February

New test for microfibre release during washing

BALTIMORE / BÖNNIGHEIM - Sportswear brand Under Armour, textile testing company Hohenstein and measuring device provider PPT Group have teamed up to publish a standardised test method to determine microfibre release from textiles under simulated washing ...

Psychology 'can reduce online returns' - study

MUNICH - Targeted psychological interventions on the environmental impact of fashion returns can change shoppers' behaviours, according to the largest study of its kind. The study of more than 220,000 customers and more than 100,000 orders in eight European countries ...

US agencies 'must collaborate on textile waste'

WASHINGTON DC - US government agencies need to work together to tackle the environmental impacts from the growing problem of textile waste, according to a new report from a watchdog. The US Government Accountability Office (GAO), US Congress's auditing body, also says ...


		Nike backs waterless dyeing Nike has entered into a strategic partnership with DyeCoo Textile Systems B.V., a Netherlands-based machinery builder that has developed and built the first commercially available waterless textile dyeing machines that use CO2 instead of water. Read More

		EU mulls tighter textile import controls The European Commission is considering the introduction of stricter legislation to help curb the import of clothing and textiles into the European Union that would be strictly forbidden to produce in member states, writes Tone Tobiasson. Read More

		Study says PFC’s compromise children’s health Harvard scientists have released a new study saying children exposed to fluorine-based chemicals from textiles and food packaging, may have compromised immune systems and are less likely to respond to routine vaccinations. Perfluorocarbons (PFC’s) are widely used to give stain- and water-repellent finishes to outdoor clothing and interior textiles. Read More

		Munich warms to growing eco-selection Visitors to the Munich Fabric Start exhibition, which took place in sub-zero temperature Germany this week, were warmed by the event’s growing dedication to those fabric buyers and specifiers looking to source environmentally friendly textiles. Read More

		DyStar joins Sustainable Apparel Coalition DyStar is one of the latest members to join the one-year old Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC), now that the organisation has been officially incorporated as a nonprofit corporation in the USA and is actively looking to widen its membership beyond a 'founding circle' of members. Read More

		RECRUITMENT: Lead Auditor, Bluesign Bluesign is looking for a Lead Auditor to plan, prepare and carry out audits. Locations: Augsburg/Germany or Hongkong/China; fulltime Read More

		RECRUITMENT: Environmental Supply Chain Consultant, Made By MADE-BY is a European non-profit organisation whose mission is to improve environmental and social standards in the fashion industry and communicate progress in a way that consumers understand.The consultant is responsible for creating and implementing a fitting environmental sustainability programme for the fashion brands that MADE-BY supports. Read More

		Sustainable cotton guide launch draws closer The Insiders Guide to Cotton and Sustainability, written by Simon Ferrigno and edited by John Mowbray, will be available for purchase from January 2012. Published by MCL Global, producers of Ecotextile News and Knitting Trade Journal, the 100 page booklet covers the ecological impact of cotton production and the environmental challenges that this presents. Read More

		In the Next issue of the magazine - OUT NOW Interviews: Two minutes with ... Jason Kibbey, Executive Director, Sustainable Apparel Coalition; Doug Hoschek, co-inventor of Polarfleece. Insight: Concerns on brand joint roadmap to zero discharge; Waterless dyeing and greenwash; Recycled synthetic fibres and labelling; Greening the blues vision for denim; Comment: Victoria's Secret and cotton; Exclusive insight with top executives at Huntsman, Clariant and DyStar; A forecast of the Year Ahead; Interior textiles round-up from Heimtextil; Latest news, insight and analysis. And much more ... Read More *Call us on: +44 1977 708488 to subscribe to the printed magazine + online archived back issues + premium online access.*


		Textile pollution high on agenda — again A new consultation document on the joint brand roadmap to zero toxic discharge and the benefits of waterless dyeing were the main talking points at a well attended sustainable textiles seminar run by MADE-BY last week in The Netherlands. Read More

		Closed-loop uniform recycling in China Together with two subsidiaries of Asahi Group holdings, Teijin has launched what is says is the first closed-loop recycling system in China for polyester uniforms as it reveals it is now working with brands such as Henri Lloyd, Li Ning, Quiksilver as well as Patagonia on garment take-back programs. Read More

		NAT signs Crailar yarn development deal Naturally Advanced Technologies Inc. has teamed up with US-based Tuscarora Yarns to explore the development of new, blended yarns using Crailar flax fibres. Read More

		Digital printing application for Newlife CCS Digital Fabric GmbH, a large format, digital textile printer manufacturer and textile firm Awitex has developed a new fabric made using Newlife yarns from Filature Miroglio. Read More

		Continuum to continue conversation The new Continuum boutique textile trade show on sustainability, which ran alongside the established Kingpins at its recent launch in New York City plans to run again in July. Read More

		RECRUITMENT: Lead Auditor, Bluesign Bluesign is looking for a Lead Auditor to plan, prepare and carry out audits. Location: Augsburg, other Bluesign offices possible Read More

		RECRUITMENT: Environmental Supply Chain Consultant, Made By MADE-BY is a European non-profit organisation whose mission is to improve environmental and social standards in the fashion industry and communicate progress in a way that consumers understand.The consultant is responsible for creating and implementing a fitting environmental sustainability programme for the fashion brands that MADE-BY supports. Read More

		Sustainable cotton guide launch draws closer The Insiders Guide to Cotton and Sustainability, written by Simon Ferrigno and edited by John Mowbray, will be available for purchase from January 2012. Published by MCL Global, producers of Ecotextile News and Knitting Trade Journal, the 100 page booklet covers the ecological impact of cotton production and the environmental challenges that this presents. Read More

