kollektion, die Mode und Nachhaltigkeit miteinander vereint.

BLANCHE and ISKO join forces in a new timeless collection: KOKORO Photo BLANCHE
02.03.2025

BLANCHE and ISKO join forces in a new timeless collection: KOKORO

A celebration of timeless design powered by ISKO’s SS26 denim fabrics made from recycled materials.

ISKO is proud to collaborate with BLANCHE for the launch of KOKORO, the brand’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection. Rooted in sustainability, KOKORO embodies BLANCHE’s commitment to timeless design and conscious fashion, with ISKO’s innovative denim at its core.

As a leading denim producer, ISKO is dedicated to redefining the future of fashion through innovative and responsible textile solutions with its fashion-first approach that complements sustainability, emphasising that sustainability need not compromise style. The KOKORO collection – where all denim is crafted using ISKO fabrics – exemplifies this commitment. Thanks to ISKO’s premium recycled denim, the collection maintains high-end quality while significantly reducing its environmental footprint, resulting in beautifully crafted fashion pieces.

A celebration of timeless design powered by ISKO’s SS26 denim fabrics made from recycled materials.

ISKO is proud to collaborate with BLANCHE for the launch of KOKORO, the brand’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection. Rooted in sustainability, KOKORO embodies BLANCHE’s commitment to timeless design and conscious fashion, with ISKO’s innovative denim at its core.

As a leading denim producer, ISKO is dedicated to redefining the future of fashion through innovative and responsible textile solutions with its fashion-first approach that complements sustainability, emphasising that sustainability need not compromise style. The KOKORO collection – where all denim is crafted using ISKO fabrics – exemplifies this commitment. Thanks to ISKO’s premium recycled denim, the collection maintains high-end quality while significantly reducing its environmental footprint, resulting in beautifully crafted fashion pieces.

“Real change in fashion happens when innovation meets integrity and purpose. Our collaboration
with BLANCHE shows that responsibility and great design are not opposing forces – they
strengthen each other. This is the future of denim: responsible, resilient, and ready to inspire.”
– Keith O’Brien, Senior Global Marketing & PR Manager at ISKO.

The KOKORO collection will be available online and in stores from February 2025.

More information:
Denim Isko Blanche recycled cotton
Source:

Menabo for ISKO

Martina Bandte, Präsidentin des Gesamtverbandes der deutschen Maschenindustrie (c) Gesamtmasche
Martina Bandte, Präsidentin des Gesamtverbandes der deutschen Maschenindustrie
02.03.2025

Textiler Mittelstand fordert Wirtschaftswende

Nach der Bundestagswahl hat eine neue Bundesregierung die Chance, Deutschland wieder auf den Wachstumspfad zu führen. „Der textile Mittelstand in Deutschland kann nicht länger warten“, mahnt Martina Bandte, Präsidentin des Gesamtverbandes der deutschen Maschenindustrie. „Wahlversprechen zum Bürokratieabbau und zur finanziellen Entlastung der Unternehmen müssen schnell eingelöst werden. Denn jeden Tag fallen weitere Firmen den widrigen Standortbedingungen zum Opfer.“

Nach der Bundestagswahl hat eine neue Bundesregierung die Chance, Deutschland wieder auf den Wachstumspfad zu führen. „Der textile Mittelstand in Deutschland kann nicht länger warten“, mahnt Martina Bandte, Präsidentin des Gesamtverbandes der deutschen Maschenindustrie. „Wahlversprechen zum Bürokratieabbau und zur finanziellen Entlastung der Unternehmen müssen schnell eingelöst werden. Denn jeden Tag fallen weitere Firmen den widrigen Standortbedingungen zum Opfer.“

