Hyosung Presents New Regen™ Certified Sustainable Textile Solutions At Functional Fabric Fair And Kingpins NYC Markets

SEOUL, South Korea — July 10, 2024 — Expanding its dedication to ongoing innovation and delivering sustainable solutions for a wide range of needs throughout the value chain, Hyosung will introduce a comprehensive range of certified sustainable materials at forthcoming New York City-based shows this summer.

At Functional Fabric Fair NYC

Creating a more powerful sustainable story, Hyosung has expanded its offering of regen™ BIO Spandex, replacing nearly all the fiber’s raw materials previously made with petroleum-based resources with renewable resources to include new regen BIO, regen BIO+ and regen BIO Max Spandex.

Hyosung was the first company to commercialize at scale USDA and SGS certified bio-based elastane partly made with renewable resources in 2022. Brand adoptions with the fiber include activewear from Pangaia that combines a bio-nylon with Hyosung regen BIO Spandex, and Icebreaker who has introduced a blend of regen BIO spandex with their signature merino wool. Others have combined regen BIO Spandex with luxurious silk, lyocell, and organic cotton.

As part of its corporate ESG commitment to achieving net zero by 2050 and supporting the wider textile industry to meet evolving sustainability goals, Hyosung has partnered with sustainable materials leader, Geno, to start construction at its plant in Vietnam to produce Bio BDO derived from sugarcane, commencing Q2 2026. Hyosung’s partnership with Geno establishes the world’s first fully integrated manufacturing site for bio-based elastane from renewable raw material to fiber. The project will fast track the production of Bio BDO with an annual capacity of 50,000 tons in the second half of 2026 — with the aim of expanding capacity up to a total of 200,000 tons per year to meet expected industry demands for bio-

“We’re thrilled to announce our expanded regen BIO Spandex offering, which significantly decreases our reliance on fossil fuels and reduces carbon emissions,” said Julia Nam, Hyosung U.S. senior marketing manager – Textiles. “As a leading provider of sustainable textile solutions, we aim to deliver diverse textile options that cater to the varied needs of our mills, brands, and consumers and we are proud to accomplish this goal.”

While our regen BIO Spandex addresses the needs of those seeking bio-based materials, for brands and retailers more interested in recycled rather than bio-based materials, Hyosung will present fabrics and garments crafted with its multi-functional and certified 100-percent recycled regen spandex, nylon, and polyester.

Highlighted will be its RCS-certified 100-percent recycled regen Spandex made from industrial reclaimed waste and GRS-certified 100-percent post-consumer recycled regen Ocean Nylon made from discarded fishing nets.

To meet consumer desire for sustainable apparel that offers comfort with performance benefits, Hyosung has uniquely added multi-function properties in the manufacture of its 100-percent recycled regen polyester fibers. For instance, Hyosung’s regen Askin Polyester offers cool touch, UV protection and quick drying benefits. Its regen Xanadu is a mechanical stretch fiber made with a blend of recycled post-consumer PET and plant-based materials providing a performance fit.

At Kingpins NYC — Innovation for denim you want to live in

At Kingpins NYC, Hyosung will present new denim stretch innovations with its CREORA® 3D Max Spandex. Hyosung’s CREORA 3D Max Spandex delivers high-performance stretch and recovery with a very small portion of spandex content uniquely allowing the garment to be recycled according to Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s The Jeans Redesign.

Anticipating denim brand needs, Hyosung has added sustainable and functional versions of the fiber that matches the same performance and recyclability benefits as conventional CREORA 3D Max Spandex, which include USDA and SGS-certified regen BIO 3D Max Spandex, and RCS-certified 100-percent recycled regen 3D Max Spandex made from industrial waste.

“Hyosung is dedicated to developing various versions of denim spandex with added bio-functionality in the future, said Simon Hong, Hyosung Denim lead.  “This initiative aims to provide consumers with options that prioritize not only eco-friendliness but also comfort and convenience. By incorporating special features into these products, Hyosung seeks to enhance the overall user experience while contributing to sustainable practices in the fashion industry.”

