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Unidirectional glass fibre-reinforced thermoplastic tapes that possess high strength, stiffness and impact-resistance have been launched by A+ Composites, of Weselberg, Germany.

A new global standard for classifying, designating and qualifying electrically conductive yarns is the first of its kind, according to its developer, the Global Electronics Association, of Bannockb

In 2024, the value of textile machinery produced in Italy dropped by 8% in comparison with 2023, to €2.1 billion, according to data presented by the Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufac

A US edition of the Textiles Recycling Expo is be held in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, on 29–30 April 2026.

A polyester (PES)-based, acoustically insulating felt that is lightweight, resilient and pliable, meaning that it can conform tightly to the contours of a vehicle's interior, has been launched by A

A Franco–Japanese group specialising in the production of internal linings, door panels and acoustic components for vehicle interiors and engine compartments is now using a solvent-free dry powder-

The developer of a metal particle-based antimicrobial treatment for textiles has secured the custom of three apparel manufacturers.

Producer of cellulosic pulp, Altri SGPS SA, has signed an agreement to acquire a majority stake in manufacturer of recyclable cellulose filament yarn (AeoniQ), HeiQ AeoniQ Holding AG.

A facility that will enable the development and pilot-production of carbon fibres is to be constructed in the UK by the National Composites Centre (NCC).

A monomaterial carpet system for vehicles that does not require the use of latex and adhesives to manufacture or install has been launched by Autoneum, of Winterthur, Switzerland.

Phase-change materials (PCMs) from Outlast Technologies GmbH, of Heidenheim, Germany, are being used to create temperature-regulating fabrics by supplier of textiles for apparel, Reggiani Group, of

The developer of a chemical process for depolymerising waste polyester (PES) from textiles, Syre, has formed strategic partnerships with the leading clothing retailers Gap, Houdini Sportswear and T

Two prototype nets treated with drugs that that destroy malaria-causing parasites in mosquitos have been developed by researchers at the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), of Boulder, Colorado, U

Elastic polymer fibres that dynamically stiffen when exposed to strain are being incorporated into sportswear by the world's largest retailer of sporting goods, Decathlon of Villeneuve-d'Ascq, Fran

Manufacturer of composites, Syensqo, and recycler of carbon fibre and composites, Fairmat, have entered into a collaboration agreement through which Fairmat will recycle waste carbon-fibre prepreg

Nonwovenn has constructed a medical manufacturing facility at its headquarters in Bridgewater, UK, as part of a significant investment it is making in its medical technologies division.

A highly elastic fabric with a soft, airy texture and a natural uneven surface that makes it lightweight, quick-drying and able to wick sweat has been developed by Teijin Frontier.

Technologies for recycling the aramids in end-of-life body armour are to be developed through a project funded by the Incubation Forum for Circular Economy in European Defence (IF CEED).

Waste products from agriculture are being used by researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden, to produce dissolving pulp for the manufacture of cellulose fibres. 

The organisers of ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 have released its exhibitor list through a new application available for users of both Android and IOS devices.