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April 2018

30 April 2018
BE Solvay develops new polymer filaments for 3D printed materials
SE Amer Sports acquires Peak Performance
GB Vivobarefoot finds “clear synergy” with Finisterre
BD Bangladesh Denim Expo puts the spotlight on equality
US Adidas’ US Speedfactory creates running shoe for streets of NYC Free Content
27 April 2018
US AFFOA president speaks at second Smart Fabrics Summit
SM Garmon aims for closer relationships with its customers
US Change of leadership for Interbike exhibition
FR France mulls ban on the destruction of unsold textile inventory Free Content
US Hanesbrands collection is inspired by the beauty of US national parks
26 April 2018
NZ New Zealander to take charge of adidas North America
IT Directa Plus says it has a 18-24 month lead on graphene competitors
DE US tariffs could push Puma away from China: CEO Free Content
US A&E celebrates its environmental progress
VN Kraig gets go-ahead for Vietnamese subsidiary
25 April 2018
DE Adidas chief executive to speak at ISPO summit in June
US WRAP chief executive to speak on responsible sourcing at Miami event
CH A solution to microplastic contamination in drinking water? Free Content
NL ZDHC now has 10 approved chemical conformance standards
US International sales are “greatest growth opportunity” for Skechers
24 April 2018
AU Billabong acquisition complete
DE Double-digit Q1 growth for Puma
TW Makalot eyes spoils from US-China trade dispute
US Unifi partners with golf tournament to recycle plastic bottles
DE Desma helps long-time partner boost production Free Content
23 April 2018
FR First Paris store for Salomon
GB Sports brands top Fashion Transparency Index
DE Freudenberg design competition focuses on sustainable innovation Free Content
US TNF collection uses bottles collected from national parks
ES ITMA 2019 may expand amidst strong exhibitor interest
20 April 2018
US Boardriders names new leadership team
TH CEO says Indorama will double its revenues in under five years
GB Burberry-funded material research group names first chair
US Keen handbags give a third life to fabric waste
NL Dutch institute to train next generation of circular fashion entrepreneurs Free Content
19 April 2018
IN IFAI’s new India arrangement will bring mutual benefits
US Nike’s latest innovation will make its debut at the London Marathon Free Content
NO Change of leadership for Bergans
US OIA delves even deeper into the economic impact of outdoor recreation
JP Amaterrace to be eVent’s official agent in Japan
18 April 2018
VN Garment sector in Vietnam on track for export revenue rise
CH HeiQ upgrades its smart cooling technology Free Content
IT Moncler to increase investment in e-commerce
US Timberland fights for sustainability on three fronts
US Microban launches new odour control product
17 April 2018
GB Pentland makes director changes to boost international growth
PK Archroma and Montega set out plan to help Pakistani textile companies
US MIT-backed programme to support smart fabric entrepreneurs Free Content
CH Oerlikon snaps up German automation specialist
IT AKU wants ambassadors to help spread its message
16 April 2018
US Miami trade show aims to be a gateway to Latin America
DE Covestro CEO to step down earlier than expected
US Strong sales allowed REI to make record impact Free Content
CN Huntsman to seek “substantial damages” in China after winning legal battle
AU Asics ends Australian cricketers’ sponsorship deals
13 April 2018
GB Fashion Revolution founder says push for transparency must go on
HU Sustainability will be profitable, Radici insists
US MLS teams to wear adidas Parley jerseys to mark Earth Day
CN Privatisation of Pou Sheng off after shareholder vote
US Unifi adds to its dyed yarn portfolio Free Content
12 April 2018
US Outdoor Retailer announces date-change for January event
CA RYU sees its revenue more than double in 2017
DE Kelheim celebrates viscose fibre milestone
JP Teijin jacket offers innovative cooling solution Free Content
CN Columbia Sportswear to take full ownership of its China joint-venture
11 April 2018
US Behind-the-scenes work pays off as REI launches new standards
DE Germany is top in Europe for fitness fans
GB Berghaus to help team complete polar expedition Free Content
SE Polygiene confirms departure of former CEO
NL ZDHC to accept bluesign standard for chemical conformance
10 April 2018
ES Footwear brand Munich launches padel shoe collection
NO New Helly Hansen jacket will work in warmer weather too
US Volcom put up for sale as owner focuses on luxury
NZ Icebreaker promises full transparency with new report Free Content
SE Sponsors continue support for European Outdoor Summit
09 April 2018
DE Store closures on the cards for adidas: CEO Free Content
BE Redundancies are part of Solvay’s transformation plan
US Kraig exceeds its own expectations with new spider silk cocoons
US BASF 3D Printing Solutions launches new ideas at St Louis event
BD World Bank hails Bangladesh export rebound
06 April 2018
DE Vaude claims another PFC-free milestone
MX Monosuisse completes Mexican expansion plan early
US Coach turns to Cordura to add durability to new bag range
CN Archroma prepares for China Interdye exhibition
US AAFA and FDRA react to US tariff announcement Free Content
05 April 2018
CN Textile products become caught up in China-US trade dispute
CH Oeko-Tex now requires extra test for GMO in organic cotton
US Gore to collaborate with graphene sensor start-up
CN Invista to build new textile innovation centre in China Free Content
US Hanesbrands on track to achieve 2020 environmental goals
04 April 2018
SE New POC helmet for enduro and downhill mountain-bikers
CH Major change at ski brand Zai
NZ VF completes deal for Icebreaker
FR OECD says automation to eliminate fewer jobs than previously thought Free Content
US Keen brings back former sales president
03 April 2018
DK Ecco partner claims ‘step forward’ in shoe customisation Free Content
CH Mammut shuffles North American leadership team
RW Rwanda to lose duty-free access to US market for apparel
ES Maturolife project brings smart safety devices closer for older people
KR Former Invista marketing leader joins Hyosung

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