At Kingpins, Hyosung will sponsor and participate in a Future Fits panel discussion with denim design professionals with varied prospectives on what fit might look like in 5 years time on Thursday, July 18 at 11:00AM.

Hyosung can be found at Functional Fabric Fair NYC, Javits Center, July 16-17, booth 538, and Kingpins NYC, July 17-18, booth 5 Yellow Zone taking place at Basketball City.

Posted: July 10, 2024

Source: Hyosung

ACIMIT: Italian Textile Machinery Industry Ready For New Challenges Launched By The Green Transition

MILAN — July 10, 2024 — Maintaining a focus on innovation despite the uncertainties that characterize the current international scenario was emphasized during the General Assembly of ACIMIT, the Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers Association, held in Milan on July 9. ACIMIT president, Marco Salvadè, showcased the data of the Italian textile machinery industry. In 2023, production decreased by 16 percent, settling at a value of 2.3 billion euros, as did exports, which also fell by 16 percent (2 billion euros).

China, Turkey, India, and the United States remain the main destinations for Italian textile machinery manufacturers. In 2023, demand for machinery in these markets was weak, but some positive signals emerged in the first quarter of the current year, especially from the Chinese market and again from Egypt, Pakistan, Brazil, and Japan. “2024 will still be a year characterized by many uncertainties, mainly due to the uncertainty of the geopolitical situation and fluctuations in final demand,” Salvadè noted.

In an especially difficult international scenario and with a still sluggish market, the Italian textile machinery sector remains a leader alongside a few other Countries, such as China, Germany, and Japan. “Our sector is renowned worldwide for its reliability, know-how, and the uniquely Italian ability to combine tradition and innovation,” noted the ACIMIT president. Accelerating innovation remains crucial, particularly to meet the challenges that await Italian manufacturers in supporting textile companies on their sustainable transition journey.

To highlight the opportunities that the European green transition opens up for technology suppliers, the public section of the ACIMIT General Assembly addressed a very current issue: textile recycling. The EU’s legislative guidelines aim to accelerate the green and circular transition of the textile sector with various actions: from ecodesign to EPR, from waste export regulation to green claims. Meanwhile, there is a growing demand for recycled textile fibers driven by the sustainable policies of brands that should not be underestimated.

Thus, technologies play an important role in providing solutions to companies engaged in the new circularity supply chain: from sorting and selection of garments to preparation phases and recycling processes. During the event several speakers agreed that the experience and capabilities of the Italian textile and textile machinery sector should be fully leveraged at this crucial stage for the entire supply chain. As President Salvadè noted, “Textile machinery companies intend to increase R&D activities in this area, collaborating with their textile customers in the belief that the circular transformation of business models also represents an opportunity for technology suppliers to increase their competitiveness.”

Posted: July 10, 2024

Source: ACIMIT – Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers

Coloreel Group AB Files For Bankruptcy

STOCKHOLM, Sweden — July 10, 2024 — Coloreel Group AB, a Sweden-based technology company known for its instant thread dyeing technology, today announced that it has filed for bankruptcy. The decision comes after the company’s inability to develop its business volume quickly enough and, related to this, secure the necessary financing.

Despite many in-depth discussions with financial investors and potential industrial partners to secure additional funding, Coloreel has been unable to overcome its financial hurdles.

Coloreel has aimed to transform the textile industry with unique coloring and design possibilities through a sustainable and efficient thread dyeing process. The company has more than 90 customers in the global market, many of them well-known brands. More than 120 granted patents across 45 markets ensure robust protection of the innovative technology.

“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the filing for bankruptcy today,” said Anders Persson, chairman of the board, Coloreel Group AB. “We have been working very hard to introduce a new technology and new ways of working on the global textile market. Despite relentless efforts to grow the business, minimize operational costs, and secure additional funding, the challenges are too great. The board and the management are incredibly proud of what our team has achieved, and we are grateful for the support we have received from our partners, customers, and investors.”

