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12 February 20202 April 2020

Biological circular economy in accordance with the Cradle to Cradle® principle

Textiles are one of the major sources of microplastics released into the environment. Production based on the Cradle to Cradle^® principle prevents waste by turning it into nutrients for future generations

11 February 20202 April 2020

OceanSafe – a paradigm shift in the textile industry

Textiles Next Generations – 100% biodegradable

10 February 20209 September 2021

Recycling clothing the chemical way

Nina Notman explores how chemistry is poised to close the loop in clothing recycling

3 February 202029 January 2020

Arkema Exhibits its Range of High-Performance Sustainable Solutions for the Sports Market at ISPO 2020

Revealing the potential of hemp-based textile materials

Hemp4All, a 2-year TETRA project at FTI Lab (2018-2019; financially supported by VLAIO), aims to explore the potential of hemp textile materials

16 January 202013 January 2020

BEDifferent with TENCELTM x REFIBRATM fibers – a Lenzing project to circular economy in home textiles

International designers team have developed a bedding assortment with optimized sleeping comfort

15 January 202011 January 2020

Devan underlines its sustainability track record with 2 additional bio-based product launches

Belgian firm to complement bio-based flame retardant with the launch of bio-based antimicrobial and bio-based PCM solutions at the Heimtextil show in Frankfurt

10 January 202010 January 2020

Endlich! Die weltweit erste Konferenz zu Cellulosefasern findet vom 11.–12. Februar 2020 in Köln statt: „1st International Conference on Cellulose Fibres“

Märkte, Technologien und Nachhaltigkeit stehen im Fokus

Finally! The world’s first conference on cellulose fibres will take place in Cologne on February 11–12, 2020: “1st International Conference on Cellulose Fibres”

The focus is on markets, technologies and sustainability

TANATEX launches bio-based micro-encapsulation for cosmeto textiles with TANA®CARE Bio

New microcapsules are gradually releasing the active ingredients, triggered through enzymatic breakdown

7 January 202019 December 2019

From banana to gongura, this weaver uses alternative fibres to create saris

Expert C Sekar has developed 25 natural fibres, including from banana stems

16 December 201911 December 2019

Lenzing unveils latest Refibra breakthrough technology

First production of Tencel Lyocell fibers using post-consumer cotton waste

12 December 201923 September 2020

Indian Entrepreneur Creates a Zero-Waste Vegan Wool

Spun with 70 percent organic cotton, the native Calotropis fiber becomes a luxurious, cozy material comparable to cashmere

4 December 20193 December 2019

Great response to announcement of first conference on Cellulose Fibres

Market leaders as sponsors and partners, 50 submitted abstracts and on everyone's lips. Market response is outstanding. Managing Director Michael Carus: “We have found a gap in the market and are looking forward to bringing together players along the entire cellulose fibres value chain – from dissolving pulp to textiles”.

VTT develops alternative leather from fungi – aims at industrial-scale production

Fungal mycelium to be produced into a skinlike material that would be suited for industrial production

29 November 201926 November 2019

Sumo seaweed-fibre nappies offer healthy and sustainable alternative

While inventors primary concern was to provide an alternative to disposable diapers, indeed 'Sumo's advances over standard cloth nappies have earned its several awards

27 November 201927 November 2019

Chiara Tommencioni Pisapia uses moths to transform unwanted clothing into “precious” bio-waste material

London-based Italian designer to explore the potential for farming moths' larvae and using them to digest keratin-based fibres

8 November 20195 November 2019

Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Spider Silk Facility to Break Corporate Production capacity Records within First Months of Operation

The company uses transgenic spider silkworms to produce an ecofriendly and cost-effective alternative to synthetic textiles

7 November 20194 November 2019

Gelatex Technologies gets Green Alley Award

Company honoured for environment-friendly alternative to leather made from low-value gelatine waste from the meat and leather industries

5 November 20193 November 2019

Södra’s breakthrough will enable large-scale textile recycling

At present, no one in the world can recycle fibres from blended fabrics on a large scale. Södra now has a unique solution that will enable circular flows in the fashion and textile industry

25 October 201922 October 2019

APR to Get Boost from RGE Group Investment in Textile Fibre R&D

RGE Commits US$200 Million to Next-Generation Textile Fibre Innovation and Technology

21 October 201916 October 2019

Spinnova and Bergans of Norway to develop sustainable outdoor gear

After successfully starting its test facility production line, Spinnova focuses on end product development with partnering brands

10 October 20197 October 2019

A new, natural wax coating makes garments water-resistant and breathable

Aalto University researchers making garments water-resistant with wax obtained from Brazilian palm tree leaves. The treatment is non-toxic and doesn't impair breathability

1 October 201926 September 2019

K 2019 news: Evonik showcases sustainable material solutions for the sports industry

Sports equipment manufacturer Vaude is using the biobased polyamides of Evonik's Vestamid Terra brand in its new collection of bags and backpacks

25 September 201920 September 2019

Ultrafabrics Launches First Bio-Based Collection of Performance Fabrics

Company incorporated renewable plant-based materials into the multiple layers of the unique product construction

