BRADFORD, UK — October 6, 2025 — With nearly two centuries of expertise in textile recycling, Tatham continues to lead the industry toward a more sustainable future. Through recent collaborations, we now offer a comprehensive range of equipment—from advanced automated textile sorting to mechanical recycling (rag tearing) and precision fibre blending.
Our cutting-edge sorting technology classifies garments by colour, material type, and fibre composition, ensuring all fasteners such as zips and buttons are removed before further processing. This meticulous approach addresses a critical global issue: currently, less than 1% of textile waste is recycled back into new textiles.
By accurately identifying fibre content before recycling, we’re helping to close the loop in textile production. Together, we can transform the industry and empower consumers to make more responsible and sustainable choices.
Tatham will be exhibiting at ITMA Asia 2025 + CITMA 2025 in Singapore 28-31 October. Join us in Hall 2, stand D205
JYVÄSKYLÄ, Finland — October 6, 2025 — On August 27, 2025, Spinnova Plc announced that it had signed binding agreements to acquire all shares of Woodspin Oy and Suzano Finland Oy from Suzano S.A. and take full ownership of the businesses. The transaction was subject to certain customary closing conditions which have now been fulfilled. The transaction was completed on October 3, 2025.
Woodspin and Suzano Finland will be included in reporting as a part of Spinnova Group as of October 3, 2025
LEEDS, UK — October 6, 2025 — Fibre Extrusion Technology Ltd (FET) is launching the FET-500 Series of gel spinning systems in a move that could revolutionise the research and development of UHMWPE fibres.
The revolutionary FET-500 Series of gel spinning systems
Fibre Extrusion Technology Ltd (FET) of Leeds, UK, has built a reputation in medical fibre extrusion technology and innovations, designing and delivering high-performance equipment for a range of precursor medical products, including bespoke extrusion systems for the production of both resorbable and non-absorbable sutures. FET’s equipment supports small-scale, adaptable production and rapid new product development.
In recent years, there has been a growing demand for R&D of UHMWPE fibres. These fibres are prized in many industries due to their extraordinary properties. However, current production processes are complex and focused on the large-scale output of existing fibre grades. This rigid supply chain has stifled innovation in this untapped product market.
The FET-500 gel spinning systems will address this gap in the market. The FET-500 enables a flexible and consistent process, able to produce quality fibres with less than 100 grams of polymer, while avoiding the harsh processing chemicals that were historically associated with gel spinning. The key to unlocking this lab and pilot scale flexibility is the use of supercritical carbon dioxide as a green solvent in a patent-pending process.
Gel spinning starts with extrusion, but the additional washing and drawing technology to produce finished yarn is critical to the overall performance characteristics. An example of the wide range of features and benefits can be shown in the Washing process, with Patent Pending technology using Supercritical Carbon Dioxide:
Extract carrier oil without using toxic, environmentally harmful chemicals such as Hexane and DCM.
CO2 is green, cheap, abundant, and significantly safer to work with
CO2 efficiently dissolves carrier oils without affecting the polymer yarn
Reduced operational costs
9-Vast reduction in solvent use (CO2 vs Hexane/DCM)
Comprehensive oil recovery and recycling
Zero solvent waste is generated, unlike the hexane route
Compact and efficient batch washing system
Recipe controlled plug and play technology
Scalable and adjustable to customer needs
Carrier oil is recovered and fed back to the extrusion process
80% reduction in factory footprint vs hexane route
FET’s Fibre Development Centre is critical to the inception and success of the FET-500. Having this facility located in Leeds where the manufacturing takes place allows FET to offer a gateway to de-risk, develop and demonstrate the system’s capabilities. FET houses a full demonstration line of the FET-500 to allow customers, existing and new, to visit and experience the system operating from start to finish. We can also aid in developing new products and operating parameters through R&D trials, giving you the confidence and knowledge to transfer a new product offering onto a production line.