„Ohne wirtschaftliche Stärke wird Deutschland in der Welt von heute nicht bestehen“, sagt Martina Bandte. Als Teil eines breiten Verbändebündnisses setzt sich die Gesamtmasche für eine Wirtschaftswende insbesondere durch Bürokratieabbau, Unternehmenssteuersenkung und wettbewerbsfähige Energiekosten ein. „Von der neuen Regierungskoalition erwarten wir jetzt zügiges und pragmatisches Handeln. Unternehmen müssen sich wieder entfalten können. Unsere Branche hat große Innovationskraft und ist effizient aufgestellt. Wir können unseren Beitrag am Wachstum leisten, wenn man uns lässt. Was wir dazu brauchen ist vor allem: weniger Staat. Das erfordert auch eine starke Stimme in Brüssel, die sich mit Nachdruck gegen weitere Bürokratie stemmt.“

Ein breites Bündnis von Verbänden und Unternehmen zum „Wirtschaftswarntag“ hat eine Liste der drängendsten Handlungsfelder aufgestellt sowie konkrete Maßnahmenempfehlungen ausgearbeitet. Dazu gehören ein umfassender Bürokratieabbau, eine Senkung der Unternehmenssteuer, eine Obergrenze für Sozialabgaben, wettbewerbsfähige Energiepreise, die Konzentration auf den EU-Emissionshandel als zentrales klimapolitisches Instrument und ein flexibleres Arbeitsrecht.

Source:

Gesamtverbad der deutschen Maschenindustrie

Foto Zweibrücken Fashion Outlet
02.03.2025

Zweibrücken Fashion Outlet: Förderprogramm für Storemanager-Nachwuchs

Nach dem erfolgreichen Start im vergangenen Jahr führt das Zweibrücken Fashion Outlet seine Kooperation mit der Industrie- und Handelskammer zur Förderung von Nachwuchstalenten im Storemanagement 2025 weiter. Das zertifizierte Weiterbildungsprogramm fand bei den Premiumstores großen Anklang, so dass das Center die Anzahl der geförderten Plätze in diesem Jahr nochmal erhöhte. Insgesamt 12 TeilnehmerInnen haben jetzt die Möglichkeit, sich gezielt auf eine Führungsposition im Einzelhandel vorzubereiten.

Am Ende der Weiterbildung erhalten die AbsolventInnen das IHK-Zertifikat „Storemanager“, das ihnen optimale Karrierechancen in der Einzelhandelsbranche eröffnet. „Wir freuen uns sehr über das positive Feedback aus dem vergangenen Jahr und sehen darin eine Bestätigung, unser Engagement in die nächste Runde zu führen", erklärt der Center Director des Zweibrücken Fashion Outlet, Uli Nölkensmeier, „Es ist uns wichtig durch die Initiative nachhaltige Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten zu bieten und dadurch unsere Markenpartnerschaften zu stärken.“

Nach dem erfolgreichen Start im vergangenen Jahr führt das Zweibrücken Fashion Outlet seine Kooperation mit der Industrie- und Handelskammer zur Förderung von Nachwuchstalenten im Storemanagement 2025 weiter. Das zertifizierte Weiterbildungsprogramm fand bei den Premiumstores großen Anklang, so dass das Center die Anzahl der geförderten Plätze in diesem Jahr nochmal erhöhte. Insgesamt 12 TeilnehmerInnen haben jetzt die Möglichkeit, sich gezielt auf eine Führungsposition im Einzelhandel vorzubereiten.

Am Ende der Weiterbildung erhalten die AbsolventInnen das IHK-Zertifikat „Storemanager“, das ihnen optimale Karrierechancen in der Einzelhandelsbranche eröffnet. „Wir freuen uns sehr über das positive Feedback aus dem vergangenen Jahr und sehen darin eine Bestätigung, unser Engagement in die nächste Runde zu führen", erklärt der Center Director des Zweibrücken Fashion Outlet, Uli Nölkensmeier, „Es ist uns wichtig durch die Initiative nachhaltige Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten zu bieten und dadurch unsere Markenpartnerschaften zu stärken.“

Auch inhaltlich wurde das praxisorientierte Programm gezielt weiterentwickelt, um bestmöglich auf die aktuellen Marktanforderungen und Bedürfnissen der TeilnehmerInnen einzugehen. Neben Mitarbeiterführung, Erfolgscontrolling und Kundenbindung, rückt das Themenfeld Kommunikation stärker in den Fokus. Ein Bereich, der zunehmend an Bedeutung gewinnt und als zentraler Erfolgsfaktor für die Weiterentwicklung im Storemanagement gilt. Der vielfältige Teilnehmerkreis, bestehend aus renommierten nationalen wie internationalen Marken, unterstreicht die Attraktivität und Relevanz des Konzepts.

