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ITALIAN REVIEW + ITM 2024
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Italy remains an important market for Pakistan with billion dollar worth of exports during FY23
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Pakistan continues to enjoy growing bilateral trade relations with Italy
The trade relationship between Pakistan and Italy is not just thriving but is also pivotal to the growth and modernization of Pakistan’s textile industry. Italy, as one of the world’s leading economies and a top exporter of advanced textile machinery, plays a crucial role in supporting the technological advancement and competitiveness of Pakistan’s textile sector.
This longstanding relationship is reinforced by the deep ties between Pakistani textile manufacturers and Italian companies, many of which have contributed significantly to the modernization of Pakistan’s textile industry, particularly during its formative years. Notable Italian companies such as Marzoli, Savio, Ferraro, Brazzoli, Arioli, Loptex, Fadis, Bianco, and Itema have been instrumental in equipping Pakistan’s industry with the necessary machinery and expertise.
During the fiscal year 2022-23, Pakistan recorded a remarkable trade surplus with Italy, growing by 97.11% to $624.518 million. Pakistan’s exports to Italy rose to $1.151 billion, showcasing a steady growth of 5.88% despite the global economic downturn that saw overall exports from Pakistan decline.
Italy’s economy, the third largest in the Eurozone and the eighth largest globally by nominal GDP, remains a powerhouse in the textile machinery industry. In 2023, Italy’s exports of textile machinery, although slightly decreased by 14% compared to the previous year, still dominated global markets with a significant share in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The technological sophistication and sustainable innovations embedded in Italian textile machinery provide Pakistani manufacturers with the tools necessary to meet international standards and optimize production processes.
The partnership between Pakistan and Italy is mutually beneficial, with Italy’s high-quality, custom-made machinery supporting Pakistan’s efforts to modernize its textile production and compete globally. As Italy continues to focus on digitisation and sustainable technologies, Pakistan stands to benefit tremendously from these advancements, ensuring that our textile industry remains resilient and competitive in a rapidly changing global market.
Looking ahead, the trade relationship between Pakistan and Italy is poised to drive even greater collaboration. As both nations continue to innovate and adapt to global trends, the future of Pakistan’s textile industry looks promising, with Italy as a key partner in its success. The combination of Italy’s advanced machinery and Pakistan’s growing production capabilities creates a powerful synergy that will shape the future of textile trade between the two countries.
July 2024
1Pakistan's export sector showcased a robust performance during the first ten months of the current financial year (2023-24), with total exports amounting to $25.280 billion, reflecting a notable increase of 9.10 percent compared to the $23.171 billion recorded during the same period last year. This growth has been bolstered by significant contributions from various sectors and strategic export markets.
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In a meeting held earlier this month, Italy's Ambassador to Pakistan, Marilina Armellin, highlighted the potential for deepened collaboration between Italy and Pakistan in the textile, machinery, agri-
culture, and dairy sectors. The discussion took place with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, who warmly welcomed the Ambassador and praised the significant strides Pakistan has made in its economic landscape.
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Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan and All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA)
Patron-in-Chief Dr. Gohar
Ejaz awarded shields to participants from Uzbekistan in a knowledge-based exchange and training program on Saturday. The ceremony, held at the National Textile University (NTU) in Faisalabad, marked the culmination of a week-long initiative aimed at enhancing
Textile Briefs International
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The Bangladesh Textile Mill Association (BTMA) has issued a stark warning about the dire state of Bangladesh’s core textile industry, calling on the government to act urgently to prevent a potential collapse. As a crucial supplier to the country's readymade garment (RMG) sector, the backbone of Bangladesh’s economy, the textile industry is grappling with a series of challenges that threaten its viability.
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Steven Guilbeault, Canada’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, has announced a new consultation aimed at developing a roadmap to combat plastic waste and pollution originating from the textile and apparel sector. This initiative
the expertise of Uzbek textile professionals.
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The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (Aptma) has expressed grave concerns over the proposed Budget 2024-25, labeling it as highly regressive and detrimental to the textile sector and exports. Aptma warns that the budget's provisions could have severe repercussions on employment, external sector stability, and the overall economic and political stability of the country. Following a peak of $19.3 billion in textile exports in FY22, figures plummeted to approximately $16.5 billion in FY23, with monthly exports in FY24 consistently falling over $600 million below the installed capacity.
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In a joint effort to boost Pakistan's textile industry, the Swedish Embassy and Business Sweden, along with key industry players, are set to launch the Sustainable Textiles Platform. This initiative aims to integrate Swedish technology and innovation to support Pakistan’s textile sector in adopting sustainable practices. Pakistan's textile, garments, and apparel manufacturing sector is a cornerstone of its economy, contributing nearly 10% to the nation's GDP. However, the industry faces growing pressure to embrace eco-friendly practices to meet global market demands. As the industry strives to innovate and stay competitive, there is a critical need for standardizing sustainability practices across the sector.
is part of Canada's broader strategy to reduce plastic waste and enhance the circularity of the textile industry, ensuring that materials stay within the economy and out of the environment.
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EURATEX, in collaboration with COTANCE and CEC, recently hosted the TCLF SkillBridge Stakeholder Event, a significant milestone in fostering regional skills partnerships across Europe. This initiative, co-financed by the European Commission, aims to build and strengthen regional collaborations between the textile, clothing, leather, and footwear (TCLF) industries, local authorities, and educational institutions.
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Recent data from the Niryat Portal reveals a modest recovery in the
textile industry, with exports of readymade garments, cotton yarn, and fabrics totaling $17.9 billion between October 2023 and May 2024. This figure surpasses the $17.5 billion recorded for the same period last year, marking a welcome shift from the previous decline. Notably, cotton yarn exports surged by 51% in volume terms, driven by lower domestic cotton prices and a slight uptick in demand from US and European markets.
5Indonesia is taking decisive steps to protect its local textile industry from a surge of inexpensive imports from China. Local textile associations have urged the government to intervene as these imports are significantly harming their businesses. Budi Santoso, the
Trade Ministry's director-general of foreign trade, announced that the trade safeguards committee is currently investigating the issue. The government's response will be determined once the committee's report is finalized.
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Vietnam's textile and apparel sector is witnessing a remarkable surge in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), signaling a promising growth trajectory for the industry. In recent years, Vietnam has solidified its position as a major player in the global textile and apparel market, leveraging its unique strengths, including a skilled workforce, conducive business environment, and efficient supply chain infrastructure.
Textiles remained the cornerstone of Pakistan's export economy and Pakistan's Export Performance in FY 2023-24
Pakistan's export sector showcased a positive performance during the first ten months of the current financial year (2023-24), with total exports amounting to $25.280 billion, reflecting a notable increase of 9.10 percent compared to the $23.171 billion recorded during the same period last year. This growth has been bolstered by significant contributions from various sectors and strategic export markets.
The United States emerged as the leading export market for Pakistani goods, with exports totaling $4.3 billion. This was followed by China, which imported $2.2 billion worth of goods from Pakistan. The United Kingdom ranked third, with imports valued at $1.6 billion during the July-April period.
Other significant export markets included the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, Germany, and Spain, each surpassing the $1 billion mark in imports from Pakistan. Additionally, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Malaysia, and Belgium each imported over $500 million in Pakistani goods, underscoring the diversified nature of Pakistan’s export destinations.
Textiles remained the cornerstone of Pakistan's export economy, with earnings of $13.68 billion, making it the top export commodity. The agricultural and food products sector also showed strong performance, with exports totaling $6.5 billion. Other manufacturing products contributed nearly $2 billion to the export tally, reflecting the country's diverse industrial base.
Regionally, Asia was the largest market for Pakistani exports, with over $9 billion worth of goods exported in the first ten months of the fiscal year. The European market followed closely, importing $8.5 billion in Pakistani goods. The American market accounted for over $5 billion, while the African market imported around $2 billion worth of goods. The Oceania market, though smaller, imported $272 million in Pakistani goods, indicating Pakistan’s global reach.
In April 2024, Pakistan's exports experienced a year-on-year increase of 10.02 percent, recovering from a slowdown in the previous month. Export proceeds reached $2.35 billion in April, up from $2.14 billion in the corresponding month last year. Despite this yearly growth, there was a 9 percent month-on-month decline in exports.
Since December, export growth had consistently shown double-digit increases before slowing down in March, indicating a fluctuating yet generally positive trend.
This variability underscores the dynamic nature of global trade and the need for strategic adjustments to sustain growth.
According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Pakistan's exports are expected to continue their upward trajectory. The IMF projects that exports will increase from $30.84 billion in FY24 to $32.35 billion in FY25, and further to $34.68 billion in FY26, $37.25 billion in FY27, and $39.46 billion in FY28. These projections reflect confidence in Pakistan's ability to expand its export base and penetrate new markets.
Pakistan and Italy Eye Enhanced Cooperation in Key Economic Sectors
In a meeting held earlier this month, Italy's Ambassador to Pakistan, Marilina Armellin, highlighted the potential for deepened collaboration between Italy and Pakistan in the textile, machinery, agriculture, and dairy sectors. The discussion took place with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, who warmly welcomed the Ambassador and praised the significant strides Pakistan has made in its economic landscape.
Muhammad Aurangzeb; Finance Minister
Finance Minister Aurangzeb outlined several key achievements of the Pakistani government, including a reduction in the current account deficit, the globalization of currency, and the stock market reaching record highs. He also emphasized the successful completion of the nine-month Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Moreover, he mentioned ongoing negotiations with the IMF for a new, long-term program.
The Finance Minister discussed the government's strategic initiatives to broaden the tax base by targeting previously untaxed and under-taxed sectors. He also reiterated the commitment to privatizing various StateOwned Enterprises (SOEs), starting with Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and extending to major airports.
Minister Aurangzeb stressed that the government's policy reflects a strategic shift from aid to investment, signalling a new direction in Pakistan's economic strategy. He invited Italian investors to explore opportunities in Pakistan’s burgeoning IT and agriculture sectors, highlighting their immense potential.
Ambassador Armellin acknowledged the positive economic indicators and expressed appreciation for the upward trend in Pakistan's economy. She commended the government's efforts and expressed optimism about future collaborations.
Punjab Governor and APTMA Leadership honor Uzbek Textile Professionals in Knowledge Exchange Program
Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan and All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) Patron-in-Chief Dr. Gohar Ejaz awarded shields to participants from Uzbekistan in a knowledge-based exchange and training program on Saturday. The ceremony, held at the National Textile University (NTU) in Faisalabad, marked the culmination of a week-long initiative aimed at enhancing the expertise of Uzbek textile professionals.
In his address, Governor Khan lauded APTMA's leadership for orchestrating this training program, which brought together engineers, stakeholders, and industrialists from Uzbekistan's textile sector. He highlighted the program as a pivotal step in fostering international industrial collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Marilina Armellin; Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan
Sardar Saleem Haider Khan; Governor Punjab
Dr. Gohar Ejaz informed the governor that the training, conducted in collaboration with NTU, took place from May 15 to 18, 2024. The program aimed to empower Uzbek professionals with advanced knowledge in textile products, processes, marketing strategies, and compliance with GSP Plus obligations. Participants also toured leading industrial facilities in Faisalabad, including Crescent Textiles, Crescent Bahuman Ltd, Interloop, and Masood Textiles, as well as a state-of-the-art testing laboratory.
strategies were also key components of the training.
Dr. Gohar Ejaz emphasized that this training program underscores APTMA’s emergence as a global leader in the textile business. He noted that such initiatives not only enhance technical expertise but also foster stronger relations with brotherly countries, thereby creating a more business-friendly and positive image of Pakistan.
sector stability, and the overall economic and political stability of the country. Following a peak of $19.3 billion in textile exports in FY22, figures plummeted to approximately $16.5 billion in FY23, with monthly exports in FY24 consistently falling over $600 million below the installed capacity.
APTMA (North) Chairman Kamran Arshad explained that the training program was designed to improve the expertise and operational scope of Uzbek textile professionals. By covering critical aspects of the textile industry, the training emphasized the importance of staying competitive and relevant amidst rapid technological advancements and evolving trade regulations.
The training provided participants with essential knowledge and skills to navigate the challenges of the modern textile industry. With a focus on understanding the latest processes, products, and trade advantages, the program aimed to equip professionals with the tools necessary for business success in today’s dynamic market. Effective promotion and marketing
The event was attended by several senior executive members of APTMA, including S. M. Tanveer, Syed Ali Ahsan, Ahsan Bashir, Asad Shafi, Ahmed Shafi, Mian Ahsan, Shahid Sattar, and Mohammad Raza Baqir. Their presence underscored the association's commitment to international cooperation and industry advancement.
Aptma Raises Alarm Over Regressive Budget 2024-25 Impact on Textile Sector
The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (Aptma) has expressed grave concerns over the proposed Budget 2024-25, labeling it as highly regressive and detrimental to the textile sector and exports.
Aptma warns that the budget's provisions could have severe repercussions on employment, external
This significant decline alarms the urgent need for governmental intervention to support the sector. However, the budget has not introduced any measures to resolve the industrywide energy crisis. Grid power tariffs have surged to 16.4 cents/kWh, with an expected increase of another 2 cents/kWh following tariff rebasing in July, doubling the regional average. The cross-subsidy from industrial to other consumers is also set to rise from Rs240 billion to Rs380 billion, exacerbating financial strain on textile manufacturers and further eroding their competitiveness.
Aptma criticizes the budget's extremely regressive tax policies. The tax rate on exports has jumped from a 1% final tax regime to an overwhelming 29% on profits, alongside a 2% advance tax on export proceeds. This excessive taxation eliminates incentives for exportoriented activities and drains liquidity from the sector, as the 2% advance tax will absorb all liquidity from low-margin, high-volume industries like textiles.
The elimination of zero-rating for local supplies to export-oriented units will lead to a surge in intermediate input imports since exporters can use importfor-export schemes to import duty-free and sales tax-free inputs. This 18% sales
Dr. Gohar Ejaz; Patron In Chief – APTMA
S. M. Tanveer; Senior Executive Member – APTMA
tax plus turnover tax will further disadvantage local manufacturers already struggling with high energy costs. Local manufacturers of intermediate products like yarn and cloth have already lost competitiveness due to prohibitive energy prices, evidenced by a 600% increase in yarn imports between July 2023 and May 2024.
These measures will further erode their competitiveness, causing a significant reduction in domestic value addition in exports and deterioration of the trade balance. Persistent delays in the issuance of sales tax and other refunds have created a severe liquidity crisis within the industry. Despite regulations mandating automatic refunds within 72 hours, delays extend to several months, with many claims deferred indefinitely. Rising energy costs, high interest rates, and a dysfunctional sales tax refund mechanism have pushed many firms to the brink of bankruptcy.
The FY25 budget places additional strain on the industry’s liquidity without any measures to release the liquidity stuck in sales tax and other refunds for many months and years. The proposed budget contradicts the principles of efficient capital and investment allocation, as Pakistan’s corporate tax rates remain the highest in the region, dissuading investment in productive sectors and activities.
The failure to rationalize import duties on critical raw materials like Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) and Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) continues to benefit a single obsolete 30-year-old manufacturing facility at the cost of the entire sector’s export growth and diversification, maintaining an anti-export bias and hampering the competitiveness of the textile sector. With 60% of the basic industry already shut down and the remaining on the verge of closure, this budget will hasten the collapse of the textile sector and devastate the entire economy.
