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News2 Jul 2014Bayer Material Science new intelligent underwear range
Bayer has created a kit that allows peak athletic performance.
News2 Jul 2014Arc’teryx unveils new mountain footwear
Arc’teryx has presented its Technical Performance Footwear, comprising eight shoe styles for men and women separated into low-cut approach shoes (Alpha FL) and mid-cut Hiking and light trekking boots (Bora Mid). The company also introduced the Bora2 Mid, a hiking and trekking boot, and the Alpha2 FL Shoe for men, both utilising the Arc’teryx Adaptive Fit liner boot, using Gore-Tex Stretch technology.
News2 Jul 2014Kornit Digital expands Turkish presence
Responding to an increased demand for direct-to-garment printers in Turkey, Kornit Digital Europe has appointed an additional channel partner, Tetas Group, and a new country manager to boost sales.
Reichhold ups prices in Europe
Reichhold has announced a price increase of €90 per metric ton in Europe for all unsaturated polyester resins, vinyl ester resins and ancillary products, effective for all orders shipped from July 14, 2014.
Employment grows in UK creative industries
Employment within the UK creative industries sector has increased five times faster than the national average over the last three years, according to latest figures published by the Department for Culture Media and Sport. In the North West, product, graphic and fashion design are thriving, according to the report. Elsewhere, music, film, photography and IT are seeing more employment.
free2 Jul 2014Peruvian alpaca design drive
Francis Rainsford reports from Peru on the alpaca industry’s shifting focus on fashion designers to guide its future.
First Global Textile Technology and Engineering Show announced
The first Global Textile Technology and Engineering Show will take place at the Bombay Convention and Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, India, from January 20-22, 2015.
Profile1 Jul 2014Tough socks
High-density knitting provides durability and cushioning without bulk, forming the basis of an outdoor sock ranged manufactured by a US mill. John McCurry reports
Tracing raw materials in textiles
Applied DNA Sciences, DNA-based security and product authentication products manufacturer, will collaborate with Wakefield Inspection Services (WIS) to provide traceability of raw materials in textiles.
GTR to add second production line
GTR, polypropylene spunbound nonwovens fabrics manufacturer, is to add a second line at its production facility in Argentina by the end of this year, as reported by Plastics News. This will triple production, from 100 to 300 tons.
News1 Jul 2014Nike makes advancements in football kits
Dri-fit technology is Nikes next advancement in the creation of football shirts.This Dri-Fit technology draws sweat away from the body to the exterior of the shirts and shorts where it quickly evaporates. This helps players to perform at their absolute best by remaining cooler, drier and more comfortable.
News1 Jul 2014China raw silk exports decline in 2014
According to China Customs, silk exports during May reached 672 tonnes, up 20.43% on the previous month and 8.21% from the same month last year.
News1 Jul 2014Viscose staple fibre values dip further in China
The viscose staple fibre price lost ground again on Tuesday in China as a result of anaemic demand. The key product (1.5 den, 38 mm) was traded at 11,800 yuan per tonne, shrinking 200 yuan (1.67%), from last week. The trading volume was also quite low.
News1 Jul 2014Cariaggi presents Fantasia yarns collection
Cariaggi has launched a series of full-bodied, yet lightweight yarns as part of its Fantasia project for the autumn/winter 2015/16 collection.
M&S change up executive team
Marks & Spencer is making a number of changes to its executive team’s responsibilities that will see UK Retail and M&S international, as well as the M&S online platform, represented at board level for the first time.
Domotex Russia dates announced
Domotex, Russia’s tradeshow for carpets and floor coverings is to take place from April 1-3, 2015, at the Sokolinki Exhibition and Convention Centre in Moscow.
Cambodia’s cotton industry has potential – but is still nascent
A lack of technological knowhow, the difficulty of obtaining good species of cotton seeds, plus poor morale amongst farmers, has brought cotton cultivation in Cambodia to a trickle, a former cotton company executive has told WTiN.com.
Review1 Jul 2014Textile Forum 2014 welcomes new exhibitors
London One Marylebone is preparing itself for this autumn’s edition fashion fabric exhibition Textile Forum (October 15-16).
Profile1 Jul 2014Export Case Study: Stephen Walters
WTiN catches up with Chloë Armitage, head of womenswear at Stephen Walters & Sons Ltd, to find out how the Sudbury-based silk weaver formulates the export strategies that make it a successful manufacturer worldwide.
News30 Jun 2014Woolmark Prize to include menswear in 2014/15
The International Woolmark Prize 2014/15 will include a menswear designer award, alongside the womenswear award, with two finalists being selected from each region. The third annual European regional final will take place on July 8 in Paris, France.
Profile30 Jun 2014Authentic pashmina
Pashmina products from Nepal are attracting a premium from European and US high end fashion buyers following development of an authentication label, however, competition from inferior products remains and demand is variable. Poorna Rodrigo reports