Source:

Zweibrücken Fashion Outlet

S-CAB Marisco outdoor rug setting Photo S-CAB
02.03.2025

S-CAB at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025

S-CAB is preparing for the Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025: 2025 marks a milestone for the company, which combines its vocation for contract with the intense search for the most modern and best design.

For Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025, S-CAB has entrusted the stand design to Calvi Brambilla and Partners, who have developed a setup that connects indoor and outdoor spaces.

The Marisco rug will make its debut, marking the beginning of Maddalena Casadei’s collaboration with S-CAB, enriching the Decor Accessories section. A piece that blends tradition and innovation, reinterpreting the ancient Sardinian art of reed coverings with the interweaving of polypropylene threads. The design, inspired by traditional mats and roofs, comes alive with a colourful thread that dances freely, creating a bridge between past and future. The rug is available in 3 colours and 2 sizes: 300x200 cm and 300x400 cm.

S-CAB is preparing for the Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025: 2025 marks a milestone for the company, which combines its vocation for contract with the intense search for the most modern and best design.

For Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025, S-CAB has entrusted the stand design to Calvi Brambilla and Partners, who have developed a setup that connects indoor and outdoor spaces.

The Marisco rug will make its debut, marking the beginning of Maddalena Casadei’s collaboration with S-CAB, enriching the Decor Accessories section. A piece that blends tradition and innovation, reinterpreting the ancient Sardinian art of reed coverings with the interweaving of polypropylene threads. The design, inspired by traditional mats and roofs, comes alive with a colourful thread that dances freely, creating a bridge between past and future. The rug is available in 3 colours and 2 sizes: 300x200 cm and 300x400 cm.

Source:

S-CAB

02.03.2025

Epson & SUSS MicroTec SE: Neue Methoden für Druck von Funktionsmaterialien

Die Seiko Epson Corporation (Epson) arbeitet ab sofort mit SUSS zusammen, einem führenden Hersteller von Prozesslösungen für die Halbleiter- und Elektronikindustrie. Im Rahmen dieser Partnerschaft wird SUSS die Epson PrecisionCore Druckkopftechnologie (Druckkopfserie I3200) in seinen Drucker LP50 einbauen, dem Topmodell zur Erforschung und Entwicklung neuer Inkjet-Druckprozesse. Ein Hauptziel der Kooperation ist dabei, die Einsatzmöglichkeiten der Tintenstrahldrucktechnologie auszubauen und neue Methoden für den Druck von Funktionsmaterialien zu entwickeln. Die Zusammenarbeit zwischen SUSS und Epson stellt einen bedeutenden Schritt in der Entwicklung gedruckter Elektronikschaltungen dar.

Die Seiko Epson Corporation (Epson) arbeitet ab sofort mit SUSS zusammen, einem führenden Hersteller von Prozesslösungen für die Halbleiter- und Elektronikindustrie. Im Rahmen dieser Partnerschaft wird SUSS die Epson PrecisionCore Druckkopftechnologie (Druckkopfserie I3200) in seinen Drucker LP50 einbauen, dem Topmodell zur Erforschung und Entwicklung neuer Inkjet-Druckprozesse. Ein Hauptziel der Kooperation ist dabei, die Einsatzmöglichkeiten der Tintenstrahldrucktechnologie auszubauen und neue Methoden für den Druck von Funktionsmaterialien zu entwickeln. Die Zusammenarbeit zwischen SUSS und Epson stellt einen bedeutenden Schritt in der Entwicklung gedruckter Elektronikschaltungen dar.