The filing also applies for the daughter company Coloreel AB.

Posted: July 10, 2024

Source: Coloreel Group AB

TenCate Protective Fabrics And PBI® Announce European Launch Of Firefighting Outer Shell, PBI® Peak5®

NIJVERDAL, The Netherlands — July 9, 2024 — TenCate Protective Fabrics and PBI® announce the launch of PBI® Peak5®. The new outer shell is a result of a strategic partnership between PBI®, a leading producer of flame-resistant (FR) fiber, and TenCate Protective Fabrics, a leading producer of FR textiles for fire service garments.

PBI® Peak5® outer shell offers firefighters unprecedented levels of durability and thermal protection while being remarkably lightweight. The fabric integrates TenCate Protective Fabrics’ patented Enforce® technology, which blends multiple fibers into high-strength yarn structures, resulting in a fabric that is both exceptionally strong yet lightweight.

“Our goal is to design products that meet the specific needs of end-users, particularly the challenges faced by firefighters,” said Michael Laton, VP of Global Strategy and Innovation at TenCate Protective Fabrics. “PBI® Peak5® stands out because it provides lighter-weight, more durable, thermal protection thanks to an advanced blend of PBI® fibers and Enforce® yarns.”

The lightest outer shell ever engineered by TenCate Protective Fabrics, PBI® Peak5® boasts an extremely high percentage of PBI® fibers for leading levels of thermal stability.

The launch of the new outer shell marks a new era in the TenCate Protective Fabrics – PBI® partnership in European markets.

“PBI® Peak5® was designed specifically for fire brigades seeking an ultra-lightweight outer shell that still offers the unmatched flame-resistance under extreme conditions that PBI is known for,” said Helmut Zepf, Managing Director PPE Division of PBI.

PBI® Peak5® outer shell fabric meets global safety standards, including certifications for EN, ISO, ASNZ, and NFPA. It is available in markets throughout Europe including Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, as well as the UK. To find out more, visit tencatefabrics.com.

Posted: July 9, 2024

Source: TenCate Protective Fabrics

National Retail Federation (NRF): Monthly Import Cargo Continues To Rise Despite Supply Chain Challenges

WASHINGTON — July 9, 2024 — Monthly inbound cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports is continuing to rise despite a variety of supply chain challenges, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.

“Lulls between supply chain challenges seldom last long, and importers are currently looking at issues including high shipping rates, unresolved port labor negotiations and continuing capacity and congestion issues from the ongoing disruptions in the Red Sea,” NRF Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold said. “Despite all of that, we’re experiencing the strongest surge in volume we’ve seen in two years, and that’s a good sign for what retailers expect in sales. Consumers can rest assured that retailers will be well-stocked and ready to meet demand as we head into the back-to-school and holiday seasons.”

Hackett Associates Founder Ben Hackett said the latest numbers come as attacks on shipping in the Red Sea earlier this year have had an impact “beyond earlier expectations” because of lack of sufficient capacity to make up for longer voyages to avoid the region. Political support for higher and broader tariffs on imported goods is expanding. And worries over lack of a new contract with East Coast/Gulf Coast dockworkers is shifting some cargo to West Coast ports. All of those issues drive up prices for shipping and, in turn, consumers.

“The risks to global trade growth continue to increase,” Hackett said. “We are in a volatile situation with multiple pressures on the movement of goods, underpinned by continued inflationary pressures.”

U.S. ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 2.08 million Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units – one 20-foot container or its equivalent – in May, the latest month for which final numbers are available. That was up 3% from April and up 7.5% year over year, and was the highest number since 2.26 million TEU in August 2022. (The total includes estimates for the ports of New York and New Jersey, which have not reported TEU counts for May.)

