Introducing its new wool-blend lamb's wool fabric, a revolutionary product that will transform your fashion experience. It understands that fashion is more than just appearance; it also involves comfort and quality. That's why it created this innovative product, designed to satisfy your needs for both style and comfort.

The first thing you'll notice about this amazing fabric is how it feels. Its wool-blend lamb's wool fabric is made from carefully selected wool, resulting in a remarkably soft, warm, and cozy material. When you wear our product, you'll enjoy unmatched comfort, whether it's the cold of winter or the cool of autumn.

Besides its exceptional softness and warmth, our wool-blend lamb's wool fabric also has a natural elegance. 

Its distinctive visual appeal and texture give you a unique style. It believes that its product will make you stand out in any situation, whether it's work or social, enhancing your fashion sense and sophistication.

But what really makes its wool-blend lamb's wool fabric special is its adaptability. Whether you love outdoor activities or casual sports, our product can suit your preferences. Sporty cardigans made from this fabric are not only comfortable but also stylish, keeping you lively in various settings.

ROICA™ by Asahi Kasei is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable stretch solutions for denimwear. The company's strategy is based on two key elements:

A strong focus on R&D to deliver innovative solutions with lower impact on people and the environment.

A consolidation of partnerships along the whole supply chain through concrete collaborations with companies sharing ROICA™'s values.

ROICA™ Advanced Sustainable Stretch Solutions

ROICA™ offers a range of advanced sustainable stretch solutions, including:

ROICA™ V550: A sustainable degradable yarn with a Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Material Health Certificate. It degrades under ISO 14855-1 tested by OWS decomposing into CO2 and water.

ROICA™ EF (Chlorine resistance version): A yarn made from 35% of in-house pre-consumer waste and offering better durability under chlorine conditions.

ROICA™ Leading Partners for Denimwear Featuring ROICA™ V550

ROICA™ partners with leading denimwear companies to develop and produce innovative and sustainable denim fabrics. Some examples include:

Artistic Milliners: Artistic Milliners is using ROICA™ V550 in its Earthcore line of fabrics, which are Ellen Mac Arthur Jeans Redesign-compliant and feature the company's proprietary Crystal Clear 2.0 dyeing tech enabling salt-free Sulphur overdying.

Candiani Denim: Candiani Denim is using ROICA™ V550 in its ReSolve collection of fabrics, which are blended with GOTS certified organic cotton/regenagri® certified regenerative cotton.

Prosperity Textile: Prosperity Textile is using ROICA™ V550 in its LEAVE NO TRACE line of fabrics, which are made from recycled cotton and designed to benefit universal design.

ROICA™ is committed to helping the denim industry achieve a more sustainable future. With its advanced technologies and strong partnerships, ROICA™ is playing a leading role in the development and production of innovative and sustainable denim fabrics.

TITAS, the 27th Taipei Innovative Textile Application Show, will be held at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1 in Taiwan from October 17th to October 19th, 2023. The event showcases the latest trends and developments in Taiwan’s textile industry, which focuses on innovation and sustainability as the key drivers for future growth.

TITAS features three main themes that reflect the industry’s vision and consumer needs: “Sustainability, Functional Applications, and Intelligent Manufacturing.” These themes highlight the textile sector’s dedication to research and innovation.

The Alliance of Sustainable Remodeling CFC (Carbon Fiber Composite) is a special initiative organized by the Taiwan Textile Research Institute (TTRI), in partnership with TaiFRP* and TTTA**. This initiative aims to promote the carbon fiber composite materials industry and create a network of local companies, research and development centers, and various industry applications. The event is held every season to support the expansion of the thermoplastic composites ecosystem and foster closer collaborations.

At TITAS, the initiative will present some of the cutting-edge solutions in biomaterial sourcing, low carbon emission, TPU fiber, natural fiber, and AI embroidery systems.

With its focus on innovation and sustainability, TITAS is a must-attend event for anyone involved in the textile industry. It provides an opportunity to learn about the latest trends and developments, see new products and technologies, and network with industry leaders.

MAS Holdings, a global apparel and textile manufacturing leader, has clinched the prestigious Clarivate South Asia Innovation Award for the third year in a row. This accolade, presented at the Mumbai Innovation Forum, underscores MAS' dedication to groundbreaking innovations and maintaining a robust intellectual property portfolio.

Ranil Vitarana, MAS Holdings' Chief Innovation Officer, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "This achievement is a testament to MAS’ commitment to both innovation and our valued customers' success."

