Nufabrx Awarded Therapeutic Compression Agreement With Premier, Inc.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — June 24, 2025 — Nufabrx has been awarded a national group purchasing agreement and Breakthrough Technology Designation for Therapeutic Compression with Premier Inc. Effective June 15, 2025, the new agreement allows Premier members, at their discretion, to take advantage of special pricing and terms pre-negotiated by Premier for Therapeutic Compression Garments. Premier offers Breakthrough Technology Designations to innovations that offer a major advantage in terms of patient safety, clinical outcomes and operational efficiencies.

Nufabrx Medicine-Infused Compression Sleeves

“The Nufabrx organization is honored to have been awarded a group purchasing agreement and Breakthrough Technology Designation for 2025. We feel this agreement serves as a testament to the incredible efforts our team and supplier partners in the state of North Carolina have demonstrated to bring to market such an innovative platform,” said Glenn Normoyle, CEO, Nufabrx.

At our core, we strive to give the millions of people suffering with chronic diseases relief without having to disrupt their everyday lives. We also believe this agreement will accelerate our efforts to educate physicians, care givers and consumers about our unique, opioid free, approach to relieving pain by embedding capsaicin into compression garments.

Premier is a leading technology-driven healthcare improvement company, providing solutions to two-thirds of all healthcare providers in the U.S. Playing a critical role in the rapidly evolving healthcare industry, Premier unites providers, suppliers, payers and policymakers to make healthcare better with national scale, smarter with actionable intelligence and faster with novel technologies. With integrated data and analytics, collaboratives, supply chain solutions, consulting and other services, Premier enables better care and outcomes at a lower cost.

Posted: June 24, 2025

Source: Nufabrx

Archroma Launches All-New Website To Support Smarter, More Sustainable Choices Across The Textile And Packaging Value Chains

PRATTELN, Switzerland — June 23, 2025 — Archroma, a global supplier of specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today unveiled a fully redesigned website, located at archroma.com, aimed at enhancing customer experience and accelerating the transition to more sustainable practices across the textiles, packaging, and paper value chains.

Rooted in Archroma’s sustainability-driven mission, the new digital platform is designed to help manufacturers and brands make smarter, science-based decisions that reduce environmental impact. With this launch, Archroma reinforces its commitment to enabling a more sustainable future — through innovation, transparency, and accessible technology.

“The new website comes at a pivotal time for our industries, where increasing demand for lower-impact solutions – along with more stringent regulations and standards – is making sustainability a business imperative for everyone,” said Dhirendra Gautam, vice president, Global Marketing and Strategy, Archroma Textile Effects. “More than a visual refresh, our upgraded website reflects our commitment to helping customers navigate fast-changing, competitive markets with smart, sustainable, accessible solutions.”

For example, Textile Effects solutions can be explored by end-use market or innovation theme. A new user-friendly SUPER SYSTEMS+ tool brings interactivity to the product portfolio, spanning preparation, dyeing, denim, printing and finishing. It guides users to select the right low-impact system for a specific market, end-use segment, fabric and shade, based on unique sustainability targets, compliance requirements and performance goals.

The new Packaging Technologies section showcases innovative solutions for a wide range of markets and applications. Visitors to the website will see how Archroma enables circular packaging with more sustainable chemistry spanning the entire value chain. The innovation section will highlight the latest breakthrough solutions and thought leadership content.

“As experts in specialty chemicals, Archroma delivers color, protection and purpose to everyday materials. Our new website brings to life our broad portfolio in Packaging Technologies which enables the shift to more sustainable solutions from pulp and paper to packaging, as well as tissue & toweling, and building & construction,” added Lisa Clark, vice president, Marketing and Sustainability, Archroma Packaging Technologies.

Key features of the new site include:

  • Industry-centered solutions to help users quickly access information tailored to the specific challenges of the textile and packaging sector.
  • Enhanced navigation and search for easier access to information, resources and support.
  • A dynamic newsroom, with the latest company insights, technology updates and industry events.
  • Improved contact tools for faster access to Archroma experts for support and collaboration.

To explore the new website, visit archroma.com.

