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Insight10 Nov 2020

Nilit’s Sensil BodyFresh yarn proven to be antiviral

An independent lab test has shown that Sensil BodyFresh fabrics can reduce viral activity on contact.

SyntheticsYarnsCOVID-19

Prices10 Nov 2020

Polyester prices down in China up in other markets

Polyester staple fibre markets extended a weak trend in China this week while prices were lifted in Pakistan and Taiwan amid recent gains in raw material.

SyntheticsDigital PrintingMarkets & Prices

Prices10 Nov 2020

Rayon filament prices up as market warm up

Polyester filament yarn market sentiment weakened in China, as raw material futures hit new lows. Although filament offers were unchanged, mild price cuts or bigger discounts were offered in some cases.

FilamentDigital PrintingMarkets & Prices

Prices10 Nov 2020

PTA and MEG drops further on dull sentiment

Purified terephthalic acid prices declined further in Asian markets as demand softened amid dull buying sentiments in downstream markets.

SyntheticsDigital PrintingMarkets & Prices

Prices10 Nov 2020

US cotton futures drop to 3-week low

US cotton futures on the ICE fell to a three-week low, opening the week on worries surrounding the US election and global demand for the fibre amid rising coronavirus cases.

NaturalSpun/NaturalMarkets & Prices

Sector Analysis10 Nov 2020

Reinvigorated protective textiles sector in steady recuperation after Q2 slump

Despite many challenges faced throughout 2020, largely spurred by Covid-19, the protective textiles sector appears to be settling into the new norm with revived optimism for research, design and innovation.

Technical TextilesApparelResearch & Development

Insight10 Nov 2020

Helly Hansen launches its most waterproof and breathable technology

Performance apparel brand Helly Hansen has launched its most innovative and sustainable waterproof and breathable technology to date.

ProtectiveCoatingDesign & Trends

Insight9 Nov 2020

Insight into the South African digital textile industry

Like all countries around the globe that have suffered under Covid-19, South Africa faced a serious economic hit: its GDP is forecast to contract by 7% this year (2020), according to South African Reserve Bank figures.

Digital PrintingManufacturing Technology

Insight9 Nov 2020

Fulfilling a growing demand

Following their exhibit at Innovate Textile & Apparel, Joseph Link catches up with Neenah Coldenhove to discuss developments in the digital transfer paper market.

Digital PrintingEvents

Insight9 Nov 2020

Turkish finishers assist with anti-viral textile coating

The Turkish textile finishing industry is playing a key role in helping UK-based international chemical producer LiquidNano make and sell its new DiOX high-performance fabric coatings.

EffectsTechnical TextilesResearch & Development

Intelligence9 Nov 2020

Analysis of the Polish digital textile market

In this report, WTiN assesses the Polish textile inkjet printing industry, its market share, developments and the future of the Polish textile inkjet market.

Digital PrintingManufacturing Technology

Insightfree6 Nov 2020

Zalando acquires innovative start-up

Zalando has acquired Zurich-based software company Fision, the creator of an innovative body scanning app and virtual dressing room which helps customers easily see how a garment would fit on their body.

ApparelCompanies & Finance

Prices6 Nov 2020

Wool Market Report - 6 November 2020

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

NaturalMarkets & Prices

Prices6 Nov 2020

Prices inch up on better demand in the UK

The ninth wool sale held on 3 November saw both the British Wool Index and the average greasy sale price inch up sale on sale.

NaturalMarkets & Prices

Prices6 Nov 2020

Prices gain in South Africa as market sentiment improves

The 12th sale of the 2020-21 season was held on 4 November with a lower offering of 8,163 bales.

NaturalMarkets & Prices

Prices6 Nov 2020

Market mixed but prices ease in New Zealand

New Zealand saw the South Island offer 7,831 bales this week. Of these, 83% were cleared.

NaturalMarkets & Prices

Prices6 Nov 2020

Another week of price swings in Australia

The Australian wool market had a big start this week on day one, followed by an easing on day two.

NaturalMarkets & Prices

Podcast6 Nov 2020

Ep. 44: EFI Reggiani discusses industry digitalisation

In this first episode, WTiN’s Industry Digitalisation editor Madelaine Thomas and I talk with Micol Gamba, marketing and product manager at EFI Reggiani.

Digital PrintingIndustry 4.0

Insight6 Nov 2020

Exploring next-generation PFC-free fabric finishes

The University of British Colombia Okanagan and Arc’teryx are developing the ‘world’s first’ non-toxic oil and water-repellent textile finish.

FinishingProtectiveResearch & Development

Intelligencefree5 Nov 2020

3D printing: Revolutionising design and manufacturing

Otis Robinson investigates the potential of additive manufacturing in the fashion supply chain through conversation with experts on 3D printed textiles, garment design and industrialisation.

ApparelManufacturing Technology

Sector Analysisfree5 Nov 2020

Positivity returns to Industry 4.0 sector

Following a rapid decline in industry sentiment throughout the first half of 2020, attitudes towards and stories circling Industry 4.0 have finally inclined in the third quarter (Q3) of the year.

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Insight5 Nov 2020

Companies to physically exhibit at China Interdye 2020

A number of leading dyeing and finishing companies, including Dystar are set to travel to China to exhibit their latest innovation at China Interdye 2020

EffectsEvents

Sector Analysisfree5 Nov 2020

Oscillating sentiment in the performance sector echoes unprecedented year

2020 has been a rollercoaster of a year thanks to Covid-19 and the performance textile sector has not escaped the ride.

SportswearResearch & Development

Insight5 Nov 2020

COOR launches outdoor jacket made from coffee grounds

Taiwanese outdoor brand COOR has partnered with Singtex to produce a new jacket from upcycled coffee grounds, dubbed the ‘future of sustainable outerwear’

NaturalRecycledDesign & Trends

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