The textile sector, responsible for over 50% of export earnings and employing over 40% of the industrial labor force, is critical to Pakistan’s economic stability. The widespread closure of firms will significantly reduce export earnings, leading to an inability to meet import bills and external financing obligations,
increasing the risk of balance of payments crises and sovereign default. It will cause over 4 million workers in the textile sector to become unemployed, in addition to the millions who have already lost their jobs and livelihoods.
Reduced industrial activity will lower industrial power consumption, causing an increase in unutilized capacity payments and further raising power tariffs for all consumers. There would be severe deterioration in both foreign and domestic investment prospects, further destabilizing the external sector and overall economic growth for years to come. The Association urges the government to reconsider the FY25 budget and implement measures that address prohibitive energy costs, rationalize taxation, and provide a conducive business environment to avert an imminent collapse of the textile sector.
Swedish Embassy and Business Sweden to Launch Sustainable Textiles Platform for Pakistan's Textile Sector
In effort to boost Pakistan's textile industry, the Swedish Embassy and Business Sweden, along with key industry players, are set to launch the Sustainable Textiles Platform. This initiative aims to integrate Swedish technology and innovation to support Pakistan’s textile sector in adopting sustainable practices.
Pakistan's textile, garments, and apparel manufacturing sector is a cornerstone of its economy, contributing nearly 10% to the nation's GDP. However, the industry faces growing pressure to embrace eco-friendly practices to meet global market demands.
As the industry strives to innovate and stay competitive, there is a critical need for standardizing sustainability practices across the sector.
The Pakistani textile industry has been making progress towards environmental sustainability by focusing on renewable energy, advanced water management, and recycling. Despite these efforts, the lack of a unified standard for sustainability remains a significant challenge. This is where Swedish technology and innovation are poised to make a substantial impact.
By leveraging Swedish advancements, Pakistani manufacturers can enhance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and secure long-term economic benefits. The Sustainable Textiles Platform will explore how Swedish technology can drive sustainability and productivity in Pakistan’s textile sector, with a particular emphasis on circular economy principles, water treatment, and renewable energy.
The initiative will feature panel discussions highlighting the involvement of major Swedish textile buyers like IKEA and H&M, as well as technology providers such as Atlas Copco. These discussions will focus on key areas including circularity, water treatment, and the adoption of renewable energy.
The Sustainable Textile Platform event aims to bring together sourcing companies, producers, public sector decision-makers, and academia to drive positive change in the textile sector. By utilizing Swedish technology and innovation, the Pakistani textile industry can improve sustainability, productivity, and product quality, enhancing its global competitiveness.
BANGLADESH
BTMA Warns of Impending Collapse in Bangladesh’s Textile Industry, Urges Government Intervention
The Bangladesh Textile Mill Association (BTMA) has issued a stark warning about the dire state of Bangladesh’s core textile industry, calling on the government to act urgently to prevent a potential collapse. As a crucial supplier to the country's readymade garment (RMG) sector, the backbone of Bangladesh’s economy, the textile industry is grappling with a series of challenges that threaten its viability.
At a press conference in Dhaka, BTMA President Mohammad Ali Khokon highlighted several pressing issues affecting the industry, including gas supply problems, reduced export incentives, high interest rates, and concerns related to the Export Development Fund (EDF). The recent cut in export cash incentives is particularly concerning, threatening the US $22 billion invested in local textile manufacturing.
Khokon stressed that the reduction in incentives undermines Bangladesh's competitiveness on the global stage, especially against India, which continues to offer various incentives despite graduating from least-developed country (LDC) status in 2004.
He pointed out that numerous mills have already closed, with more potentially shutting down by next
December if the current conditions persist. “The gas crisis is a critical barrier for textile mills. Factories are struggling with inadequate gas pressure, which severely impacts their production capacity,” Khokon said.
The interlinked issues facing the textile sector—gas shortages, decreased EDF support, and rising loan rates—have significantly increased production costs. This has diminished Bangladesh’s competitive edge compared to regional competitors like India, which benefits from a devalued currency. The combined effect of these challenges has led to a reduction in manufacturing capacity, with many mills nearing permanent closure.
The BTMA warns that without immediate government intervention, this trend is likely to continue, further jeopardizing the future of Bangladesh’s vital textile industry.
CANADA
Canada Launches Consultation to Address Plastic Waste and Pollution from Textiles
Steven Guilbeault, Canada’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, has announced a new consultation aimed at developing a roadmap to combat plastic waste and pollution originating from the textile and apparel sector. This initiative is part of Canada's broader strategy to reduce plastic waste and enhance the circularity of the textile industry, ensuring that materials stay within the economy and out of the environment.
Textiles represent the fifth-largest category of plastic waste sent to Canadian landfills. Furthermore, synthetic clothing releases plastic microfibres during wear and washing, contributing to microplastic pollution. The consultation document proposes a waste-management strategy focused on keeping textiles and apparel in the circular economy through redesign, reduction, reuse, repair, and recycling, rather than relying on energy recovery and landfilling.
Canadians and other interested parties are invited to submit their feedback on the consultation document until September 1, 2024. This input will help shape a draft roadmap, which is expected to be published later this year.
Currently, textile collection and recycling in Canada are minimal, with
about 98 percent of plastic textile waste ending up in landfills. Each year, approximately 878 tonnes of microfibres from synthetic textiles are released into fresh and marine waters in Canada and the US. In 2020, around 290 kilotons of synthetic textile products, including polyester, nylon, PVC, and acrylic, were purchased in Canada, with roughly 280 kilotons discarded as waste, according to Statistics Canada.
Since 2018, the Canadian government has worked with organizations and stakeholders to advance research on microfibre pollution, assess waste reduction opportunities, and pilot recycling programs within the textile and apparel sector. The Federal Plastics Registry will gather data on plastic textiles, including quantities marketed and their end-of-life management. Collaborating with the sector to develop and implement effective solutions is crucial to Canada's ambitious plan for a circular economy for plastics.
"After hosting the fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee in Ottawa last April, we are more determined than ever to tackle plastic waste and pollution within Canada. We are now focused on preventing textile and apparel waste from ending up in landfills, being incinerated, or leaking into the environment. Addressing plastic waste across all sectors of our economy is essential to protecting the planet and building a greener, more sustainable future," said Steven Guilbeault.
EUROPEAN UNION
New programme to upskill EU textile industry
EURATEX, in collaboration with COTANCE and CEC, recently hosted the TCLF SkillBridge Stakeholder Event, a significant milestone in fostering regional skills partnerships across Europe. This initiative, co-financed by the European Commission, aims to build and strengthen regional collaborations between the textile, clothing, leather, and footwear (TCLF) industries, local authorities, and educational institutions.
The TCLF SkillBridge project is focused on up to 25 European regions
with a strong presence in the TCLF sectors. By creating tailored action plans for reskilling and upskilling, the project seeks to address the specific needs of each region. The initiative will facilitate partnerships, support community exchanges for knowledge sharing, and assist SMEs in adapting their workforce to meet evolving industry demands.
The TCLF SkillBridge project complements two other Erasmus+ initiatives, AEQUALIS4TCLF and METASKILLS4TCLF, creating a comprehensive suite of tools across the EU to tackle skills challenges within the industry.
During the event, stakeholders from the Emilia Romagna Region, ATEVAL, and Verband der Deutschen Lederindustrie e.V. shared their experiences with regional skills collaborations. An interactive session followed, where participants discussed strategies for establishing effective regional partnerships under the Pact for Skills.
Dirk Vantyghem, EURATEX Director General, expressed enthusiasm for the event, highlighting its importance in working closely with SMEs and understanding regional specifics. “This project underscores the need for regional engagement and aims to mobilize stakeholders to co-invest in their TCLF industries,” Vantyghem said.
Carmen Arias, Secretary General of the European Footwear Confederation (CEC), emphasized the role of education and training in aligning with regional
economic priorities. “By investing in education and training, policymakers can equip workers with the skills needed for the evolving labor market. We at CEC will continue to support these industries in building competitive advantages and enhancing their global positioning,” Arias noted.
Gustavo González-Quijano, Secretary General of COTANCE, highlighted COTANCE's role in the project, providing tailored mentorship to guide regional skills partnerships towards sustainable and competitive educational strategies. “Our goal is to drive the EU’s TCLF sectors towards a greener, more resilient, and innovative future. Through close collaboration with partners across Europe, we are committed to advancing these industries,” González-Quijano added.
INDIA
Textile Industry Shows Signs of Recovery as Domestic Demand Strengthens
Recent data from the Niryat Portal reveals a modest recovery in the textile industry, with exports of readymade garments, cotton yarn, and fabrics totaling $17.9 billion between October 2023 and May 2024. This figure surpasses the $17.5 billion recorded for the same period last year, marking a welcome shift from the previous decline. Notably, cotton yarn exports surged by 51% in volume terms, driven by lower
domestic cotton prices and a slight uptick in demand from US and European markets.
Despite these positive indicators, industry experts warn that this recovery may not be sustainable without supportive policies. An observer noted, “The current demand still lags behind pre-COVID levels. Moreover, recent increases in cotton prices have mitigated the advantages previously enjoyed by textile manufacturers.”
Bharat Boghra, Chairman of the Spinners Association (Gujarat), commented on the situation, stating, “India’s cotton production this year is superior to that of the US and Brazil. Combined with lower domestic cotton prices compared to international rates, this has stimulated strong demand for Indian cotton.” However, he also expressed caution: “Persistent geopolitical crises are influencing consumer behavior, leading to a shortterm increase in international demand. Yet, European and US importers are not maintaining significant inventories, resulting in a reduced order book cycle— from six months to three months.”
Ramakrishnan M, Managing Director of Primus Partners, highlighted ongoing challenges, saying, “The textile industry is showing some recovery signs with steady domestic demand, particularly due to the expansion of e-commerce in tier 2 and tier 3 regions. However, global unrest, increased production costs—primarily due to a 40-50% rise in freight charges—and inflationary pressures are likely to keep global demand flat or slightly decrease.”
Bhavin Parikh, MD & CEO of Globe Textiles India, noted that the "China+1" policy and changes in consumer behavior are aiding the industry’s revival. Yet, he pointed out that the industry’s short order book cycle reflects broader uncertainties about global economic growth.
In response to these challenges, newly appointed Textile Minister Giriraj Singh recently announced potential policy measures, including the inclusion of garments in the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme and the revival of the Scheme for Integrated Textile Parks (SITP). The minister has also set an ambitious target of $50 billion in textile shipments for the current year.
INDONESIA
Indonesia Moves to Shield Textile Industry from Chinese Imports
Indonesia is taking decisive steps to protect its local textile industry from a surge of inexpensive imports from China. Local textile associations have urged the government to intervene as these imports are significantly harming their businesses.
Budi Santoso, the Trade Ministry's director-general of foreign trade, announced that the trade safeguards committee is currently investigating the issue. The government's response will be determined once the committee's report is finalized.
Although the exact measures are still under consideration, there are indications that safeguard duties on some fabric products might be reinstated. These duties had expired in November 2022, but a recent statement from the head of fiscal policy at the finance ministry suggests they could be reintroduced.
Trade Minister Zulkifli Hasan added that Indonesia could impose tariffs of up to 200% on imports to protect local industries from the influx of cheap goods, particularly from countries like China.
This initiative aims to support Indonesia's textile industry, ensuring local businesses can compete more fairly against low-cost imports and maintain their economic stability.
VIETNAM
Vietnam's Textile and Apparel Industry Sees Renewed Foreign Investment Surge
Vietnam's textile and apparel sector is witnessing a remarkable surge in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), signaling a promising growth trajectory for the industry. In recent years, Vietnam has solidified its position as a major player in the global textile and apparel market, leveraging its unique strengths, including a skilled workforce, conducive business environment, and efficient supply chain infrastructure.
The resurgence of FDI underscores growing investor confidence in Vietnam’s economic stability and potential for sustained growth. With global demand for textiles and apparel on the rise, especially in key markets such as the United States and Europe, Vietnam is increasingly recognized as a strategic manufacturing hub.
Several factors contribute to Vietnam’s appeal as an investment destination for textile and apparel companies. The country benefits from preferential trade agreements like the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the European UnionVietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), offering tariff advantages and enhanced market access.
Moreover, Vietnam's proactive efforts to streamline business regulations and improve infrastructure have bolstered its global competitiveness. Government support for industry-specific initiatives, such as the development of industrial zones and investment incentives, has further stimulated FDI inflows into the sector.
In response to changing consumer preferences and sustainability imperatives, Vietnamese textile and apparel manufacturers are embracing technological innovations and ecofriendly practices. This commitment to innovation and sustainability enhances Vietnam’s reputation as a reliable and environmentally responsible sourcing destination for global brands and retailers.
UZBEKISTAN
Uzbekistan's Textile Exports Reach $1.29 Billion in Early 2024
In the period from January to May 2024, Uzbekistan's textile exports totaled $1.29 billion, representing 11.8% of the country's total export volume. This marks a 0.5% increase compared to the same period in 2023. The rise in textile exports is largely attributed to ongoing reforms aimed at shifting from raw cotton
production to more value-added finished goods, as reported by the Statistics Agency.
A closer look at the export structure reveals that yarn continues to dominate, making up 46.8% of the total textile exports. Finished textile products follow with a 37.6% share. Specifically, yarn exports reached $602 million, an increase from $529 million in the previous year. In contrast, exports of finished textile products totaled $483 million, down from $517 million. Other categories, such as knitted products and fabrics, also experienced declines, with knitted products exporting $119 million (down from $136 million) and fabrics totaling
$64 million (down from $74 million). Socks and canvas products saw a drop to $18 million from $23 million.
The growth in textile exports is attributed to the adoption of new production technologies, the modernization of equipment, and the implementation of quality management systems. Notably, textile exports surpassed $1 billion in the first four months of 2024, reflecting a 1.4% increase compared to the same period in 2023. The period from January to May 2024 saw a significant 29% rise in textile exports compared to the January-April 2024 figures.
Loepfe’s YarnMaster ZENIT+ and PRISMA has been pivotal in Gadoon's operational triumph
Pakistani cotton poses a processing challenge for many spinning mills. One of the reasons for this is an increased occurrence of foreign fibers, especially polypropylene (PP) defects. This reduces either the quality of the yarn produced by the processing spinning mill or the machine efficiency. Both have a negative impact on the spinning mill's profit.
Gadoon Textile Mills, a pioneer in Pakistan's textile industry, has harnessed cutting-edge technology to produce superior quality yarns using the nation's own cotton resources. Despite the growing presence of foreign fibers and PP defects in Pakistani cotton, Gadoon consistently delivers the required yarn quality without compromising their machinery's performance. With cotton prices on the rise, the company has leveraged the relatively lower cost of Pakistani cotton to its advantage, boosting profit margins by optimizing local resources. The adoption of Loepfe's advanced quality control sensors, namely the YarnMaster ZENIT+ and PRISMA with specialized PP-sensor, has been pivotal in Gadoon's operational triumph.
This sensor exhibits exceptional accuracy in detecting PP defects by mastering the triboelectric effect, ensuring only the most precise and necessary removal of contaminants. Even with an increased cutting rate implemented to preserve the desired yarn quality, the Loepfe sensors compensate effectively with an innovative organic matter filtering system. This strategic
“The adoption of Loepfe's advanced quality control sensors, namely the YarnMaster ZENIT+ and PRISMA with specialized PP-sensor, has been pivotal in Gadoon's operational triumph.”
Mr. Tahir Saleem
Executive Director
approach guarantees top-notch yarn output while maintaining consistent efficiency on their winding machines.
