(IN BRIEF) BASF is hosting Sustainable Beauty Days 2023 on November 15 and 16, offering interactive sessions on sustainability topics. Thought leaders, scientists, and industry professionals will discuss sustainability trends, the intersection of sustainability and digitalization, new ingredient developments, and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Zalando, a fashion e-commerce giant, has introduced ZEOS (Zalando E-commerce Operating System), a comprehensive platform designed to revolutionize multi-channel fashion and lifestyle retail in Europe. ZEOS aims to empower fashion brands and retailers to efficiently manage their multi-channel … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Germany, Industrial, International Trade, Internet & Online, Management, News, Retail, Technology
Tagged eCommerce, Europe, fashion, Federica Miselli, Isabel Rocher, Jan Bartels, Radomir Kiepas, retail, Zalando, ZEOS
(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has supported the growth and sustainability of Mongolian leather producer Maris through its advisory services. Maris, founded by Enkhnasan Tumen-Ulzii, focuses on sustainable leather production and uses innovative vegetable tanning … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Banks, Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged EBRD, Leather Brand, Maris, Mongolian, Ms. Enkhnasan Tumen-Ulzii, partnership, SMEs, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Lenzing Group, a global producer of wood-based specialty fibers, and Kaihara, a Japanese denim manufacturer, have formed a groundbreaking partnership to redefine denim fashion on a global scale. Leveraging TENCEL™ branded fibers, their collaboration aims to cater to … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Austria, Business, Environment, Industrial
Tagged branded fibers, Dennis Hui, fabric innovation, fiber, HIROFUMI Inagaki, Japanese denim manufacturer, Kaihara, Kaihara x TENCEL™ Denim Week, Lenzing Group, Lyocell, Modal, sustainable fashion, Tencel™, wood-based specialty fibers
(IN BRIEF) Symrise has received double recognition at the 2023 BSB Environment Awards by claiming first-place awards in both the ‘Processes’ and ‘Functionals and Recipients’ categories. The accolades were bestowed upon Symrise for its remarkable SymFrequency® collection, featuring sustainable extraction … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) BASF is supplying its biomass balanced tetrahydrofuran (THF BMB) to Asahi Kasei’s ROICA Division to produce sustainable stretch fibers under the ROICA™ brand. This collaboration aims to support the launch of a new sustainable apparel collection and achieve … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Lenzing Group, a global producer of wood-based specialty fibers, has partnered with Kentaur, a Danish manufacturer of innovative workwear, to create a pilot collection of chef uniforms focused on circularity, durability, and functionality. These uniforms consist of 50% … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Austria, Business, Denmark, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Alexandra Steger, Chef Uniforms, Christian Beirholm, Kentaur, Lenzing, lyocell fibers, partnership, REFIBRA™, sustainability, technology, Tencel™, workwear
(IN BRIEF) Symrise AG has increased its stake in Kobo Products Inc., a US-based pigment and powder specialist, to 49%. This expanded partnership aims to strengthen their collaboration in mineral UV filters and decorative cosmetics. It also includes plans to … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged cosmetics, David Schlossman, Dr Jörn Andreas, Kobo Products, partnership, sustainability, Symrise
(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer (M&S) and YoungMinds, a leading youth mental health charity, have joined forces to address the mental health challenges faced by young people. A new partnership has been formed to raise awareness and funding for resources … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Non Profit, Science, United Kingdom
Tagged awareness, charity, funding, Laura Bunt, M&S, mental health issues, partnership, Victoria McKenzie-Gould, wellness, YoungMinds, YOUTH
(IN BRIEF) BASF Personal Care has introduced Epispot™, a sustainably sourced cosmetic ingredient designed to enhance the beauty and self-confidence of individuals with blemish-prone skin, a common issue affecting people worldwide regardless of gender, age, or ethnicity. Epispot addresses the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Symrise Cosmetic Ingredients, a leading provider of cosmetic ingredients, has introduced an online training series called “The Secret Heroes of Personal Care.” Available on YouTube, this series aims to provide in-depth insights into the science of product protection … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) International technology group ANDRITZ has successfully commenced operations of a new carding machine and opening/blending line at Albis in Roasio, Vercelli, Italy. This investment marks a significant milestone for Albis in meeting evolving demands and producing innovative