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News15 Jul 2014Fabric sales grow in Keqiao
Fabric trading volumes during June in China’s Keqiao Textile City (a huge production and trading hub in Zhejiang province) amounted to 347.55 million metres, plummeting 30.44% from the previous month.
News15 Jul 2014China exports of textile and apparel lacklustre during 2014
According to China Customs, textile exports during June tumbled by 11.45% from the previous month, to US$ 9.26 billion, which, however, was 0.37% higher than the same month last year.
Research and Markets present Chinese textile printing and dyeing market report
Research and Markets has published a report analysing the textile printing and dyeing industry in China over the next four years.
News15 Jul 2014Vicunha Textil launches new fabrics line
Inspired by street fashion and cool and fresh style, Vicunha Textil launched a new line based on two main concepts – freedom and attitude. These were translated into high-performance fabrics with maximum versatility, elasticity and urban look, according to the firm.
Sweeps launches Tencel wipes in Europe
Sweeps has introduced wipes containing Lenzing’s Tencel fibre to the European market for the first time. The concept has been co-developed and produced by the Netherlands-based wet wipe converter Codi International.
NSA unveils high-tensile-strength protective apparel
National Safety Apparel (NSA) has introduced its new fabric technology for the welding and metals industries, Carbon Armour. The jackets and sleeves are designed to offer protection against burns caused by sparks and welding spatter, while providing comfort, breathability, moisture management and a quick drying rate.
News15 Jul 2014Aarque Graphics and Sublimation Solutions join Sawgrass’ network
Sawgrass has entered into a partnership with Aarque Graphics and Sublimation Solutions, welcoming them to its Global Dealer Network. The companies will provide services to digital decorators throughout Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.
Change Capital Partners acquires majority share of Frette
Frette SrL, Italian luxury linen and home furnishings business, will receive a significant investment from Change Capital Partners, which has acquired a majority stake in the company. The company’s existing owner, JH Partners, will retain a minority stake in the business.
Premier Vision to display Digital Textile Printing Challenge winners’ work
The three winning designs of the 2014 Sustainable Digital Textile Printing Challenge will be showcased for the first time at the Premier Vision show in New York, US. The designs will be on display at the Kornit Digital booth from July 22-23.
DaniMer launches hotmelt adhesives made from renewable resources
DaniMer has introduced a new line of hotmelt adhesives made from renewable resources. The bio-adhesives are produced using DaniMer’s proprietary Seluma condensation polymer technology, which is said to result in products that are ASTM 6400 compostable and suitable for hydro-repulping operations.
Bayer presents waterborne PU technology
Bayer MaterialScience has launched Insqin, a turnkey technology for the development and scaling of new waterborne polyurethane (PU) coated fabrics.
Profile15 Jul 2014Japanese domestic knitwear production on the up
It seems to be a trend, small, but the same signals coming from several countries. Companies focused on flat knitted products move the production from low-cost countries back home.
Executive Market Report - 14th July 2014
A detailed review of movements in fibre, yarn and fabric prices from the previous week, along with changes in production costs.
News14 Jul 2014SGL starts thermoplastic-compatible carbon fibre production
SGL Group has started production of thermoplastic-compatible carbon fibres at its Muir of Ord site in Scotland.
Insight14 Jul 2014Domestic technical textile sourcing finds favour in US
Reshoring is a hot topic in the textile value chain. Unsafe factories in Bangladesh, anti-Chinese riots in Vietnam, mass faintings in Cambodia, another coup in Thailand and wage increases across Asia are creating massive headaches for sourcing managers in the EU and US.
Invista revamps brand strategy
Invista is undertaking a new brand strategy for its Lycra fibre, articulating the benefits of the product – freedom, comfort and movement – via its Lycra Moves You campaign platform.
Wool Market Report - 14th July 2014
A comprehensive weekly round-up and analysis of price developments at the major wool auctions around the world.
News14 Jul 2014Techkon launches colour-catching app
Techkon has unveiled its ColorCatcher smart phone app, allowing users to capture and match specific shades. The app generates Lab and sRGB colour values and displays the matching tone from the RAL – colour standard for professionals in industry, architecture and design – Classic colour book.
Review14 Jul 2014REVIEW: Interfilière Paris 2014
Interfilière Paris saw 10,501 visitors come through its doors this year, and despite a slight dip compared to last year (5%), organisers were confident that there was a high quality and good diversity of visitors this year.
Chinese and Mongolian cashmere prices set to remain unchanged
After the previous week’s falls, Chinese and Mongolian cashmere prices remained unchanged last week, according to reports from the Schneider Group. It said that prices are expected to stay at the same level for some time, or at least until a firm demand is confirmed.
Toray develops lab-scale plant-based polyester yarn
Toray has produced a fully plant-based polyester yarn in laboratory scale, which is ready for partial launch. The new Ecodear polyester is made exclusively from renewable raw materials, comprising starch and treacle.
Positive start to new British wool season
The first British wool sale of the 2014/15 season offered 1.42 million kgs. A positive start to the new selling season saw the market remain generally firmed with a clearance of 99%.