Regular software updates further contribute to continuous improvements, including reduced yarn waste and overall production efficiency. The unique features of Loepfe's technology, such as RGB technology, clever organic filtering, color mapping, automatic removal of offstandard bobbins, and smart threshold-based alarm functions, have played a crucial role in Gadoon's success.
The implementation has not only addressed existing challenges but also positioned Gadoon Textile Mills as a leader in the textile industry, delivering high-quality yarn and meeting the evolving needs of its customers.
Gadoon Textile Mills, part of the YB Group, is a leading yarn manufacturer and exporter in Pakistan and is relying on Loepfe’s yarn monitoring system YarnMaster PRISMA. The company operates as an integrated spinner, managing both spinning facilities and setups for knitted and woven fabrics, including dyeing and fashioned knitwear. Catering to the B2B market for fashion knitwear and home textile manufacturers, Gadoon produces a wide range of yarns, from Ne 10 to Ne 60, with the primary counts falling between Ne 20 to Ne 40. Utilizing ring compact and open-end technologies for yarn manufacturing, the company employs both natural fibers like cotton and manmade fibers such as polyester and viscose.
About Gadoon Textile Mills
Active Apparel Group Commits to Decarbonization Program, Addresses Challenge for Brands to Manage Scope 3 Emissions
Embedding environmental impact management within its operations, AAG commits to a long-term industry-wide focus on a decarbonized future
Manufacturer of activewear and swimwear, Active Apparel Group (AAG), has committed to a structured approach in reducing its environmental impact across its global operations through an Environmental Management System (EMS). The EMS, built using the ISO14001 Standard Framework, incorporates key environmental policy commitments and has set targets and strategies to reduce the carbon footprint of its operations across China, Australia and USA.
Through a third-party audit of its greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), AAG has identified the following areas of focus to reduce impacts:
Reduction in Scope 1 energy use
Reduction in air freight
Reduction in water usage across the business
Ongoing collection and management of production waste
Increased use of sustainable materials
Continued collection of GHG data for ongoing improvement
“AAG has set time-bound and measurable goals in our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint,” said Daniel Hawker, CEO of AAG. “We know the majority of the fashion industry’s emissions occur in the supply chain. As manufacturers, we take on this responsibility - we want to not only reduce our own operational emissions but enable our customers to understand and manage their own Scope 3 emissions.”
“We want to be part of the solution in moving the industry towards a decarbonized future,” said Hawker.
AAG’s EMS is designed to be embedded within the operations of the business, with functional ownership of
targets established and education of the team prioritized, to deliver results on reducing environmental impact. Quarterly reporting of its progress is communicated to stakeholders and reviewed by the company’s Board of Directors. The Environmental Policy can be found on the company website.
The EMS is part of AAG’s ongoing Responsible Business Strategy - a company-wide commitment to driving continuous improvement across the areas of Governance, Social and Environmental impact. Other initiatives include Living Wage Audit by Bureau Veritas (AAG pays 100% Living Wage); Materiality Assessment; Supply Chain Traceability Project; Circularity and Waste Management along with annual thirdparty audits - SMETA, Gold WRAP, Supplier Qualification Program and its Modern Slavery Statement.
About Active Apparel Group:
Active Apparel Group (AAG) offers strategic end-to-end solutions in the sourcing, development, production, and distribution of apparel products. Known for impeccable craftsmanship, AAG customers receive the benefit of over 35 years of deep technical expertise in performance textile development, garment engineering, design, and manufacturing. With a comprehensive network that reaches from Asia to Europe, AAG sources fabric from some of the world’s leading textile suppliers. Our factory features a market-leading seamsealing, bonding, printing, and embellishment department that produces some of the most technically advanced performance and swimwear garments in the world.
The diverse textile flavours of South Asia
The textile industry has been critical to the economies of the major South Asian countries – Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka – directly or indirectly employing some 75 million people.
While the four countries all have highly vertical operations and are generally in active competition with each other, it is noticeable that each nation has developed its own unique areas of specialism.
Rising in RMGs
In terms of growth, the textile and apparel sector of Bangladesh has risen from just a handful of manufacturers to over 6,000 factories in just three decades and is now the world’s second largest exporter of readymade garments (RMGs) behind only China.
Many of the world’s leading fashion brands have chosen to establish operations in Bangladesh, including Gap, H&M, Levi’s, Puma and Zara, drawn to the country’s efficiencies and highly integrated network of rapidly responding suppliers. The government has further initiated plans to achieve exports of RMGs worth US$50 billion by 2025 and approaching US$100 billion by 2030.
To realise this, the reinforcement of a textile manufacturing backbone will become increasingly crucial, and investment in the advanced technologies to be showcased at ITMA ASIA + CITME, Singapore next year will be vital to ensuring the Bangladesh industry continues to grow sustainably.
Nonwovens boom
India’s long-established textile and apparel industry is already estimated to have an annual value of around US$165 billion and to be on course to reach US$350 billion by 2030, according to a FICCIWazir Advisors report, driven by a strong focus in areas such as technical textiles, home furnishings and specialised fabrics.
The growth of India’s nonwovens industry, for example, has been nothing short of astonishing.
The production of nonwovens and the consumption of products made from them – especially absorbent hygiene products (AHPs) and disposable wipes –has always grown alongside populations and the rising prosperity of a country; right now, it looks like it is India’s turn.
Nonwovens production in India has already grown by over 50% in the past five years, according to BCH, the New Delhi-based consultancy, from 410,000 tons in 2017 to 874,000 tons in 2022. Most notably this new capacity is going to the AHPs market, for which nonwovens production has rocketed from 16,600 tons to 84,395 tons over the same period.
Distinguished by denim
Pakistan meanwhile has a notable number of highly integrated specialists in the production of denim fabrics, mainly located in the regions around its major cities of Karachi and Lahore. These companies are huge employers, with an operation such as Soorty, for example, employing some 22,000 people across its textile and garment operations.
All of Pakistan’s major denim manufacturers work closely with the leading European, US and Japanese designers and fibre manufacturers and are equipped with the latest technology and the flexibility to ensure that once a new trend emerges, they can jump on it extremely rapidly.
The branding and marketing of Pakistan’s denim leaders is extremely
sophisticated and sustainable credentials are almost uniform, taking in the use of Better Cotton Initiative cotton and recycled PET, extreme efficiency in water, chemicals and energy usage, garment finishing with laser and ozone and much more.
Responsible apparel
Sustainable manufacturing has been embraced by Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel industry in order to stay ahead of the competition, with initiatives ranging from LEED building certifications and netzero carbon emitting factories to the recycling of ocean plastic waste into clothing.
A flagship project currently underway is the Eravur Fabric Park. The 300-acre fabric park has a focus on sustainable textile manufacturing and is on course to attract approximately US$300 million in new investment. Purpose-built with the most advanced technology to promote efficiency in energy and water consumption, it has additional infrastructure for recycling and recovering water used in production.
“Sri Lanka has always remained ahead of the curve in identifying the needs of the industry and where it is headed,” says Jeevith Senaratne, treasurer of the Sri Lanka Apparel Exporters Association (SLAEA). “In recent years there has been increased demand for greater responsibility from apparel manufacturers and our industry is continually innovating to be ahead of the game as a sustainable manufacturing destination.”
Jeanologia receives the ‘Cristobal Balenciaga’ award from the Spanish Fashion Academy
The Spanish company has been distinguished as the Best Business Project.
Spanish fashion industry professionals recognize Jeanologia’s leadership in transforming the global textile industry towards more sustainable practices.
“We develop technologies that enable designers to create beauty while taking care of the planet. This will shape the future of fashion,” explains Enrique Silla, CEO and founder of Jeanologia.
Jeanologia has been honored with the title of 'Best Business Project' in the inaugural edition of the Spanish Fashion Academy Awards, aimed at recognizing and highlighting the key players in the Spanish fashion industry.
At an emotionally charged gala celebrating Spanish talent, Jeanologia emerged as a leading authority in sustainability and technology applied to fashion. Over the past three decades, this Spanish company has revolutionized the textile industry with its innovative technologies, significantly improving textile production efficiency and reducing environmental impact by drastically reducing water and energy consumption and eliminating the use of harmful chemicals.
The accolade from the Spanish Fashion Academy acknowledges Jeanologia's global vision and leadership, as well as its ability to catalyze positive change in the global fashion industry. Chosen from over 400 contenders and endorsed by the votes of 129 distinguished founding academics, the award reflects unanimous recognition of Jeanologia's influence in the sector.
The award ceremony, held on Thursday, June 13, at Madrid's Teatro Fernán Gómez Centro Cultural de la Villa, attracted prominent figures from the Spanish fashion scene and marked a significant moment in Spanish fashion, paying homage to the legacy of Cristóbal
Balenciaga, a pivotal figure who would have turned 129 in 2024.
Enrique Silla, CEO and founder of Jeanologia, graciously accepted the award statuette, a design by Helena Rohner inspired by Balenciaga's iconic headdress¬. He expressed his special gratitude as it pays tribute to what he described as "the giant of twentieth-century global fashion and the most influential figure in Spanish fashion." Silla echoed Balenciaga's ethos, highlighting fashion as an expression of beauty and art, but also of effort, innovation, and passion for detail. “The way a product is made is part of its DNA and cannot be beautiful if it is made in a contaminating manner. Jeanologia develops technologies that enable designers to create beauty while taking care of the planet. This will shape the future of fashion,“ he added.
The founder of Jeanologia also highlighted Spain's role as a global leader in sustainable technologies for fashion and thanked the Academy for its contribution in giving visibility with this award to the team of over 200 'Jeanologists' spread around the world and, by extension, to the engineers and technologists who are behind the scenes of Spanish fashion. "Fashion, planet, and science come together today thanks to the Spanish Fashion Academy," concluded Enrique Silla.
With this award, Jeanologia celebrates its past achievements, while never losing sight of a future where fashion is synonymous with beauty, innovation, and responsibility.
Jeanologia: over 25 years transforming the textile industry
Since 1994, Jeanologia's mission has been to create an ethical, sustainable, and
eco-efficient textile industry. The company works closely with brands, retailers, and their suppliers on their transformative journey, offering disruptive technologies, innovative software, and a new operational model. Its revolutionary solutions, such as laser technology, G2 ozone, Dancing Box, e-flow, and H2Zero, have revolutionized the textile sector, offering unlimited design and finishing possibilities. These advances not only reduce costs but also save water, energy, and chemicals, ensuring zero pollution.
In 2024, Jeanologia celebrates the 25th anniversary of its pioneering laser technology, launched in 1999, which revolutionized denim finishing by replacing harmful practices and eliminating the use of harmful substances. With the same purpose, Jeanologia now faces the dual challenge of reducing the environmental impact of garment dyeing processes—one of the most polluting in the industry—through its revolutionary ColorBox technology and implementing its ATMOS ozone washing process as the reference technique for eco-efficient denim aging.
Hailin Xu appointed new CEO of the Saurer Group
Hailin Xu will become the CEO of the Saurer Group, succeeding Dr. Uwe Rondé, who is leaving the company at his request.
Hailin Xu joined the Saurer Group in 2018 as Senior Vice President and Managing Director of the Global Open End Product Line.
Born in China and now a Swiss citizen, he brings extensive management experience and high intercultural expertise. Hailin Xu holds a degree from the Faculty of Chemical Engineering at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China. He also has a Master's degree from the China Institute of Atomic Energy and a Master's in Business Administration from Lancaster University in the UK and the University of St. Gallen in Switzerland.
Before joining Saurer, Hailin Xu worked for the ABB Group in Switzerland
from 2008 to 2018, serving as Vice President of Global Supply Chain for the Transformer Division.
"Given the drastic changes in the world and the many challenges and opportunities Saurer is facing, we are very pleased that with Hailin Xu we have been able to attract an internationally experienced manager with extensive knowledge in the strategic direction of the product and service business," says Xueping Pan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saurer Group. "He also deeply understands Eastern and Western cultures, enabling him to promote synergies even better."
For personal reasons, Dr Uwe Rondé has resigned from his positions as Group CEO, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, and other related positions. The Supervisory Board would like to thank Dr. Uwe Rondé for his great contribution to
the company's development during his tenure.
About Saurer Group
The Saurer Group was founded in Switzerland in 1853 and is today a globally active technology company for machines and components for yarn production in the textile and technical sectors. As a traditional company, Saurer has always been an innovation leader. In 2024, the Saurer Group employs around 3,150 people and maintains a presence in 13 countries. It offers its customers a wide range of system solutions and services that support them on their path to sustainability, digitalisation, and automation. This underlines Saurer's commitment to playing a key role in shaping the transformation of the textile industry. Saurer is listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (WKN: 600545).
Dyes and Chemicals
Beaulieu Technical Textiles unveils the latest trends in woven ground covers for all containerfields at GreenTech Amsterdam 2024
As thousands of horticultural industry representatives gather in Amsterdam for this year’s GreenTech Event, Beaulieu Technical Textiles is presenting its re-designed range of weed control ground covers, setting a new sustainability benchmark in the industry.
RECOVER is Beaulieu’s most durable weed control ground cover that has been re-designed with recycled content to meet new criteria for durability and longevity, as well as offering customers a more sustainable solution for containerfields. Post industrial waste is added during the production process, creating a CO2 reduction.
Also new at this year’s number one horticultural technology event in the Netherlands, where water conservation is a key theme, is Beaulieu’s RECOVER PRO ground cover which helps nurseries to improve water management, promote healthier plants, reduce disease and adopt more sustainable horticultural practices.
RECOVER PRO, designed specifically for lava-containerfields which leverage the unique properties of natural volcanic lava rock, offers a 37% carbon saving, 40% recycled content, the guarantee of
900 kLy UV protection, a ten-year lifespan, high resistance to mechanical stress and optimal, environmentally friendly weed control.
“Horticultural professionals around the world rely on our agrotextiles for quality and sustainability and Beaulieu’s RECOVER range delivers best-in-class performance on both fronts. These ground covers are the premium choice for all professional containerfields to create the optimal growing conditions for plants,” said Maarten Balcaen, Beaulieu
Technical Textiles Sales Manager for Agrotextiles.
Beaulieu Technical Textiles is the leading manufacturer of woven technical fabrics for the horticultural and landscaping industries in Europe and continually improves its solutions through R&D partnerships with agronomy experts and research institutions. Visitors to GreenTech will discover Beaulieu’s extensive range of ground covers for all container fields and our solutions in climate control, growth stimulation and weed control.
“Our ground covers are long-lasting thanks to their high UV stability, and this means that customers are able to postpone replacement investments for longer. The CO2 savings of our solutions are also becoming increasingly important as ground cover is a part of the carbon calculation for new nursery installations. This makes Beaulieu’s solutions a winwin,” concluded Balcaen.
Find Beaulieu Technical Textiles at Stand 05.400VF at GreenTech Amsterdam 2024, 11-13 June at RAI Amsterdam.
Archroma introduces Color Management+ to elevate color development and execution for more sustainable textiles and fashion
“Planet Conscious” approach to color from inspiration to execution
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today introduced COLOR MANAGEMENT+, an enhanced color design and development solution that helps textile and fashion brands and mills work together for improved economic and environmental sustainability.
Archroma Color Management+ incorporates the industry’s largest off-theshelf color atlas selection, market-leading design tools and customized services for fast color selection and creation. It combines these with engineered color standards created with Archroma’s Super Systems+ for reduced environmental impact and consistent and accurate color reproduction.