nonwoven … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Austria, Business, Environment, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged ALBIS, Albis Curacell, Andritz, hygiène, investment, medical applications, Mr. Fabien Ravier, Mr. Gianni Boscolo, Nonwoven Innovation, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group, a leading provider of specialty cellulose fibers for textiles and nonwoven industries, has attained certification from the prestigious EU Ecolabel for its fibers produced at the Indonesian facility in Purwakarta (PT. South Pacific Viscose). This … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has initiated the production of new synthetic filter media at its Huyn-Poong plant in South Korea, marking its first commercial orders for these materials. The newly produced filter media, which are calendered and embossed, offer extended filter … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Environment, Financial, Finland, Industrial, Investment, Management, News
Tagged Ahlstrom, Kathrin Hueppe, South Korea, sustainability, Synthetic Filter Media
(IN BRIEF) SGS has been accredited by the IOAS (International Organic Accreditation Service) as an independent third-party certification body to issue certificates for Textile Exchange standards in new regions, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. This expanded geographical reach … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Environment, Industrial, Management, News, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged accreditation, Exchange Standards, IOAS, partnership, SGS, sustainability, textile, Yvonne Tse
(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors has partnered with acclaimed fashion designer Supriya Lele to showcase a unique collaboration at London Fashion Week for the Spring/Summer 2024 season. As part of their shared commitment to craft, excellence, heritage, and luxury, Lele used … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) BASF, in partnership with a natural cosmetics company and Indonesian non-profit organization Kaleka, is supporting sustainable palm and palm kernel oil production in Indonesia. The project, implemented by Kaleka, follows a jurisdictional approach, aiming to promote sustainable land … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Chemicals, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Management, Marketing, News, Non Profit, United Kingdom
Tagged BASF, Indonesia, Jutta Stute, Kaleka, palm oil, partnership, sustainability, Venticia Hukom
(IN BRIEF) Symrise Perfumery School has introduced an innovative approach to trainee perfumer education through a two-day watercolor workshop titled “Forest. City. Fragrance.” Trainees visited Berlin and, guided by artists, translated their experiences of nature and urban environments into watercolor … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Art & Culture, Business, Chemicals
Tagged Alicia De Benito Cassadó, art safari, Attiya Lebogang Setai, Christopher Pickel, fragrance, fragrance creations, fragrances, Gabriela Gerbi, Marc vom Ende, perfumers, Shangyun Lu, Symrise Perfumery School, trainee perfumers, watercolor workshop, workshop
(IN BRIEF) SGS has partnered with EcoSeaStems to introduce ReefTox, an ecotoxicology test for evaluating the impact of cosmetics products on corals. Developed by biologist Vincent Bourgeteau, ReefTox assesses the toxicity of cosmetics products on 50 coral species found in … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group, a leading provider of specialty fibers for textiles and nonwovens, has invested over EUR 100 million since 2021 to upgrade its Purwakarta site in Indonesia. The company aims to convert existing production capacity to specialty … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Google Cloud and The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (ELC) are expanding their partnership to utilize generative AI for ELC’s brand sites, enhancing the luxury digital experience. Through this collaboration, ELC aims to understand consumer sentiment, improve R&D efforts, … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, France, Industrial, Management, News, Technology
Tagged artificial intelligence, Atos, digital, Estée Lauder, Gibu Thomas, Google Cloud, partnership, Thomas Kurian, transformation
(IN BRIEF) Inditex’s fashion brand, Stradivarius, is set to debut in Germany at the ECE shopping center, Milaneo Stuttgart. The leasing contract has been signed, and the store is scheduled to open in November 2023, marking the brand’s first-ever store … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Georg Jensen, a Danish jewellery designer, is set to open a new flagship store at 108 Bond Street by the end of 2023. The three-story store will cover approximately 5,000 sq ft and showcase the brand’s designer jewellery, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group, a leading provider of specialty fibers for the textile and nonwoven industries, has received platinum status in the EcoVadis CSR rating for its exceptional performance in corporate social responsibility. The rating covers key areas like … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Austria, Awards, Business, Environment, Industrial, Management, News