Ports have not yet reported June’s numbers, but Global Port Tracker projected that volume rose to 2.1 million TEU, up 14.5% year over year. July is forecast at 2.21 million TEU, up 15.5% year over year; August at 2.22 million TEU, up 13.5%; September at 2.1 million TEU, up 3.5%; October at 2.05 million TEU, down 0.5%, and November at 1.96 million TEU, up 3.5%.

The first half of 2024 is expected to total 12.04 million TEU, up 14.4% from the same period last year. Imports during 2023 totaled 22.3 million TEU, down 12.8% from 2022.

The import numbers come as NRF is forecasting that 2024 retail sales – excluding automobile dealers, gasoline stations and restaurants to focus on core retail – will grow between 2.5% and 3.5% over 2023.

Global Port Tracker, which is produced for NRF by Hackett Associates, provides historical data and forecasts for the U.S. ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach, Oakland, Seattle and Tacoma on the West Coast; New York/New Jersey, Port of Virginia, Charleston, Savannah, Port Everglades, Miami and Jacksonville on the East Coast, and Houston on the Gulf Coast. The report is free to NRF retail members, and subscription information is available at NRF.com/PortTracker . Subscription information for non-members can be found at www.globalporttracker.com.

Posted: July 9, 2024

Source: National Retail Federation (NRF)

“Natural Materials: The Path Towards Brand Responsibility” Panel Discussion Comes To Functional Fabric Fair In NYC

BOULDER, Colo.  — July 9, 2024 — As global regulations and increased customer concern drive the demand for sustainable products, forward thinking brands are increasingly turning to natural materials as a sustainable alternative.

This panel will spotlight how newer biomass-based textiles are complementing established materials like down and wool to not only enhance performance but atexlso to meet evolving consumer demands for eco-friendly products.

Hosted by textile industry communications agency Formidable Media and scheduled for Tuesday, July 16 at 4:00pm, this panel will provide an inside look at how natural materials can be leveraged to grow brand responsibility while elevating textile performance.

“For years, brands have searched for ways to lower their environmental footprint while maintaining performance,” said Scott Kaier, President of Formidable Media. “Traditionally, sustainability came at the cost of performance. I think there is a great case to be made that natural materials are evolving to outpace synthetic materials, and this panel will highlight a lot of those achievements.”

The discussion will feature insights from leaders in sustainability and textile innovation, exploring the opportunities and challenges in adopting natural materials within supply chains. Attendees can expect a deep dive into the latest advancements and best practices that are shaping the future of responsible sourcing and manufacturing in the textile sector.

Hand-picked from across the outdoor, fashion, and lifestyle markets, panelists include:

  • Matthew Betcher, Creative Director, ALLIED Feather + Down
  • Monica Ebert, Business Development and Sustainability, Manager, Woolmark
  • Sharon Perez, Senior Business Development Manager, Lenzing Group
  • Chad Kelly, President, eVent Fabrics

Posted: July 9, 2024

Source: Formidable Media

Alliance Of European Flax-Linen & Hemp Announces Positive Outlook For 2024 Flax Harvest

PARIS — July 9, 2024 — The Alliance of European Flax-Linen & Hemp is pleased to announce a positive outlook for the 2024 flax harvest. As the flax pulling period commences, the industry is optimistic due to favorable weather conditions that provide an ideal context for the upcoming harvest.

Alliance of European Flax-Linen & Hemp’s latest estimates predict average straw yields of 6-7 tons per hectare for spring flax, a significant milestone that has not been seen since 2019. While winter flax, cultivated on 30,000 hectares for this harvest, shows slightly lower performance with the overall prospects remaining strong. Flax straw, the raw material for fibre extraction during scutching, is expected to be abundant.

The area under cultivation for European Flax™ is projected to reach at least 180,000 hectares for both spring and winter flax combined, the highest since 2020. This expansion suggests that the European sector is poised to achieve record level yields of flax straw, the building block for premium flax fibres for composite applications, in a single harvest.