With these end-to-end capabilities, brands and designers can focus on their color inspiration and on the required functionality and sustainability for their end article, with the assurance that their inspiration can be precisely communicated and efficiently executed at the mill.
“Selecting the perfect color is a vital part of the creation of textiles and fashion, but it is not simple. Beyond aesthetics and consumer appeal, today’s designers also have to consider fastness performance, eco-compliance, color consistency and resource efficiency,” Chris Hipps, Global Head of Archroma Color Management, said. “Archroma’s COLOR MANAGEMENT+ builds these considerations into engineered color standards and provides the recipes and references that colorists and technical specialists need to bring colors to life in economical and resource efficient bulk production.”
Within Color Management+, the Color Atlas by Archroma® offers access to a collection of more than 5,700 unique colors for cotton, polyester and blends, both as a physical library and searchable online library. Designers also have the option to create custom colors.
Most importantly, achievability criteria are available for each color standard, whether in the Color Atlas or provided as an Engineered Color, at the selection phase. This includes information about the technical and economic feasibility of the selected color, along with a commitment to sustainability build on the foundation of the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC)
Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL) Level 3.
The COLOR MANAGEMENT+ color standards provide clear color communication to mill colorists, textile technologists and quality control specialists, helping them deliver the right color faster and achieving reproducible colors across countries and mills. Clear communications can also eliminate excessive lab dipping, shorten approval times and improve first-time-approval rates.
The color standards in COLOR MANAGEMENT+ are created with Archroma’s powerful Super Systems+ solutions for bulk production in mind. Offering end article-specific processing solutions, durable colors and intelligent effects, the Super Systems+ suite allows brands to achieve measurable environmental impact, eliminate harmful or regulated chemicals, and add value and longevity to the end product.
The solution is further supported Archroma’s ONE WAY+ Impact Calculator and Sustainability Improvement Program (SIP), and SAFE EDGE+ compliance-data platform. Global technical support is provided to help the supply chain deliver the right colors with consistency and reduced environmental impact.
Archroma’s COLOR MANAGEMENT+ is a core pillar of the company’s “Planet Conscious+” vision. With the industry’s most extensive product portfolio and a comprehensive global footprint, Archroma has the expertise and drive to accelerate the textile and fashion industry’s transition to the most sustainable processes and lead it towards a more sustainable future.
Dyes and Chemicals
CHT Group: Smart Chemistry for Next-Gen Biodegradable Polyester
The partnership between CHT and OceanSafe highlights a shared dedication to promoting sustainable practices in the textile industry. This collaboration is well-positioned to assist companies in meeting their sustainability objectives and driving positive change by providing innovative solutions for dyeing and finishing of textiles made from biodegradable polyester.
COOLDYE by CHT is designed for lower temperature dyeing of all types of PES fibers (virgin, recycled, and biodegradable). The application of CHT’s COOLDYE dyeing process to the nextgen biodegradable polyester, naNea by OceanSafe, can efficiently help reduce the dyeing temperature, leading to savings in energy and time. The dyeing process of naNea is carried out at 110 °C, which is comparatively 20 °C lower than that of standard PES.
The COOLDYE system combines the soy-based leveling agent SARABID TS
300 and the sugar-based reducing agent REDULIT GIN to ensure a sustainable dyeing process. Both dyeing auxiliaries are biodegradable and meet the highest level of ecological requirements. The COOLDYE system is complemented by CHT’s BEMACRON HP-LTD disperse dyes that specifically enable the lowtemperature dyeing process, which saves energy and time.
ECOPERL 4 is applied on naNea for achieving a hydrophobic finish effect. ECOPERL 4 is a fluorine-free finishing agent that provides excellent water repellency and very good wash durability. It is a biobased and biodegradable product based on special functionalized polymers and waxes.
naNea by OceanSafe is the next-gen biodegradable polyester and serves as a replacement for conventional PES. Unlike conventional polyester, naNea is biodegradable in the marine environment by over 93 % after 99 days. naNea does
not contain toxicants and is proven to be not eco-toxic.
naNea fibers and yarns match the performance of conventional polyester, making them an ideal choice for products where resilience and durability are paramount. Transitioning to this novel material in manufacturing processes is easy. naNea is market-ready and scalable today. naNea is the world’s first and only synthetic textile material with Cradle to Cradle® Certified at Gold level.
By utilizing CHT’s biobased auxiliaries for dyeing and finishing of biodegradable PES such as the naNea fiber, a compatible and responsible approach is ensured. In addition, the final product made from naNea materials and CHT chemistry can be compliant with the Cradle to Cradle® Certification.
Enhance your products with the best solutions and help make textiles more sustainable and ecological, together with CHT and OceanSafe.
Immersive installation by Patricia Urquiola at Heimtextil enables cohesive design experience in 2025
Heimtextil and Patricia Urquiola, together, provided a glimpse into the highly anticipated design installation to be realized at Heimtextil 2025, reinforcing the special collaboration with the celebrated Spanish architect and designer. The partnership further enhances Heimtextil's design expertise in the field of home and contract textiles. The immersive interior design installation focuses on ready-made textiles, with a strong emphasis on hospitality and design.
Heimtextil, the foremost global trade fair for home and contract textiles, is pleased to unveil new details on its collaboration with design luminary Patricia Urquiola during Milan Design Week. This partnership signifies a convergence of vision, innovation, and sustainability, setting the stage for a meaningful experience in textile design to be showcased at Heimtextil 2025 in Frankfurt.
Patricia Urquiola, the creative force behind Studio Urquiola, shares Heimtextil's steadfast commitment to pushing boundaries and reducing complexity. Both brands approach transformations and sustainability holistically, enabling change and shaping the future of interior design concepts in hospitality, retail, and beyond.
"The collaboration with Studio Urquiola further elevates Heimtextil’s strong design expertise," states Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles & Textile Technologies, Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH. "Urquiola's visionary approach perfectly complements our mission to inspire, convey knowledge, and drive the business viability of the global textiles industry forward."
Experience Design at Heimtextil 2025
At Heimtextil 2025, attendees can expect to immerse themselves in a curated interior design installation by
Patricia Urquiola, focusing on readymade textiles emphasizing hospitality and design. Aptly named "Among-us”, the new showcase places human experience at its core.
The installation enables a cohesive design experience for buyers and exhibitors alike. Heimtextil’s expertise in Interior Architecture Hospitality with the unrivalled design capability of Patricia Urquiola provide a seamless experience, bridging hospitality design concepts as well as global suppliers of functional contract textiles and retailers. This offers further opportunities to showcase upskilling design for attendees, reinforcing Heimtextil's role as a go-to platform for designers, exhibitors, architects, retailers, and hospitality
decision-makers seeking to redefine textile design.
“Working with Heimtextil, we continue research on textiles that the Studio has been doing for years, developing textiles as products and their application in product design, interiors, and architecture in a large spectrum of scales. “Among-us” will be an installation that will propose our vision and open a larger conversation inside and outside the industry, including topics such as sustainability in materials, conviviality, and the perception between virtual and reality,” says Patricia Urquiola.
A Shared Goal for Sustainable Design
Moreover, collaborating with Patricia Urquiola advances discourse on sustainability, particularly in the realm of regenerative materials. By showcasing tangible examples of sustainable practices and fostering innovation, Heimtextil and Studio Urquiola aim to encourage the adoption of sustainable practices throughout the textile industry. Heimtextil x Studio Urquiola 2025 promises to be an unmissable event for anyone passionate about textiles, design, and sustainability.
Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles & Textile Technologies, Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH
DOMOTEX 2025 “The Carpets & Rugs Edition.” Four days of efficient business
In January next year, DOMOTEX will set in motion a new two-year cycle: from 2025 onwards, the Carpets & Rugs Edition will be a central meeting place for the world of carpets at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds in all odd-numbered years. In 2026, as in all even years, DOMOTEX will once again bring together the entire international floor coverings industry under one roof.
Hannover, Germany. Following the keynote theme 'True Connections. Excellence in Design', exhibitors from all over the world will be displaying their innovations at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds from 16 to 19 January 2025. "It was important for us to focus entirely on the needs of the industry," explains Sonia Wedell-Castellano, Global Director of DOMOTEX Events worldwide. "In close consultation with our top exhibitors and the market, we have developed a strategy to make The Carpets & Rugs Edition as compact and efficient as possible. To this end, we have adapted our supporting programme and planned new special formats and networking opportunities. Our aim is to provide all participants with a focused and productive show from which they can derive the greatest possible benefit."
In addition to antique collectors' items and timeless handmade classics, the product range will include high-quality knotted items in contemporary designs as well as a wide selection of modern machine weavings.
The Carpets & Rugs Edition features unique designs and inspiring live talks
In Hall 2, visitors can look forward to unique designs and exciting live talks that will make their visit worthwhile. In January, the Carpet Design Awards (CDA) celebrate their 20th anniversary. Part of the CDA area will be the exciting ‘DOMOTEX on Stage’. With speakers from the worlds of interior architecture and design, production and retail, the conference programme offers a holistic view of the industry's future issues.
In the new 'Trend Café' in Hall 3, visitors can experience tomorrow's interior trends in one central location and find out about sustainable products. The special display, with its integrated coffee bar and lounge area, is also the ideal place to meet new and existing business contacts throughout the fair to discuss the latest developments in the industry.
Anticipation for DOMOTEX 2026 is likewise rising
By adjusting the frequency of the event, Deutsche Messe AG is responding to the strong demand from the flooring industry for a two-year cycle, which has been expressed for several years. Deutsche Messe AG reports an extremely positive response to this strategic decision. From handmade oriental carpets and fine parquet flooring to weaving machines and installation technology: In January 2026 and every even-numbered year thereafter, the world's leading trade
fair for the sector, DOMOTEX, will bring together the international flooring community in Hannover, Germany.
Stephanie Huesmann, Head of Category Management Wall, Floor and Tools at Schlau Heimtex Einkaufs GmbH, welcomes this decision and is already looking forward to seeing everyone again in Hanover: “For many years, DOMOTEX in Hannover has been a must for us at the beginning of the year. It is where we meet many important suppliers, establish new business relationships, find out about trends and products and get a comprehensive overview of the carpet and flooring themes of the future – all in one place! By adapting the concept of the show with a rotating focus, we expect to benefit from an even better target-group oriented value.”
About DOMOTEX Worldwide
DOMOTEX Middle East (22 - 24 April 2025 in Dubai) is the international carpet and flooring event for the Middle East region including Turkey. The event belongs to Deutsche Messe AG Hannover and is organized by Dubai World Trade Center.
DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR (2628 May 2025 in Shanghai) is the largest international flooring show in the AsiaPacific region. Globus Events, Hannover Milano Fairs Shanghai (a subsidiary of Deutsche Messe and Fiera Milano) and Build Your Dream jointly organize the show.
ITMF & IAF Convention 2024
Comprehensive and high-level program takes shape
As frequent visitors of the ITMF and IAF annual conferences have come to expect, industry experts will share the cutting edge of the developments that currently define the textile-apparel industrial complex. The unique collaboration of the textile industry federation ITMF and the apparel industry federation IAF allows the organizers to give a full supply chain picture. At a time when collaboration across the entire chain is indispensable to meet the many challenges, this is a great asset.
Collaboration is also a central theme of a session featuring Inditex, Epic Group and International Finance Corporation (IFC, part of the World Bank Group). The speakers will focus on decarbonization and show how a collaborative approach across the supply chain can achieve the real progress that our industry needs.
The apparel and textile industries are rapidly becoming more regulated, heightening the pressure to create real and significant environmental and social improvements. In a unique, global regulation session, representatives of the American Apparel & Footwear
Association (AAFA), the China National Textile & Apparel Council (CNTAC), the European Textile & Apparel Industry Federation (EURATEX), and the Japan Textile Federation (JTF), will explain the shape that regulation will take in their countries and regions in the coming years.
These topics and several more about fibers, digitalization, AI, etc. will be
discussed in the ancient city of Samarkand, Uzbekistan, a country with a rapidly growing textile and apparel industry, attracting interests from across the world. This convention will be a unique industrial gathering of leaders from across the entire textile and apparel supply chain, from all parts of the world.
Fairs and Exhibitions
Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris
« IMPERFaiCTION », the trend book for the Autumn-Winter 2025-2026 season explores the limits of Man in confronting the potential of AI, and proposes a poetic reading of our imperfections... When our own biological reality becomes a "zone to defend". To be discovered from July 1 to 3, 2024 at the Parc des Expositions, Porte de Versailles.
"Our desires are too great for us. We are limited and imperfect." Based on this injunction, Louis Gérin and Grégory Lamaud, artistic directors of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris, deliver their vision of a future where the power of technology - especially AI - highlights our own weaknesses, to the point of threatening us with total obliteration.
A universe of trends / Four creative themes
Based on the cross-referencing and analysis of emerging signals detected in the artistic, economic and societal fields, this approach draws a wardrobe in four inspiring themes for fashion designers. Pattern design boards grouping the color universes around 3 "star colors", the looks and silhouettes staged for each creative universe allow us to explore the trends for Autumn-Winter 2025-2026.
#1 Confrontation. This first proposal sets the scene: by exposing the infinite potential of AI, it reminds us of our immaturity. It expresses the fragility of the human condition and its need for protection. The rather pure color universe is oriented towards vegetal nuances, dominated by ivory, soft green and woody palettes. The protective, fluffy textures - while borrowing from the geological world - convey the sensoriality of this theme.
#2 Seduction. « There’s nothing left but to enjoy the show! » The second phase of our fascination with these technologies that surpass us is seduction. Magic is at the heart of this theme, where life, in all its forms, is most visible. It emerges at the heart of the material, through organically inspired textures, human figures and mineral inlays. This "prolonged life" is expressed through a palette of carnal, languorous and embodied colors, but also with bright, floral and sweet tones.
#3 Alienation. The abandonment lasted only a short time: seduction no longer works, and [artificial] intelligence takes over. « We had believed that freedom meant no longer having to choose. It was quite the opposite. We
abandoned our decisions. » The algorithm outpaces thought, takes over and occupies space... Matter is distorted and spread out... It steps out of the space in which we're used to seeing it. The key colors are warm and assertive, and are applied to materials that express universes close to life, with draped textures and embroidery.
#4 Annihilation. Humans disappear, fade away and submit to AI. It's the theme of erasure. « We have simply become insignificant […] Ejected from the equation. » Here, colors are absent, palettes disembodied, extremely mineral, metallic and dusty. Here, technical fabrics perfectly translate this quest for neutrality, with smooth, lacquered aspects: coatings find a privileged terrain of expression here with lunar, sedimentary-inspired relief effects.
All four universes will be showcased in two Trend Forums: one at Texworld Paris for fabrics, the other at Apparel Sourcing Paris for finished products. Visitors will be able to discover looks inspired by the fabrics and products selected by the show's artistic directors. The Highlights Elite and Highlights Denim areas will also offer a number of variations on these themes, with samples and scenarios to illustrate each.
The future of textile sales: How to leverage online platforms for USA market domination
In the heart of Pakistan's bustling textile industry, a quiet revolution is underway. Seller Logix, a forward-thinking logistics company, is reshaping the landscape for textile manufacturers, offering transparent and reliable solutions that unlock new opportunities in the world of ecommerce.
Addressing Industry Challenges
For decades, Pakistani textile manufacturers have excelled in producing high-quality goods, yet many have yet to tap into the vast potential of ecommerce. Seller Logix recognized this untapped opportunity and set out to
bridge the gap, providing a seamless pathway for manufacturers to enter the online marketplace.