This recognition solidifies MAS' position as a leading innovator, thanks in part to its innovation arm, Twinery. Twinery fosters a culture of innovation, uniting experts to tackle industry challenges. Product verticals Femography and Softmatter have redefined wearable technology and female health solutions, respectively. With 66 granted patents, Twinery's impact is evident, earning it the Fast Company Award for innovative workplace excellence.

MAS Holdings' consistent recognition in the South Asia Innovation Awards is a testament to its lasting contribution to the industry.

In a move set to revolutionize their production processes, Turkish ready-made garment manufacturer, Kardem, has adopted Coats Digital's FastReactPlan. This strategic decision aims to streamline manual planning methods and enhance production efficiency. By centralizing capacity planning data, Kardem intends to create a more systematic and agile approach to line scheduling, enabling them to respond swiftly to intricate, last-minute orders.

Kardem, a prominent player in Turkey's ready-made garment industry since 1990, specializes in high-volume, time-sensitive fashion garments for global brands such as INDITEX Group, LPP, Gina Tricot, and Ralph Lauren. With two factories in Turkey and Serbia, they produce an average of 1.8 million pieces each month and have earned recognition from Fortune and the Istanbul Chamber of Industry (ISO). Their commitment extends to industry associations such as Istanbul Textile & Apparel Exporter Associations (ITKIB) and the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ITO).

Ahmet Zeki Erdogan, General Manager and Owner of Kardem, explained, "FastReactPlan will provide the real-time data visibility we need to optimize capacity planning and production efficiencies, enabling us to enhance our customer service by delivering smaller and increasingly more complex orders quickly and on time."

Talip Demircioglu, Planning Manager at Kardem, added, "Thanks to FastReactPlan, we can ensure efficient planning of our internal and external capacities on a single platform, whilst instantly tracking our actual production activities at the same time."

The adoption of FastReactPlan will allow Kardem to overcome previous challenges in responding to production and capacity issues swiftly. Coats Digital, a renowned fashion technology company, aims to empower Kardem in achieving its sustainability and CSR targets while meeting growing customer demands for faster, diversified assortments.

Wesley Ekman, Global Sales Director at Coats Digital, highlighted the increasing interest among Turkish manufacturers in adopting technology for their digital transformation journeys, reflecting the highly competitive landscape. The partnership between Coats Digital and Kardem promises to usher in a new era of efficiency and agility in the global fashion supply chain.

Levi Strauss & Co has reported a remarkable 18 percent surge in revenue in the Asian market during the July-September quarter, highlighting India's pivotal role in this success story. 

The growth is attributed to the flourishing performance of the Levi's brand in India, solidifying the country's status as a significant growth opportunity for the company.

Asia also witnessed a notable expansion in Levi Strauss & Co's operating margin, which soared by 330 basis points, reaching 12.3 percent. President Michelle Gass and CFO Harmit Singh laud Levi's strong Asian market performance.

India, in particular, has emerged as a standout success for Levi's, with nearly a 50 percent revenue increase compared to pre-pandemic levels. It is now Levi's largest Asian market and the sixth-largest globally. 

This growth is attributed to strategic expansion by franchise partners, who capitalized on India's long-term potential. Levi's is not just a denim brand in India but a comprehensive lifestyle choice.

Levi's success story in India is driven by diverse product offerings, local product capabilities, global design influence, and successful brand-building efforts, including its partnership with Bollywood star Deepika Padukone. The company plans to replicate this strategy in other emerging Asian markets.

Levi's strong financial performance in Asia, coupled with its strategic focus on emerging markets, cements its position as a top consumer choice in the region.

KARL MAYER has unveiled a significantly upgraded version of its HKS 3-M ON tricot machine at ITMA 2023. The latest version combines maximum machine performance with state-of-the-art technologies, addressing the challenges faced by customers today.

Some of the key new features include:

Advanced Feeding Control (AFC): This new system allows for ultra-speedy multispeed operation, even when producing complex patterns with varying yarn consumption. At ITMA 2023, a prototype solution manufactured plisseé fabrics at an astounding 2,900 rpm.

Energy Data Ready option: This new feature provides customers with the hardware necessary to determine and monitor the energy consumption of their HKS 3-M ON machines. The data can be used to optimize energy management and reduce costs.

Precise Sinker Positioning adjustment mimic: This new feature makes it easy and precise to set the sinkers, even for inexperienced operators.

