25th Apr 2023
PFNonwovens has partnered with Borealis to enhance nonwoven production for the personal hygiene market by using Bornewables polypropylene resins. The raw material feedstock is derived entirely from waste and residue vegetable oil streams, reducing the eco-footprint. The renewable content is mass balance accredited under the ISCC Plus certification...
25th Apr 2023
P&G has reported a 4 per cent growth in Q3 FY23 net sales to $20.8 billion, with organic sales up 7 per cent. Diluted net earnings per share also increase by 3 per cent due to increased net sales, operating margin and a reduction in shares outstanding. P&G expects all-in sales to grow approximately 1 per cent and organic sales to grow 6 per cent for...
24th Apr 2023
India's National Technical Textiles Mission held a brainstorming session on growth opportunities in hometech and clothtech during the Saurashtra Tamil Sangamam in Rajkot, Gujarat. The event was attended by ministers Piyush Goyal and Darshana Vikram Jardosh along with industry leaders. The session focused on investment and export opportunities in the...
24th Apr 2023
Freudenberg has achieved a milestone in sustainable textile solutions with the introduction of the apparel industry's first biodegradable fusible cotton shirt interlinings range, named 46xx (42xx series in Asia). This innovative development demonstrates their commitment to reducing environmental impact and supporting customers in sustainability goals.
24th Apr 2023
Index23, the international nonwovens exhibition, was a resounding success with a strong global presence. The event featured 610 exhibitors from 43 countries showcasing their products, representing a significant increase in exhibitors compared to 2021. This surge in participation is a clear indication that the nonwovens industry is back in business.
24th Apr 2023
Aluula Composites & the UBC have joined forces to pioneer recycling applications for Aluula's cutting-edge high-performance composite materials based on ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene. Conventionally, composite materials are manufactured by bonding together different layers of core materials and outer films to make fabrics for various...
21st Apr 2023
Elkem will exhibit at Techtextil North America 2023, showcasing its silicone solutions for technical textiles. Elkem's Bluesil and Silbione coating solutions are versatile, easy to process, and provide dynamic performance features and durability. The event will be held in Atlanta from May 10-12, 2023, and Elkem will be exhibiting at booth number 2211.
21st Apr 2023
Technical Fibre Products (TFP) has announced the launch of Ecoveil, a new range of customisable nonwovens made from naturally derived or recycled fibres, including jute, recycled carbon, and bio-derived polyamide. The new nonwovens will be showcased at the upcoming JEC World event and are designed to provide high performance and sustainability.
21st Apr 2023
India has introduced new HSN codes for technical textiles items to be used for imports and exports, under the Import Policy in ITC (HS) 2022, Schedule 1. The Director General of Foreign Trade has notified 32 new HSN codes for technical textiles under various chapters of the schedule, in reference to the PU Scheme notified by the ministry of textiles.