A Tailored Approach to Logistics
At Seller Logix, we understand that each textile manufacturer is unique, with specific needs and challenges. That's why we offer a suite of tailored services designed to streamline operations and maximize potential. From handling logistics to managing accounts on platforms like Amazon and Walmart, we provide end-to-end solutions that empower manufacturers to thrive in the digital age.
The Success Story of B.A. Textile: From Suppliers to Global Sellers
B.A. Textile, a prominent manufacturer specializing in towels and bed sheets, had long been known for their exceptional craftsmanship and quality products. However, like many in Pakistan's textile industry, they found themselves at a crossroads, eager to explore new avenues for growth but unsure of how to navigate the complex world of e-commerce.
Enter Seller Logix, with a mission to empower textile manufacturers and unlock their full potential in the digital marketplace. Recognizing B.A. Textile's
ambition and drive, we embarked on a transformative journey together, charting a course towards online success.
Crafting a Strategic Vision
At the outset, we worked closely with B.A. Textile to craft a strategic vision for their online venture. Understanding their unique strengths and market positioning, we developed a comprehensive plan that would position them for success on platforms like Amazon and Walmart.
Building the Heavenly
Linen Brand
Central to our strategy was the creation of a distinct brand identity that would resonate with customers worldwide. Drawing inspiration from B.A. Textile's commitment to quality and luxury, we rebranded their products under the name "Heavenly Linen," evoking a sense of comfort and elegance.
Navigating the E-commerce Landscape
With the Heavenly Linen brand in place, we set out to conquer the digital realm. Leveraging our expertise in logistics and e-commerce, we optimized product listings, fine-tuned pricing strategies, and implemented targeted marketing campaigns to drive visibility and sales.
Remarkable Results
The impact was immediate and profound. Customers were drawn to the allure of Heavenly Linen's premium offerings, and sales surged beyond expectations. From humble beginnings as
suppliers to larger brands, B.A. Textile had now emerged as a global player in the textile industry, capturing the hearts and minds of customers around the world.
A Partnership for the Future
Today, B.A. Textile continues to thrive under the Heavenly Linen brand, thanks in no small part to the unwavering support and guidance of Seller Logix. As they look towards the future, their success serves as a testament to the transformative power of strategic logistics and e-commerce expertise.
As Seller Logix continues to grow, our commitment to empowering textile manufacturers remains steadfast. We're proud to be a part of Pakistan's textile industry, helping businesses of all sizes realize their full potential in the digital era. With plans to expand our operations and further support the growth of our clients, the future looks brighter than ever.
Join the Journey
Ready to embark on your own journey to e-commerce success? Contact Seller Logix today to learn more about our services and how we can help take your textile business to new heights. Together, let's unlock the power of ecommerce and pave the way for a brighter tomorrow.
About Seller Logix
Seller Logix LLC is a forward-thinking logistics and warehouse management company dedicated to providing
transparent, efficient, and reliable logistics support to e-commerce sellers.
Specializing in platforms such as Amazon, Walmart, and Etsy, Seller Logix serves the unique needs of small to medium-scale manufacturers, particularly those based in Pakistan looking to penetrate the U.S. market. Founded by Azam Jamil Qazi, Asavir Siddique, and Ismail Owaisi, Seller Logix stands out for its commitment to transparency, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
The inception of Seller Logix traces back to the practical experiences of Azam Jamil Qazi and Asavir Siddique, who were deeply involved in Amazon account handling. They identified significant gaps in the logistics support sector, including a lack of transparency and the dominance of brokers without actual warehouse facilities, which inflated logistics costs. They also discovered that many so-called 3PL (third-party logistics) warehouses were, in reality, small garages, far from the professional storage solutions they claimed to be.
Recognizing these issues, Azam and Asavir sought a partner with a legitimate warehouse in the USA. They found this partner in Ismail Owaisi. Together, they established Seller Logix, creating a standard of operations focused on full transparency and reliability. This partnership not only bridged the logistical gap but also brought together a wealth of knowledge and expertise in e-commerce and logistics.
For further information, please contact Seller Logix LLC, Email: info@sellerlogix.com Website: www.sellerlogix.com Tel: +92 333 2131180.
Riaz Textile honored for operational excellence at Murata Seminar in Lahore
Murata’s Seminar in Lahore illuminated the forefront of textile innovation, showcasing their commitment to revolutionizing spinning technology. With over 70 years of expertise, Murata unveiled groundbreaking solutions like the AIcone auto winder and MVS 870EX Vortex spinning machine. These innovations promise enhanced efficiency, sustainability, and yarn quality, all underpinned by user-centric design. Murata emphasizes datadriven insights through MSS, which ensures proactive problem-solving and optimized operations. Riaz Textile’s accolade further underscored Murata’s impact, highlighting their integral role in driving operational excellence in Pakistan’s textile industry.
“Our journey has been marked by both challenges and successes. The recognition of our achievements, exem-
plified by the Top Notch Auto Winder and MSS User Award, is a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation.”
Riaz Textile, a prominent player in Pakistan’s textile industry, epitomizes excellence in manufacturing and operational efficiency. Recognized at Murata’s seminar, they received the prestigious Top Notch Auto Winder and MSS User Award, a testament to their longstanding partnership with Murata. Under the guidance of Mr. Zahid Ahmed, their Technical Director, Riaz Textile has leveraged Murata’s cutting-edge technologies for over three decades, achieving remarkable milestones like the world’s lowest Machine Inconsistency Rate (MIS%) and exceptional machine efficiency. This acknowledgment highlights Riaz Textile’s commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainable production practices, further solidifying its position as a leader in the textile sector.
Partnering for Sustainability: Fibre52TM teams up with iTextiles® in Pakistan
In a significant stride towards revolutionizing sustainability in Pakistan's textile industry, Fibre52TM, a trailblazer recognized in the 2024 Fashion for Good Innovation Programme, proudly announces its partnership with iTextiles®. This collaboration aims to bring cutting-edge, eco-friendly solutions to the heart of textile manufacturing in Pakistan.
Fibre52's Innovative Approach
Fibre52TM stands out with its patented technology that redefines the Prepare for Dye (PFD) and dye processes for cottonrich fabrics. Unlike conventional methods that rely on harsh chemicals, Fibre52TM employs bio-friendly products certified by the ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) Road to Zero Programme. This approach not only preserves cotton's natural properties but also minimizes water, energy, and CO2 emissions.
Laura Thornquist, President of Fibre52TM, expresses her enthusiasm: “Fibre52TM is honored to partner with iTextiles® as this group continues to position itself at the forefront of sustainable innovation in Pakistan's textile industry, demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship and operational excellence.”
Certified Sustainability
Recently certified by ZDHC, Fibre52's chemistries eliminate the need for traditional caustic soda and surfactants, offering a sustainable alternative that aligns with global environmental standards. This breakthrough technology adapts seamlessly to existing machinery, requiring lower temperatures and fewer bath drops, thus enhancing operational efficiency while reducing resource consumption.
Advantages of Fibre52's Process
The collaboration with iTextiles® marks a milestone in Fibre52's global expansion strategy, which includes partnerships with leading mills and brands worldwide. By adopting Fibre52's process, mills can achieve up to 70% water savings, up to 40% less energy consumption, and a substantial reduction in CO2 emissions compared to conventional methods.
Commitment to Excellence
Fibre52TM not only ensures environmental sustainability but also enhances fabric quality. The resulting cotton fabrics are naturally soft, durable, and versatile, meeting the demands of
modern fashion while promoting a cleaner environment.
Join the Movement
Fibre52TM invites textile mills and brands in Pakistan to explore its sustainable solutions, tailored to meet regulatory compliance and consumer demand for eco-friendly products. By integrating Fibre52's technology, partners can strengthen their sustainability narratives without capital investment.
Get Involved
For more information on Fibre52's innovative approach visit www.itextiles.com.pk or connect directly with team iTextiles® by emailing at info@itextiles.com.pk or call at +9221 35147784-92
Conclusion
The partnership between Fibre52TM and iTextiles® represents a leap forward in sustainable textile manufacturing, empowering Pakistan's industry to embrace eco-friendly practices without compromising on quality or efficiency. Together, they pave the way for a greener, more sustainable future in global fashion.
Rieter to Install World’s First Complete Air-Jet Spinning System with J 70 Technology
Guangxi Baisheng Textile Co., Ltd. signed an agreement with Rieter to implement the world’s first complete spinning process using Rieter’s latest air-jet spinning technology J 70. This project will elevate automation levels and reduce conversion costs at Baisheng’s operations, setting a new benchmark in air-jet spinning in terms of quality and productivity.
Guangxi Baisheng Textile Co., Ltd. has decided to expand its air-jet spinning capacity with Rieter’s J 70 thanks to its outstanding productivity. This move will enable the vertically integrated textile company based in Guangxi, China, to further ensure a steady yarn supply for its knitting operations. Rieter’s air-jet spinning machine J 70 offers exceptional production efficiency and features 200 individually automated spinning units that independently manage quality cuts and natural ends down quickly and efficiently. The J 70 also boasts delivery speeds of up to 600 meters per minute and supports up to four lots simultaneously. In addition, Rieter’s latest generation yarn clearer identifies weak yarn during production, ensuring top quality.
The excellent performance of the existing Rieter cards, draw frames and winding machines installed at Baisheng Textile combined with the superior aftersales service have created a strong foundation for the successful collaboration with Guangxi Baisheng Textile Co., Ltd.
Yiyu Zhan, Chairman, Guangxi Baisheng Textile Co., Ltd., says: “Together with Rieter, we will set an allnew benchmark in the industry, elevating
the quality and productivity of air-jet spinning to unprecedented levels.”
Michael Hubensteiner, Country Managing Director Rieter China, says: “We are proud to build the world’s first complete air-jet spinning system with our latest J 70 spinning technology in partnership with Baisheng Textile. This cutting-edge spinning system will enable Baisheng Textile to achieve a new level of competitiveness and expand their industry leadership.”
From left to right: Sheng Du, Sales Engineer, Rieter, South China; Renguan Lian, Regional Sales Manager, Rieter, South China; Michael Hubensteiner, Country Managing Director Rieter China; Yiyu Zhan, Chairman of Guangxi Baisheng; Chanhong Feng, Manager of Guangxi Baisheng; Michael Wang, Senior Vice President, Rieter, Sales China
J 70 – air-jet spinning at low yarn conversion costs
Trützschler presents T-SUPREMA in live demonstration at Techtextil
At Techtextil trade fair in Frankfurt, Germany in April, the Trützschler Nonwovens team demonstrated the performance of T-SUPREMA live at customer events. Customers were impressed by the flexibility of the needle-punching line.
Techtextil is the world’s leading trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens. At this year’s event in Frankfurt, Germany, Trützschler Nonwovens presented its T-SUPREMA production concept for manufacturing different types of nonwovens on a single line – with high levels of quality, productivity and costefficiency. Those insights generated a huge amount of interest. And representatives from several companies got invited to see an up-and-running installation at our Technology Center in nearby Egelsbach.
The T-SUPREMA is an exciting innovation for this market because it offers unique levels of flexibility. It can produce lightweight and heavyweight nonwovens, from 30 grams per square meter (gsm) up to more than 2,000 gsm, on one production line. It also features a clean concept that minimizes downtime for cleaning or maintenance. And it is especially well-suited for producing lightweight needle-punched nonwovens, which enables cost-efficient products from this challenging application.
With our T-SUPREMA, we offer our customers great flexibility. They can react quickly to changes in demand or develop new products that are outside of what has been produced before. As part of our
longstanding commitment to coinnovation, Trützschler joined together with Texnology to develop the TSUPREMA. This Italian machinery manufacturer has deep specialization in mechanical needling. Its state-of-the-art needleloom designs play a key role in enabling the T-SUPREMA to serve such an extensive range of nonwoven applications.
Excitement in Egelsbach
Visitors to the Trützschler Nonwovens Customer and Technology Center in Egelsbach got the chance to experience the super-flexible T-SUPREMA line in action. The industrial-scale setup has a working width of 4 meters. It also features three bale openers, a blending bin, a fine-opener, a card with 3-meter width and crosslapper, two needlelooms, a felt drafter and a winding section.
What is so special about the TSUPREMA? Unlike other
needle-punching installations, the TSUPREMA is not optimized for one end product only: with a changeover time of about 60 minutes, customers were able to see how the same line first produced an extremely light 35 gsm nonwoven with three double layers after the crosslapper, in which a microfiber was used. Later, after the short changeover time, the line produced a 1,400 gsm nonwoven with 23 double layers after the crosslapper, using the typical coarse fibers with 3.3 and 6.7 dtex. This production process was underlined by an impressive light show.
Test the T-SUPREMA today
Tests and trials with this highperformance needle-punching line have already impressed companies from across the global nonwovens industry. The production speed, ease of use and broad working window have captured hearts and minds. And the overall output quality of the uniquely broad range of products has also grabbed the attention of visitors to Egelsbach – with more trials planned: More and more companies are booking tests at our Technology Center. From lightweight to heavyweight nonwovens, the T-SUPREMA can produce them all. But convince yourself: Book your trial today!
Italian textile machinery faced challenges during FY23
by Nadeem Mazhar, Managing Editor, Pakistan Textile Journal.
The economy of Italy is the 3rd-largest national economy in the Eurozone, the 8th-largest by nominal GDP in the world, and the 12th-largest by GDP (PPP). Italy is the eighth largest exporter in the world with US$ 2 billion exported in 2023.
Based on the average exchange rate for 2023, Italy uses the euro which depreciated by roughly 20% against the US dollar. The weaker EU currency in 2022 made Italy’s exports paid for in stronger US dollars relatively less expensive for international buyers compared to previous year.
In the year of 2023 the main destination of Italian exports of textile machines was Asia (39%), followed by Europe Union (22%) and European extra EU (14%). The biggest contribution to the Italian exports of textile machinery came from China, In the year 2023 Italian sales towards China market amounted to a value of 222 million euro. Other main markets are Turkey, India and United States of America.
The textile machine market consists of players that manufacture basic machines for labour intensive textile manufacturing countries and machines for advanced and
Source: ACIMIT
developed countries producing textile products, where labour is expensive.
Automation just like in any other industry helps in bringing down the operation cost and provides better products.
Now Italy is one of the main producers and exporters of textile machinery in the world. The Italian textile industry still plays an important role in the fashion sector and the entire national manufacturing, although deeply resized compared to the first half of the last decade. On the European scale, Italy stands on the podium of the main producers with a high level of specialization in the different stages of the value chain. There are approximately 300 companies who produce textile machines
and related accessories, for a total of about 12,900 employees.
A majority of Italian manufacturers are actually small to medium-sized enterprises that provide custom-made spinning, weaving, knitting, finishing, laundry and dry cleaning machines to the market. These machines are designed to process natural as well as manmade fibres, in order to provide the right solution for its global customers.
According to the Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers (ACIMIT), creativity, sustainable technology, reliability and quality are the characteristics which have made Italy a leader in the manufacturing of textile machinery. Currently, Italy holds a strong
position as one of the main suppliers of textile machinery in the world.
Among the top producers of textile machinery manufacturers in Europe Italy holds second place after Germany and the technological level of its production is considered of the highest standard even by their competitors themselves.
Production of Italian textile machinery decreased from Euro 2,709 million in 2022 to Euro 2,300 million in 2023, thus showing a decrease of 15%. As per ACIMIT, the orders index for textile machinery drawn for the period from 2023 showed a 15% decrease compared to the same period for 2022.