New Batching Device No. 55 X: This new batching device can roll, weigh, and document fabric, and can also generate a label with the determined weight and other useful data.

Direct Drive with Synchronous Motor: The HKS 3-M ON is now equipped with an economical direct drive system that can lead to electricity savings of up to 8%.

Improved ICS: The Integrated Camera System (ICS) has been optimized with a transmitted light set-up and a new background light, allowing it to monitor a wider range of fabrics without any set-up changes.

These new features and upgrades make the HKS 3-M ON the ideal choice for customers who are looking for a high-performance, energy-efficient, and easy-to-use tricot machine.

Schoeller Textil AG, a leading Swiss textile manufacturer, has launched its latest collection, FLEX SHIELD. The collection embodies the brand's essence of blending ultimate protection, comfort, and durability.

Modern lifestyles require more than just functionality. Consumers are seeking products that offer a perfect balance between protection and comfort. 

Schoeller Vision: Sustainably Enhance Quality of Life

"At Schoeller, we understand that protection and comfort are not mutually exclusive. Our FLEX SHIELD collection has been meticulously engineered to offer dynamic protection that moves with the body. Safety is essential, but it is equally important that the clothing allows for unrestricted movement," said Antonio Gatti Balsarri, Chief Commercial Officer at Schoeller Textil AG.

The Flex Shield Collection reflects Schoeller's commitment to creating textiles that empower individuals to embrace their activities with confidence, knowing their gear will not fail and is designed for challenging conditions.

One highlight is the schoeller®-ceraspaceTM technology, which owes its outstanding protective properties to a unique composition of special ceramic particles anchored in a polymer matrix. 

Designed to Last

Intelligent textile technologies, such as water- and dirt-repelling functions, improve fabric properties, while high-quality textiles have a longer service life and can remain in use for longer, helping to preserve the environment and save resources.

The dynamic FLEX SHIELD Collection will be unveiled at the upcoming A+A in Duesseldorf, scheduled for October 24-27, 2023.

Dune London, the London-born, globally worn brand, has launched its Autumn Winter ’23 collection, featuring a blend of trend-led and signature silhouettes. The collection features functional detailing, standout finishing touches, and bespoke elements, such as the interlocked DD branding, which features heavily in the AW23 range.

With a Blend of Trend-Led and Signature Silhouettes; This season's iconic premium profiles are crafted from the finest genuine leather and feature a fresh trim inspired by a nautical knot for a stylish touch. The collection also introduces a special edition vinyl collection with shimmering Aurora Borealis crystals, inspired by the Northern Light.

The new collection combines luxurious textures for standout style, with accessories featuring trend-led evening bags with diamante handles and Micro bags embracing style and versatility.

The new Men's range bridges the gap between casual and put-together with minimalist loafers, designed with a contrasting off white cup sole for a more modern and sportier look.

German textile care, fabric, and leather technology manufacturers saw sales increase 20% in real terms in the first eight months of 2023, with sales from Germany up 61% year-on-year and from abroad up 9%. However, new orders fell 17% short of the previous year's result in the same period, with orders from within Germany down 7% and orders from abroad down 20%.

German suppliers of laundry and dry-cleaning technology increased their exports by 2% to €239 million in the first seven months of 2023, with Poland, France, and the USA the most important export markets. German sewing and garment technology also saw exports rise by 3% to €247 million in the same period, with the most important customer markets being Italy, the USA, and France. 

Manufacturers of shoes and leather technology in Germany even recorded an increase of 19% to €37 million in the period January to July 2023, with the main customer countries being the USA, Mexico, and France.

Italian technology suppliers also reported growth in exports in all three sectors in 2022. Italian exports in the laundry and dry-cleaning technology sector increased by 2% to €442 million in 2022 and were primarily shipped to Turkey, Poland, and Bangladesh. 

Exports by Italian sewing and garment technology manufacturers also increased by 17% to €317 million in 2022. The main customer countries were Turkey, the USA, and Bangladesh. Italian shoes and leather technology suppliers increased their exports by 9% to €309 million in 2022, with the main customer countries being China, France, and Spain.

The mood among European textile care, fabric, and leather technology manufacturers is currently subdued, with the outlook uncertain, due to the tense geopolitical situation, ongoing labor shortage, and rising energy and primary product costs. 

However, the steady increase in customer demands for automation, digitization, and sustainability gives hope for a surge in investment and thus an improvement in the order situation.