6 September 20192 December 2019

Vollebak’s plant and algae T-shirt becomes “worm food” in 12 weeks

Company producing textiles from wooden yarns which are completely compostable within three months and which are printed with 'algae ink'

5 September 20192 September 2019

This T-Shirt Is Made From Algae And 100% Biodegradable In 12 Weeks

Vollebak took environmental clothing to a new level with the creation of a plant and algae t-shirt made entirely from algae, pulped eucalyptus and beech grown in bioreactors

4 September 201930 August 2019

First Devan R-Vital CBD-infused textiles hit the market

Devan Chemicals has launched its new CBD (Cannabidiol) fabric treatment, as part of its R-Vital range of microencapsulated active ingredients

29 August 201927 August 2019

A R&D project led by VTT to create a sustainable basis for the circular economy of textiles

A two-year R&D project will gather more than 20 companies and research partners together to create a sustainable basis for the circular economy of textiles

23 August 201921 August 2019

Liva announces entry in saree category

New-age fabric from Birla Group gets launched at the Kolkata Fashion Expo

22 August 201920 August 2019

Softer-than-cotton: antibacterial shirt is made out of milk

Mi Terro's machine-washable Limitless Milk Shirt is said to have a soft, silk-like feel, while also being antibacterial, wrinkle-resistant, moisture-wicking, UV-blocking, and stretchable

22 July 20199 September 2021

Covestro works with partners to develop CO2-based elastic textile fibres

German polymer materials manufacturer Covestro has developed a method of producing elastic textile fibres through the partial use of carbon dioxide

8 July 20193 July 2019

Lenzing Group to become the first carbon neutral fiber producer in the world

Investment of more than EUR 100 mn to combat 1.3 Mt of CO₂ emissions

1 July 201927 June 2019

Lenzing Group builds world’s largest lyocell fiber plant in Thailand

State-of-the-art production plant enhances global specialty fibers footprint

27 June 201924 June 2019

Levi’s found a way to make hemp feel like cotton, and it could have big implications for your wardrobe

Company found a way to make hemp fibers soft and able to blend with cotton, but in a way that needs significantly less water than usual

21 June 201917 June 2019

Lenzing uses blockchain technology to help customers track its bio-based fibres from wood to clothes

Together with Hongkong based TextileGenesis, company aim to create an unmatched level of transparency for brands and consumers

3 June 201928 May 2019

Lenzing: Lyocell fibers for aquatic farming

Company initiated the project in collaboration with the Saxon Textile Research Institute (STFI), Chemnitz/Germany, and FIUM GmbH & Co. KG

31 May 201928 May 2019

Sustainable PU synthetics for the shoe industry

Combination of water-based textile coating with regenerative fibers

23 May 201925 December 2019

Trevira at Techtextil 2019

Trevira to reveal numerous new, sustainable innovations at Techtextil 2019

Cellulose Fibers Market to witness a CAGR of 9.02% during 2018-2024

Frequent changes in raw material prices, stringent environmental regulations by governments will act as main challenge for the market in future

22 May 201918 May 2019

Biodegradable Seat Covers: Lenzing on the Latest in Circular Auto Parts

Through a partnership with Swiss automaker Rinspeed, textile giant Lenzing is expanding into auto upholstery — and changing what it feels like to sit on wood

17 May 201913 May 2019

Three winners announced in the GC3 Startup Network’s 4th Annual Technology Showcase

Three of the 10 startups won the opportunity to pitch their solutions to a panel of business and technology experts on the main stage during the GC3 Innovators Roundtable

9 May 20196 May 2019

Polartec and Kraig Biocraft Laboratories to Bring First Spider Silk Fabrics to the Performance Apparel Market

In joint development since 2016, Polartec and Kraig are applying the performance characteristics of spider silk into yarns for military-grade textiles

Pakistan Announces National Coordinated Trials of 85 Bt Cotton Varieties

NCVT aims to assess the cotton varieties' production capability and fiber qualities in accordance to Pakistan's 2018-2019 research plan

6 May 201930 April 2019

Lenzing: Smart solutions from botanic origins

Lenzing brand covers a broad range of industrial applications ranging from agriculture to engineered products at the Techtextil

26 April 201920 April 2019

Fortum complements its value chain in biorefining by investing in Infinited Fiber Company

Company developing and to license technology that is used to manufacture cotton-like fibre for the textile industry from recycled fibre and cellulose

23 April 201918 April 2019

Raymond and Reliance Industries launch eco-friendly range of fabrics

The Ecovera range will soon hit 1,500 stores across 700 cities. It is made from R|Elan GreenGold, the greenest fibre in the world

17 April 201912 April 2019

This tech can make fabric from old clothing, agricultural waste – and even trees

Spinnova’s technology for creating fiber from cellulose is a 2019 World Changing Ideas Award Winner. It could stop the bad environmental effects of cotton production

9 April 20194 April 2019

H&M’s New Sustainable Collection Uses Fabric Made From Fruit and Algae

Well known popular brand has established one of the most extensive and ambitious sustainability programs in the fast-fashion market

4 March 201927 February 2019

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