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January 2016

29 January 2016
GB Patagonia moves its UK headquarters to central Manchester
DE ‘Better than expected’ mood at ISPO
DE Top sportswear CEOs meet EC representatives in quest for single market Free Content
DE Cordura fabrics get nod in every ISPO Textrends category
BE Gunter Pauli warns of “cascade effect” of moving away from natural fibres
28 January 2016
US Under Armour’s Q4 footwear revenues leap 95%
DE Adidas claims world first with laceless boot Free Content
FI Jabil and partners develop textile-based heart monitoring system
FR Decathlon reports 12% revenue growth for 2015
NZ New appointment aims to re-establish Icebreaker as a “challenger” brand
27 January 2016
GB Triathlon deal is “massive step” for VO2
NL Price rises and name change as Dyneema stamps ownership on cuben fibre Free Content
DE BASF price rise could affect foam production
DE European Outdoor Group expands membership to ingredient brands
BR Synthetic apparel increases in South America help to offset currency issues for Unifi
26 January 2016
GB Wearable electronics to drive nanofibre market to 25% annual growth, report says
IT Graphene provider calls Colmar collection “start of a revolution”
DE Outdoor industry survey: Rising prices lead to positive outlook for 2016 Free Content
FI European Chemicals Agency states position on PFOA
AU Woolmark publishes sourcing guide for sportswear
25 January 2016
SE Eight new snowsports helmets will have MIPS protection technology
ES Buff brings out new children’s hat collection
GB Columbia Sportswear unveils new Manchester United collection Free Content
US Allied announces new fluorocarbon-free down treatment
MC Adidas to cancel IAAF sponsorship, BBC insists
22 January 2016
US Textile organisations pledge to boost understanding of organic fibres
DE ISPO announces Products of the Year Free Content
DE Consumers will have more power in 2016, says ISPO organiser
FR More shoe brands sign up as Michelin strides ahead with technical soles
IT Merino tennis collection is a world first, Italian brand claims
21 January 2016
IT Partners sign up for Fulgar’s ‘eco’ fibre
VN Vietnam: Footwear industry targets 20% growth in 2016 Free Content
DE ICA’s cotton traceability system ‘a massive step forward for brands’
MM Myanmar becomes a top-20 apparel supplier to the EU
IT Vittoria expects Olympic gold
20 January 2016
IT Colmar promises big graphene announcement at ISPO
DE First ISPO Award winners announced Free Content
JP Cordura targets Japan with fresh fabric offerings
US Gore publishes updated assessment for water repellency
IT Italian knitwear manufacturer invests in Lectra software
19 January 2016
SE H&M moves to 100% ethically sourced down Free Content
DE Puma selects new material for evoPOWER boot
SE H&M suppliers to learn more about hazardous substances from SGS
US Latest Bemis tapes add strength and breathability
GB Luxury association names two sports start-ups among 2016 Brands of Tomorrow
18 January 2016
LK Sri Lanka’s apparel-sector growth prospects will diminish, academic says
US USDA agrees deal on cotton identification technique
TW Yue Yuen posts $8.4 billion in sales for 2015
IT Phelps adds cap and googles to Aqua Sphere collection
DE Adidas names Hainer successor and partners Virgin for Galactic collection Free Content
15 January 2016
CH Indoor climbing “proliferation” tempts Mammut to open first US retail store
SI Aquafil powers local business with leftover energy Free Content
AT Black Diamond targets opportunities in Europe
CH HeiQ renames products to reinforce benefits
HR Joma believes glory is at hand for Croatia
14 January 2016
GB “Good progress” for Superdry’s parent company
NO Bergans’ molasses jacket gets thumbs up Free Content
DE EOCA gears up to celebrate 10th anniversary
CH Oeko-Tex Association updates Standard 100 rules
US Global Merino promises warmth, plus freedom of movement
13 January 2016
CH Archroma makes sustainability appointment
CN Adidas proud of record sales in China Free Content
US Invista’s latest patent ‘demonstrates commitment’ to bio raw materials
US Outdoor Retailer visitor numbers flat but awards draws record crowds
US FDRA welcomes President Obama’s comments on TPP
12 January 2016
CA Strong holiday sales boost confident Lululemon Free Content
JP Toray updates stretch fabric with plant-derived nylon
US AAFA appoints chairman as CEO
US Wolverine names new Saucony president
IT Wool goes sporty at Pitti Uomo
11 January 2016
TW Taiwanese company creates bike pedals from rice husks Free Content
CN Li Ning breaks even following losses in 2014
US Billabong’s US head steps down to ‘surf more’
CH Expanding EOG appoints new head of marketing
ET Five-country focus for Primark on women workers’ wellbeing
08 January 2016
SE Polygiene appoints North American marketing director
DE Willy Herman first to adopt Lycra’s cooling fabric
US Polartec launches its first cooling product Free Content
US Coolcore extends assets in thermoregulation with Tempnology purchase
US FTC fines four more retail groups over bamboo “mislabelling”
07 January 2016
US Change of name for rebranding Down Decor
DE Vibram’s ‘most advanced technology’ to launch at ISPO Free Content
US Textile Exchange publishes revised standards following year-long review
GB Roundtable event will discuss potential uses of graphene
US Chemours becomes Bluesign partner
06 January 2016
US Zensah incorporates sensors into compression wear
US Under Armour unveils first ‘smart’ shoe as part of new digital portfolio
US New Balance joins push towards smart textiles and devices Free Content
AU Concept III celebrates Australian customer’s merino blends success
PK Pakistan could be on course for the smallest cotton crop this century
05 January 2016
ES Spanish tennis star signs up with Joma
US Ski association launches record attempt to kickstart month of promotions
DE Wearables and health are key themes for ISPO Free Content
AU Weather conditions play havoc with global cotton planting
NO Pat Loomis retires from Bergans USA
04 January 2016
SE OrganoClick appoints for new marketing role
US Sensoria tracks foot impact and ‘advises’ on shoes
US Wilson’s ‘completely new’ tennis shoe reflects how game has changed Free Content
CH Schoeller to show off saltwater-resistant wool fabrics
FR Fewer companies, but strong French presence to continue at ISPO 2016

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