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January 2019

31 January 2019
CH Silver reduction takes no shine off HeiQ odour-control ideas
TR Sales surge makes Turkey Rieter’s largest single market
DE Adidas targets 11 million pairs of Parley shoes in 2019 Free Content
AT Lenzing recognised for its sustainable wood sourcing practices
US Bicycles could be added to Outdoor Retailer events
30 January 2019
US Polartec aims to make world-first 100% recycled, biodegradable fleece
CN Chinese wool spinner sets up European arm in Biella
US Unifi focuses on sustainability at Outdoor Retailer Snow Show Free Content
DE EOCA prepares for ISPO fundraising drive
EG Puma revives partnership with Egyptian Football Association
29 January 2019
JP Ecco, Dow and Dassault combine to offer customisable midsoles
TH Indorama celebrates recognition from the Carbon Disclosure Project
US Foot Locker looks to tap into the potential of adidas’ Speedfactory
DE Microban strengthens its European team
TW Applied DNA makes further inroads into the Asian market Free Content
28 January 2019
ES Coffee can point La Rioja shoe firms towards the circular economy
SE ISPO awards recognise technology’s role in protection
US Outdoor brands early adopters of PrimaLoft’s biodegradable fibre Free Content
NL ZDHC contributor list grows again
US Under Armour appoints chief people officer
25 January 2019
JP Solvay forms new research partnership with Japan’s AIST
VN Vietnam earned $35 billion from textile exports in 2018
JP ASICS to turn recycled sportswear into Olympic kit Free Content
SE Isbjörn includes its animal inspiration in new logo
US Puma readies new North American HQ
24 January 2019
BE EuCIA to present carbon footprint calculator for composites
DE Sympatex will make shoes at ISPO with plastic from plogging event
DE Strong line-up of exhibitors at Munich Fabric Start
FI Amer directors cleared to sell their shares to Anta-led consortium
US Functional Fabric Fair to launch West Coast event Free Content
23 January 2019
US Investment firm launches new parent group for textile assets
CN Olympics will be ‘just the start’ for winter sports in China
IN Volcom project aims for organic cotton traceability Free Content
DE ISPO selects Textrends for autumn-winter 2020/21
US Vans contributes to strong quarter for VF
22 January 2019
JP YKK to showcase customisable zipper
IT Cifra puts its WKS idea into winter sports project
DE X-Bionic to announce Puma partnership at ISPO
US Première Vision takes aim at the sportswear market with new US show Free Content
GB The latest issue of WSA magazine is now available
21 January 2019
SE Polygiene aims to ‘crunch’ odours from sources other than sweat
BD Garment factory workers lose jobs after protests
US CoolVisions prepares for first Outdoor Retailer of 2019
CN Chinese scientists claim moisture wicking breakthrough
DE Winners of 2019 ISPO Awards named Free Content
18 January 2019
GB New London flagship for Columbia Sportswear
DE Conditional green light for BASF’s polyamide acquisition
VN Vietnam’s textile and garment sector has high hopes for 2019
FR Gore-Tex makes impact at Paris Men's Fashion Week
DE Sympatex to host ‘plogging’ event ahead of ISPO Free Content
17 January 2019
JP Descente has big China plans Free Content
US Kathmandu announces new company president for North America
DE ISPO to dedicate a hall to skiing
AU Skins files for bankruptcy
US Nike promises ‘the perfect fit’ with its new lacing system
16 January 2019
GB Companies set up global alliance to end plastic waste
GB Graphene keeps giving grip for inov-8
CN China space mission ‘grows cotton on the Moon’
US Nike takes aim at the yoga apparel market
CH New HeiQ product can cut garment bulk by 50% Free Content
15 January 2019
NO Norwegian brand to work with Gore
NL Change at the top for Tanatex
ID Lenzing opens new centre of excellence in Indonesia
NL ZDHC brands to align their screened chemistry approach Free Content
US Columbia CEO calls for opening of national parks
14 January 2019
FR French company invests in its coatings and films business
CO Archroma takes denim ideas to Medellín
KZ Northwave partners with Astana cycling team Free Content
US New EMEA leader for Quiksilver brand
US Chemours outlines its goals for 2030
11 January 2019
AT Lenzing highlights benefits of Tencel for home products
US Vibram Furoshiki signs up new US distributor
VN Kraig delivers first silkworms to Vietnam
US Expanded role at Unifi for Pepsi chief executive
FR Award for shoes that combat loneliness Free Content
10 January 2019
VN FESI urges Europe to complete trade deal with Vietnam
SE OrganoClick adds BioCare to preserve wash-in water repellency
CA Arc’teryx launches gear-lending programme Free Content
DE Adidas updates Copa football boot for 2019
US Aquafil inaugurates US carpet recycling facility
09 January 2019
BR Milestone for Rhodia-Solvay initiative in Brazil
CN Chinese promise for Sled Dogs
CH Mammut joins Sustainable Apparel Coalition
IT Italian companies prepare for Colombiatex
US Electrospun membrane from The North Face Free Content
08 January 2019
TH Toray to tie two Thai subsidiaries together
CN Winter sports and football to feature prominently at ISPO China Free Content
AU Woolmark updates its Wool Lab guide for 2019
US New Balance aims for larger US manufacturing footprint
IT Microban enhances its European distribution network
07 January 2019
FI Amer Sports directors call extraordinary general meeting re sale
AU Australia the stage for adidas’ ocean plastic tennis range
IT Iconic ski brand seeks renaissance at ISPO 2019
US Foot Locker invests in children’s sneaker brand Free Content
DE Callaway seals deal for Jack Wolfskin
04 January 2019
NP New president for Sherpa Adventure Gear
US Change of leadership for Converse brand
CN Columbia takes full control of Chinese joint venture
US Surf Technicians to launch new Gerry Lopez range of boards
BE Devan expands R-Vital range to address sleep disorders Free Content
03 January 2019
FI Spinnova’s pilot factory prepares for production
US Another strong quarter for Nike
BE European Commission to launch Circular Plastics Alliance Free Content
TH Indorama steps up its US acquisition efforts
DE Hyosung and Lenzing to present joint-collection of fabrics at ISPO

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