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ScalingInsight16 Mar 2026

New pilot facility accelerates performance fibres

London-based Solena Materials has moved its production and research to a new location in the heart of WestTech London. CEO and co-founder James MacDonald tells WTiN what the new space offers the company as it scales production.

CellulosicsSpun/Man-madeCompanies & Finance

Prices16 Mar 2026

Executive Market Report

According to British Retail Consortium (BRC) and Sensormatic Solutions, the total UK retail footfall declined 4.7% year-on-year in February - a sharp fall from the 0.6% decline recorded in January.

FibresMarkets & Prices

Insight16 Mar 2026

3D knitting expands capabilities of Merino wool

New Zealand-based spinning technology provider Nuyarn has collaborated with outdoorwear brand Ibex to create a sweater using 3D knitting. WTiN finds out how this enhances the material’s performance.

NaturalSpun/NaturalCircularity

Intelligence13 Mar 2026

5 trends in textile digitalisation's future

Otis Robinson, editor of digitalisation at WTiN, highlights five key trends that showcase the future of the textile & apparel industry as advancements in automation, digital tooling and digital capabilities progress.

FabricsApparelDesign & Trends

Insight13 Mar 2026

Developing inkjet technology in Europe

Japanese multinational technology company Konica Minolta is establishing a dedicated inkjet laboratory in Europe to better serve the region. WTiN asks the company what opportunities for growth Europe offers inkjet technology.

Digital PrintingTechnical TextilesCompanies & Finance

Intelligence13 Mar 2026

Advanced tech & economic certainty key for 2026

Otis Robinson, editor of WTiN’s 2026 State of Industry report and host of its accompanying webinars, explores the results of polls conducted during the presentations.

FabricsApparelCircularity

Prices13 Mar 2026

Wool Market Report

A comprehensive weekly round-up and analysis of price developments at the major wool auctions around the world.

NaturalMarkets & Prices

Intelligence12 Mar 2026

Spotlight: Next-gen recycling

Advanced recycling technologies will be key in supporting the demand for circular materials. WTiN examines the pros and cons of said chemical and enzymatic methods, alongside a focus on several innovators scaling these technologies.

RecycledSportswearCompanies & Finance

Intelligence12 Mar 2026

BTMA: Low investments affect industry

Jason Kent, CEO at the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA), shares his predictions for the textile & apparel industry in 2026. Otis Robinson, editor of digitalisation at WTiN, reports.

FibresFabricsCircularity

Commercially readyInsight12 Mar 2026

Commercialising biobased leather applications

Biobased material company, Rheom Materials and Econock, a design & manufacturing studio have launched a collection spanning apparel and accessories using Rheom’s Shorai material. WTiN asks how they are scaling leather alternatives.

CellulosicsYarnsCircularity

Intelligence11 Mar 2026

Innovation drives China’s textile industry

Yang Yaolin, head of the Innovation Division, Department of Science and Technology Development, China National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC), shares their predictions for the textile & apparel industry in 2026.

FabricsApparelCircularity

Insight11 Mar 2026

Supporting product development in fashion

The Lectra Observatory – which studies innovation and change in the fashion, furniture and automotive markets – has published a new white paper entitled “The challenges of product development in the fashion industry”.

FabricsApparelCompanies & Finance

Insight11 Mar 2026

Enzyme dust risks in textile manufacturing

Sustainable textile solutions provider bluesign is establishing enzyme safety practices in textile manufacturing.

FibresYarnsCompanies & Finance

Intelligence10 Mar 2026

Spotlight: Biosynthetic drop-ins

With pressures mounting to transition away from conventional, petrochemical materials, biobased solutions have gained momentum. Explore pitfalls, opportunities and examples influencing the space.

SyntheticsSportswearSustainability

Webinar10 Mar 2026

2026 State of Industry: Key findings

Join us for an exclusive member-only webinar discussing the findings from our third annual State of Industry research project – an in-depth examination of the textile & apparel manufacturing landscape.

FibresYarnsCircularity

Insight10 Mar 2026

Merino wool use to accelerate in sportswear

Chinese sportswear companies are recognising the advantages and attributes of Merino wool as consumer demand increases.

NaturalYarnsResearch & Development

Insight9 Mar 2026

Regulatory update: February 2026

Each month WTiN rounds up key legislation and regulations shaping the global textile & apparel industry to keep you informed on these updates. February has witnessed action on greenwashing and fast fashion.

FibresYarnsCircularity

EmergingInsight9 Mar 2026

EU funds AI project strengthening production

The European Union is backing The Fabricant, an Amsterdam-based fashion technology startup. WTiN speaks to co-founder Adriana Pereira about the company’s development of AI tools in collaboration with University of the Arts London.

FibresYarnsCompanies & Finance

Innovation Outlook9 Mar 2026

Innovation Outlook: Fibres and Yarns

This edition of WTiN’s Innovation Outlook examines the latest innovations in bio-based, recycled and performance fibres and yarns.

FibresYarnsSustainability

Webinar9 Mar 2026

Align your 2026 priorities with global trends

Join WTiN for an exclusive briefing on the 2026 State of Industry.

FibresYarnsCircularity

Prices9 Mar 2026

Executive Market Report

Eurozone’s manufacturing sector recorded its strongest performance in nearly four years in February, rising to 50.8, according to survey data compiled by S&P Global.

FibresYarnsMarkets & Prices

Intelligence6 Mar 2026

Abit: Pragmatic sustainability plans required

Fernando Valente Pimentel, chief executive officer (CEO), at the Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association (Abit), shares his predictions for the textile & apparel industry in 2026.

ApparelFabricsSustainability