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June 2015

30 June 2015
SE New recruits at Haglöfs
GB A strong year for Pentland
DE New TWD owners could make further acquisitions Free Content
CA Singer finds her own gymwear solution
GB Dare 2b puts its own reflective technology in cycling gear
29 June 2015
CN Protective clothing to represent strongest growth for coated fabrics
CH Industry can cut water use by “at least 50%” bluesign CEO says
KR Fresh Creora fabrics help swimwear-makers deliver
HT Under Armour exec shows faith in recycled-plastic textile start-up Free Content
CA Lululemon focuses on 'store with no walls'
26 June 2015
US Progress in knitting technology will mean supply chain shift, says Nike Free Content
US Nike reports ‘outstanding’ 2015
GB Berghaus staff lend a hand on conservation project
IT Huntsman makes polyurethane elastomer acquisition in Italy
BD H&M and Lectra co-host supply chain seminar in Bangladesh
25 June 2015
US US footwear association claims ‘historic win’
NL Brands need not fear competition law when raising wages, says Fair Wear
DE Adidas lays out ambitious strategy for football, running and Originals Free Content
GB Montane and Rab sign up early for new Pertex fabrics
US VF Corporation announces new chief operating officer
24 June 2015
DE New softening agent from Rudolf
FR Techtera celebrates its tenth birthday
DE Gains in hike, bike and running for Sympatex
IT Polartec and Pontetorto to partner following legal dispute Free Content
DE German minister inaugurates ICA Bremen's new facility
23 June 2015
DE Sportswear brand puts Schoeller technology in new running jacket
IN Indian yoga brand shuns polyester
NL Multimillion euro upgrade at DSM plant Free Content
AU Cotton Australia welcomes government pledge
US Nike veterans step down from board
22 June 2015
MU Mauritius aiming for textile export boost
US Techtextil North America says change of venue worked
US Patagonia takes stand against the Trans-Pacific Partnership Free Content
IT Sports and swimwear update from Eurojersey
CH New CEO named for restructuring Odlo
19 June 2015
NL Tanatex launches new product for whiteness retention in polyamide fabrics
US Nike elaborates on Flyweave technology Free Content
US OIA to support Made in America brands at OR
DE Hohenstein restructures management to reflect growth
BR Solvay Fibras invests in the future
18 June 2015
IT Macron puts Fulgar microfibre into new underwear line
GB BASF Force Majeure declaration affects polyamide 66 compounds
MY Malaysia considers whether sportswear complies with Islamic ruling
US Kevin Plank cements commitment to Under Armour Free Content
FR Lectra solution helps dancewear manufacturer expand
17 June 2015
KH EU takes over as Cambodia’s biggest textile export market
BE Velcro acquires Belgian hook-and-loop technology provider
BE Don’t forget textiles, says Euratex
US AAFA takes China changes into account in new restricted substances list
US Nike outstrips rivals as top footwear choice for US children Free Content
16 June 2015
FR French ski brand raises €3 million
US Columbia puts OutDry into clothing for the first time
DK Sustainia100 names top textile innovations Free Content
NL MADE-BY aims seminar series at sustainability teams
DE OEKO-TEX applauds updates to Partnership for Sustainable Textiles
15 June 2015
CO Colombia success brings IAF role for Botero
GB Start-ups win funding at Scottish Edge competition
US US textile and footwear associations welcome legislation
SE Swedish sportswear COO departs following ‘brand transition’
DE Ortovox puts faith in wool for technical collection Free Content
12 June 2015
US New York designer works with Velocio on women’s cycling collection
FR More cellulose companies sign up to sold-out Texworld
US Mount Vernon partnership boosts Carhartt’s FR offering
JP Onitsuka Tiger selects husband-and-wife textile team
DK Oeko-Tex accreditation for Danish insulation technology provider
11 June 2015
AT Lenzing’s FR fibre offers protection and comfort
US Currency headwinds hamper Quiksilver’s recovery
US Nike vows to grow basketball under new deal with NBA Free Content
TW Revenues up for Yue Yuen
PT Strong growth for Portuguese textiles in first four months
10 June 2015
JP Asahi Kasei prepares to show greener elastane at Interfilière
AU Nature provides more inspiration for advanced textiles and DWRs
US Mizuno USA aims for ‘next level’ with marketing hire
MZ Cotton made in Africa looks back over 10 years Free Content
DE Adidas eyes robotics-led manufacturing return to Europe
09 June 2015
NO Longserving Bergans of Norway CEO to step down
CA Lululemon hopes to break $2bn this year
US Could smart clothing lead to lower heating bills? Free Content
IT Italian cycling brand includes eVent’s ePTFE membrane technology for the first time
DE Patagonia strengthens its team in Austria and Germany
08 June 2015
DE BASF intermediate price increase will affect polyester supply chain
US Black Diamond confirms ownership structure decision led to president’s exit
DE QMILK considers unusual proposition
TW TTF says South China remains a priority Free Content
US OrthoLite takes first steps in accessories market
05 June 2015
US Trouble at the top for Black Diamond
GB Outdoor brand finds novel use for hot-air balloon fabric Free Content
US DownTek passes Responsible Down Standard
US Huntsman names new president of performance products division
IN Organic cotton growth 'news to celebrate' Free Content
04 June 2015
US 31% of factories ‘accepted’ in Timberland’s CSR update
TW Patagonia takes stand on 'modern-day slavery'
MY Arkema celebrates official opening of Malaysia plant
GB Can apparel-making move back to the UK? Yes, say Meet the Manufacturer organisers Free Content
US Rogers aims to make impact protection easier for designers
03 June 2015
CH EOG welcomes its first online-only retailers
US New Cordura fibre range can make high-vis fabrics
CN Cotton market heading for recovery - ICAC
BE Crailar forms committee to weigh its financial options
US K-Swiss on ‘aggressive’ acquisition trail Free Content
02 June 2015
US Google and Levi's to team up for ‘swipeable’ jeans Free Content
GB Majestic signals a move into football with Liverpool FC deal
DE Sustainable down and cellulosic fibres on agenda at outdoor events
BD Rana Plaza: 42 people charged
US New CFO for Wolverine Worldwide
01 June 2015
BE EU prepares to launch new project for recycling textile waste
US OIA report aims to help outdoor brands understand consumer demand
TW Organisers expect more than 400 exhibitors at TITAS 2015
US Mountain Games names FITS as official sock brand for 2015
NZ Icebreaker adds women’s products to hunting and fishing collection Free Content

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