Die Pilotanlage wird zunächst in der Epson Europe B.V. Niederlassung Marly in der Schweiz installiert. Die Geschäftsstelle in Marly ist eine Gemeinschaftseinrichtung, in der Interessenten aus der produzierenden Industrie ihre Technologien und Materialien testen können. Die Entscheidung von SUSS für die Epson PrecisionCore Technologie beruht auf der hohen Druckqualität und der Möglichkeit, in einem Druckkopf bis zu acht Tinten gleichzeitig zu verdrucken. Darüber hinaus ist das Material des Druckkopfes chemisch sehr inert, sodass Forscher:innen und Entwickler:innen Druckprozesse mit Spezialliquiden störungsfrei untersuchen können.

Der LP50, bekannt für innovatives Design und Vielseitigkeit, ist ein wichtiges Instrument bei der Bewertung und Entwicklung von Inkjet-Materialien für unterschiedlichste Anwendungen der Elektronikindustrie. Der neue LP50 mit der PrecisionCore Druckkopftechnologie von Epson wird noch in der ersten Hälfte des Jahres 2025 vorgestellt. Bestehende Anwender des LP50 erhalten dann die Möglichkeit, ihre Geräte durch die Beschaffung geeigneter Optionen auf die Epson Technologie aufzurüsten. Später im Jahr werden SUSS und Epson weiterhin sogenannte Application Kits vorstellen, die neue getestete Prozesse und Materialien aus der F&E-Abteilung von Epson in Japan enthalten. Dieses Angebot unterstreicht das Engagement beider Unternehmen, neue Drucklösungen in der Elektronikindustrie zu etablieren.

More information:
Epson
Source:

Epson Deutschland GmbH

Denim finishing technologies Photo: (c) Jeanologia
02.03.2025

Jeanologia at Dhaka International Textile & Garment Machinery Exhibition

At the recent Dhaka International Textile & Garment Machinery Exhibition (DTG), Jeanologia showcased its integrated ecosystem of technologies designed to drive automation, efficiency, and sustainability across the entire denim production process.

Jeanologia, a global leader in the development of sustainable technologies for the textile industry, wants to reinforcing Bangladesh’s position as the world’s leading denim manufacturer by offering cutting-edge solutions that transform the industry from fabric treatment to garment finishing.

With over 20 years of presence in Bangladesh, Jeanologia continues to be a strategic partner for the country’s leading manufacturers, supporting them in their transition toward a more eco-efficient and competitive industry. By integrating its fabric-to-garment finishing solutions, the company is accelerating the shift towards a new era of digital and sustainable denim production.

At the recent Dhaka International Textile & Garment Machinery Exhibition (DTG), Jeanologia showcased its integrated ecosystem of technologies designed to drive automation, efficiency, and sustainability across the entire denim production process.

Jeanologia, a global leader in the development of sustainable technologies for the textile industry, wants to reinforcing Bangladesh’s position as the world’s leading denim manufacturer by offering cutting-edge solutions that transform the industry from fabric treatment to garment finishing.

With over 20 years of presence in Bangladesh, Jeanologia continues to be a strategic partner for the country’s leading manufacturers, supporting them in their transition toward a more eco-efficient and competitive industry. By integrating its fabric-to-garment finishing solutions, the company is accelerating the shift towards a new era of digital and sustainable denim production.

Since its founding, Jeanologia has been on a mission to transform the textile industry into a more ethical, sustainable, and efficient model. The company works closely with brands, retailers, and suppliers on this transformative journey, offering disruptive technologies, innovative software, and a new operational model. Their groundbreaking solutions, including laser technology, G2 ozone, Dancing Box, e-flow, H2Zero, and ColorBox, have redefinedgarment design and finishing standards, eliminating polluting processes and significantly reducing the use of water, energy, and chemicals. Thanks to these advancements, Jeanologia has saved millions of liters of water and eliminated harmful substances, turning its vision of a truly sustainable textile industry into reality.

G2 Dynamic: Fabric finishing
Jeanologia’s G2 Dynamic technology is revolutionizing fabric treatment and garment finishing by replacing highly polluting conventional processes with an eco-efficient ozone-based alternative. This solution significantly reduces the environmental impact of denim manufacturing by cutting water and chemical consumption by up to 95% and energy use by 80%.

