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Denim mills prioritise scalable innovation, recycled fibres and cost efficiency for Spring–Summer 2028

Fibres
Leading denim manufacturers are shifting towards commercially viable fabrics that combine authentic aesthetics, functional performance, measurable sustainability and competitive...

SMX develops molecular fibre traceability to verify cotton origins, recycled content and digital product passports

Fibres
The US-listed technology company is linking invisible material markers with digital records, aiming to strengthen verification throughout textile manufacturing,...

Bangladesh launches Cotton Loop to turn garment waste into recycled yarn and new clothing by 2029

Fibres
The Dutch-backed initiative brings together cotton growers, garment factories, recyclers and European brands to demonstrate a traceable cotton supply...

Fibre traceability gives spinning mills a new competitive advantage beyond yarn price

Fibres
Physical fibre markers and digital production records are helping spinning mills verify raw-material origins, strengthen buyer relationships and differentiate...

Newlight and Prime Polymer develop lightweight polypropylene fibre with polyester-like dyeability

Fibres
The US–Japan collaboration combines methane-derived biopolymer technology with polypropylene to overcome a major dyeing limitation, potentially opening new markets...

China’s cotton yarn exports rebounded 20.9% in September, but shipments to Pakistan fall 33.7%

Fibres
China’s cotton yarn exports recovered in September as demand strengthened in Vietnam and Cambodia, although declining Pakistani purchases and...

Rieter announces major leadership change as Georg Stausberg takes over as CEO

Fibres
The Board of Directors of Rieter Holding Ltd. was confronted by the designated CEO, Daniel Lippuner, with additional demands...

Spinnova partners with Outlast to develop bio-based fibres for temperature-regulating and insulating textiles

Yarns
The Finnish fibre innovator is exploring the integration of mechanically produced cellulosic fibres with phase-change materials and aerogel insulation,...

Fulgar highlights 100% bio-based polyamide and 46% renewable Q-GEO yarn as textile industry confronts fossil-fibre dependence

Yarns
Italian yarn manufacturer Fulgar is advancing plant-derived synthetic fibres, but higher costs, feedstock traceability and credible environmental claims remain...

China’s cotton prices fall 3.24% as inventories surge and textile demand weakens

Fibres
China’s cotton market faces growing supply pressure despite lower production forecasts, as commercial inventories exceed 2.9 million tonnes and...

Japan advances thermal textile innovation with radiative cooling membranes and lightweight insulation fibres

Fibres
Japanese manufacturers are commercialising advanced textile technologies that reduce cooling demand in buildings and deliver lightweight thermal insulation for...

Pakistan cotton prices fall to Rs 17,800 as poor fibre quality and rising costs squeeze spinning mills

Fibres
Cotton prices continue to weaken, but deteriorating fibre quality, expensive imports and higher financing costs are limiting the benefits...

Lenzing seeks buyer for 80,000-tonne lyocell plant after €300 million capital increase

Fibres
The Austrian fibre manufacturer is restructuring its production network, extending operations at its Heiligenkreuz facility until March 2027 while...

India extends duty-free cotton imports until December 31 to ease prices and support textile mills

Fibres
India has extended its 11% cotton import duty exemption by two months as weaker domestic production prospects and firm...

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

Fibres
Japanese fibre manufacturer Asahi Kasei is expanding applications for its specialised elastane technologies, combining recycled content, odour control and...

Hyosung starts Sugarcane-Based BDO production in Vietnam, targets 200,000 tonnes for Bio-Elastane

Fibres
The South Korean fibre manufacturer has launched a 50,000-tonne bio-BDO facility as part of a planned $1 billion investment,...

Savio brings smart winding and “We Spin Different” technology to ITMA Asia 2026 in Shanghai

Fibres
At ITMA Asia Shanghai 2026, Savio will showcase its latest advancements in winding and spinning technology, with a strong...

Brugnoli, LYCRA and Pissei launch cycling apparel with 89% Bio-Based fabric and lower environmental impact

Innovation
The Italian collaboration combines renewable polyamide, bio-based elastane and patented knitting technology to deliver high-performance cycling apparel with reduced...

Functional Fabric Fair Portland 2026 to showcase 340+ sustainable textile suppliers and Bio-Based innovations

Events
The US performance textile sourcing exhibition will spotlight bio-based fibres, circular materials, Digital Product Passports and emerging sustainability regulations...

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

Fibres
Cotton prices softened despite satisfactory trading activity, while higher seasonal arrivals and weak domestic textile demand continue to shape...
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