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News24 Oct 2014DSM Dyneema, the producer of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fibre Dyneema, has appointed JS Gloves as its first premium manufacturing partner for cut-resistant gloves in Europe.
News24 Oct 2014According to China Customs, textile and apparel shipments during September declined 6.49% from the previous month, to US$ 28.55 billion, which, however, was still 7.4% higher than the comparable figure of 2013.
3D-effects, super stretch lines and denims which tone down the appearance of cellulite all feature in Vicunha’s SS16 collection.
Tanatex Chemicals has officially opened its new production plant in Thailand. By building this local facility, the Dutch company endorses its focus on developing business in Asia. Tanatex said it will be able to react more quickly and cost effectively to the demands of the region’s textile industry. The prominent building offers state of the art technology, including computer controlled production, said Tanatex.
News23 Oct 2014According to China National Bureau of Statistics, man-made fibre production during September bucked the downward trend of the last two months, rising to 3.76 million tonnes, which was up 3.3% on previous month and 4.59% on the same period of 2013, respectively.
News22 Oct 2014Pure London’s February 2015 show has registered record rebook figures and a record number of new exhibitor signings. This edition has seen the fastest rebook, with over 375 brands already confirmed for next year’s show, up 54% from last season.
News22 Oct 2014Uster has launched its Uster Jossi Fire Shield, a fire detection system with multi-sensor technology designed to identify every type of fire risk in a spinning mill. The system is also developed to distinguish between dangerous heat sources and harmless electrostatic discharges.
News22 Oct 2014Saurer Group has appointed Dr Martin Folini as CEO of Schlafhorst and Zinser with effect from November, 1. These two brands cover roving, ring spinning, rotor spinning and winding, employing 2,000 staff globally. Jan Röttgering will take over the position of general manager Rotor Spinning within the business unit, allowing a greater focus on individual product lines, said Saurer.
News22 Oct 2014Vitale Barberis Canonico and Lanificio Fratelli Cerruti have won the third annual Fabric No. 1 award, commending the season's finest merino wool fabrics for Made-to-Measure suits and sport coats from the world’s premiere textile mills. This award is presented by The Woolmark Company and Saks Fifth Avenue.
