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FibresSyntheticsMarkets & Prices

First signs of shake-out in Chinese polyester capacity

Although polyester fibres capacity is still increasing in China, driven by projects already planned, financed and committed, there are now indications of some shake-out as a result of demand growth not being as strong as expected by the polyester industry in China, and elsewhere in Asia.

Vietnam textile sector may increase as trade deal with South Korea nears conclusion

The close relationship between the textile sectors of Vietnam and South Korea could be intensified by the end of the year, with the two countries’ governments saying they want to conclude a bilateral trade deal in 2014.

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Wool Market Report - 3rd November 2014

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

FibresFilamentTechnical Textiles

Review3 Nov 2014

UAE’s first-ever International Textile Fair opens in Dubai today

The first UAE international textiles trade fair has been launched today, in Dubai. International Textile Fair (ITF) - Dubai, at Dubai World Trade Centre, Hall No. 4, aims to be UAE’s premier platform for fashion, fabrics and clothing. With pre-collection Spring/Summer 2015 and Autumn/Winter highlights, ITF provides a platform for buyers and designers to view the latest trims and accessories, from current ranges to 2015’s pre-collections.

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Review3 Nov 2014

SSM targets Asian exhibitions

SSM Schärer Schweiter Mettler has exhibited at four exhibitions this autumn and reports fruitful meetings with customers interested in its winding, yarn processing and rewinding technology.

Fine adult prices down 5% due to poorer quality

The fifth sale of the 2014 winter season took place in Port Elizabeth on October 28, with 92,439 kilos on offer, with an overall sales clearance of 98.7%.

SA wool market declines despite 98% clearance

The market weakened at this week’s sale as demand conditions remain tough, and the Cape Wools Merino indicator shed 2.5% compared with last week to close at R109.20 per kilo clean. This is 2.2% down compared to the opening sale of this season and 1.2% down compared to the corresponding sale of the previous season.

NZ wool market eases slightly

This week’s North Island offering of 6,107 bales saw slight movements each way with a 92% clearance.

Negative mood and fluctuating currencies weaken Aussie wool market

The Australian wool market softened somewhat this week, with the Australian Wool Exchange’s (AWEX) Eastern Market Indicator (EMI) losing 7 Australian cents to close at 1,029 cents per kilo clean on Thursday, October 30. In US dollar terms, the EMI dropped 6 US cents to 901 cents per kilo.

Canadian/EU trade agreement offers European opportunity

The newly finalised European Union (EU) - Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will give European knitwear manufacturers an advantage over Canadian producers and could encourage European brands to set up operations in Canada, an industry leader in Ottawa has argued.

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NonwovensCompanies & Finance

Evonik’s Morrisburg plant turns 50

Speciality chemicals company Evonik recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Morrisburg plant in Ontorio, Canada.

NaturalResearch & Development

AWI quantifies a $2.60 gain for every dollar invested in training

The benefits of extensive training in shearing for woolhandlers have now been quantified through a cost-benefit analysis of Australian Wool Innovation’s (AWI) investment in this type of training for the 2012/13 financial year.

NaturalFabricsDesign & Trends

Centro Seta presents newest eco-silk fabric collection

Florentine company Centro Seta is launching Bacx, a collection of silk fabrics designed for a refined and contemporary look. The collection offers multiple fabrics and 100% traceability, with a 100% Made in Italy stamp.

YarnsFilamentMarkets & Prices

China yarn market diverges

With divergent expectations, the China yarn market still could not establish a clear direction at the end of the traditional high trading season.

NonwovensCompanies & Finance

PGI’s new nonwovens line is up and running

PGI’s new nonwovens plant, the Mayflower Project, in Waynesboro, US, is now operational and will produce three types of nonwovens materials for filtration systems.

NonwovensCompanies & Finance

Kimberly-Clark faces nonwovens mill closure

Kimberly-Clark Australia will close its Albury nonwovens mill next year, axing 44 jobs.

Insight31 Oct 2014

Silk prices predicted to rise in current market conditions

The Schneider Group has reported that cashmere prices are starting to come down in China, resulting from sluggish demand both domestically and abroad. Prices in Mongolia remained unchanged in the off-season.

Insight31 Oct 2014

NCWSBA Australian Wool Market Report

Weekly analysis of the Australian Wool Market by Chris Wilcox, Executive Director of the National Council of Wool Selling Brokers of Australia.

Hohenstein devises “objective” comfort test for textiles

The Hohenstein Institute is offering what it calls an “objective” way of measuring the feel of textiles on skin and indicating improvements.

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FibresNaturalManufacturing Technology

MTEX to unveil two new direct-to-textile printers

MTEX Solutions will announce two new direct-to-textile printers at Viscom Frankfurt from November 5-7 – the MTEX Vision aimed at the transfer print market and the MTEX Blue entry level direct-to-textile digital printer.