Posted: June 23, 2025

Source: Archroma

TRSA, Environ Energy Release New White Paper On Value Of Reusable PPE In Healthcare

WASHINGTON — June 20, 2025 — TRSA, the nation’s leading advocacy association for the linen, uniform and facility services industry, and Environ Energy, a national leader in sustainable energy solutions, released a new white paper documenting the significant value of using hygienically clean reusable personal protective equipment (PPE) in healthcare. The white paper, “Advancing the Adoption of Reusable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in Healthcare,” catalogues key benefits hospitals and other healthcare facilities experience by relying on reusable PPE.

“America’s commercial laundry providers play a critical role in our healthcare delivery system,” said Joseph Ricci, President and CEO of TRSA. “Healthcare providers who make the switch to reusable PPE experience lower costs, stronger supply chains, a smaller environmental footprint and enhanced patient and provider safety. We are excited to release this new white paper in partnership with Environ, which will help inform policymakers about the value of hygienically clean reusable PPE and also help facilitate more collaboration and education between our industry and the healthcare community.”

“For more than 30 years, Environ Energy has delivered innovative energy and sustainability solutions to hundreds of healthcare providers,” said Jim Johnson, VP Strategic Partnerships at Environ Energy. “Increased use of re-usable PPE is a low cost, yet highly effective way to improve a facility’s sustainability by reducing solid waste, water consumption, and energy usage.”

Key findings included in the new white paper include:

  • Lower costs: Using laundered reusable isolation gowns—barrier garments worn by caregivers and visitors to avoid infection transmission from patients—saves 52% of the cost of opting for disposable equivalents.
  • Supply chain resiliency: The [National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine] workshop findings underscore that reusable PPE can bolster emergency preparedness by creating a stable, domestic supply chain.
  • Environmental sustainability: Reusable PPE uses 28% less energy and 41% less water than disposable counterparts.
  • Enhanced safety and performance: A study in the American Journal of Infection Control determined reusable gowns consistently outperform disposables in liquid barrier protection.

The TRSA-Environ white paper also highlights several solutions to encourage more reusable PPE in healthcare, including legislation that sets a minimum threshold of 50% for reusable PPE, greater industry collaboration and education.

The new resource is available at https://laundryservices.org/resources/reusable-ppe/

Posted: June 23, 2025

Source: TRSA

Trivantage® Unveils New Event For Workroom Professionals: The Makers Meet

BURLINGTON, N.C. — June 20, 2025 — Trivantage, a trusted supplier for workroom and upholstery professionals, will host an all-new educational event called The Makers Meet — which celebrates the skill, creativity, and community that drive great workrooms and upholstery shops.

The event will take place on August 14 and 15 at the Sunbrella® headquarters in Burlington, N.C., where attendees will enjoy a day-and-a-half of exclusive insights from industry leaders, product demos, business tips, fabric previews, networking with peers and vendors, and more.

“The Makers Meet is more than an educational event — it’s a celebration of artistry,” said Lindsay Shakarjian, marketing director at Trivantage. “The experience is designed to help workroom professionals refine their skills, reimagine their potential, and lead with confidence in a fast-evolving industry.”

A highlight of the event will be several hands-on, expert-led workshops, including:

  • Luxury Drapery Construction with Susan Woodcock: A live demonstration of fabrication methods, materials, and finishing details used to create custom draperies for the high-end market. Attendees will learn how incorporating linings, interlinings, and hand sewing techniques contributes to overall drapery appearance, and function.
  • Precision & Process with Grant Trick: Practical tips and expert tricks to help streamline work processes while elevating quality. Attendees will learn time-saving insights, from perfecting mitered corners and installing skirt linings to working with silk film, border clamps, and zippers.
  • How to Build a Resilient Business with Charlene Clark: A look into aligning company vision, culture, and operations for lasting success. Attendees will learn about implementing sustainable team structures, optimal workflows, and measurable performance indicators.
  • Why Sunbrella with Camdyn Conner Lloyd: An exploration of the proprietary innovations, trusted durability, and versatile design options that make Sunbrella a leader in the performance fabrics market.

As pioneers in the textiles distribution space, this event is just one way Trivantage is moving the industry forward through educational endeavors. After successfully launching a marine fabrication-focused seminar, Performance on Deck, in 2024, the company hopes to continually expand on opportunities to inspire creatives, connect them with one another, and provide resources to bolster their business.

