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Techtextil 2026 puts functional apparel in the spotlight
With the curated live show “Performance Apparels on Stage”, the leading trade fair translates material innovation into market-ready applications and presents smart wearables on stage ... Read More
ITAMMA event highlights innovation push amid textile export challenges
With TEXFAIR as its platform, ITAMMA brought industry leaders together to emphasise innovation and employee empowerment as key pillars for the textile sector’s future. Industry ... Read More
Wool Futures Turns to the Future of Workwear with Mike Horn
The newest release focuses on rethinking workwear and outerwear for modern outdoor professions, led by Woolmark ambassador and renowned explorer Mike Horn. The Woolmark Company ... Read More
AD by Arvind Unveils SS’26 Line with Raghav Juyal
Urban Pause 2.0 blends comfort, style, and self-expression. ‘AD’, the contemporary ready-to-wear label from Arvind Limited, has launched its Spring Summer 2026 menswear line, “Raghav’s ... Read More
From preparation to 3D weaving: Stäubli’s solutions at Techtextil 2026
Stäubli will exhibit its trend-setting technologies at the Swiss Pavilion Booth B01.6 in Hall 12.0. Stäubli, a global leader in high‑performance weaving technologies, is pleased ... Read More
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LRT showcases spinning and sustainability solutions at SIMA Texfair
Lakshmi Ring Travellers (LRT) showcased its integrated capabilities across yarn technology, product performance and environmental solutions at Texfair 2026, reflecting a broader shift towards efficiency, value addition and sustainability in the spinning sector, writes Rakesh Rao. Lakshmi Ring Travellers Coimbatore Pvt Ltd (LRT), a leading manufacturer of ring travellers for ... Read More
Italy’s Mariplast expands India presence with local production of dye tubes
Mariplast is establishing local manufacturing in India to enhance supply chain efficiency, expand its product portfolio and better serve the evolving needs of spinning and dyeing units, writes Rakesh Rao. Italy-based Mariplast, a global manufacturer of plastic tubes, cones and carriers for the textile industry, is strengthening its presence in ... Read More
Prasanta Deka: Automation is a response to the industry-wide shortage of skilled labour
Rieter is the world’s leading supplier of systems for manufacturing yarn from staple fibres in spinning mills. Based in Winterthur (Switzerland), the company develops and manufactures machinery, systems and components used to convert natural and man-made fibres and their blends into yarns in the most cost-efficient manner. Cutting-edge spinning technology ... Read More
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Giriraj Singh inaugurates Special Handloom Expo at NHDC’s 43rd Foundation Day in Delhi
The celebration marked a significant milestone in the organisation’s continued commitment towards strengthening India’s handloom ecosystem. Giriraj Singh, Union Minister of Textiles, formally inaugurated the Special Handloom Expo and NHDC’s 43rd Foundation Day celebrations at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi, in the presence of Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary (Textiles), Dr ... Read More
Setting New Raschel Benchmarks
A new chapter in raschel technology unfolds with the RE 6 EL from Karl Mayer, delivering greater efficiency, design freedom, and high-performance fabric solutions. Powernet setup Karl Mayer’s new RE 6 EL from Karl Mayer brings a breath of fresh air to raschel fabric production. The latest samples from the ... Read More
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ColorJet launches VastraJet Elite for digital textile startups
New printer targets low-cost, high-versatility fabric printing. ColorJet Group has introduced VastraJet Elite, a cost-efficient digital textile printer aimed at entrepreneurs, startups and job workers ... Read More
Erreà Upgrades Sportswear Printing with Mimaki Printers
The Italian sportswear manufacturer replaces a complex fleet of 28 digital printers with a streamlined, industrial Mimaki configuration. Mimaki Europe, a leading manufacturer of industrial ... Read More
A reader’s guide to sustainable digital textile printing
New volume highlights digital printing’s role in greener fashion. Prof Ashok Athalye and Dr Harshal Patil of the Department of Fibres and Textile Processing Technology ... Read More
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Techtextil 2026 puts functional apparel in the spotlight
With the curated live show “Performance Apparels on Stage”, the leading trade fair translates material innovation into market-ready applications and presents smart wearables on stage ... Read More
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Pellet press boosts pilot-scale textile recycling at ITA Aachen
New pellet press supports thermomechanical textile recycling research. The Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) at RWTH Aachen University has strengthened its research capabilities in textile recycling with the installation of a new pellet press, enabling thermomechanical recycling processes on a pilot scale. Since late 2025, the institute’s technical centre has been ... Read More
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Ajay Kumar Patodia: We are continuously evaluating process upgrades in our Spinning and Knitting divisions
In an era where digitalisation is reshaping manufacturing, companies are increasingly adopting smart technologies to improve efficiency, sustainability, and responsiveness to market demand. Dollar Industries ... Read More
Rise of Smart Mills
As circular practices gain momentum, innovations such as 3D knitting and 3D printing are transforming production practices. These technologies are limiting energy consumption and waste ... Read More
Manufacturing Gets Smarter
Budget-driven initiatives such as challenge-mode development of mega textile parks and the proposed Rs 100 billion SME Growth Fund are expected to accelerate adoption, particularly ... Read More
Pia Terasa: We want all spinning mills to experience the future of automated logistics
The Saurer Group is a globally active technology company for spinning, twisting, and cabling machines and components for yarn production in the textile and technical ... Read More
Amoli Shah: Future growth of this sector will depend on adaptability of automation
Prashant group, established in 1975 is one of India’s leading textile machinery manufacturers. The group has made its mark on the industry since last 5 ... Read More