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U.S. Textile Leaders Urge Industry to Raise Voices NOW for Sake of Industry's Future - If you're a producer or supplier to the US textile and apparel industry, you know the sector in recent months has found itself in crisis mode --again. This is a Call to Action.

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Researchers develop new non-woven fabric made from fungus: 'It's kind of futuristic' - If you want your clothing and upholstery to be eco-friendly and not animal-based, you'll soon have a new option: fabric grown from fungus

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Smart fabrics testing and standards under development - While specialized markets such as military, medical and sports are all in for smart fabric, the lack of standards and reliability, along with the expense of e-textiles, have proven hurdles to commercializations..

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NAIST researchers develop CNT yarn for wearable devices - A research team has also been working on flexible wearable thermoelectric generators that produce electricity from body heat by sewing nanomaterial called carbon nanotubes (CNTs) into fabric.

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These sensors are as fine as spider's silk and can monitor human health - The sensors are 50 times thinner than human hair and so lightweight that the scientists were able to print the fibre directly onto a dandelion without it collapsing.

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Naturalmat mattresses made with recycled denim Naturalmat, based in the U.K., offers sustainably made mattresses and bed linens, utilizing materials such as coconut fibers and recycled denim. Read more…

Advancements in automotive textiles Sustainability goals and EVs are changing sourcing and production Read more…

KARL MAYER spotlights new warp knit applications for home textiles Knitted fabrics are among the most versatile materials in home textiles. Recent innovations include super-soft blankets with the look and feel of silk at the price of conven-tional midrange products. Read more…

Natural fabrics for aircraft The new range was developed to meet evolving aesthetic, technical and environmental requirements for transport fabrics, and it includes structured weaves and textural surfaces. Read more…

7 trends shaping polyester’s future Just because the synthetic can be used in a multitude of incredible ways doesn't mean it should be. Read more…

Test-tube textiles Biosynthetic fibers combine performance with sustainability. Read more…

NEWS RELEASES
DRYOUT® pioneers the future of moisture removal safeguarding electronics, defense & outdoor gear (1/15/26)

YKK Collaborates with Coloro to Deliver Data-Driven Color Feasibility for Zippers (1/14/26)

Archroma and HeiQ partner to bring revolutionary antimicrobial and odor-control solutions to textile industry (1/14/26)

COVATIONBIO ADVANCES STRATEGIC PORTFOLIO TO ACCELERATE NEW BIOMATERIALS INNOVATIONS (1/14/26)

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