“Our mission is to go beyond supplying materials and tools and serve as a partner and thought leader — helping shape the future of our industry,” said Bret Kelley, president of Trivantage. “Through educational and networking platforms like The Makers Meet and Performance on Deck, we empower makers with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to unlock their creativity and elevate their craft.”

Space is limited, and tickets must be reserved by July 16. In addition to industry education, the price of admission includes a tour of the Sunbrella Novelty Yarn Plant; a vendor marketplace with leading suppliers’ latest innovations in tools and materials; all meals, including a Sunbrella-sponsored cocktail hour and welcome dinner; and a special gift from Trivantage.

Trivantage has reserved a room block at The Inn at Elon for event attendees and will provide round-trip bus transportation between the hotel and Sunbrella headquarters on Thursday, August 14. To learn more, view the schedule of events, or reserve tickets, visit

https://www.events.trivantage.com/

Posted: June 23, 2025

Source: Trivantage

Teijin Frontier Develops A Next-Generation Stretch Fabric With An Extremely Fine, Multiple Crimp Structure Providing Soft And Airy Comfort

TOKYO — June 12, 2025 — Teijin Frontier Co. Ltd., announced today that it has developed a next-generation stretch fabric made of an extra-fine three-dimensional structure with randomly sized crimps. The newly developed fabric combines exceptional elasticity with a soft, airy texture and a natural uneven surface that helps make the fabric lightweight while providing quick drying and moisture wicking performance.

The surface of the newly developed fabric.

Teijin Frontier plans to launch this next-generation stretch fabric for the domestic and international outdoor and sportswear markets during the Fall/Winter 2026 season. The company also aims to expand its applications to include lifestyle apparel such as innerwear and fashion garments, targeting sales of 100,000 meters in fiscal 2026 and 1 million meters by fiscal 2029.

Traditionally, stretch fabrics used in sportswear, fashion and innerwear have relied on polyurethane, however this material presents challenges in terms of strength, durability, weight and colorfastness. Previously, Teijin Frontier addressed these issues by developing various stretch materials using SOLOTEXⓇ fiber, which is made from polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT) instead.

A sheath-core composite yarn with randomly sized crimps

In recent years, though, consumer demand has evolved beyond stretchability alone. Today there is growing interest in fabrics that offer novel textures and appearances, along with gentle-touch comfort. Existing SOLOTEX-based materials provide numerous benefits, but were not fully meeting these new expectations from consumers.

In response, Teijin Frontier leveraged its advanced PTT spinning and drawing technologies to develop an extra-fine side-by-side conjugate yarn that is produced by bonding two different PTT polymers in parallel. It features an extremely fine denier and strong, large crimp structure for excellent stretch performance. Using proprietary yarn processing techniques, this core yarn is combined with high-multifilament polyester fibers to create a sheath-core composite yarn with randomly sized crimps. When woven into a high-density textile, the result is a fabric with a natural, finely textured surface that delivers a light, airy texture and a soft feel—culminating in the creation of Teijin Frontier’s next-generation stretch fabric.

This next-generation stretch fabric offers the following key features:

  • Innovative Texture and Appearance: The contrast in crimp structures between the core and sheath yarns creates a natural, uneven surface with moderate firmness and drape.
  • Superior Comfort: The combination of multiple crimp structures provides a soft, airy sensation that feels almost weightless. The fabric also offers excellent moisture absorption and quick-drying properties, and its fine and uneven surface helps prevent stickiness during perspiration.
  • Environmental Consideration: The core yarn includes plant-derived raw materials, and the sheath yarn uses recycled polyester, making the next-generation stretch fabric an environmentally sustainable material.

Posted: June 23, 2025

Source: The Teijin Group

Interstoff Group Opts For Advanced Svegea Colarette Systems

STOCKHOLM, Sweden — June 23, 2025 — Svegea — a member of TMAS, the Swedish textile machinery association — has delivered no less than six of its EC 200 automatic collarette machines to the Bangladesh-based Interstoff Group in the past 12 months.

Interstoff, which belongs to the Pandughar Group, was founded in 2000 as a modest garment factory with just 62 sewing machines.