EBERBACH, Germany — October 6, 2025 — We are very pleased to announce that Dilo Group, together with Kansan Materials, Izmir, shall be present at our booth No. H2 – D202 at ITMA ASIA and are looking forward to welcoming you to touch base with our latest developments. We shall discuss the range of our machinery for complete nonwoven lines as well as single specialty machinery and present nonwoven products from our Research and Application Centre. We will also take this time to acquaint you with our latest accomplishments and updates on service, software and new fields of expertise. Dilo has been specialising in the field of complete needling lines within our group to provide state-of-the-art solutions together with Temafa, Spinnbau, DiloMachines and DiloSystems as well as DG Engineering.
As a specialist for needling, Dilo has been leading in this technology for decades and are continuously updating machinery and processes in order to provide solutions for cost efficient nonwoven production at low energy consumption in many areas of needled nonwovens applications; lately, with the additional emphasis on lightweight products below 100 g/sqm for hygiene, cosmetic and medical applications. For this purpose, a large array of state-of-the-art needling lines are available in combination with high throughput fibre preparation, highly regular card feeding, high speed carding and crosslapping, in combination with drafting frames, in order to achieve an MD to CD ratio of 1 to 1.
Our MicroPunch model series allows product weights around approx. 30 g/sqm, which is only mechanically consolidated by needling or in combination with light thermobonding, providing a highly versatile array of different product quality features and parameters.
Please contact us for further demonstrations and product development services by our Technical Research Centre.
During ITMA ASIA we shall exhibit such lightweight applications by a series of physical samples, as well as samples on the other end of the needled products spectrum with very large area weights of up to approx. 5,000 g/sqm used as acoustical panels for sound dampening or heat insulation purposes.
This latter product spectrum includes new highly attractive patterning capabilities through our 3D-Lofter technique which uses a method of additive manufacturing by feeding additional opened fibre onto the surface of a needled substrate to be bonded together via needling, in combination with the DILOUR structuring process. The coloured patterns provide modern and attractive designs by feeding a large array of coloured fibre in various amounts. By varying the mass in Machine and Cross directions, we are able to create a visual effect of “sliding colours” for example. Modern designers and architects get a unique tool to make use of these colourful effects and add visual appeal to any room; be it in homes, offices, hotels or large administrative buildings. The 3D-Lofter can also be applied when moulded car interior parts need to be formed at reduced fibre consumption levels to make lighter cars.
Also, the new card feeder IsoFeed VRS is capable to run lower web weights at increased evenness.
Separate from the aforementioned advancements, the “PowerPunch” is one of our latest needle loom models, designed to reduce the vibration experienced in a loom to a new level. Also, the new kinematic system “SuperPunch,” is a combination of two HyperPunch needle beam drive mechanisms, designed to enlarge the range of advance per stroke in an easy-to-reach mode at low costs, allowing high throughput at low drafts.
Our focus is the further modernization of overall needle punch technology. To increase throughput, quality and productivity, patterning capabilities and the range of weights from very low to very high. Needling is the ideal production technology which requires minimal energy and no water consumption at the same time.
Johann Phillipp Dilo, Dilo Group CEO
Our services at Dilo have been enlarged as well and include our new MODILOUS needle board system to reduce the costs associated with exchanging needles and maintaining needle boards. Get the latest on all these various improvements and modern aspects of Dilo needling technology at our booth.
CARY, N.C. — October 6, 2025 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry and the Global Nonwovens Alliance is announcing a recruitment for the new role of regional Executive Director for INDA based at its headquarters in Cary NC. This position is a result of INDA and EDANA founding the Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA) and the planned evolution to the staff leadership structures to support this effort. The current INDA President and CEO, Tony Fragnito, will transition to an executive consultant to facilitate the INDA staff leadership transition as well as projects and initiatives related to operational integration and global outreach to expand GNA reach and participation for global priorities until his planned retirement.
The INDA Executive Director serves as the chief staff executive of INDA, reporting directly to the GNA CEO. The new role is responsible for leading regional strategic initiatives, managing operations, and representing the association’s interests within the Americas. The INDA Executive Director works closely with the Global CEO and other regional leaders to align INDA goals and priorities with the global mission.
“This new role will be instrumental in realizing the full potential of not just INDA but the Global Nonwovens Alliance. While INDA remains a separate legal entity its members, the industry and staff will benefit by the enhanced collaboration and expanded participation opportunities facilitated by GNA,” says Tony Fragnito, current President and CEO of INDA.