On the other hand exports of Italian textile machinery also decreased from Euro 2.3 billion in 2022 to Euro 2 billion in 2023, thus showing decrease of 14%. The wide supply of Italian textile machinery manufacturers let them face the needs of all the potential customers. Exports represent 87% of total sales, realized in about 130 destination countries. This process of internationalization, together with the vocation for innovation in the sector, allowed Italian companies to consolidate and further improve the leading position held by the Italian textile machinery industry all over the world.
Table 2: Italian textile machinery exports (Main Countries)
Source: ACIMIT
Production and exports of Italian textile machinery for the past four years are given in Table 1.
The supply of Italian manufacturers covers all the classic sectors into which we can divide textile machines. Italian sales abroad are divided among these main sectors: 29% finishing machines, 21% accessories, 22% spinning machines, 11% knitting machines, 8% weaving machines and 9% other machines.
In 2023 Italian exports of textile machines were divided as follows: Asia (39%), followed by European Union (22%), Europe extra EU (14%), North America (9%), Latin America (8%) and Africa (8%).
The biggest contribution to the Italian exports of textile machinery came from China. In the 2023 period Italian exports toward the Chinese market amounted to a value of Euro222 million. Other markets are Turkey, India and United States of America.
Future prospects
Italian textile machinery manufacturers have long been committed to providing sustainable technological solutions both from an environmental has been committed since 2010 with the "Sustainable Technologies" project and an economic standpoint, capable of effectively reducing consumption and production costs.
The digitalization of production processes in the textile sector is an indispensable response to new trends requiring faster time-to-market and just-intime production.
To provide a suitable response to clients who are facing difficult challenges in developing new production processes and business models within the textile industry. Italian product ranges are increasingly compliant with 4.0 technologies. There are numerous examples of these types of technologies in Italian machinery offerings on display at ITMA Milan. Among these the use of intelligent management platforms, on-board machine sensors for data acquisition allowing the monitoring of both the machine and products, predictive maintenance, for a reduction in costs obtained through less downtime, and augmented reality applications supporting the operator in the various production phases.
References
1.Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers (ACIMIT)
2.State Bank of Pakistan
3.Trade Development Authority of Pakistan.
Source: ACIMIT
Italy remains an important market for Pakistan with billion dollar worth of exports during FY23
by Nadeem Mazhar, Managing Editor, Pakistan Textile Journal.
Pakistan and Italy have excellent relations and cooperation in the fields of both development and non-development sectors and the same are growing day by day. Italy has always followed with keen interest the Pakistani market and in the past decades has gradually increased its’ positioning, becoming one of the top ten global trading partners of Pakistan and the second amongst the EU Member States with a growing trade exchange amounting in 2023 to over US$ 1.6 billion.
Hence, over the years, Italian companies have been looking more and more at Pakistan for trade and investments. Energy remains the most important sector, while alternative energies, including solar, wind and biogas, are acquiring growing importance in our commercial relations. The Pharmaceutical sector maintains a relevant position in our bilateral trade relations with some of the Italian main companies, operating on the Pakistani
Source: State Bank of Pakistan.
market since the 1980s. The automotive sector also plays a leading role, as well as textile as most of the spinning mills prefer Italian machinery.
Pak-Italy Trade
The exports from Pakistan to Italy have increased under Generalized System of Preferences-Plus scheme. For the past years trade between Pakistan and Italy has increased but the rise in exports has
been greater than the imports. However, the balance of trade in favour of Pakistan increased from US$ 317 million in 2022 to US$ 624 million in 2023. Pak-Italian trade is given in Table 1.
Cotton fabrics and yarn, readymade garments, towels, hosiery, beddings, carpet and rugs, cotton, leather, sports goods and surgical instruments are the major items exported from Pakistan to Italy.
Export of textile and other items from Pakistan to Italy increased to US$ 1,151 million in 2023, thus showing an increase of 6.5% compared to last year, US$ 1,087 million.
Textile machinery, general industrial machinery, power generating machinery, petroleum products, transport vehicles, iron and steel, pharmaceuticals, acrylic fiber, chemicals and paper and paperboard are the main items imported to Pakistan from Italy.
Imports of Textile Machinery
Pakistan textile is the country’s single largest industry. Yet it is totally dependent on imported machinery, equipment, accessories and spares. The local facilities for manufacturing textile machinery items practically do not exist.
Italian textile machinery imports in Pakistan decreased from 92 million Euros in 2022 to 44 million Euros in 2023, thus showing a decline of 52%.
The most Italian machines imported were finishing ones (40%) of the total export towards Pakistan, followed by machines accessories (21%) and knitting (20%) in 2023.
Trade Commissioner of Italian Trade Agency (ITA) Gianpaolo Bruno has said that Pakistan's population of more than 200 million clearly indicates the huge potential that needs to be exploited; therefore, the business communities of Pakistan and Italy should work for enhancing the existing trade figures, he said in a meeting of Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI)
Categories 2023
The ITA Commissioner identified several areas of trade and investment cooperation, saying immense opportunities for enhancing cooperation between Pakistan and Italy exist in different sectors, including capital goods, consumer goods, machinery, medical and pharmaceutical sectors and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs), etc.
Gianpaolo Bruno said there are many ways where both business communities could partner and generate values for their people. He said Pakistan needs to upgrade its food value chain and improve the quality of Pakistani food in order to enhance its exports to the European market where stringent regulations in terms of quality are expected in this context.
Source: ACIMIT
He said Italy has been importing textile, apparel, leather goods and surgical tools from Pakistan but the country needs Italian machinery to upgrade and uplift the quality of its finished goods, adding that Italy requires high quality products. The ITA commissioner said that his country also needs good chemical products and also specialised textile products for sports which could be imported from Pakistan.
Pakistan and Italy share healthy and dynamic bilateral relations. Italy offers great economic potential and increasing bilateral trade and cooperation with Pakistan in diversified areas of economic activity will help both the countries.
Italian investments in Pakistan have also been growing and a great example was the oil exploration giant ENI who is very active in Pakistan.
KCCI President said it was heartening to see that the two countries signed an inter-governmental agreement on cooperation in the field of LNG and MoU on cooperation between the trade development authorities of the two countries in the field of marble mining, leather and denim clothing.
References
1.Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers (ACIMIT)
2.State Bank of Pakistan
3.Trade Development Authority of Pakistan.
Italian Textile Machinery Exports to Pakistan (Million Euro)
Italian Textile Machinery Exports To Pakistan By
Source: ACIMIT.
Pakistan is a very important market for Savio Macchine Tessili
Davide Mercuri, Head of Sales Savio Macchine Tessili gave an exclusive interview to Pakistan Textile Journal during ITM exhibition Istanbul. Following are the excerpts from the interview.
PTJ: What are you displaying at the ITM textile machinery exhibition?
Davide Mercuri: At this year’s ITM exhibition, Savio Macchine Tessili S.p.A. is showcasing two of our latest machines: the Proxima winder and the Lybra air-jet machine. This is the first time we’re presenting the Lybra, which represents a new segment for us.
PTJ: What are the advantages of these machines compared to conventional ones?
Davide Mercuri: The Proxima winder has shown remarkable results. It offers a 12-15% increase in production and reduces energy consumption. These benefits have been confirmed in early installations worldwide, and we’re excited to introduce it to Pakistan soon.
The Lybra machine stands out for its flexibility, thanks to our unique multiblend system. This system allows users to quickly switch between different fiber compositions and counts via computer
settings. This flexibility, along with a more responsive machine performance, makes it highly appreciated by customers who need to handle varying production loads. Additionally, our innovative spinning chamber design significantly reduces energy costs, which is especially important in markets like Pakistan, where energy expenses are high.
PTJ: How do you view the Pakistani market?
Davide Mercuri: Pakistan is one of the most crucial markets for Savio,
consistently ranking among the top three to five globally. The Pakistani textile industry is technically advanced, and we’ve built a strong partnership with our customers there. While some projects have been delayed due to current economic conditions, none have been canceled. We anticipate that sales will pick up significantly soon. Our agents, Eurep Enterprises, are very active in promoting Savio machines, ensuring we maintain a strong presence in the country.
Davide Mercuri, Head of Sales Savio Macchine Tessili
Davide Mercuri and Eva Babbo
Ferraro: Debut of an all-new scouring machine at ITM 2024
Ferraro choose ITM 2024 debuted their latest innovative scouring marvel for open width fabrics.
European industrial textile machineries manufacturers understand they must necessarily seek competitiveness through innovation and environmental sustainability. Ferraro Spa, a leading company that has been operating for over 70 years in the textile finishing sector, both knitted and woven, with thousands of plants all over the world, believes that, as never before, innovation must go hand in hand with sustainable development. The theme has become guiding element of the company’s vision and an integral part of our daily lives, requiring us to adopt circular economy processes, reduce emissions, reduce energy from nonrenewable sources and ‘greening’ both production processes and products.
Since its inception, the company has been a supporter of the ACIMIT (Italian Association of Textile Machinery Manufacturers) Green Label project: an internationally recognised, successful certification that, through targeted redesigning of the machinery itself, aims to reduce energy consumption across the board and thus CO2 emissions, i.e. pollution.
This is a new industrial approach aimed at reducing the consumption of natural resources through their more efficient use, with the objective of preserving the natural environment and at the same time safeguarding the company’s development, and therefore employment.
Thanks to these policies, Ferraro Spa has achieved remarkable results that can be summed up in the introduction of a renewed range of models, which have led to a 47% reduction in overall energy consumption, a 62% reduction in overall steam consumption, and a 37% reduction in overall air consumption, making it an even greater reference in current and future industrial development.
On the sustainability front, Ferraro Spa has adopted new strategic actions, intervening both in the value chain and in relation with supply chain partners. This is a process of high strategic and social value for the company, which focus on green innovation to build the competitiveness of the future. In concrete terms, the company was among the first to join the recyclability project promoted by ACIMIT, to produce textile machinery with 100% recyclable components. While on the innovation front, the focus has been on the digitalisation of all its machinery, with full integration in digital flows, such as Industry 4.0, cloud technology and ‘predictive maintenance’ for remote assistance, where, thanks to the new remote assistance systems, now standard in Ferraro machinery, full remote diagnostics by specialised technicians can be performed directly from Ferraro site, monitoring the status of the machine/ line, identifying and solving any problems or defining the corrective activities to be undertaken. In addition, status checks can be carried out during routine maintenance to prevent breakdowns and ensure the smooth operation of the machinery or even improve its functionality and extend its productivity.
On the product front, Ferraro continues to renew and expand its range. At ITM 2024 Ferraro showcased their latest version of scouring machine, equipped with a new patented highperformance automatic and self-cleaning
filter called S.C.S. This filter is designed specifically for the filtration of chemical batches in the textile industry and is equipped with a vacuum suction system. The superior filtration degree is 35 μm. In the new version of Rotoclean, in addition to the S.C.S. filter, an ultrasonic system is included for the first time, which enables washing and de-oiling efficiency levels at a new level, up till now unseen on the market.
Giovanni Pizzamiglio, Commercial Director, Ferraro shared, “At ITM 2024, we are showcasing our latest machine which is an evolution of a previous generation of machine that we had in our catalogue, called Rotoclean. It is latest version of our scouring unit to remove weaving oil, especially for synthetic fibre with improved technology and two important improvements.
“The first one is addition of ultrasonic system to the washing tank that helps detaching the oil from the fabric and the second improvement that this machine has is a new generation of rotating filter with vacuum system that is able to filter 100% of the bath and not just remove the surface oil, but continuously filter the water while capturing the oil into a mesh and vacuum it out of the water. With the addition of these new improvements, and after rigorous testing at our facility we are happy to share that the machine now offers dramatic improvement in thermal performances among other important benefits, including valuable resource savings.“
Giovanni Pizzamiglio, Commercial Director, Ferraro
Biancalani: High-quality finishes for upholstery fabrics and home decor
Up-holstery: the everlasting fil-rouge
When it comes to making a choice in home décor, the one thing to bear in mind is following an aesthetic fil-rouge –even one that is not eye-catching, but that you can definitely feel is there. The same is true for any other space that plays an important role in our lives, like an office, for example. Quite often, fabrics are a key element of customization and thus the one our attention should revolve around. And fabrics also mean upholstery.
Textures and colors are surely the two fabric features that catch our attention, but we rarely reflect that they are intrinsically tied when it comes to their perceived quality. And quality means that fabrics must both be long-lasting and have an incredible hand while combining beauty and comfort, in order for upholstery to follow a top-quality fil-rouge.
Now, let’s get to it, as none of this is possible if fabrics are not properly previously treated. That is when Biancalani Textile Machinery makes its appearance on the market. Fabrics must be processed in very specific ways in order to reach the desired results and the textile finishing processes can be the very
heart of it. What we definitely don’t want is a stiff, “carton-like” fabric to the hand, with a dull, flat look which is far from that aesthetic we all look for in home décor. Besides, the fabrics is likely to lose elasticity, especially due to the necessary sewing for upholstery.
With an efficient and cost-effective open-width continuous finishing process we obtain a controlled shrinkage and the opening of the chenille, ensuring those top-quality features such as softness, volume, uniformity and evenness of surface – that is an incredible hand – and tridimensionality, depth and richness of colors.
Only AIRO®24, patented by Biancalani awarded with the Green Label, the original dryer for continuous and open-width tumbling treatments of woven, non-woven and knitted fabrics, ensures the so-called AIRO®HAND effect that includes all the listed features – and many others, all information are available on the dedicated webpage – thanks to a uniform and even distribution of steam for a treatment that is 100% ecological. The process is energy-efficient for a number of reasons, such as its evaporation capacity, high production capacity and processing speed.
The technological division of Biancalani studies the solutions that are most suitable for each type of treatment and for different clients’ needs, as customization is the key to success, behind the scenes above all. Because it is precisely what happens behind the scenes that makes it possible to align textures with colors. That makes the abovementioned fil-rouge a real possibility and the gateway to harmonious spaces. Those spaces the end customer can be willing to pay an extra for.
ITM 2024 exhibitors pleased with the number and diversity of visitors
ITM 2024, one of the most important meeting points of textile technology leaders, was concluded as a great success. ITM 2024, which was organised after the pause experienced all over the world since September 2022, has been the lifeline support of the textile industry. Hosting 66,200 professional visitors and investors from 99 different countries, ITM 2024 brought vitality to the textile industry with machine sales and billion euro business volume for 5 days.
ITM 2024 International Textile Machinery Exhibition, which was held in partnership with Tüyap Tüm Fuarcılık Yapım Inc. and Teknik Fairs Inc. and in cooperation with Textile Machinery and Accessories Industrialists Association (TEMSAD), was held at Tüyap Fair and Congress Center between 4-8 June 2024.
ITM 2024 Exhibition, which was held in 13 halls in an area of 120 thousand square metres, broke new records with the number of exhibitors and visitors as well as machine sales. 1385 companies and company representatives from 71 countries participated in ITM 2024 Exhibition, which was visited by 66.200 people from 99 countries, 45% from abroad and 55% from domestic.