Svegea EC 200 system in situ at Interstoff Apparels.

Today its three divisions — Interstoff Apparels, Interstoff Clothing and South East Textile — have a combined workforce of over 10,000 people, producing around 72 million fully finished and packaged garments each year.

Recognition

Interstoff is further equipped with the very latest knitting and dyeing and finishing machinery sourced from Europe and Japan to enable a daily production capacity of 30,000 kg of fabrics. Through continuous innovation in yarns and processes, the company’s fabrics consistently earn recognition for their environmental responsibility and quality. Its fabric laboratory is certified by leading brands such as H&M, M&S, Sainsbury’s and Tesco.

Two Svegea collarette machines have now been commissioned at each of the three Interstoff divisions for the high speed production of tubular apparel components such as cuffs, collars and neck tapes.

Interstoff chose the EC 200 machines over the faster EC 300 model primarily because some of its fabrics include seams. The faster crush-cutting knife system in Svegea’s EC 300 series can struggle with multiple fabric layers or seams stitched with polyester thread, since it cuts by pressure rather than slicing. By contrast, the EC 200 uses scissor-action knives — two sharp circular blades with a slight overlap — which function like scissors and handle seams without issue.

The machines run directly from turntables at speeds of up to 40 meters per minute, depending on the fabric width, material properties and optimal settings. They are equipped with Svegea’s standard drive system in an electronic master/slave configuration. Each machine has been specially equipped with a third knife set, enabling the simultaneous cutting of up to three bands. This means that total output in linear meters per minute can be significantly higher when cutting multiple bands in parallel.

Efficiency and fabric savings

“Advances in automation continue to make the specialized, bespoke machines we engineer more efficient,” says Svegea Managing Director Håkan Steene. “We have enjoyed great success in Bangladesh over the past few years, working with our invaluable regional partner Tech Cell, and have established strong relationships with the leading integrated garment manufacturing operations in the country.”

“We have had a strong relationship with Svegea over the years and these machines are now helping us to significantly increase production as well as achieving fabric savings and being able to divert manpower to other areas of production,” adds Interstoff Apparels director Shaikh Mohammad Ilias.

“Many of the world’s leading fashion brands have chosen to establish operations in Bangladesh, drawn to the country’s efficiencies and highly integrated network of rapidly responding suppliers,” says TMAS Secretary General Therese Premler-Andersson. “Hoping to build on this success, the Bangladesh government has now initiated plans to achieve exports of ready-made garment worth $50 billion by as early as this year – and approaching $100 billion by 2030. Members of TMAS have been very active in the region recently, providing the latest tools for automating textile and garment manufacturing processes – driving both sustainability and competitiveness. TMAS members look forward to meeting up with new and existing customers at the forthcoming ITMA Asia exhibition in Singapore this October.”

Svegea will be demonstrating both semi- and fully-automatic cutting machines at ITMA Asia + CITME from October 28-31, at stand D109 in Hall 6.

Posted: June 23, 2025

Source: TMAS, The Swedish Textile Machinery Association

INDA Announces 2025 World Of Wipes Innovation Award® Finalists Recognizing Breakthroughs In Sustainable Wipe Technology

CARY, N.C. — June 23, 2025 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has announced that eco-friendly wipes developed by Cookware Care, Dude Products Inc., and Magnera have been selected as the finalists for the 2025 World of Wipes Innovation Award®, honoring advances in sustainable materials and next-generation wipe performance.

The three standout products competing for the award are Cookware Care’s Seasoning Wipes™, Dude Products’ DUDE Odor Destroyer XL Flushable Deodorant Wipes, and Magnera’s Sontara EC® Green Cotton.

The companies will showcase their products at the World of Wipes® (WOW) International Conference, July 21-24, at the Hilton Columbus Downtown in Columbus, Ohio. The winner will be announced during the closing session on July 24.

Presented annually, the World of Wipes Innovation Award recognizes breakthroughs in nonwoven product design and application. It celebrates innovation across the entire wipes supply chain, highlighting advancements in raw materials, fibers, technology, and functionality that enhance the utility and sustainability of nonwovens.