“The creation of the new Executive Director role at INDA marks a key milestone in the evolution of the Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA). This position will enhance the value we deliver to members in the Americas, ensuring strong regional focus while aligning fully with GNA’s global strategy. As upcoming GNA CEO, I look forward to working closely with the future INDA Executive Director, two complementary leaders supporting this important region together. My thanks go to Tony Fragnito for his leadership and continued support during this transition. With this step, GNA continues to unite global vision and regional strength to serve our industry better than ever,” says Murat Dogru, General Manager of EDANA.
Qualified candidates will be presented to the INDA Executive Committee with the goal of having a starting date prior to or during the first quarter of 2026.
The full job description is available at: http://www.inda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/INDA-Executive-Director-Job-Description.pdf
Applications should be directed to president@inda.org.
Posted: October 6, 2025
Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry
WASHINGTON, D.C. — October 6, 2025 — The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) announces the promotion of Nate Herman to Executive Vice President, guiding the directives of the membership and Board of Directors alongside AAFA President and CEO Steve Lamar.
Herman assumes this role from Senior Vice President, Policy, where he oversees the policy department, managing its lobbying, policy, and regulatory affairs activities.
For the past two decades, Herman has been an essential force behind AAFA’s trade advocacy, product safety, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, formulating and implementing CSR policy and representing the industry on CSR issues before governments, NGOs, and other key stakeholders. During this time, Herman’s purpose-driven leadership has achieved dozens of wins on behalf of the membership, including measures to pass meaningful trade preference programs, support U.S. manufacturing, halt burdensome regulations, encourage harmonization to the THREADS Protocol, and expand the industry’s intellectual property protections while fighting illicit trade.
Nate Herman
“Our members navigate incredibly complex hurdles in their efforts to design, make, and distribute safe, authentic, responsibly made, ethically-sourced, and affordable products for U.S. consumers. These members look to Nate Herman for his expertise, vision, integrity, and reach in Washington. His natural move into this role is a win-win for the association and the membership,” said Steve Lamar, AAFA President and CEO.
“I am delighted to have the continued trust of the AAFA membership. I cherish this opportunity to step forward in a meaningful way as we continue to highlight the contributions of U.S.-based apparel, footwear, accessories, and travel goods companies, honing our strategic priorities while drawing attention to public policy impacts on fashion’s contributions to the global economy. In this role, I will continue to map out and refine the core values and collective voice of our industry and our continuous path of improvement,” said Nate Herman, AAFA Executive Vice President.
Prior to joining AAFA, Herman worked with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration assisting U.S. firms in entering the global market. Herman spent the final two years as the Commerce Department’s industry analyst for the footwear and travel goods industries.
This year, AAFA is celebrating 25 years since merging the American Apparel and Manufacturers Association (AAMA), Footwear Industries of America (FIA), and The Fashion Association. The association’s roots go back much further, as several of these merger partners can trace their heritage back to the mid-1800s. United under the AAFA umbrella, these once disparate groups now share a collective voice for education, advocacy, research, and networking opportunities to ensure this industry and its workers can compete in the global economy.
Posted: October 6, 2025
Source: The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA)
MANCHESTER, England — October 6, 2025 — As a supplier of colour measurement and management solutions, Verivide will showcase its latest DigiEye imaging system at the forthcoming ITMA Asia + CITME exhibition in Singapore from October 28-31.
Verivide latest DigiEye imaging system.
This benefits from 100% LED illumination, improving the accuracy of colour assessments while supporting environmentally responsible practices in colour management.
Designed for efficiency and reliability, the DigiEye includes integrated dust filtration and a fully enclosed camera for added security.
Unlike its predecessor, the new DigiEye no longer requires annual fluorescent lamp changes, thanks to its 100% LED light source. The system also includes software-integrated lighting controls and lighting geometry checking, enhancing its precision and ease of use. Additionally, it now has the ability to auto-capture images upon door closure, making it ideal for imaging multiple samples quickly and efficiently.
The new DigiEye offers significant upgrades, including a 67% larger imaging area and a 112% larger measurement area. Its drawer load rating has increased by 55%, and the LED light source lasts ten time longer than before.
As part of the VeriVide ecosystem, the DigiEye integrates seamlessly with UltraView, VisionView and the VeriVide Portal, offering a comprehensive solution for all colour management needs.
