For more than 60 years, FESPA has brought together screen and, later, digital printers for companies producing textiles for fashion, sportswear, soft signage, and interior applications. With its new exhibition, Textile, FESPA strengthens its textile legacy for companies producing printed textiles for apparel and décor. Duncan MacOwan, Head of Marketing & Events, FESPA, said that Textile will allow the industry to address today’s very specific challenges and opportunities. He also shared details of the new event, which will be held simultaneously with FESPA Global Print Expo and other FESPA...

The Turkish company Zirve Tekstil has created a production setup that delivers outstanding yarn quality, recognized worldwide, by combining the best technologies from Trützschler, Toyota and Murata. The mill produces 18.5 tons of premium combed ring yarn daily in counts of Ne 20, 24, and 30, primarily for knitting applications. Although the focus lies on utilizing locally grown cotton,...

Luxel™ by UNIFI®, a specialist in recycled and synthetic yarns and the maker of REPREVE®, captures the natural look and feel of linen while offering advanced performance features such as moisture wicking, wrinkle resistance, and odor control. The yarn technology recently launched is designed for brands and consumers who value comfort, style, and sustainability. This innovative technology is built directly...

Approaching weaving as a form of cultural memory and expression, weaving artist Fırat Neziroğlu has played a significant role in bringing traditional Anatolian weaving to international audiences through exhibitions held in major cities such as London, Istanbul, Munich and Paris. Invited from London to weave a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, Neziroğlu’s works have been...

Achieving an average export value of USD 12 per kilogram in home textiles, Denizli demonstrates its strength in value-added production within the industry. In a statement to Anadolu Agency (AA), Denizli Exporters’ Association (DENİB) Chairman Hüseyin Memişoğlu noted that in a year marked by widespread global demand contraction, Denizli’s export performance presented a more optimistic outlook compared to Türkiye...

All circular knitting operations of Mayer & Cie., one of the key symbols of German engineering with a 120-year history, were acquired by Chinese entrepreneur Xu Hongjie under an agreement signed on February 9. The acquisition also includes the company’s subsidiaries in Vsetín, Czech Republic, and Jintan, China. Xu Hongjie, a representative of the family-owned Huixing Group — a company...

International textile machine manufacturer KARL MAYER announced the opening of its new TEXTILE INNOVATION CENTRE (TIC). The TIC brings together the latest developments in Warp Knitting, Technical Textiles and Warp Preparation – KARL MAYER’s core areas of expertise. The company invites all textile professionals to the opening week to be held between 21-24 April 2026 in Obertshausen, in parallel...

One of the leading manufacturers of industrial sewing and embroidery threads, Durak Tekstil will present its solutions at booth 711 during ISPA EXPO 2026, to be held in Orlando, Florida, on March 10–12. At the fair, highlighted by the slogan “The Future of Sleep Starts Here!”, Durak Tekstil will not only showcase its high-quality and technical threads for mattresses...

At the Eastern Mediterranean Agricultural Research Institute, where variety development studies continue across a wide range of crops including sunflower, wheat, soybean, pea and maize, a new cotton variety has recently been introduced. Developed in cooperation with the private sector, ‘Galaxy 351’ has been officially registered by the Seed Registration and Certification Center under the Ministry of Agriculture and...

Brückner Textile Technologies is presenting German engineering expertise and energy-efficient line concepts at this year's ITMA ASIA in Singapore on October 28-31. The family-run company, which has been a leader in customized technologies and solutions for textile equipment for over 75 years, focuses on energy efficiency, automation, and maximum productivity. The Brückner team will be ready to meet with...

The German company iNTERSPARE Textilmaschinen will continue the tradition of its ARTOS, BABCOCK (BTM) and Krantz product lines at ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 Singapore at the joint VDMA stand (Hall 7 / Stand A104) and present the latest developments. The presentation will focus on the latest versions of the Tumble Relax dryer Krantz Syncro and the stenter frame...

Outlast Technologies has expanded its fresh2SKIN® cooling technology to cellulose-based fibers such as cotton and viscose, enabling the integration of cooling functionality into natural fiber-based textiles. The development opens new opportunities for next-to-skin applications, including T-shirts, underwear, activewear, sleepwear, and bedding textiles. The latest development allows fresh2SKIN to be applied while maintaining an exceptionally natural and soft handfeel. The finish...

Standing out as a notable example of university–industry collaboration, the “Sleeping Yarn” project seeks to offer a side-effect-free and daily-life-compatible solution to sleep disorders. Led by Bursa Technical University and carried out in cooperation with Üsküdar University, Bursa Yüksek İhtisas Training and Research Hospital and Ormo Wool Yarn, the project focuses on the development of specialised yarns intended for...

For more than 60 years, FESPA has brought together screen and, later, digital printers for companies producing textiles for fashion, sportswear, soft signage, and interior applications. With its new exhibition, Textile, FESPA strengthens its textile legacy for companies producing printed textiles for apparel and décor. Duncan MacOwan, Head of Marketing & Events, FESPA, said that Textile will allow the...

Organized for the 27th time by Informa Markets with the support of ARED Outdoor and Industrial Advertisers Association, SIGN Istanbul has been included in the Ministry of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye’s list of Prestigious International Fairs for 2026. Accordingly, Turkish companies participating in SIGN Istanbul, which will take place at the Istanbul Expo Center from September 23–26,...

Luxel™ by UNIFI®, a specialist in recycled and synthetic yarns and the maker of REPREVE®, captures the natural look and feel of linen while offering advanced performance features such as moisture wicking, wrinkle resistance, and odor control. The yarn technology recently launched is designed for brands and consumers who value comfort, style, and sustainability. This innovative technology is built directly into the yarn, providing exceptional versatility across a wide range of fabric constructions ranging from apparel and footwear to home furnishings, workwear, and accessories, empowering material developers to innovate across multiple categories with ease. Luxel is made with REPREVE recycled polyester, including 30% REPREVE Takeback circular polyester. It incorporates UNIFI’s proprietary...