Automated, digital, and sustainable garment finishing
Beyond fabric treatment, Jeanologia provides advanced garment finishing solutions that integrate automation, digitalization, and sustainability. These include Laser technology, a fully digital and automated system that replaces traditional manual and chemical-intensive processes, increasing precision and creativity while reducing environmental impact; G2 Indra, based on Airwash technology, this eco-efficient solution achieves authentic vintage and aged denim looks without using water or chemicals, reducing environmental impact while maintaining fabric integrity; e-Flow, a nanobubble technology that applies chemicals using minimal water, drastically reducing waste, and improving fabric performance; and H2 Zero, a water recycling system that enables zero discharge in the finishing process, making garment production more sustainable and resource-efficient.

“Our goal is to transform the denim industry by offering an end-to-end solution that enables a more responsible, automated, and sustainable production model. Bangladesh plays a key role in this transformation, and our technologies support the country’s leadership in the global market,” said Jean Pierre Inchauspe, Jeanologia’s Business Director in Asia.

StitchTogether National Seminar in Italy Photo by Euratex
02.03.2025

The StitchTogether National Seminar in Italy presents the Rome Declaration

On 19-20 February 2025, social partners from the Italian textile and fashion industry met in Rome to deepen their understanding of the upcoming EU legislations and their impact on the Italian textile industry, as well as to further discuss the next step in their effort for a more broad and effective social dialogue. In the context of the EU co-funded StitchTogether project, which aims at promoting social partnerships in the European Textiles and Clothing Industry, the meeting was also the occasion to draft the Rome Declaration: a joint statement to emphasise the social partners’ strong commitment to work together.

The meeting in Rome brought together representatives of the Italian textile industry, including the Italian employer association (Confindustria Moda), national trade unions (Femca-Cisl, Filctem-Cgil and Uiltec-Uil), regional clusters and companies to discuss the future of the industry. Together, they discussed the proposal for a sectoral industrial policy strategy to present to the Italian Government and the EU Commission for the support, consolidation and development of the textile-clothing supply chain.

On 19-20 February 2025, social partners from the Italian textile and fashion industry met in Rome to deepen their understanding of the upcoming EU legislations and their impact on the Italian textile industry, as well as to further discuss the next step in their effort for a more broad and effective social dialogue. In the context of the EU co-funded StitchTogether project, which aims at promoting social partnerships in the European Textiles and Clothing Industry, the meeting was also the occasion to draft the Rome Declaration: a joint statement to emphasise the social partners’ strong commitment to work together.

The meeting in Rome brought together representatives of the Italian textile industry, including the Italian employer association (Confindustria Moda), national trade unions (Femca-Cisl, Filctem-Cgil and Uiltec-Uil), regional clusters and companies to discuss the future of the industry. Together, they discussed the proposal for a sectoral industrial policy strategy to present to the Italian Government and the EU Commission for the support, consolidation and development of the textile-clothing supply chain.

The Rome Declaration includes a series of priorities, confirming social partners’ commitment in working together for a more competitive and fair Italian textile industry. The Declaration also calls upon the Italian Government and the European Union to support the upcoming transformation of the textile and clothing industries, technology and skills upgrades, regional development and just transition.

Says Judith Kirton-Darling, IndustriAll Europe's general secretary stated that “the Italian textile industry employs around 300,000 workers, or 24% of the European workforce in the textile and clothing sector, making it the largest in Europe. In a context of numerous challenges for the European textile industry, such as unfair globalization, green and digital transition, social dialogue is a real lever for improving working conditions and job security. We are committed alongside our Italian partners to a resilient and attractive textile industry in Italy”.

Dirk Vantyghem, EURATEX Director General, stressed that “Italy represents 36% of the total European textile and fashion industry; it is critically important therefore to maintain a strong Italian textile industry, which can be a benchmark for other countries. Combining quality, creativity and innovation is the recipe for success. This requires a dynamic company spirit, where employers and employees work hand in hand.”