Delegation
Verivide will be part of a 20-strong delegation of UK companies present in Singapore, as active members of the BTMA (British Textile Machinery Association).
BTMA CEO Jason Kent
“Our members have been very active in 2025 to date and have plenty to shout about in Singapore, including new technologies for the production of technical fibres and fabrics, as well as the introduction of AI and machine learning into process control systems,” says BTMA CEO Jason Kent. “Areas in which British companies are particularly strong, however, are in testing and preparation, as well as total process control.”
Abrasion and pilling testing
Martindale testing needs little introduction to textile manufacturers, being well established as the industry standard for abrasion and pilling testing since its initial development and introduction by James Heal back in the 1940s.
For 2025, however, James Heal’s development team have taken a fresh look at this classic instrument and the result is the new Martindale Motion.
The new Martindale Motion.
This redesigned nine-station Martindale instrument with individual lifting heads now offers the flexibility to run each station independently for carrying out different textile tests simultaneously.
Multiple textiles can be tested at the same time through to conclusion without intervention. Once set up, the Martindale Motion can be left running with the sample holders automatically lifting at the required evaluation points, freeing up the operator’s time to do other work without the need to return until the abrasion or pilling test is fully completed, including overnight.
Each sample is kept in-tact at the end point for evaluation and checking, reducing queries on grading and the potential need for re-testing. Further refinements include a new hinged access to change the self-aligning drive pins, allowing quick and safe switching between tests.
Designed and manufactured in the UK, the James Heal Martindale range has seen numerous updates, models and innovations over the years, such as touchscreen and user-friendly software, best-in-class safety features combined with the signature near silent running of this staple lab instrument. Added to this have been the introduction of the DurAbrasion multi-function testing machine, later followed by the market-leading evolution, the AquAbrasion wet abrasion tester launched in 2019.
The Martindale Motion, however, is now taking productivity and efficiency to a higher level than ever before.
Radio frequency drying
Total control of textile drying is with the advanced radio freqency (RF) technology of Strayfield.
Total control of textile drying is meanwhile enabled with the advanced radio freqency (RF) technology of Strayfield, which has over 4,000 installations worldwide and provides solutions tailored to diverse textile applications such as cotton, wool, polyester, nylon, silk, acrylic and speciality blends.
Strayfield technology enables consistent quality, superior output and sustainability benefits through gentle and uniform drying, ensuring even results and moisture removal across entire batches and preserving fibre integrity, colour vibrancy and softness without yellowing or shrinkage.
Adaptive electrodes regulate power delivery according to product height and moisture, maximising efficiency and eliminating energy waste and unlike conventional rod systems, Strayfield’s full-area plates deliver consistent energy density for gentle drying without hotspots.
BTMA companies taking part in ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 are:
Airbond (stand A202, Hall 2),
Autofoam (B309, Hall 7),
AVA CAD/Cam (C201, Hall 6),
Cygnet Texkimp (B403, Hall 8),
Fibre Extrusion Technology (B306, Hall 4),
James Heal (B306, Hall 3),
MCL (A203, Hall 5),
Roaches (A112 Hall 3),
Saurer Fibrevision (C301c, Hall 3),
SDC Enterprises (B203, Hall 3),
Sellers (B207, Hall 7),
Shelton Vision (B308, Hall 7),
Slack & Parr (D305, Hall 4),
Society of Dyers and Colourists (B107, Hall 3),
Strayfield (B509, Hall 7),
Tatham (D205, Hall 2),
The Textile Institute (B105, Hall 8),
Verivide (B201, Hall 3),
Vickers Oils (B102, Hall 5) and
Wira Instrumentation (A108, Hall 3)
Posted: October 6, 2025
Source: The British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA)
MILAN — October 6, 2025 — 100 Italian companies will exhibit at ITMA ASIA + CITME Singapore 2025, taking place from October 28 to 31. With an area of around 4,000 square meters, Italy ranks among the top exhibiting Countries, as in previous editions. 53 Italian exhibitors will show their innovations within the National Sector Groups, organized by ACIMIT (Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers) and Italian Trade Agency.
