Technical Textiles
Techtextil and Texprocess Honor Solutions to Global Challenges With the 2026 Innovation Awards
The winners of the Techtextil and Texprocess Innovation Awards 2026 have been announced. Across ten categories, 17 international winners are being recognized for pioneering research, innovative products and materials, as …
From Nature Performance to Circular Economy: Techtextil 2026 Focuses on the Future Market for Technical Textiles
Alternative materials and recycling technologies are one of the most important future segments and drivers of innovation in technical textiles. Sustainability goals and regulatory requirements increase their relevance, while advances …
Techtextil 2026 Puts Functional Apparel in the Spotlight
The demand for high-performance textile solutions for the apparel industry increases – and with it the sector’s innovative strength. Techtextil 2026 addresses these developments: The Performance Apparel Textiles area (Hall …
Lighten Up – Rising Vehicle Weights Drive Innovation in Lightweight Textiles
Over the past decade, the rise of SUVs, electrification, and added safety/comfort features has steadily increased vehicle weight, reversing earlier trends toward lighter cars, which has implications for automotive textiles. …
PREVENTING Fraud, Detecting Fake Graphene In Textiles
False Claims in Textile Fiber Composition and Promotion Hype Continue to Unsettle the Market for This Wonder Carbon Super-Material. Over the years, there have been many false claims and deliberate …