The 2025 Award finalists are:

  • Seasoning Wipes™ offer a simple, convenient, mess-free solution for maintaining cast iron and carbon steel cookware. Made from 100 percent viscose and infused through a proprietary process using a combination of non-petrochemical oils and beeswax, the formula contains no water, emulsifiers, or synthetic additives. The wipes streamline and simplify traditional maintenance with a cleaner, more consistent solution. Seasoning Wipes™ sets a new standard for cookware maintenance while expanding the possibilities of nonwovens beyond traditional applications.
  • DUDE Odor Destroyer XL Flushable Deodorant Wipes utilize powerful, long-lasting technology to capture and eliminate the compounds that cause body odor (including fecal odor), rather than just masking them. These wipes are proven to neutralize odor instantly and reduce it for up to 24 hours on skin, fabric, and in the air. Made with plant-based fibers, aloe vera, and vitamin E, the hypoallergenic wipes, infused with a sea mineral scent, redefine personal hygiene and modern cleanliness.
  • Sontara EC® Green Cotton wipes advance sustainable precision cleaning with natural pure performance. Made from a proprietary blend of 100 percent naturally derived, biodegradable fibers—including pure unbleached TruCotton™ and sustainably sourced wood pulp—these innovative nonwoven wipes deliver superior absorbency, low lint, and a visibly natural aesthetic, perfect for industrial and critical cleaning environments demanding both technical excellence and environmental responsibility.

INDA’s Technical Advisory Board selected the finalists for their creativity, distinctiveness, and technical excellence in advancing nonwoven applications across the value chain, including innovations in raw materials, roll goods, converting, packaging, active ingredients, binders, additives, and end-use performance.

Last year’s winner was Rockline Industries’ Facial Care Wipe with Glycine Amino Acid Complex, notable for its innovative use of multifunctional glycine ingredients that deliver skin benefits and enhance preservation for nonwovens, marking a significant advancement in skin care wipes.

For more information or to register for WOW 2025, visit www.worldofwipes.org.

Posted: June 23, 2025

Source: NDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

Global Textile Machinery Shipments Show Mixed Performance In 2024

ZÜRICH, Switzerland — June 20, 2025 — In 2024, global shipments of new short-staple spindles and open-end rotors decreased by 40 percent and 39 percent, respectively (year-on-year). Deliveries of long-staple spindles increased by 62 percent. The number of draw-texturing spindles improved by 77 percent and shipped shuttle-less looms grew by 32 percent. Shipments of large circular knitting machines deteriorated by 15 percent and shipped flat knitting machines registered a 16 percent increase. The sum of all deliveries in the finishing segment slightly rose by 6 percent.

These are the main results of the 47th annual International Textile Machinery Shipment Statistics (ITMSS) just released by the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF). The report covers six segments of textile machinery, namely spinning, draw-texturing, weaving, large circular knitting, flat knitting, and finishing. A summary of the findings for each category is presented below. The 2024 survey has been compiled in cooperation with more than 200 textile machinery manufacturers representing a comprehensive measure of world production.

Spinning Machinery

The total number of shipped short-staple spindles decreased by 3.8 million units in 2024 to a level of 5.92 million. Most of the new shipments went to Asia & Oceania (90 percent) where deliveries decreased by 36 percent compared to 2023. Shipment to Africa, Europe (incl. Türkiye), North and Central America decreased by 64 percent, 56 percent, and 90 percent, respectively. Deliveries only increased for destinations in South America (1.7 percent to 82.6 thousand) and Easter Europe (12 percent to 10.5 thousand). The six largest investors in the short-staple segment were China, India, Türkiye, Bangladesh, Egypt, and Indonesia.

Some 623,000 open-end rotors were shipped worldwide in 2024. This represents about 390,000 units less than recorded in 2023. 89 percent of global shipments went to Asia & Oceania where deliveries decreased by 35 percent to 557,000. China, India, and Türkiye were the world’s 3 largest investors in rotors but saw investments drop by 32 percent, 57 percent and 56 percent, respectively. Deliveries decreased in all major destination countries except for Vietnam and Bangladesh, the 4th and 6th largest destinations in 2024, where shipment rose by 214 percent and 44 percent compared to 2023.