ITMA ASIA + CITME show has always been the main showcase for textile machinery manufacturers in Asia, which absorbs 50% of global exports for a value of 8.8 billion euro in 2024. The main world market for textile machinery are China and India, importing textile machines for a total value of 4.3 billion euro.
For Italian manufacturers as well, the Asian market is the top foreign destination. In 2024, Italian exports to Asia amounted to 664 million euro, while in the first six months of 2025 Italian sales to this geographical area grew at 1% rate on the same 2024 period, reaching a value of 317 million euro. China, India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh are the main Asian destinations for Made in Italy machinery.
ACIMIT President Marco Salvadè says: “ITMA ASIA+CITME Singapore is a further occasion for Italian textile machinery manufacturers to display its updated technological supply. The choice of Singapore allows Italian exhibitors to engage with many Southeast Asian markets, which are becoming increasingly important manufacturing hubs.”
“Despite geopolitical uncertainties, the significant presence of Italian exhibitors in Singapore confirms the vitality of the Italian textile machinery sector.” confirms Salvadè. “Italian manufacturers at ITMA ASIA+CITME Singapore will show a wide range of advanced solutions, covering the entire textile value chain. Visitors will see digitalization tools that can improve process efficiency and connectivity, automation systems for smarter production and innovations able to reduce environmental impact. In addition, there will be a strong focus on sustainable technologies, with machinery designed to optimize energy and water use, while ensuring high-quality results. Italian manufacturers are committed to combining tradition in textile knowledge with cutting-edge innovation.”
On his side, Giorgio Calveri, Director of ITA Singapore, states: “With 86% of its 2.1 billion euro production exported, Italy’s textile machinery industry confirms its strong international orientation, with Asia as its main market. ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 in Singapore is a strategic opportunity to strengthen Italy’s presence in this key region. With 100 exhibitors coordinated by ACIMIT and supported by ITA, Italy stands as a trusted partner for advanced, sustainable, and competitive technologies.”
Posted: October 6, 2025
Source: The Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers (ACIMIT)
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany — October 1, 2025 — The countdown for submissions has begun. Until 15 December 2025, companies can enter their developments for the Techtextil Innovation Award and the Texprocess Innovation Award. Those selected by the distinguished juries benefit from international visibility as well as from the reputation and reach of the two leading trade fairs. From 21 to 24 April 2026, Techtextil and Texprocess bring together the global industries in Frankfurt. The presentation of the Innovation Awards and the showcasing of the winning ideas is among the most prominent highlights.
Photo: Messe Frankfurt / Jean-Luc Valentin
The industry is evolving at a rapid pace – from new advances in technical textiles and nonwovens to forward-looking manufacturing and processing technologies. Current developments such as the use of AI, sustainable approaches and new production methods are creating additional opportunities for innovation. Especially in times of recession, tariffs and restrained investment, these impulses take on particular significance. They open up new opportunities in numerous fields, ranging from mobility and medicine to apparel. The Techtextil and Texprocess Innovation Awards provide international visibility for the best ideas.
“With the Techtextil and Texprocess Innovation Awards, we create a platform for visionary developments. The leading trade fairs bring together the industry’s key players – manufacturers, research, application experts and the media. In this way, we create the ideal framework to showcase innovations and bring new ideas to the market. We look forward to the submissions,” says Sabine Scharrer, Director Brand Management Technical Textiles & Textile Processing, Messe Frankfurt.
The innovations are driving progress in numerous industries. In 2024, the award winners presented recyclable fibre composites for aviation, self-cooling textiles for façades and measurement methods for body scans based on 4D scanning. Whether in mobility, construction, medicine or apparel – textile and technological innovations are creating new opportunities for progress.
Juries of leading experts
Companies, research institutes and universities can submit their applications until 15 December 2025. Two specialist juries of renowned experts evaluate the submissions and recognise the best entries. For this purpose, top experts from research and science come together.