Visa liberalisation increased country diversity
ITM 2024 hosted thousands of visitors from all over the world due to Istanbul’s ease of transportation and the absence of visa problems. The countries of origin of the visitors are as follows: Afghanistan, Germany, United States of America, Angola, Albania, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Algeria, Czech Republic, People’s Republic of China, Denmark, Indonesia, Armenia, Estonia, Ethiopia, Morocco, Finland, France,
Guatemala, South Korea, Georgia, India, the Netherlands, Honduras, Hong Kong, Iraq, Iran, Ireland, Ireland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Italy, Iceland, Japan, Canada, Montenegro, Kazakhstan, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Kyrgyzstan, Colombia, Kosovo, Kuwait, Latvia, Liberia, Libya, Lithuania, Lebanon, Hungary, Macedonia, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Egypt, Mongolia, Moldova, Nigeria, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Rwanda, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Taiwan, Trinidad & Tobago, Tunisia, Tuvalu, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, Oman, Jordan, Vietnam, Yemen, Greece, Zimbabwe. While Turkey stands out as an important market in the textile industry, this diversity further reinforced the strategic importance of the exhibition. Exhibitors expressed their satisfaction for meeting their customers from countries that cannot go to exhibitions in Europe, especially due to visa problems, at ITM 2024. Professional visitors and investors from countries such as Sri Lanka, Uruguay, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, Rwanda, Burkina Faso, Mauritius, Mongolia, Tuvalu once again demonstrated the global attractiveness of the exhibition.
Machine sales and new collaborations signed
ITM 2024 Exhibition has once again reinforced its leading position in the sector with the wide range of opportunities offered to its visitors and exhibitors. The companies participating in the exhibition both strengthened their existing business relations and created new business opportunities. From the first day of the exhibition, the exhibitors were flooded with visitors, started machine sales and signed important collaborations. This dynamic environment created a great vitality not only for the exhibitors but also for the textile machinery industry, which has been experiencing a pause since September 2022. During the 5-day exhibition, the machinery sales and collaborations made during the exhibition created a total business volume of more than 1.5 billion euros. This enormous trade volume played an important role in accelerating the sector and the economy.
Latest innovations in textile technologies exhibited at ITM 2024
ITM 2024, which was organised this year with the motto ‘Discover the Future’, turned into a textile feast with the participation of hundreds of manufacturers developing leading technologies in the field and the visit of
global investors and trade delegations. Exhibitors had the chance to closely follow the developments in the sector by meeting the latest technologies and innovations exhibited during the exhibition. Company owners, managers, employees and sector representatives who visited the exhibition had the opportunity to see the latest technological innovations for the first time and witnessed the world launches.
Visitors to the ITM 2024, where innovations from every field of textile from weaving to knitting, from yarn to digital printing, from finishing to denim were exhibited; discovered innovative, natureprotecting, pioneering technologies in digitalisation for a sustainable future. Company owners, who were able to glean valuable information from experts about the technologies they will use in their factories, determined the road map for their new investments.
Many companies have already reserved their places at ITM 2026
Stating that they have achieved a sales graph far above their expectations since the first day of ITM 2024 Exhibition and hosted visitors from all over the world, many company officials have already booked their places in ITM 2026 Exhibition. Companies went to the registration application points during the exhibition and applied for intensive participation in ITM 2026.
New address of innovation in technical textiles and nonwoven products at HIGHTEX 2024
HIGHTEX 2024 International Technical Textiles and Nonwovens Exhibition, the first and only exhibition in Turkey in its field, hosted its visitors between the dates of 4-8, June. Bringing together the industry’s leading manufacturers, innovative technology companies and global buyers, HIGHTEX 2024 Exhibition hosted nonwoven products, raw materials used in production and the latest technologies in the field of technical textiles. HIGHTEX 2024, whose importance has increased even more with technical textiles taking up more space in every aspect of our lives, attracted great interest from companies.
HIGHTEX 2024, which reached a record occupancy rate as a result of the demand
from the leading manufacturers of the sector and new entrepreneurs, attracted attention with the number of exhibitors and visitors. HIGHTEX 2024 not only offered exhibitors the opportunity to exhibit their products but also
created opportunities for cooperation and networking. Exhibitors and visitors were satisfied with the HIGHTEX 2024 Exhibition, where the latest technologies in the field of technical textiles were exhibited.
CORINO displays Super-N weft straightener at ITM
Corino has a history of manufacturing machines and accessories for the textile finishing industry and is an important link of high quality in the textile chain, producing machines suitable for every kind of fabric, high-tech as well as non-wovens.
With over forty years in the market, Corino was established in 1983 by Roberto Corino, and made its debut in ITMA Milan the same year.
In 1987, Corino Macchine moved to Monticello d’Alba to the first rented factory, and registered registered the first patents. The land for the construction of their own premises is purchased nearby, where this vision came to fruition in 1991.
Corino continued to grow as a reliable and inspirational establishment, with exports surpassing domestic turnover in 1999.
In 2007, Roberto Corino’s sons Paolo and Francesco Corino joined the company, an auspicious sign of the developments to come. Corino has continued to expand, and by 2017, it has a market presence in over 72 countries all over the world.
Weftstraighteners:
Super-N, the first revolutionary automatic pin wheel weftstraightener, loved by all wool finishers in the world, made the story of Corino Macchine.
N-Max, the first combined pin wheel/optical weftstraightener. MK, the universal weftstraightener.
Super-N: This automatic weftstraightener for all woven fabrics is capable of correcting all types of distortions, diagonal, curved, sinusoidal and asymmetric, thanks to a simple but effective physical principle. The weft yarns are brought back to their original position by tensioning them transversally.
Little-N: Compact version and smaller brother of Super-N, for installation in reduced spaces.
N-Max: The most advanced of the weftstraighteners. A Corino invention, combining the pin wheel system to the optical system with movable rollers. The result is a machine able to set, guarantee and certify a perfectly straight weft. The tall ver-
tical machine structure allows to easily replace any existing weftstraightener, requiring the same floor area.
MK-Lectron: Weftstraightener to correct curved andmdiagonal distortions on knitted and woven fabrics. The movement of the correction rollers is controlled by the LECTRON electronic system, designed and produced by Corino.
Super-N
TOMSIC testing equipments for spinning mills at ITM
TOMSIC is one of the leading companies, active in production and marketing of complete laboratory equipment for spinning mills as well as quality monitoring system for sliver and roving and autoleveller system for cards and drawframes. TOMSIC’s mission is provide the best quality control technology for the whole spinning process.
TOMSIC’s testing machines and systems are developed with dedication and determination by TOMSIC family inside the factory in Gorizia, Italy in full accordance with safety measures and environmental impact in mind.
Thanks to a long experience in the textile sector and strong business philosophy the Tomsic laboratory and spinning products are already well known to major world markets. In fact, TOMSIC operate in more than 30 countries with local agents.
The consistently great success of TOMSIC machines is thanks to application of the most advanced technology, simplicity of operation, flexibility, low maintenance cost and an attractive purchase price.
Customer Care as a Priority
TOMSIC places a special focus on the long-term availability of spare parts and the best after sales service. In fact the company offers, in many countries around the world, besides the sales
agent, also a local after sales service, so that prompt and competent assistance is guaranteed.
TFT’s Combined Fibre Property Analyzer Operating Models: Hvi and ICC
Measuring the important fiber properties like length and strength with automated sampling, micronaire, maturity, moisture, color and trash; less space occupation, less weight and comfortable stainless steel top work space. Other features include combined and independent module testing, calibration in both ICC & HVI mode by USDA or any other international calibration cotton; and parallel as well as simultaneous operations
ensures faster testing. Flexible report options like date-wise, lot-wise, cotton standard as well as consolidated reports. Spinnability estimation of expected CSP and Process Proficiency (PP) in addition to SFI, FQI calculations.
TFT - Sampler Module
To prepare the uniform cotton beards for testing the length & strength in Tomsic Fiber Tester. Automated fiber comb sampling with better sampling repeatability avoids operator influence. The technology boasts fast sampling at a minimum of 200 combs per hour.
TFT - Trash Module
Advanced trash separation in 10/50 grams by buoyancy separation technique by the use of air currents is enabled, as well as trash measurement in terms of mass and in percentage.
Tomsic Fiber Tester -TFT
Ecologic Plus II by Brazzoli at ITM
Ecologic Plus II is the machine for rope fabric dyeing process designed and produced by Brazzoli.
BRAZZOLI in the respect of its tradition, and by concentrating its efforts in the research and development activity, is reaching inimitable results in the optimisation of the industrial process of discontinue dyeing, by rendering the proposed products a technological reference for any textile company willing to win the world market challenge.
In the last years the company has borne witness to an incredible evolution of the dyeing machines which have undergone, in the exasperated search for a reduction of the liquor ratio and timing of the process, a radical change.
An evolution of the previous Ecologic, this new version controls and automatically operates all the machine parameters (lap time, bath ratio, fabric absorption, pump speed, reel speed) as well as the dyeing phases. Thus, optimizing consumption and costs and
standardizing the dyeing results in different product batches.
The automatic control and management system of the washing process (Innowash) keeps the water consumption ratio at the lowest possible level.
The new O.P.S. (Optimized Performance System) is now at its third version with important mechanical and software innovations, to optimize even
more the washing process as well as simplify the maintenance work.
The Multiflex system (exclusive Brazzoli) allows combining machines with different dimensions in order to increase production flexibility, while maintaining quality standards.
The new technical solutions offer greater mechanical reliability, while maintenance procedures have been modified to optimize productivity due to reduced machine downtime.
VR9000 – Raising machine by Danti Paolo
DANTI PAOLO is a manufacturer of textile finishing machines, located in Montemurlo, near Florence. The machines are entirely manufactured in the Montemurlo plant, by expert labour and designed on the base of more than 80 years of experience.
The company exports its machines in many parts of the world where it offers installation and after sale service.
DANTI PAOLO company attends the major trade shows of textile machines and has an expanding sales network.
The machines produced by DANTI PAOLO company are:
Raising machines
Shearing machines
Brush/Sueding machines
Polishing machines
VR9000 – Raising Machine
The DOUBLE DRUM RAISING MACHINE model VR9000 is composed of
two raising drums, placed one above the other, for better optimization of the space and a higher flexibility of process. With the double drum configuration, it is possible to process both faces of the fabric, or twice the same face, in one passage only.
The possibility of rotation of the raising drums, in both directions, allows a wide range of processes and increases the machine flexibility; moreover, thanks to the PLC control, it is possible to have advanced functions such as:
AUTOMATIC FABRIC LOADING on the drum.
INDEPENDENT MOTION OF THE AXLES to change the raising fillet on the machine.
AUTOMATIC RAISING to have the same raising power when changing fabric speed or drum speed.
ZERO RAISING to cancel immediately the raising power with drum still rotating and fabric in motion, to avoid breaking of the seams.
MEMORIZATION of processing parameters in the machine memory, to recall them in the future.
RAISING POWERS can be set either at the machine in motion or at machine stopped.
Tonello shares thoughts on sustainability and Pakistani Market
Tonello, the Italian machinery manufacturing and garment finishing technologies company, established in 1981, with a sharp focus on sustainability and encourages research and innovation and research to develop solutions for the washing, dyeing, finishing and drying industries. Tonello has branched out to a laser range for production and sampling as well.
Dennis Chiarello, Area Sales Manager, has been coming to Pakistan for over twenty years. Tonello has shared its washing technology and is a leader in garment manufacturing. Tonello not only caters to garment washing and dyeing but also to denim finishing industries.
Mr. Chiarello shared, “We are now facing a new era of washing technology. Everything is going towards low water consumption, reduction of chemicals, and reducing the impact of chemicals in the atmosphere. Technology that drastically
reduces liquidation without affecting pro ductivity: this is what we are trying to do.”
In addition, the newest innovation that Tonello has introduced and already implemented is technology to achieve the stone wash effect but without using stone.
“Changing the metal drum to get the important look for the buyer that it seems they cannot live without it,” said Mr. Chiarello, “there still is a long way to go to use them in a proper way to be sustainable in terms of the environment as well as economically sustainable.”
Cost-effectiveness as a priority
In terms of how receptive the market is, he says “Pakistan has always been one of the best markets for our company, surely because it is a denim hub. The best mills of denim are in Pakistan. While the last two years have been difficult, this year 2024 has started in a good way and
seems to be a good opportunity for the future for both us and also for our customers, so it seems everything is going well”.
Tonello works closely with Al Ameen. The partnership started four to five years ago. “The professionalism and ethics they bring to business is not easy to find in the market,” shares Mr. Chiarello.
Dissolva, Lafer’s waterless cleaning technology
Dry cleaning of synthetic stretch fabrics has evolved into a more advanced process that ensures maximum safety for workers and the environment while improving the oil removal action.
Introducing Dissolva
The Dissolva uses an organic solvent which is much more effective than water for eliminating through dissolution the spinning oils present especially in synthetic fabrics with elastic fibres. Since most of these oils are insoluble in water, conventional washing needs to emulsify the same through detergents and carry the oil away using a significant quantity of water. In the Dissolva, this water is saved.
About Lafer
Lafer is one of the most innovative surface finishing machinery suppliers and have been pursuing ideas for better fabrics for over 40 years.
All mechanical, electronic and software elements are designed, assembled and tested in our Schio factory to ensure total control over the machines.
According to Larry Fontana of Lafer, “We believe the very best finishing results are achieved when fabric tension and movement are controlled with the utmost care. You will achieve better fabrics due to this design principle along with a very strong integration between software, electronics and mechanical elements.”
Santex Rimar AG at ITM 2024
The SANTEX RIMAR GROUP is committed to environmental protection and is not only focussing on its machine technology solutions, but also on its own value chain. Headquartered at complex at Trissino, Italy, is part of one of the largest architecturally-integrated photovoltaic systems in the world. The technology uses solar cells to convert energy from the sun into a usable power supply.
SANTEX RIMAR GROUP has been based at the site since 2015. Its 1,600 square meters of offices and 7,000 square meters of production space form a unique photovoltaic system which provides energy to all the group’s operations there. It means that machines from Isotex, Sperotto Rimar and SMIT are made from green energy in Trissino.The 3.1 MW photovoltaic plant in Trissino has been in operation since May 2011 and repowered in 2023, it produces about 3.7 GWh of energy, saving 1,970 tons of CO2 per year.
At ITM 2024, SANTEX RIMAR GROUP and SMIT booths, having 99.9% reusable and recyclable materials, were declared the most elegant of the exhibition by many customers.Not having brought machinery to avoid creating CO2 confirms the group's eco attitude.
“ITM as always is amazing, the atmosphere is energetic, and the response has been great with very fruitful conversations,” shared SANTEX RIMAR.
Pakistan textile industry has a huge potential, the Pakistani textile industry is
very mature and carry great history enrich in great experiences, the people here are very professional with great depth of knowledge.
Our finishing solutions for the industry have been welcomed by the industry for many decades. We have been working with our agents AHS successfully for a long time. Past few years due to political and economic instability the industry has suffered but we predict that in the coming future the industry is going rise up again.
Guarneri’s range of conventional calendars
Guarneri Technology offers a portfolio of tailor-made calenders for the textile and technical fabrics sector. With designs starting from a deep knowledge of the sector, the machines offer cutting-edge engineering solutions combined with high quality. The products and services have been studied and perfected from generation to generation for 60 years, with a simple and unique goal: maximum customer satisfaction.
All our conventional calenders are equipped with Siemens S7 PLC and with 4 different softwares in order to obtain the best production results.
Our range of Conventional Calendars includes:
Conventional Calender GTC260
Guarneri Technology™ 2 bowl
conventional calender offers constant line force and a defined crown on the steel roller surface.
Conventional Calender GTC360
Guarneri Technology™ 3 bowl conventional calender concept is the best-seller calender for different applications. With its different bowls configuration gives high performance where the deflection compensation control is not required.
possibilities of finishing on the fabric. With its 12 different bowls configuration is very well appreciate where the camber on the rollers are accepted.