Global shipments of long-staple (wool) spindles increased to 600,000 units in 2024 (60 percent). This positive effect was driven by a rise in deliveries to Asia and Oceania and Eastern Europe where 138,000 and 15,000 units were shipped, respectively. 40 percent of total deliveries were shipped to Iran, 30 percent to China, and 13 percent to Vietnam.

Texturing Machinery

Global shipments of single heater draw-texturing spindles (mainly used for polyamide filaments) increased by 95 percent from nearly 43,000 units in 2023 to 84,000 units in 2024. With a share of 98.5 percent, Asia & Oceania remained the strongest destination for single heater draw-texturing spindles in 2024. China, Vietnam, and India were the three main investors in this segment with shares of global deliveries of 95 percent, 1.01 percent, and 0.97 percent, respectively.

In the category of double heater draw-texturing spindles (mainly used for polyester filaments), global shipments increased by 80 percent to a level of 960,000 units. Asia’s share of worldwide shipments increased to 98 percent and China continued to be the world’s largest investor, accounting for 95 percent of global shipments.

Weaving Machinery

In 2024, global shipments of shuttle-less looms increased by 32 percent to 226,000 units. Deliveries in the categories “air-jet” and “water-jet” grew by 10 percent and 56 percent to 58,000 and 143,000 looms, respectively. The number of “rapier and projectile” looms dropped by 7 percent to 25,000 units. The main destination for shuttle-less looms was Asia & Oceania with 97 percent of worldwide deliveries. 97 percent, 87 percent, and 99 percent of global air-jet, rapier/projectile, and water-jet looms were shipped to the region, respectively. The main investor in all loom categories was China where shipment grew by 30 percent (air-jet), 38 percent (rapier and projectile) and 63 percent (water-jet).

Circular & Flat Knitting Machinery

Global shipments of large circular knitting machines decreased by 15 percent to 28,000 units in 2024. Asia & Oceania was the world’s leading investor in this category with 81 percent of global shipments. China was the favored destination with 45 percent of all deliveries (10,786 units), a decrease of 42 percent compared to 2023. India and Vietnam ranked second and third destinations with 3,899 and 2,559 shipped units, respectively.

The number of shipped electronic flat knitting machines increased by 16 percent to 135,000 machines in 2024. The growth was driven by Asia & Oceania which received 96 percent of world shipments. Deliveries to all other regions decreased. China remained the world’s largest investor with an 82-percent-share of total shipments.

Finishing Machinery

In the “fabrics continuous” segment, the number of shipped tenters increased by 22 percent from 1,833 units in 2023 to 2,230 units in 2024. This number includes an estimate for the total number of tenters shipped by companies which have not participated to the ITMF survey. Participating companies reported mixed results for all other machines in this category (between a decrease of 53 percent for Dyeing – Line, CPB and an increase of 390 percent for Dyeing – Line, Hotflue). In the “fabrics discontinuous” segment, the number of “jigger dyeing/beam dyeing” shipped in 2024 dropped by 44 percent to 371 units. Deliveries of “air jet dyeing” and “overflow dyeing” rose by 18 percent to 907 units and 5 percent to 2,221 units, respectively.

Posted: June 20, 2025

Source: International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF)

The Vietnam International Trade Fair For Apparel, Textiles And Textile Technologies 2026 (VIATT): Expanded Halls, New Product Zones — Unlocks Broader Opportunities

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam — June 19, 2025 — The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) is poised to return to the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) from February 26-28, 2026. Building on its second edition’s nearly 13-percent exhibitor growth, next year’s show floor will expand by 20 percent, from 15,000 to 18,000 square meters and cover the full area of Halls A and B. This includes new dedicated zones for apparel, fashion accessories, and textile chemicals and dyes, with the strategic growth underscoring Vietnam’s emergence as a vertically and horizontally integrated textile powerhouse.

Despite recent business challenges, the global industry still considers Vietnam a strategic, long-term market. The country’s signing of 17 new generation free trade agreements (FTAs) has further fuelled market and export diversification1, positioning VIATT as a pivotal platform for varied industry players to capitalize on Vietnam’s dynamic business landscape and foster international collaboration.