Categories Techtextil Innovation Award 2026
New Concept
New Material
New Application
New Product
New Chemicals & Dyes
New Recycled Materials & Recycling Technologies
New Production Technology, Digitalisation & AI Solutions
The submission deadline for all applications for the Techtextil and Texprocess Innovation Awards 2026 is 15 December 2025. All companies, institutes, universities, polytechnics and individuals are eligible to apply. Participation is free of charge. Submitted developments must have been on the market for less than two years or be shortly before the market launch. From mid-December 2025, two experienced international expert juries examine all submitted products in detail and evaluate them according to criteria such as degree of innovation, market potential, sustainability, choice of materials and technical quality. The winning companies are formally and prominently presented on the first day of the trade fair, 21 April 2026, in Frankfurt am Main.
Further information on the Techtextil Innovation Award 2026:
Techtextil Innovation Award – https://techtextil.messefrankfurt.com/frankfurt/en/programme-events/innovation-award.html
Further information on the Texprocess Innovation Award 2026:
Texprocess Innovation Award – https://texprocess.messefrankfurt.com/frankfurt/en/programme-events/innovation-award.html
Techtextil and Texprocess will be held from 21 to 24 April 2026.
DORNBIRN, Austria — September 10, 2025 — On various biological surfaces, oil is adsorbed from water surfaces and transported along the leaf. In her dissertation, ITA Postdoc Dr Leonie Beek transferred this effect to a technical textile using her Bionic Oil Absorber (BOA), which can remove up to 4 litres of diesel per hour from water at technological readiness level 4.
ITA postdoc Dr Leonie Beek is revolutionizing oil filtration with a bionic textile, Source: Andreas Schmitter
For this development, Dr Beek was awarded the Paul Schlack Prize 2025 for her dissertation ‘Bionic textiles for oil-water separation modelled on superhydrophobic biological surfaces’ on 10 September 2025. The award ceremony took place during the opening event of the Dornbirn GFC Global Fiber Congress in Austria.
Oil-water separation without additional energy or toxic substances
Dr Leonie Beek’s dissertation focused on the sustainable separation of oil and water. On various biological surfaces, oil is adsorbed from water surfaces and transported along the leaf. This effect differs from technical solutions in that oil-water separation is achieved without external energy and without toxic substances.
Possible use in harbour basins or in the event of flooding/pollution of inland waters
Dr Beek integrated the bionic textile into a floating device (Bionic Oil Adsorber – BOA). The BOA demonstrator, which has a technology readiness level of 4, can remove up to 4 litres of diesel per hour. It is intended for use in port areas. Another promising application is in the event of flooding and pollution of inland waters and urban sewage treatment plants.
Ecologically and economically sustainable technology
The technology is ecologically sustainable, as both the textile and the separated oil can be reused. It is also economically sustainable, as the textile is up to 13 times cheaper than sorption materials with a service life of 21 days.
Overall, Dr Leonie Beek succeeded in her dissertation in transferring the biological principle to a bionic textile and presenting a product for use in the completely new application of oil-water separation. This is the first time that superhydrophobic surfaces have been used outside of friction reduction.
With the Paul Schlack Prize, CIRFS promotes innovation in man-made fiber research at universities and research institutes. The award ceremony took place during the opening event of the Dornbirn GFC Global Fiber Congress in Austria.
The Paul Schlack Prize
Since 1971, the Paul Schlack Prize has been awarded at the Dornbirn GFC Global Fiber Congress (formerly Dornbirn Man-made Fibers Congress) in Dornbirn (Austria) to promote chemical fibre research at universities and research institutes. Previous ITA winners of the Paul Schlack Prize include Dr Stefan Peterek, Dr Andreas De Palmenaer, Prof. Dr Gunnar Seide, Dr Wilhelm Steinmann, Dr Stephan Walter, Dr Gisa Wortberg, Dr Benjamin Weise, and Dr Markus Beckers.
Posted: October 4, 2025
Source: The Institut Für Textiltechnik (Ita) Of Rwth Aachen University
BRADFORD, UK — October 6, 2025 — With nearly two centuries of expertise in textile recycling, Tatham continues to lead the industry toward a more sustainable future. Through recent collaborations, we now offer a comprehensive range of equipment—from advanced automated textile sorting to mechanical recycling (rag tearing) and precision fibre blending.
Our cutting-edge sorting technology classifies garments by colour, material type, and fibre composition, ensuring all fasteners such as zips and buttons are removed before further processing. This meticulous approach addresses a critical global issue: currently, less than 1% of textile waste is recycled back into new textiles.
