NCTO urges isotopic testing of cotton goods

November 30, 2023  |  Industry News, News

National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) President and CEO Kim Glas issued the following statement in support of Rep. Jennifer Wexton’s (D-VA) letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, urging his agency to step up isotopic testing of imported products co…
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LYCRA announces Gary Smith CEO

November 22, 2023  |  Industry News, News

The LYCRA Company, a global developer of innovative and sustainable fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries, announced that Gary Smith has been appointed chief executive officer, effective November 27, 2023. Smith will replace Dean Williams who has served as actin…
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Santoni Shanghai finalizes Terrot acquisition

November 21, 2023  |  Industry News, News

Santoni Shanghai Knitting Machinery Co., Ltd. announced that it has received regulatory approval from the Chinese authorities for its proposed acquisition of Terrot GmbH, a leading manufacturer of circular knitting machines in Germany. The acquisition represents a pivotal step in Santoni’s strateg…
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Oerlikon, Haelixa make supply chains traceable

November 20, 2023  |  Industry News, News

In cooperation with the Swiss company Haelixa, Oerlikon Manmade Fibers Solutions will, in future, be able to make the entire value chain of a textile end product transparent and hence sustainable. The two development partners are offering a solution for the comprehensive traceability of products, as…
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Better Cotton revolutionizes cotton sector with traceability solution

November 3, 2023  |  Industry News, News

Better Cotton, the world’s largest cotton sustainability initiative, has officially launched a first-of-its-kind traceability solution for the fashion and textile sectors. The solution has been developed over three years and will provide visibility of cotton’s journey through the supply chain by…
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AQUAPAK seeks solution to recycling complex polymer packaging

October 16, 2023  |  Industry News, News

Aquapak Polymers Ltd, which specializes in polymer-based material technologies that can deliver both performance and environmental responsibility at scale, has announced its Newcastle University Chemistry Undergraduate award-winning Stage 3 Industry Challenge, which sets students the task of identif…
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Everest Textile Co. Ltd. receives Circular Economy Leadership Award

October 13, 2023  |  Industry News, News

The Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA) 2023 is pleased to honor 30 outstanding business leaders and enterprises for championing sustainable and responsible business practices. Presented by leading regional NGO Enterprise Asia, the AREA is the most reputable award recognition program recogniz…
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Import cargo, spending growth slowing

October 11, 2023  |  Industry News, News

Import cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports has already hit its expected peak for the year and should gradually slow headed into the holiday season, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates. “Cargo volumes w…
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Hybridworks secures $3.2 million investment to propel textile recycling innovation

September 27, 2023  |  Industry News, News

Hybridworks, a cutting-edge textile recycling technology company, announced a $3.2 million seed-series equity investment from a private Midwest-based investor. The new investment marks a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionize the textile industry with the most scalable and energy-effi…
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