Wilmet Shea, general manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd., emphasized VIATT’s significance: “VIATT’s second edition marked a 30 percent increase in buyers’ internationality and a 10 percent rise in buyers overall, signifying the fair’s crucial role in advancing Vietnam’s textile industry. Next year’s expanded showcase and its trend-focused approach will enable suppliers across the textile spectrum, within fashion, home, and technical segments, to connect with leading global brands, supporting Vietnam’s shift from volume-driven exports to value-led innovative and sustainable manufacturing.”

VIATT 2026 will further solidify its position as Southeast Asia’s premier sourcing event by introducing specialized trend forums, sustainable textile showcases, and designer fashion shows. A key highlight will be the return of the Econogy Hub, dedicated to eco-friendly materials, sustainable production, and certification. Aligning with Vietnam’s goal of establishing a closed-loop textile economy by 2050, the platform spotlights innovations such as organic fibers, recycled synthetics, and low-impact dyeing technologies.

Complementing its sustainability initiatives, the fair will continue the development of its Innovation & Digital Solution Zone. This zone features cutting-edge technologies that optimize design, production, and supply chain management — from AI-driven prototyping to automation systems. These solutions empower Vietnam’s textile sector to upgrade operations and harness new market opportunities.

Apparel Fabrics & Fashion: sustainable growth engine

Vietnam is a powerhouse in the textile and garment sector, generating over $44 billion in 2024 and targeting $48 billion this year2, with apparel textile manufacturers now prioritizing sustainable fibres, innovative fabrics, and design-driven finished products. In line with this transformation, VIATT 2026 will expand its offering to finished apparel products to better serve fashion designers, as well as garment manufacturers. The category is set to include the debut Fashion Label Zone, showcasing boutique fashion houses, while the fair will also introduce a dedicated Fashion Accessories Zone for bags, footwear, jewellery, and more, likely to appeal to brands such as Tory Burch and Zara, notable buyers in the previous edition.

VIATT 2025 attracted other global brand buyers including American Eagle, Callaway, Club Monaco, Decathlon, J.Crew, Lululemon, M&S, Nike, Puma, Target, and Wacoal. Meanwhile, Southeast Asian buyers took advantage of the international products on offer. Reflecting on the region’s fashion potential, Bao Jia Cheng from Shaoxing Sunsmile Textile Co. Ltd., exhibiting at VIATT 2025, said: “We have brought fashion embroidery fabrics and polyester embroidery yarns, predominantly for stylish women’s wear. Southeast Asia is undoubtedly a key focal point for the future evolution of Asia-Pacific’s economy, and I regard this exhibition as a crucial avenue for penetrating the Southeast Asian market. l’ve seen a promising visitor flow and good quality customers, and notably met interested parties from Vietnam, Thailand, lndia, and other parts of the region.

Home & Contract Textiles: riding the urbanization wave

Vietnam’s home textile market is experiencing robust growth, driven by rising disposable income, urbanization, and changing consumer preferences. The market is projected to grow from around $3 billion in 2025 to nearly $4 billion by 20303. With many exhibitors at the fair aiming to leverage this growth, key product categories include bedding, bath linen, table linen, curtains, upholstery fabrics, and decorative textiles. The demand for these fabrics has drawn notable buyers such as IKEA, Muji, and Novotel to VIATT 2025.

Building on this momentum, the 2026 edition will feature enhanced displays of finished textile products for contract and residential applications, ranging from luxury bedding and curtains to contract-grade textiles for hotels and homes. Dennis Macharia, Sourcing – Home Textiles China from Maaron International Procurements, remarked when sourcing at last year’s fair: “We are a home textiles company managing American clients’ orders in China. There have been promising leads, especially Chinese suppliers who have already opened a good number of factories in Vietnam, and in India, Myanmar, and Indonesia. I have already found OEKO-TEX and BSCI certified suppliers at VIATT 2025, which are very important for our clients.”

Additionally, VIATT’s Econogy Check provides independent confirmation of eco-credentials, saving buyers time and resources while building trust across the supply chain. Exhibitors who pass the Check will be featured in the online directory, Econogy Finder, which helps buyers more easily identify exhibitors with sustainability certifications.