Conventional Calender GTC570
Guarneri Technology™ 5 bowl
Conventional Calender GTC470
Guarneri Technology™ 4 bowl conventional calender is called UNIVERSAL calender due to the different
conventional calender is called THE SOFT MONSTER due to its dimensions and due to the degree of softness reached in its roller nips.
Prosino presents high performance rings that enhance spinning and twisting operations
When it comes to spinning and twisting rings, Prosino srl is the market leader with a yearly manufacturing of more than 9.000.000 rings and world market presence since 1946.
In the spinning of short staple fibers such as cotton, polyester, viscose, and their blends, Prosino’s spinning rings are designed to optimise the manufacturing process. By integrating rings into spinning frames, customers can achieve significant reductions in maintenance costs while gaining superior control over spindle-tospindle yarn tension. This ensures consistent yarn quality, with noticeable improvements in parameters like reduced hairiness, lower Uster values, and fewer imperfections.
Additionally, the rings offer an extended traveller life, meaning less frequent replacements and more uptime. Prosino provides a high degree of customization, allowing you to tailor ring sizes to fit any spinning frame brand. To further enhance operations, Prosino also offers a wide range of accessories, including traveller cleaners, plate holders, aluminum holders, and anti-balloon control rings.
For those working with long staple fibers such as wool, acrylic, and their blends, the spinning rings deliver exceptional stability and performance. One of the key benefits is a notable
reduction in maintenance costs, thanks in part to the“4+4” lubrication system, which ensures consistent lubrication throughout the process. This system also helps to minimize yarn contamination from lubrication oil, preserving the quality of the yarn. With these rings, customers experience excellent control over spindleto-spindle yarn tension and consistently reliable yarn quality, characterised by reduced hairiness, lower Uster values, and fewer imperfections.
Prosino’s products are highly customisable, with ring sizes available for any spinning mill brand, and Prosino offers custom-made ring rails to meet
specific needs. To complement the setup, Prosino provides a comprehensive range of accessories, including plate holders, wick cover brass tubes, and anti-balloon control rings.
For the twisting of technical fibers such as glass, polypropylene, nylon, and fishing nets, our twisting rings offer unparalleled benefits. Customers can expect a notable reduction in maintenance costs and continuous lubrication, thanks to the sintered rings.
This design not only maintains consistent lubrication but also minimizes yarn contamination from lubrication oil, preserving the integrity of fibres.
The rings provide enhanced control over spindle-to-spindle yarn tension, which is particularly valuable in reducing broken filaments during glass twisting. The result is consistently high yarn quality across the board. To support operations further, a wide array of accessories is available, including durable ring holders.
By upgrading spinning and twisting operations with Prosino’s specialised rings, customers reap the rewards of significant improvements in quality, efficiency, and cost savings, and will set their business up for long-term success.
Itema showcased its latest weaving innovations and the HelloItema Customer Portal at ITM 2024
Itema, the leading global provider of advanced weaving solutions including weaving machines, spare parts and integrated services, exhibited at ITM 2024 its latest weaving innovations and the full set of digital functionalities and smart solutions offered by the HelloItema Customer Portal.
Itema established in 2022 its own company in Türkiye, with the aim of maximizing benefits for Turkish customers. With offices in Istanbul and in Bursa, Itema Türkiye provides Itema customers with timely, accurate and beneficial services.
In the words of Pamir Özaltan, Itema Türkiye Managing Director “Türkiye is, since ever, one of the three main markets for Itema. We hold leadership in numerous market segments and in different textile areas of the country. At ITM 2024 we brought on show some interesting innovations for important textile productions, such as terry, curtains, and apparel fabrics.”
Itema, in fact, took advantage of the ITM stage to exhibits some of the latest weaving innovations introduced at ITMA in June 2023 in Milan and that, almost one year after market launch, received appreciation and warm welcome by worldwide weavers. Particularly, ITM visitors had the chance to see running live at the Itema booth:
The new R9500EVOterry. The Itema terry machines, thanks to their excellent textile versatility and machine reliability, are preferred by worldwide terry weavers, with an impressive number of machines installed in more than 35 countries, and the absolute market leaders in the weaving of terry fabrics in the Denizli district in Türkiye. In the EVO version, the Itema R9500EVOterry further improves textile mastery, performances, and ease of use;
The new R9500EVO, on show both in wide and narrow width to highlight the superior textile mastery achieved thanks to the EVO improvements;
The new iSAVERfancy that, based on the technology of iSAVEReco, is available up to 6 weft colors and allows to eliminate the waste selvedge on the left-hand side of the rapier machine thus providing substantial costs saving and significant contribution to sustainable weaving by reducing raw materials and resources waste
Moreover, the customer portal HelloItema took central stage during the show to demonstrate the full set of digital functionalities and smart solutions that are now available for the Itema customers to make their working life easier and to add value to their investment. HelloItema is an online platform, accessible by browser or app through any digital device – and on EVO generation Itema machines also from the machine console directly from the mill floor – where the weaver can, with a simple click, purchase original spare parts in a renewed and optimized e-commerce and check order status in real-time, open service tickets and access relevant machines documents.
The Itema Group Chief Sales and Service, Matteo Mutti commented on the Itema participation at ITM “We look forward to ITM as the stage to showcase our latest innovations to the whole Middle Eastern textile industry. We worked on our product line-up to show effective, tangible, smart solutions to weavers since our primary mission is to support our customers in improving their competitiveness and their results.”
On show in the Itema booth visitors also found the latest solutions to upgrade the existing Itema – and previous brands Sulzer, Somet and Vamatex – looms and the full range of OEM spare parts.
The Itema Group company Lamiflex also presented at ITM in Itema booth with their advanced weaving accessories offering, including rapier tapes and sprocket wheels.
Marzoli displays innovative roving frame FTM320 at ITM 2024
Marzoli, part of Camozzi Group company and a leader in the supply of complete spinning lines, components and digitalised solutions that optimise the performance in the spinning process, showcased a range of solutions at the ITM (Hall 7 - Booth 709B) , which are designed to deliver higher levels of performance and are aligned with the standards of the Camozzi Group, whose approach and values the company shares.
The concept of Textile Engineering, a key part of the Marzoli identity, encapsulates their goal to produce innovative textiles solutions. They also work closely with their customers, supporting them at every stage in the acquisition and operation cycle: from preliminary studies to plant construction, line start-up, production optimisation, plant management and digitalisation. It is this combination that distinguishes Marzoli as a unique global partner in the creation of manufacturing solutions and underscores the mission to shape the future of the textile industry, the company states.
At ITM, the prime focus was on the new Roving Frame FTM320: the longest machine. The innovative roving frame with a central headstock and independent double side modules works simultaneously, to allow spinners to increase efficiency by up to 5%.
The long-term vision and innovative digital journey that Marzoli and Camozzi Group designed several years ago, have made it possible to develop the first A.I. enabled platform dedicated to the textile industry. This, combined with solutions for remote maintenance, advanced software for the integration of management tools and apps for the analysis of cotton waste, allow spinners to benefit from a significant increase in production (up to
5.5%) and efficiency (up to 8%), while at the same time reducing maintenance and failure costs by up to 30%.
At ITM, a section of the booth was dedicated to nonwoven solutions, providing visitors the chance to learn more about Marzoli's tailored offerings for this sector. Special emphasis was placed on the range of applications, including wipes, medical-surgical, disposable, and filtration products.
Since 2012, Marzoli has focused research on continuous innovation in the mechanical regeneration of textile fibres for its customers. This event again, provided an opportunity to highlight the developments made in this pressing and fundamental change in the textile industry.
HYPER and BOLT XS by EFI Reggiani
EFI Reggiani has a very strong presence and extraordinary success in Pakistan at first with the number one position in rotary printing and now in digital printing as well. The remarkable success of EFI Reggiani with a long history of 30 years is due to the confidence of the customers on the technology. The HYPER printing machine for example can compete with every machine in the market.
The EFI Reggiani HYPER- the fastest textile scan printer on the market that delivers stunning printing quality and superior overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
The EFI Reggiani BOLT XS - the nextgeneration of single-pass textile printing that integrates cuttingedge digital technology to move mass production to on-demand.
The end-to-end digital textile workflow for EFI Reggiani printerspowered by Inèdit Software - designed to ensure absolute colour accuracy, continuous cost control, stunning colour variations in a few clicks and maximum safety for your designs thanks to a unique in-theindustry, two-level encryption.
EFI™ is a global technology company, leading the worldwide
transformation from analog to digital imaging. EFI develops breakthrough technologies for the manufacturing of signage, packaging, textiles, ceramic tiles, and building materials with a wide range of printers and inks, working together to increase profits, lower costs, improve productivity, and optimize efficiency.
Mr. Antonino Tricomi, the Vice President Sales and New Business Development, EFI Reggiani, emphasised the significance of the Pakistani market, particularly for the Reggiani brand.
Erhardt+Leimer: Global solutions for production of the future
Intelligent technologies and products of the highest quality are designed to optimize the production processes of our customers all around the world. This is the claim as the internationally expanding Erhardt+Leimer group of companies.
With significant global presence –from development to production and service, E+L develop customer-specific solutions and provide the customers with excellent products, catered to their specific preferences. Not only this, but they also set new standards for the production of tomorrow. In the process, it is not just the products that are growing increasingly smart, the entire company is currently undergoing a digital transformation. One visible indication of this is the E+L online shop, which enables
customers to order products and spare parts quickly and easily from their website.
With over than 1600 employees at sites across Europe, Asia and America. E+L delivers cutting edge technology on
time to any location in the world.
In everything E+L does, the aim is to utilise company resources responsibly to safeguard the environment and demonstrate a steadfast commitment to increase sustainability.
Color Service srl: Accuracy and sustainability in the made-in-Italy dosing automation
Color Service can proudly look back on 37 years of history to ascertain how the company‘s face has transformed into a reality globally recognised as the leader in automatic dosing systems for powder and liquid products.
As a consequence, Color Service has gained the trust of more than 3.000 clients and provided them with many solutions solving the problems associated with the manual weighing of products. Through its global presence, the company helps customers over the entire life cycle of the systems, including assistance with the selection of the appropriate equipment, design-in support, installation, and after-sale servicing.
In 1987 Color Service was the first company to introduce in the market the first automatic dosing systems for dyestuffs, changing the approach of textile market towards automation. Thanks to high-speed irrigation screws and a unique scraper, our weighing machine mod. TRS automatically weighs every sort of dyestuff in powder or granule form, achieving a remarkable accuracy within small weighing. This device is integrated with a variety of automatic dissolving systems, which, based on the dissolution parameters and the quantity to feed dyeing machines, dissolve the dosed formula and deliver it to the customer's destinations.
Additionally, Color Service manufactures dosing/dissolving units for powder chemicals (Salt, Soda, Sodium), preparing the solution without changing the proper liquor ratio, as well as gravimetric/volumetric automatic dosing systems for liquid chemicals and auxiliaries. These systems combine the speed of volumetric measurement with the accuracy of gravimetric dosing.
In the textile sector, laboratory dyeing is fundamental to simulating the real dyeing production process. A wide range of laboratory equipment is designed and provided by Color Service such as automatic dyeing batches and solutions makers, volumetric solutions dosing systems with pipetting, automatic dye and chemical dispensers for small machines.
All Color Service dispensing systems are able of achieving higher dosing precision, reproducibility of recipes, and high production speed that allows the production process to be repeatable 24/7 and
reliable, allowing "zero defects" production. As a result, human intervention is minimized, and risk factors are essentially eliminated. All system processes are tracked and automatically monitored, and data is captured in software designed to be user-friendly and intuitive.
The majority of our innovations have been oriented toward environmental sustainability and industry 4.0 regulations. The boost in productivity and product quality, as well as the significant improvement in employee working conditions along with a massive energy saving, represents the highest benefits of our automation. The fully closed and aspirated system guarantees total control of the dust released during weighing and product suction that is retrieved and reintroduced into the production cycle, with obvious ecological and economic benefits. Indeed, one of the technology's highest priorities is to substantially minimize environmental and ecological hazards by limiting energy/water consumption, reducing pollution, and reducing material waste in order to create a sustainable finished product for customers.
With these trump cards in hand, the company had a significant increase in order intake in 2023, a successful goal rewarding the made-in-Italy technology.
Automation for powder dyes TRS
Batch and continuous dyeing MCK
Enhancing cotton quality with Loptex’s sorter easy Link EXA
Loptex proudly introduces the Sorter Easy Link EXA, a pioneering solution that promises to transform the cotton blow room line industry. This new system to detect and eliminate contaminants in both established and newlyestablished cotton processing lines, offering a comprehensive solution tailored for quality-focused mills.
In the textile industry, the integrity of cotton is of utmost importance. However, the challenge of hand-picked, highly contaminated cotton has long been a concern for mills dedicated to achieving excellence. Fortunately, the introduction of the Sorter Easy Link EXA marks a significant step toward overcoming this challenge.
The Sorter Easy Link EXA is equipped with an array of embedded color cameras and multiple LED illumination sources. Consequently, it culminates in a cuttingedge system capable of detecting and eliminating diverse forms of contaminants. Moreover, its adaptability to address a variety of contaminants and various fiber colors underscores its versatility and alignment with the everevolving textile landscape.
The EXA Data system, in synergy with an external dedicated PC, extends beyond realtime monitoring to encompass the collection and archival of statistical and historical data from the Sorter units..
A notable feature of the Sorter Easy Link EXA is its capacity for remote connectivity via VPN to Loptex’s headquarters. This capability enables predictive maintenance, ensuring that critical components remain in optimal condition.
About Loptex
Loptex has been serving the textile industry for more than 25 years and offers state of the art technologies for the fibers quality improvement in cotton and
in non-woven industries. Loptex stands out for its pioneering vision and innovative spirits. It successfully faces the challenges and the quality demands of the markets through its know-how, flexibility, experience, and problemsolving approach. Loptex rely on Italian and European sub suppliers. Its assembly facility is in Northern Italy, Como Area, close to the Swiss border. It includes R&D, production, sales and after sales departments. Loptex through agencies and service stations in the main textile areas of the world, guarantees excellence in service and support to its customers.
Mesdan showcased Nati Advanced and the latest AutoDyn 3 at ITM
Mesdan is the brand of the Vandewiele group of companies offering yarn joining solutions and textile testing equipment. At ITM 2024 Mesdan showcased thier well known two laboratory equipments, Nati Advanced and AutoDyn 3.
Nati Advanced is one of the MesdanLab most known equipment; it is the instrument to determinate neps in raw cotton, neps and trash in cotton sliver and roving, neps in synthetic and blended sliver, hence the ideal tool to improve quality and efficiency of carding and combing operations.
The AutoDyn 3 on display at ITM is the third generation of the well-known
AutoDyn series, the automatic yarn strength tester, that high success reached during the last 15 years. It embodies: latest technology, best electronics, new software & new accessories, stunning performances (capacity, versatility, accuracy and testing efficiency) and Italian design. AutoDyn 3 represents the most complete and universal testing equipment, being suitable for single fibres, fibre bundles, single yarns (automatic testing), technical yarns, hanks+LEA, fabrics, garment accessories, up to the maximum force of 3kN. It is the ideal dynamometer for the smaller spinning
mills, for the integrated mills, the knitters and weavers who want to check the incoming yarns at a large scale, besides the quality of their internal fabric production. Thanks to its versatility it is also recommended for schools and universities, R&D and testing laboratories.
