fashion accessories news

13th Oct 2022

Yoona Digital, a female technology (femtech) company based in Indonesia, has launched Yoona All Night pads 36cm, adding to their three previous products: pantyliners, 24.5cm day pads, and 29cm night pads. Yoona uses 100 per cent organic materials that are chemical-free, thus ensuring comfort and health of women during their menstruation period.

11th Oct 2022

Thailand-based Cobra Advanced Composites, the automotive business of composite products manufacturer Cobra International, has launched a range of production-ready, flax fibre-based, visual finish components for OEMs of automobiles. The new natural fibre composite solutions offer a sustainable option compared to traditional carbon look visual components.

10th Oct 2022

Retroreflective materials manufacturer 3M has introduced the next generation of 3M Scotchlite Reflective Material Industrial Wash and Industrial Wash Flame Resistant Reflective Transfer Films, offering better wash durability. The new films are designed to increase longevity and reduce the cost of ownership for specifiers, certified to OEKO-TEX Standard ...

7th Oct 2022

American chemicals company FRX Innovations Inc and China’s Sichuan EM Technology Co Ltd have collaborated to develop the world’s first halogen-free inherent flame-retardant upholstery fabric solution capable of meeting the stringent British Fire Standard BS 5852; part 1 for furniture. The solution is environmentally sustainable and permanent.

6th Oct 2022

Nonwoven and engineered material companies have come together to demonstrate the industry’s commitment to reducing environmental impact and advancing sustainability. To highlight the successes, INDA is showcasing these advances and has invited several other industry players to contribute their sustainability accomplishments on a new website.

5th Oct 2022

Ahlstrom-Munksjo has started to operate under the business name Ahlstrom as of October 3, 2022. The company has completed the ownership reorganisation of its decor business and thus proceeded with its plan to change its name to Ahlstrom. The divested decor business continues as an independent company under the well-recognised Munksjo name.

4th Oct 2022

The Sri Lankan government recently initiated measures to waive off duties imposed on five imported raw materials for sanitary napkins produced in the country to make hygiene products more affordable for women and school girls, according to the Presidential Media Division. Tax concessions were announced for imported finished sanitary napkins as well.

4th Oct 2022

Japan-based textile industry company Toray Industries, Inc, has announced that it has developed a new variety of nonwoven material, Ultrasuede nu, which partially consists of 100 per cent plant-based polyester. All Nippon Airways Co, Ltd (ANA), will use the fabric for making the headrest covers of the ANA Green Jet from November this year.

3rd Oct 2022

Finland-based Suominen’s newest tri-layer nonwoven, Fibrella Strata, delivers an exceptional combination of strength and softness. Fibrella Strata is a premium product that can be used in various applications. Fibrella Strata’s composite structure has good dimensional stability, enabling efficient conversion compared to traditional spunlace products.