Asahi Kasei showcases recycled, degradable and functional ROICA stretch fibres for performance textiles

Japanese fibre manufacturer Asahi Kasei is expanding applications for its specialised elastane technologies, combining recycled content, odour control and improved fabric stability with advanced knitting and weaving. Japan’s Asahi Kasei...

Latest News

Video thumbnail
With Rieter Card C 81, H.A Fibres achieves production of 180 kg/h, reduced energy consumption by 30%
03:24
Video thumbnail
Better Yarn, Happier Customers, No Quality Complaints since Installation of USTER® RSO 3D at Ibrahim
08:22
Video thumbnail
Thomas Oetterli (CEO) talks about Rieter’s automation, digitization, recycling spinning technologies
04:28
Video thumbnail
André Wissenberg (VP) speaks about Barmag's debut joint participation with Rieter, POY 2.0, Atmos
05:17
Video thumbnail
Enrico Verga and Gianluca Macchi talk about Konica's advancements in digital textile printing at ITM
05:51
Video thumbnail
Matteo Mutti talks about ITEMA iSAVER® resource optimization and future trends in weaving technology
04:44
Video thumbnail
Lieven Beke talks about Picanol’s comprehensive weaving technologies at ITM 2026
06:25
Video thumbnail
Francesco Nozza talks about Epson’s ML-18000 printer and advanced digital printing solutions at ITM
05:36
Video thumbnail
Regina Brückner (C.E.O) talks about Brückner’s product diversity as a key to success at Techtextil
06:48
Video thumbnail
Yiannis Vasilonikolos highlights BW Converting’s TexCoat G4 precision spray for technical textiles
06:30
Video thumbnail
Zaman Textile reduces utilities and chemical consumption by up to 50% with Baldwin TexCoat® G4
07:07
Video thumbnail
Dr. Bettina Temath talks about Trützschler latest innovations at ITMA ASIA
04:40
Video thumbnail
Rupert Hodges (CCO Oritain) talks about the origin verification for textiles' need for traceability.
08:21
Video thumbnail
Rick Stanford (VP Baldwin) talks about a new benchmark in digital spray dyeing with TexChroma
04:20
Video thumbnail
Mauro Moro (CEO of Savio) discusses AI-Driven and Automated Spinning Innovations at ITMA Asia
02:35
Video thumbnail
Alexander Özbahadir talks about Rieter shaping the future of spinning through innovative solutions.
06:01
Video thumbnail
Joerg Bauersachs speaks about how COTTON USA SOLUTIONS™ helps mills to improve performance
04:20
Video thumbnail
Axel Wintermeyer speaks about KARL MAYER leading the way in warp knitting and digital transformation
04:01
Video thumbnail
Fritz Legler (Stäubli Sargans) speaks about cutting-edge innovations in weaving & digital solutions
09:17
Video thumbnail
Cornelia Buchwalder (Secretary General) talks about Swiss-tailored solutions for textile industry
06:13
Video thumbnail
Andrè Wissenberg (V.P) talks about Oerlikon’s vision for next generation of textile manufacturing
04:36
Video thumbnail
Gianluca Macchi (Konica Minolta) speaks about redefining next-generation digital textile printing.
04:17
Video thumbnail
Exclusive interview about NASSENGER SP-le: A game-changing textile digital printing solution
08:39
Video thumbnail
Muhammad Sadiq, Nishat Mills Limited discusses the impact of the Rieter rotor spinning machine R37
04:09
Video thumbnail
Alexander Stamper, Trützschler Group, discusses smart technologies driving the future of spinning
06:16
Video thumbnail
Rick Stanford, Baldwin Technology discusses eco-efficiency of precision spray application systems
07:17
Video thumbnail
Alex Zucchi, Ferraro S.p.A. discusses the future and expansion of Italian textile machinery
08:19
Video thumbnail
Giorgio Calculli, Director, ACIMIT discusses navigating innovation, trade, and market expansion
04:59
Video thumbnail
Andreas Rass, Zimmer Maschinenbau GmbH discusses a look at Zimmer Austria’s vision and strategy
09:05
Video thumbnail
Zoe Keay, Oritain discusses how forensic traceability is reshaping the cotton supply chain
05:32
Video thumbnail
Goksun Ozensoy, Brazzoli S.R.L discusses showcasing cutting-edge, eco-friendly dyeing technologies
04:50
Video thumbnail
Interview with Olaf Schmidt Vice President, Messe Frankfurt about latest developments at Techtextil
09:45
Video thumbnail
Saleem Khan Tanoli (FAKT Exhibitions, IGATEX), talks about the latest developments at IGATEX 2024
04:50
Video thumbnail
Cem YALÇIN (Senior Vice President) talks about Saurer’s latest technological developments at IGATEX
04:44
Video thumbnail
Sivakumar Narayanan (Uster Technologies) talks about Uster’s exciting new technologies at IGATEX
06:24
Video thumbnail
Ms Cornelia Buchwalder, Swiss Textile Machinery, talks about Swiss technologies at Techtextil 2024
05:45
Video thumbnail
Dr Harald Weber, Managing Director, VDMA, talks about German technologies at Techtextil 2024
04:04
Video thumbnail
Neuenhauser, world's largest textiles automated system at Ibrahim Fibres - latest German automation
10:56
Video thumbnail
André Wissenberg (Vice President) talks about Oerlikon's products and process innovations at ITMA
04:58
Video thumbnail
Cornelia Buchwalder (Secretary-General. CEMATEX) talks about the success of ITMA 2023 Milan, Italy
05:35
Video thumbnail
Team KONICA MINOLTA talks about the innovations and latest trends in digital printing at ITMA Milan
07:55
Video thumbnail
Jason Kent (CEO, BTMA) talks about the innovative British Textile Machinery exhibited at ITMA 2023
09:10
Video thumbnail
Nicole Croonenbroek talks about Monforts' sustainable products and process innovations at ITMA 2023
04:06
Video thumbnail
SPGPrints talks about product and process innovations in Printing and Digital Printing at ITMA 2023
09:04
Video thumbnail
Team DyStar talks about Sustainable Process Innovations in Textile Dyeing and Finishing at ITMA 2023
07:58
Video thumbnail
Danna Drion talks about Mimaki's Sustainable process innovations in Textile Digital Printing at ITMA
11:21
Video thumbnail
An Interview with Benoit Moutault about CHT featuring its product innovations at ITMA 2023
04:24
Video thumbnail
An interview with William Bettendorf about Cotton Council International USA's innovations at ITMA
04:31
Video thumbnail
An Interview with Bruno Caffieri about Picanol featuring its product innovations at ITMA 2023
09:44
Video thumbnail
An Interview with Anees Khawaja about his views on the innovations and technologies at ITMA 2023
03:53
Video thumbnail
Is Pigment Digital Printing, the upcoming future trend? Know more, Maheen Textile, KERAJet and ITACA
11:09
Video thumbnail
Tailor-made solutions. SuperTestaRossa. Adil Ghani greatly satisfied with innovative inspection tech
10:25
Video thumbnail
Sajjad Qureshi (US Denim) highlights energy savings and reduced carbon footprints with Mahlo Atmoset
06:07
Video thumbnail
Transforming the world of textiles towards circularity at ITMA by Dr Marcus Rennekamp (COO, Saurer)
10:16
Video thumbnail
Address by Chief Guest. Mr Sadiq Sanjrani (Chairman. Senate of Pakistan) at Inspiring Change 2022
07:42
Video thumbnail
Address by Mr William K. Makaneole. U.S. Consul General Lahore at Inspiring Change Conference 2022
10:01
Video thumbnail
Address by Mr Abdul Rahim Nasir (Chairman APTMA) at Inspiring Change Conference 2022
13:09

