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March 2017

31 March 2017
NL Shimano previews new autumn-winter cycling apparel collection
US Dow-Dupont merger delayed, but new material science company will emerge
CH Schoeller to show off heatable soft-shell material at Techtextil Free Content
ES Three headbands in new Buff collection
US A&E puts Repreve into new product
30 March 2017
FI Suunto’s new movement-sensing technology attracts interest
CA Lululemon returns to growth
DE OutDoor prepares for microadventures trend Free Content
FR Puma to sponsor French top-flight side
GB Gloves could protect construction workers from extreme vibrations
29 March 2017
US Merger is a possibility for Huntsman
DE Intersport invests in new distribution facility in Germany
US Black Diamond to donate to conversation organisation
US SIA adds to board of directors
DE Fashion schools to participate in Techtextil apparel show Free Content
28 March 2017
CH New head of brand marketing for Odlo
TW Yue Yuen confirms profit boost for 2016
US DuPont celebrates 50 years of Nomex fibre Free Content
US Under Armour rewards promising young designers
VN Kraig secures approval for investment in Vietnam
27 March 2017
US Boost for New York garment manufacturers
CH New general manager for The North Face in Europe
CN Anta enhances its products with Chemours and Noble technology
KE Kenyan government promises support for apparel manufacturers
CN Steady visitor numbers at Intertextile Shanghai Free Content
24 March 2017
US US textile supply chain employs 565,000 people: NCTO
US South Korean company seals deal for US yarn spinner Free Content
SE POC renews sponsorship of Enduro World Series team
US Mountain Khakis to open new flagship store in April
CN Li-Ning reports rise in revenues and profits for 2016
23 March 2017
AT Better product mix boosts Lenzing
US The North Face lends its support to adaptive climbing initiative
US Research project could speed up product testing Free Content
IN Welspun targets technical textiles with new facility
DE Adidas extends partnership with Parley for the Oceans
22 March 2017
BE Brussels outdoor industry advocacy body announces senior appointments
CL The North Face founder’s Chilean national parks dream comes true
US Wolverine brand bolsters sales and marketing team
US Another solid quarter for Nike
AT Lenzing begins expansion of Tencel plant Free Content
21 March 2017
UA Joma continues European growth with new Ukraine contract
AT Demand for Tencel in shoes takes Lenzing to Lineapelle
CH Empa researchers develop optic fibres for soft sensors Free Content
US Ethisphere Institute highlights work of ethical companies
US The North Face bolsters Americas team
20 March 2017
IN Indian group to make Fruit of the Loom clothing under licence
IN Maharashtra textile park gets green light
US Polartec helps all-female team conquer US race Free Content
BR Solid year for Alpargatas in 2016
VN Kraig moves closer to Vietnam facility
17 March 2017
TW Greco takes forward steps with TPU and adhesive
US Ibex to donate products to worthy causes
JP Karl Mayer inaugurates Japanese facility
SE Lindex upcycles old garments for new collection Free Content
US Google and Levi’s give first glimpse of smart jacket
16 March 2017
ES Covestro suspends plant closure as MDI demand picks up
US REI grew in 2016 despite "challenging landscape"
US New group seeks to support US alpaca industry
JP YKK incorporates Swarovski crystal into new zipper
US NSF and Textile Exchange to merge down standards Free Content
15 March 2017
FR Lacoste looks to preserve manufacturing skills
CN IAF president concerned about clothing exports Free Content
US Cocona appoints from within for global marketing role
US eVent becomes a bluesign partner
GB Pentland takes a stake in “long-lost” US sneaker brand
14 March 2017
US DuPont Tate & Lyle BioProducts to work with Cordura on new textile solutions
IN Huntsman range on show at PU event in India
US Bayer funds research into drought-resistant cotton
US Former GM man to guide innovation at Under Armour
CN Stage is set for Intertextile Shanghai Free Content
13 March 2017
IT Lamberti CEO to take up trade association presidency
SE Isbjörn claims three-layer construction first in children’s outdoor clothes
US Nike takes first steps towards marathon goal
US Bolt Threads releases spider silk necktie
CN BASF announces new plastic additives plant in China Free Content
10 March 2017
GB Rapha applies “2017 upgrade” to its fastest-ever cycling jersey
BE Industry figures to help guide sustainable clothing programme Free Content
US Rocky brands names new CFO
US Quiksilver changes name after exiting bankruptcy
US Yvon Chouinard explains his Bears Ears bugbear
09 March 2017
PK Archroma know-how to support women textile entrepreneurs in Pakistan
CH Sanitized says its products can make textiles more sustainable
IT ACIMIT to take Italian manufacturers to Techtextil
DE Adidas says speed is key to its strategy
US Converse breathes new life into iconic design Free Content
08 March 2017
US Nike designs sports hijab for Muslim athletes
DE Puma adds another celebrity to design roster
US Polartec film calls for inclusive apparel design Free Content
CO WTO considers sanctions in Colombia-Panama dispute
DE Adidas promotes ecommerce chief to CFO
07 March 2017
US Wrangler turns to FR fabric specialist for new range Free Content
US US apparel market sees growing online influence
US Black Diamond unflustered by sales dip
US Industry veteran to lead Mountain Hardwear
ES Momad Metropolis draws more international buyers
06 March 2017
US Spider silk developer plants 2,000 mulberry trees in Texas
DK LEAP Technology works with German partner on new wearable sensors
US Timberland collection blends style and sustainability
TW Taiwan ups focus on smart machinery Free Content
US Mission turns to 37.5 technology for first apparel range
03 March 2017
US Crocs changes CEO and will close shops after 2016 loss
FR Number-one racket maker moves into tennis shoes
US Cotton Inc. partners with PurThread for anti-odour fabrics Free Content
AU Billabong optimistic despite sales dip
US Black Diamond rethinks apparel design strategy
02 March 2017
CN Sports brand from China sponsors four US athletes
US Patagonia takes 45 years to launch new sleeping bag collection
BD C&A Foundation recognises work of social entrepreneurs Free Content
IT Moncler breaks through €1 billion sales barrier
BD ICAC approves Bangladesh membership
01 March 2017
DE BASF raises prices of polyurethane and elastane raw materials
FR Lectra invests more in R&D to help customers achieve Industry 4.0 success
JP Asian nations meet to discuss alternative to TPP
TW LeaLea to launch first overseas production facility Free Content
US Superfeet shuffles leadership team

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