Technical Textiles & Technologies: innovation frontier

Driven by economic growth, adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, and supportive government policies, the global technical textiles market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2024 to 2032, reaching over $390 billion by 20324. Key segments include Clothtech (clothing), Indutech (industrial), Mobiltech (automotive), Medtech (medical textiles), Protech (protective wear), and smart textiles with moisture-wicking or UV-protection properties, many of which have been exhibited at the fair. Set to extend its technical scope, VIATT 2026 will introduce a dedicated Textile Chemicals & Dyes Zone, featuring additives for chemical recycling, fiber production, finishing & coating, pre-treatment, and weaving & knitting preparation; chemical dyes and pigments; and more.

The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (VIETRADE). For more details on this fair, please visit www.viatt.com.vn or contact viatt@hongkong.messefrankfurt.com.

VIATT 2026 will be held from February 26 – 28, 2026.

Other upcoming shows:

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Autumn Edition

  • August 20 – 22, 2025, Shanghai

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition / Yarn Expo Autumn

  • September 2 – 4, 2025, Shanghai

Cinte Techtextil China

  • September 3 – 5, 2025, Shanghai

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition / Yarn Expo Spring / Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Spring Edition

  • March 11 – 13, 2026 Shanghai

References:

1 “Vietnam seeks diversified markets through FTAs under US reciprocal tariff.” April 2025, VietnamPlus, https://bit.ly/4dJHmHg (Retrieved: June 2025)
2 “Vietnam’s garment-textile industry stitching a greener, smarter future.” March 2025, VietnamPlus, https://bit.ly/45CDhCt (Retrieved: June 2025)
3 “Vietnam home textile market – growth, trends and forecast (2025 – 2030)” March 2025, Taiwan News, https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6053376 (Retreived: June 2025)
4 “Technical textiles market to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period; increasing adoption of technical textiles among several industries to foster market growth.” February 2025, Fortune Business Insights, https://bit.ly/4dJj2oU (Retrieved: June 2025)

Posted: June 19, 2025

Source: Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd

East Providence Rhode Island Firefighters Receive Non-PFAS Turnout Gear

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. — June 18, 2025 — The East Providence Fire Department has become the first in the United States to purchase and use non-PFAS turnout gear department-wide — an industry milestone achieved through a collaborative partnership with protective gear manufacturer Fire-Dex and textile innovator Milliken & Company.

The gear, which includes Milliken Assure™ — North America’s first non-PFAS, non-halogenated flame-resistant moisture barrier — was purchased as part of a $658,000 investment by the City of East Providence. The delivery of 170 sets of turnout gear will provide all 125 full-time firefighters with a new set of turnout gear.

“This is about progress, partnership, and making deliberate decisions that reflect our department’s values,” said East Providence Fire Chief Michael Carey. “We’re proud to work with U.S. suppliers who share our vision and respond with innovation and accountability.”

The decision comes amid growing momentum around PFAS alternatives in firefighting gear across the country, including H.B. 5019, a Rhode Island bill that was signed into law on June 10, 2025 that prohibits the use of intentionally added PFAS in firefighter turnout gear sold or used in the state. The ban goes into effect on January 1, 2027.

“Fire-Dex and Milliken listened closely to what we wanted and worked with us every step of the way,” said East Providence Mayor Roberto DaSilva. “This gear delivery represents more than new uniforms — it represents a commitment to keep our firefighters protected when they put their lives in danger to keep our communities safe.”

The transition marks the culmination of a co-led effort that began in early 2024. The result is a complete turnout gear solution that does not rely on fluorinated chemistry across any of its three protective layers: outer shell, thermal liner, and moisture barrier.

While non-fluorinated fabrics have existed for outer shells and thermal liners, the moisture barrier has historically relied on fluorochemicals for repellency and pathogen resistance. The introduction of Assure™ in October 2024 made it possible for Fire-Dex to provide a solution where all three layers meet performance expectations without the use of PFAS chemistry. The gear went through rigorous performance and safety testing and is UL certified and meets the NFPA 1971-2018 standard.

Fire-Dex has provided turnout gear to East Providence firefighters for more than 20 years, growing into a trusted partnership rooted in respect and responsiveness to support firefighter safety. Strengthening the value chain, Milliken and Fire-Dex have maintained a decade of strategic collaboration that delivers innovation and advancement through U.S. research and manufacturing.

Posted: June 18, 2025

Source: Milliken & Company and Fire-Dex

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