		In the Next issue of the magazine - OUT NOW Interviews: Two minutes with ... Jason Kibbey, Executive Director, Sustainable Apparel Coalition; Doug Hoschek, co-inventor of Polarfleece. Insight: Concerns on brand joint roadmap to zero discharge; Waterless dyeing and greenwash; Recycled synthetic fibres and labelling; Greening the blues vision for denim; Comment: Victoria's Secret and cotton; Exclusive insight with top executives at Huntsman, Clariant and DyStar; A forecast of the Year Ahead; Interior textiles round-up from Heimtextil; Latest news, insight and analysis. And much more ... Read More *Call us on: +44 1977 708488 to subscribe to the printed magazine + online archived back issues + premium online access.*


	Exclusive: GOTS ratifies updated standard Next month the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) will officially release its latest version of its standard which lifts a total ban on all biocides and certain fabric softeners, allows certain synthetic fabric finishes, prohibits functioning nanoparticles, asks for metrics on water and energy use and sets a date for a transition to post-consumer recycled polyester content. Read More

	OIA in China for Eco Index launch Representatives from the Outdoor Industry Association are in China this week for the regional launch of the Eco Index, the collaboratively-developed environmental impact assessment framework. Read More

	Double eco award for Vaude Outdoor apparel brand Vaude was honoured for its sustainability achievements with two Eco Responsibility awards at the recent Ispo exhibition in Munich. Read More

	New database for sustainable textiles Two high profile Danish fashion and design centres have joined forces to create a new database for sustainable textile manufacturers. Read More

	Fluorine-free kidswear from H&M This season’s winter collection at Swedish retail giant H&M includes outdoor clothing treated with fluorine-free water-repellent coatings instead of the usual fluorosurfactants that are often applied to textiles to give a waterproof finish. Read More

	Planet Textiles to debut in Shanghai Some of the world's largest clothing brands will hook up with some of the world's largest apparel companies when the Planet Textiles event on sustainability takes place next year on 19th October 2011 in Shanghai, China. Read More

	Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy February 2011 issue: Interview: Two minutes with Mark Held, Secretary General, European Outdoor Group; IEA outlines BCI growth: Turkey, China and USA mooted; Recycled Polyester new advances; Special wool report; Nike indexing tool: a road test; Texworld USA report...and all the latest news and analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More


	Green buyers look to Texworld Eco-textiles continue to be strongly represented at the Texworld fabric exhibition with recycled cotton, eco-denim, low impact printed fabrics, organic and even recycled silks taking centre stage at the event. John Mowbray reports from Paris. Read More

	Sainsbury’s inks Fairtrade cotton deal UK supermarket chain J Sainsbury has agreed a deal to source all of its Fairtrade cotton from India. Read More

	Fair for Life label updated The Swiss Bio-Foundation and the Institute for Marketecology (IMO) will present the new version of the Fair for Life Social & FairTrade Certification Programme at this week’s Biofach fair. Read More

	Coming unstuck over zips It became evident that zips are causing supply chain problems for sustainably-minded sports brands, at the bluesign summit, held daily during the ISPO sports show in Munich from February 6-9. Read More

	Tencel C for ‘wellness’ denim Spanish denim manufacturer Tejidos Royo has launched a new line featuring Lenzing’s new latest Tencel C fibre. Read More

	Planet Textiles to debut in Shanghai Some of the world's largest clothing brands will hook up with some of the world's largest apparel companies when the Planet Textiles event on sustainability takes place next year on 19th October 2011 in Shanghai, China. Read More

	Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy February 2011 issue: Interview: Two minutes with Mark Held, Secretary General, European Outdoor Group; IEA outlines BCI growth: Turkey, China and USA mooted; Recycled Polyester new advances; Special wool report; Nike indexing tool: a road test; Texworld USA report...and all the latest news and analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More


	Esprit bans sandblasting technique Esprit has said it will stop the use of the controversial sandblasting technique in its global production chain with immediate effect. The ban applies to all Esprit fabrics and all international suppliers. Read More

	Eco award for Tencel Sun Lenzing has won the 2011 Ispo Eco Responsibility Award in the Fibres & Fabrics category for its Tencel Sun fibre. Read More

	Brands and manufacturers opt for Bluesign The bluesign standard continues to attract members from across the international textile supply chain with several new companies joining the partner network or signing up to conduct screenings. Read More

	Tirupur shuts polluting dyehouses Over 700 textile dyeing and finishing units in Tirupur India have been ordered to shut down by the Madras High Court after discharging salt-laden effluent into the nearby Noyyal river, which has severely impacted on local farmers and the environment. Read More

	Stay Fresh approved by EPA Quick-Med Technologies has received approval from the US Environmental Protection Agency for Stay Fresh, the first antimicrobial technology containing hydrogen peroxide approved by EPA for the antimicrobial preservation of textiles. Read More

	Planet Textiles to debut in Shanghai Some of the world's largest clothing brands will hook up with some of the world's largest apparel companies when the Planet Textiles event on sustainability takes place next year on 19th October 2011 in Shanghai, China. Read More

	Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy February 2011 issue: Interview: Two minutes with Mark Held, Secretary General, European Outdoor Group; IEA outlines BCI growth: Turkey, China and USA mooted; Recycled Polyester new advances; Special wool report; Nike indexing tool: a road test; Texworld USA report...and all the latest news and analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More

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