Prolonged poor posture, such as slouching or leaning to one side, can lead to pain and discomfort.
Asahi Kasei has celebrated its 100th anniversary with the launch of a new concept car, AKXY2 (pronounced “ax-ee”), which is said to reimagine how values…
Although the demand for Vietnamese textiles is forecast to rise steadily in the short term, producers are concerned that tight material supply will impede their…
University of Cincinnati researchers have found that a double layer of silk in combination with a surgical mask can enhance its ability to prevent the…
Non-profit organisations Oxfam and the Laudes Foundation are collaborating with four non-governmental organisations and trade unions on a new project aimed at strengthening inclusive social…
The former Maritsatex textile factory in Plovdiv will become part of the assets of Doverie – United Holding, backed by the owner of Sopharma, Ognyan…
A smart textile arm sleeve that uses electrical stimulation to reduce swelling and discomfort for patients with lymphoedema is being developed by engineers at the…
Garments made of active and passive knitted materials that provide desired levels of compression have been developed by researchers at the University of Minnesota of…
The recent closures of Russian stores of large international fashion chains, such as H&M, Zara, Levi’s and Mango, has led to a 25% year-on-year drop…
A dermal patch for preventing the development of pressure ulcers has been developed by Freudenberg.
Researchers in Finland have developed invisible, machine-washable solar cell technology for clothing.
Biotechnology company Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, a developer of genetically engineered spider silk-based fibre technologies, has announced the first sample shipment of its recombinant spider silk…
InfoAid, a consultancy specialised in advising the textile and clothing sector, is supporting the development of a sustainable apparel and fashion cluster in Georgia.
The Philippines’ Department of Science and Technology’s secretary Fortunato de la Peña has announced that a regional yarn production and innovation centre will soon be…
The Ethical Trade Initiative is urging fashion brands to refrain from making any additional investments in Myanmar, with claims the human rights situation in the…
Following their merger, Freudenberg Performance Materials, Low & Bonar, Mehler Texnologies and Filc will present their innovative solutions at a joint stand at this month’s…