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Euratex

28.02.2025

Honest Marketing and Circularity: A New Era for Fashion

Pioneering a new era in sustainable fashion, TrusTrace, adidas, and Tapestry are set to headline a thought-provoking panel at SXSW 2025 titled "Honest Marketing and Circularity: A New Era for Fashion." This session will delve into the imperative of transparent data in guiding consumers towards environmentally conscious purchases and the transformative role of data and Digital Product Passports in fostering deeper brand-consumer connections. Registration is now open here.

Kicking off SXSW on opening day, March 7th, at 2:30 PM CT, this panel will bring together industry leaders to share key sustainability insights and explore fashion’s evolution from a storytelling-driven industry to one built on transparency, featuring:

Pioneering a new era in sustainable fashion, TrusTrace, adidas, and Tapestry are set to headline a thought-provoking panel at SXSW 2025 titled "Honest Marketing and Circularity: A New Era for Fashion." This session will delve into the imperative of transparent data in guiding consumers towards environmentally conscious purchases and the transformative role of data and Digital Product Passports in fostering deeper brand-consumer connections. Registration is now open here.

Kicking off SXSW on opening day, March 7th, at 2:30 PM CT, this panel will bring together industry leaders to share key sustainability insights and explore fashion’s evolution from a storytelling-driven industry to one built on transparency, featuring:

  • Sigrid Buehrle, adidas SVP Sustainability and ESG
  • Logan Duran, Tapestry VP of ESG and Sustainability
  • Anja Sadock, TrusTrace SVP of Marketing
  • Brooke Roberts-Islam, TECHSTYLER Founder, Forbes Senior Contributor Sustainability (Moderator)

“For years, adidas has been dedicated to increasing the use of recycled materials in our products, incorporating third-party certified cotton and ensuring our leather is processed to the highest standards set by the Leather Working Group,” said Sigrid Buehrle, SVP Sustainability and ESG at adidas. “However, tracking material information from raw material to finished products needs robust data and systems. Providing transparent information about our products is of utmost importance to adidas, as we know that it drives trust and credibility with consumers and other stakeholders.”

“Transparency in sustainability claims and reporting is simply a business imperative.” said Logan Duran, VP of ESG and Sustainability at Tapestry. “Brands that ground communication in facts and not promises build stronger trust with their customers, investors, and stakeholders. Companies that prioritize transparency and data-driven accountability can drive real environmental impact while ensuring they meet the rising expectations for corporate responsibility.”

“We’re on the verge of a major shift in the fashion industry,” said Anja Sadock, SVP of Marketing at TrusTrace. “Advancements in technology and AI have made data-driven transparency more accessible than ever, unlocking new opportunities to drive real impact, strengthen consumer trust, and empower shoppers to make more sustainable choices.”

Brooke Roberts-Islam, a renowned writer and consultant on sustainability in the fashion industry, will moderate the discussion, using her expertise to explore how brands can navigate the evolving landscape of sustainability and consumer expectations. “Fashion marketing has long been marred by unsubstantiated and confusing sustainability claims. Brands now have an obligation–and a powerful opportunity–to share evidence-based sustainability information to empower consumers, level the playing field and re-build trust.”

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Griffin360

28.02.2025

Autoneum: Acquisition of majority shareholding of Chinese automotive supplier completed

The acquisition of a majority stake of 70 percent in the Chinese automotive supplier Jiangsu Huanyu Group, which was announced in November 2024, was completed with effect from February 28, 2025, following approval by the authorities. As a result, Business Group Asia secures access to all major Chinese manufacturers and significantly increases its annual revenue.

The agreement to acquire 70 percent of the shares of Jiangsu Huanyu Group, which was signed on November 19, 2024, was executed today. All necessary approvals by the authorities for the take-over have been granted. As a result, Autoneum is acquiring a majority stake in one of the leading suppliers of lightweight components for light and commercial vehicles in China as of February 28, 2025. Autoneum also has the option to purchase the remaining 30 percent of the share capital in 2028. As previously announced, the Jiangsu Huanyu Group will continue to operate under its Chinese name.

The acquisition of a majority stake of 70 percent in the Chinese automotive supplier Jiangsu Huanyu Group, which was announced in November 2024, was completed with effect from February 28, 2025, following approval by the authorities. As a result, Business Group Asia secures access to all major Chinese manufacturers and significantly increases its annual revenue.