Bangladesh urges uniqlo to expand investment in Man-Made fibres, technical textiles and sustainable apparel

Bangladesh is seeking deeper investment from Japanese apparel giant Uniqlo to strengthen advanced textile manufacturing, technology transfer...

India plans integrated textile tax reforms to cut raw material and machinery costs

The government is reviewing GST, customs duties and anti-dumping measures across the textile value chain to reduce...

Pakistan and UK explore textile tariff concessions, market access and technical cooperation

Pakistan’s textile industry is seeking stronger access to British retailers, technical collaboration and sustainability support, while existing...

India plans to extend Duty-Free cotton imports until December as production shortfall threatens textile mills

India is considering a two-month extension of its 11% cotton import duty exemption to ease raw material shortages, stabilise prices and strengthen the competitiveness...

Pakistan cotton spot rate falls to Rs. 18,000 per maund as the market remains subdued

Cotton prices softened despite satisfactory trading activity, while higher seasonal arrivals and weak domestic textile demand continue to shape Pakistan’s cotton market. Pakistan’s cotton spot...

AI could transform knitted fabric design by linking creativity with industrial manufacturing

German researchers are developing an AI-assisted design approach that could help textile designers create innovative knitted structures while ensuring compatibility with industrial knitting machines. Researchers...

Shein agrees to $100 million US settlement as regulatory pressure and delivery complaints mount

The fast-fashion retailer faces mounting compliance costs in the US and Europe, weakening the economics of its low-price, cross-border e-commerce model. Fast-fashion giant Shein has...

Renaissance fiber secures $2.24 Million to scale US hemp textile production

The North Carolina investment aims to turn domestically grown hemp into spin-ready fibre using existing cotton and synthetic-textile machinery, closing a key gap between...

BGMEA moves toward mandatory ESG reporting for 2,500 garment factories

Bangladesh is shifting sustainability from individual factory certification toward sector-wide data disclosure as buyers increasingly demand evidence on carbon, energy, water, labour and governance...

Barmag expands digital academy to China as BCF yarn manufacturer adopts online machinery training

German textile machinery specialist Barmag is expanding digital training for bulked continuous filament production, helping manufacturers standardise machine operation, maintenance and workforce skills. Barmag, a...

Italian Textile Machinery orders rose 7% in Q3 2026, driven by strong export demand

Order intake for Italian textile machinery manufacturers increased by 7% in the third quarter of 2026, compared with the same period of 2025. Growth...

Italian Textile machinery orders in Q3 2026

Order intake for Italian textile machinery manufacturers increased by 7% in the third quarter of 2026, compared with the same period of 2025. Growth...

AMANN unveils five innovative sewing threads for circular fashion, smart manufacturing and high-performance apparel

From heat-dissolvable seams to biodegradable cellulose and reflective threads, AMANN's latest innovations demonstrate how sewing threads can improve garment recyclability, manufacturing efficiency and functional...

Blue earth selects 10 textile and circular fashion innovators, names VNYX investment winner

Blue Earth’s 2026 investment programme highlights emerging technologies in sustainable fibres, textile recycling, biotechnology and AI-powered garment resale, with at least £1 million earmarked...

Algae-Based black pigment wins TIME recognition as sustainable textile printing advances

Living Ink Technologies’ carbon-negative Algae Black pigment is gaining commercial traction, offering apparel and textile manufacturers a bio-based alternative to petroleum-derived black colourants. Colorado-based Living...

ITMA ASIA + CITME 2026, Shanghai, China

November 20-24, 2026 .  National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai, China .  Established in 2008, ITMA...

IGATEX Pakistan 2026, Lahore

Pakistan’s textile and garment industry marked a major milestone with...

Our Clients