Whilst the exact amount of flax fibre to be extracted from this volume remains undetermined at this stage, the retting process, set to occur in the summer, will provide more detailed production output data.

Scutching of the current harvest is scheduled to begin in Autumn 2024 in French, Belgian and Dutch factories.

Posted: July 9, 2024

Source: Alliance of European Flax-Linen & Hemp

Archroma Introduces Innovative Ultra Compact Color Atlas

PRATTELN, Switzerland — July 9, 2024 — Archroma, a global supplier of specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, is introducing an innovative portable version of its market-leading Color Atlas by Archroma® color catalogue to help streamline textile and fashion industry workflows with truly convenient color comparison.

The Color Atlas by Archroma®, Mini Flex and Mini Palette editions are available as convenient libraries of textile color swatches that set a new standard for efficient color selection and comparison while on the go, in the office, factory or in a work-from-home setting.

Color comparison is a fundamental part of the work of designers and their textile mill and brand partners. However, achieving the perfect color match or color harmony without convenient access to color library reference books has long been a challenge. Physical color libraries can be bulky and heavy with even compact editions of physical libraries are too big to fit into a backpack or shoulder bag. The new Color Atlas by Archroma® formats give designers a visual companion tool for digital color libraries may not be accurate due to the limitations of the user’s smartphone or tablet display.

The Color Atlas by Archroma® Mini Flex and Mini Palette editions overcome these challenges. Both formats are user friendly and travel-ready, with no mask required to isolate colors for selection and comparison.

The Mini Flex edition features textile color chips that allow users to quickly find and compare colors with their desired target color.

In the Mini Palette edition, individual color chips are inserted into slots in plastic palette sheets for ease of use and portability. Users can carry the pre-made palette sheet swatches or customize a palette sheet using chips from several swatches.

Both Color Atlas by Archroma® Mini Flex and Mini Palette formats contain 5,760 unique colors: 4,320 cotton colors and 1,440 polyester colors. Each of the colors are also available from Archroma as Engineered Color Standards that include achievability information on alternate fiber types, precise dyeing recipes formulated with products that comply with leading international eco-standards, digital data for recipe predictions, dye eco compliance information and access to expert technical support from Archroma around the world.

“Our Color Atlas has inspired creativity, enhanced communication and helped ensure color accuracy since it was launched in 2016. As new ways of working digitally and physically along with the demand for speed reshapes the fashion and textile industry, we continue to innovate to support brands, designers and mills to work faster and smarter together, wherever they are,” Chris Hipps, Global Director, Archroma Color Management, said. “Our innovative new Mini Flex and Mini Palette Color Atlas products provide a true breakthrough for ease of use and portability compared with traditional libraries in use.”

The Color Atlas by Archroma® Mini Flex and Mini Palette editions are now available to pre-order from www.shopcolors.archroma.com.

Posted: July 9, 2024

Source: Archroma

Stäubli At Techtextil North America

PFÄFFIKON, Switzerland — July 9, 2024 — Stäubli launched its new TF30 weaving machine at Techtextil Frankfurt earlier this year in April. Now, visitors to Techtextil North America have the chance to learn more about this revolutionary machine at our booth in the German Pavilion in hall B. The TF30 enables weaving mills to produce new types of technical fabrics in sectors ranging from medicine to transportation, aerospace, and more.

TF30 weaving system for 3D fabrics

Creating machinery for the production of fabrics that are essential to global innovation is what motivates and inspires our teams. Flexibility and support are prerequisites for weaving technical fabrics, especially with new materials and 3D forms. Partnering with customers, universities, and industries, and applying our decades of experience in R&D, we are constantly advancing our range of solutions and services.