The agreement to acquire 70 percent of the shares of Jiangsu Huanyu Group, which was signed on November 19, 2024, was executed today. All necessary approvals by the authorities for the take-over have been granted. As a result, Autoneum is acquiring a majority stake in one of the leading suppliers of lightweight components for light and commercial vehicles in China as of February 28, 2025. Autoneum also has the option to purchase the remaining 30 percent of the share capital in 2028. As previously announced, the Jiangsu Huanyu Group will continue to operate under its Chinese name.

Established in 2001, Jiangsu Huanyu Group operates 13 production facilities* with approximately 1 200 employees in close proximity to local vehicle manufacturers in the north, west and southeast of China, including the booming automotive hubs of Anhui and Shaanxi. The plant in Wuhan is operated by several companies of the Jiangsu Huanyu Group, but officially counts as only one site. Therefore, a total of 13 production facilities were acquired with the Jiangsu Huanyu Group, and not 14 as announced on November 19, 2024.

The Group’s product port-folio includes components for the vehicle interior such as carpets, inner and outer dashes, headlin-ers, trunk and interior trim, wheelhouse outer liners as well as insulation for the engine bay and the underbody, offering strong potential for synergies with Autoneum’s current product offerings. In the 2023 financial year, Jiangsu Huanyu Group generated revenue of around CHF 130 million with a significant increase in 2024.

The takeover marks another milestone on the way to generating 20 percent of Group revenue in Asia in the medium term. Autoneum Chief Executive Officer Eelco Spoelder explains: “Jiangsu Huanyu Group achieves over 90 percent of its revenue with Chinese customers, making it an ex-cellent strategic fit for Autoneum. We are gaining access to an established customer base in China, including several major Chinese vehicle manufacturers such as BYD, BAIC and GAC, and are thus significantly strengthening our position in the world’s largest automotive market. Jiangsu Huanyu Group’s presence and diversified product portfolio will also support the expansion of our commer-cial vehicle business in China and enable us to leverage further synergies in the areas of technology, manufacturing processes and purchasing.”

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Autoneum Management AG

28.02.2025

Kornit Digital: American Classics Apparel, Inc. leads digital revolution in gaming apparel

Kornit Digital LTD., a global pioneer in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, announced that American Classics Apparel, Inc., a top wholesaler of licensed music, movie, and gaming apparel, is adopting the Kornit Apollo platform. This next-generation direct-to-garment powerhouse accelerates the company’s shift from traditional screen printing to high-speed digital production – ensuring it can keep pace with the surging customer demand and rapid growth of the e-tailer marketplace.
 
Headquartered in Hanceville, Alabama, American Classics has been a trusted name in licensed apparel for nearly three decades – offering iconic designs from beloved brands in music (AC/DC), movies (Rocky) and television (Cheers). Sold through retailers like Walmart and online platforms such as Amazon, their products define fan gear excellence.
 
With the addition of Kornit Apollo to its arsenal on top of Kornit Atlas MAX POLY production and range of earlier Kornit direct-to-garment systems – the company is ready to deliver faster, more efficiently and with unmatched quality.

Kornit Digital LTD., a global pioneer in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, announced that American Classics Apparel, Inc., a top wholesaler of licensed music, movie, and gaming apparel, is adopting the Kornit Apollo platform. This next-generation direct-to-garment powerhouse accelerates the company’s shift from traditional screen printing to high-speed digital production – ensuring it can keep pace with the surging customer demand and rapid growth of the e-tailer marketplace.
 
Headquartered in Hanceville, Alabama, American Classics has been a trusted name in licensed apparel for nearly three decades – offering iconic designs from beloved brands in music (AC/DC), movies (Rocky) and television (Cheers). Sold through retailers like Walmart and online platforms such as Amazon, their products define fan gear excellence.
 
With the addition of Kornit Apollo to its arsenal on top of Kornit Atlas MAX POLY production and range of earlier Kornit direct-to-garment systems – the company is ready to deliver faster, more efficiently and with unmatched quality.

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Kornit Digital