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News12 Nov 2014China polyester filament yarn exports soar again
Data from China Customs showed that polyester filament yarn exports during September bucked the declining trend of August, climbing by 13.53%, to 130, 661 tonnes, which was a jump of 23.74% y-o-y ,too.
News12 Nov 2014China polyester staple fibre output decreases during 2014
According to China National Bureau of Statistics, polyester staple fibre production during September increased 5.47% on the previous month, to 825,274 tonnes, arresting the declining trend of last two months.
News11 Nov 2014China home textile exports increase steadily
According to China Customs, home textile exports during September amounted to US$ 2.73 billion, down 22.22% from the previous month, due to the seasonal impact.
News11 Nov 2014China PX imports jump during September
According to China Customs, paraxlyene (PX) imports reached around 1 million tonnes, surging 48.15% on the previous month and 27.87% from the corresponding period of 2013.
Invisa acquires coated fabrics manufacturers
Invisa has acquired Uniroyal Engineered Products and Engineered Products Acquisition Limited, the holding company for Wardle Storeys (Group) Limited for a combined purchase price of $55m.
News11 Nov 2014China acrylic imports continue to slump
According to China Customs, acrylic imports during September amounted to 14,339 tonnes, up 20.06% on the previous month, reversing the declining trend of the last two months.
IVL revenues up 10% in first three quarters of 2014
Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL), producer of intermediate petrochemicals, has reported a revenue increase of 10% year on year to THB189.3bn ($5.76bn) in the first nine months of the fiscal 2014 year.
News11 Nov 2014PGI unveils thermoplastic fabrics
Global nonwovens producer PGI has launched a range of thermoplastic veils that improves the finish on reinforced plastic parts.
News11 Nov 2014Ricoh previews new textile print heads
Ricoh has previewed two new inkjet print heads, both of which are expected to have textile application. At the 2014 IMI European Ink Jet Printing Conference, held in Barcelona last week, Graham Kennedy, business development manager of industrial print at Ricoh Europe, gave details of the forthcoming MH2830 head, with flow-through technology, and the GH2220, designed for lower costs. Both heads are expected to go into production towards the beginning of Q2, 2015.
Sumitomo Seika debuts high performance SAP
Chemicals company Sumitomo Seika has developed an advanced version of its high performance superabsorbent polymer (SAP) Aqua Keep, used in hygiene products such as disposable diapers.
Domtar awarded for sustainability efforts
Domtar Corporation has been recognised for its ongoing sustainability efforts, scooping two prizes at the recent 2014 Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) Awards.
Moda welcomes Triumph to exhibitor line-up
The next edition of Moda Lingerie & Swimwear, taking place from February 15-17, 2015, has confirmed a strong roster of the intimate apparel industry’s key names.
News11 Nov 2014Knutsford Legacy Range celebrates English manufacturing
Knutsford has launched its new Legacy Range for winter 2014, a collection of classic waxed field jackets, luxury outerwear, knitwear and accessories for men and women exclusively made in England. Each garment is a limited edition piece, with only 100 of each item being produced.
Visteon posts Q3 net loss
Automotive parts supplier Visteon Corporation reported a US$ 21 million net loss over the third quarter 2014 because of charges from discontinued operations.
FESPA China 2014 to showcase the latest in textile printing
FESPA China & CSGIA 2014 is to host exhibitors and conference sessions focused on textile printing, when the exhibition opens its doors on the 19-21 November 2014, at the Guangzhou Pazhou Poly World Trade Centre, China.
News11 Nov 2014Armadillo Merino shoots for the stars
Armadillo Merino, manufacturer of next-to-skin protection garments for professionals working in high risk environments, has extended its reach to the aerospace market.
NuDown launches custom insulation garments
Outdoor clothing company NuDown has unveiled the first line of jackets and vests featuring NuTech, a proprietary technology allowing consumers to personalise their level of insulation, with air.
W L Gore launches new knit fabric
W L Gore has launched Gore C-Knit Backer 3-layer Technology, 100% windproof and waterproof, yet lighter, more breathable and softer than comparable previous generation products.
Executive Market Report – 10th November 2014
A detailed review of movements in fibre, yarn and fabric prices from the previous week, along with changes in production costs.
Performance wear snap fastenings win innovation award
A small pressure snap which could replace Velcro fastenings in garments took the prize for innovation at the recent Performance Days show, held in Munich on 4-5 November.
Review10 Nov 2014FESPA 2015 awards open for entries
FESPA’s annual awards programme, which celebrates print excellence, is now open for entries to its 2015 Awards.
Dainese acquired by Investcorp
Protective apparel producer Dainese has been acquired by global investment firm Investcorp, for an enterprise value of €130 million (US$ 162 million).