TF30 weaving system – a new solution for 3D fabrics

This new Stäubli weaving machine boasts innovative, unique, and obvious benefits. With variable-height rapier weft insertion, it provides never-before-seen flexibility in shed programming and thus in weave structure. The weft-insertion concept ensures gentle yarn treatment, so the system can handle carbon and aramid yarns as well as ultra-sensitive ceramic yarns. Mills can choose from a wide range of Jacquard machines and customized harnesses perfectly suited to their weaving application.

What do printed circuit boards, airbags, lightweight carpets, and paper production filters have in common?

These and many more technical fabric applications are woven with the support of Stäubli machinery.

  • The SAFIR S32 automation solution for drawing in is used by weaving mills around the world to produce PCB boards and glass applications.
  • LXL PRO electronic Jacquard machine for OPW airbag weaving
    Available in 4 formats and up to 14,336 hooks

    The LXL PRO Jacquard machine provides all the necessary features for one-piece woven (OPW) applications, including top-quality airbags in any format. Featuring NOEMI electronics architecture, this machine ensures a continuous Jacquard weaving process at the highest speeds and top energy efficiency. OPW weaving mills also use our TIEPRO warp-tying machine to achieve perfect knots with short ends that are easily passed through the reed, ensuring the proper order.

  • The Stäubli ALPHA 500 LEANTEC weaving system provides ingenious features for extremely uniform and precise loops, as required for lightweight carpets for the transportation sector.
  • Our heavy-duty dobbies for very large frame weaving machines are renowned for their robust construction and ability to withstand vibration encountered e.g. in the production of paper machine filters.

These are just a few examples of what weavers can achieve with the support of Stäubli solutions. With a broad range of equipment for producing technical fabrics, from flat to 3D, Stäubli answers the needs of the weaving industry.

Posted: July 9, 2024

Source: Stäubli AG

Woolmark Celebrates 60 Years With Launch Of Woolmark Recycled

NEW YORK, NY — July 8, 2024 — This year, Woolmark celebrates its 60th anniversary, marking six decades of certifying quality wool products. To commemorate this milestone, the Woolmark is introducing a new Recycled Wool specification, the first time the iconic mark will be applied to recycled fibre.

Since 1964, the Woolmark Logo has certified over five billion wool and wool care products, symbolising excellence and authenticity. The Woolmark Certification Program, operated globally by The Woolmark Company, is the gold standard for wool quality, providing consumers with assurance of premium fibre content.

The launch of the Recycled Wool sub-brand under the new RW-1 Specification marks a significant step towards a more sustainable textile industry. “Wool is the most recycled apparel fibre globally,” said John Roberts, Managing Director of The Woolmark Company. “Our new Recycled Wool mark supports the shift from a linear to a circular production model, reducing waste and pollution.”

The Recycled Wool specification ensures products contain at least 20% recycled wool, whilst also meeting The Woolmark Certification Program’s stringent quality standards. This initiative aligns with the industry’s regulatory pressures to adopt more sustainable practices. Products can feature recycled wool from both pre-consumer sources, such as fabric cutting waste, and post-consumer sources, like garments, certified by standards such as the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) and Recycled Claim Standard (RCS).

The Recycled Wool sub-brand reinforces Woolmark’s commitment to advancing a more circular industry. By supporting the development of long-lasting, quality-assured, natural products using recycled fibres Woolmark is at the forefront of promoting solutions that minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency.

“Wool accounts for only 1% of the apparel fibre market,” said John Roberts, “Creating a sub-brand to promote the reuse and repurposing of this remarkable fibre will help advance wool use in new categories and keep this rare fibre in circulation for longer.”

The Woolmark Certification Program includes clothing, fabrics, yarns, and home care products, with three main logos: Woolmark (100% pure new wool), Woolmark Blend (50%-99.9% new wool), and Wool Blend (30%-49.9% new wool).

For more information about the Woolmark Certification Program and to apply to become a Woolmark licensee, visit www.woolmark.com/certification.

Posted: July 9, 2024

Source: The Woolmark Company, a subsidiary of Australian Wool Innovation

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