Tagged Awards, CSR Rating, EcoVadis, Lenzing Group, Platinum Status, Stephan Sielaff, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Pentland Brands and The People are teaming up to create a youth advisory board, inviting individuals under 30 from key markets to provide insights for strategic decisions. The board will offer diverse perspectives to enhance the employee experience … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) CUPRA has partnered with Italian eyewear brand L.G.R for the second time to unveil a new eyewear collection. The collaboration features three sunglasses models: Tribe, Reunion Metal Explorer, and Nomad II, each embodying the unique design perspective and … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Automotive, Business, Industrial, Italy, Management, News, Spain
Tagged CUPRA, fashion, L.G.R, Luca Gnecchi Ruscone, Nomad II, partnership, Reunion Metal Explorer, SEAT, sunglasses, Sven Schuwirth, Tribe
(IN BRIEF) BASF Personal Care has released the first progress report for its Responsibly Active sustainability program, focusing on its bioactives portfolio for personal care applications. The program includes commitments and action plans to protect natural resources, empower people along … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Chemicals, Environment, France, Industrial, Management, News
Tagged BASF, bioactives, Lucilene Veira Nunes, personal care, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) M&S (Marks & Spencer) has launched a braille gift card, a first-of-its-kind in the industry, in consultation with the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB). The gift card features an embossed outer sleeve with a ‘Happy Birthday’ … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Lenzing Group Revolutionizes Textile Dyeing Process for Sustainable Garments Austria-based Lenzing Group, a global leader in wood-based specialty fibers, introduces an innovative approach that reduces environmental impact in textile dyeing and finishing. The one-step dyeing process significantly cuts … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Reutlingen University has unveiled the Texoversum, a unique training and innovation center for the textile industry in Europe. The building features a textile-like façade made of carbon fibers wound by robots, resulting in a lightweight yet highly resilient … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer (M&S) is expanding its Shwopping scheme by introducing dedicated school uniform Shwop boxes in over 200 of its stores across the UK. The initiative, in partnership with Oxfam and eBay, aims to give pre-loved school … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom and Terre de Couleur have partnered to introduce a biodegradable and reusable hair cap made from fiber-based materials as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic caps. The cap, utilizing Ahlstrom’s Genuine Vegetable Parchment (GVP) paper, is composed … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Environment, Finland, Industrial
Tagged Ahlstrom, biodegradable, cosmetics, Dr. Clothilde Manzano, fiber-based, Genuine Vegetable Parchment, GVP paper, hair cap, Nazish Munchenbach, professional hair salons, reusable, sustainable specialty materials, Terre de Couleur
(IN BRIEF) UK fashion and textiles industry is launching a pioneering project called the “data sandbox” to promote circular economy principles. Led by QSA Partners and in collaboration with the University of Exeter, the initiative aims to establish an extended … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Environment, Industrial, Retail, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Adam Mansell, BFC, BRC, British Fashion Council, British Retail Consortium, Caroline Rush CBE, circular economy, data sandbox, EPR, extended producer responsibility, Gerrard Fisher, Innovate UK, National Interdisciplinary Circular Economy Research programme, NICER, Professor Peter Hopkinson, QSA, QSA Partners, supply chain, textiles, UK fashion, UK Fashion and Textile Association, UKFT, University of Exeter, ‘Circular Economy for SMEs’
(IN BRIEF) Unilever personal care brands, including Rexona, Dove, Lifebuoy, and Lux, have been announced as the Official Sponsors of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. This partnership is a first for FIFA, as it includes personal care brands across … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Entertainment, Marketing, Sports, United Kingdom
Tagged degree, Dove, FIFA, FIFA esports, FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™, FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™, FIFA World Cup 2026™, FIFAe Finals, Lifebuoy, Lux, personal care, Rexona, sponsorship, sports, Sure, Unilever, Women’s Development Programme, women’s football, women’s sporting event
(IN BRIEF) Ricoh will be showcasing new, enhanced and collaborative technology aimed at helping textile creatives embrace fresh perspectives at FESPA, Europe’s leading exhibition for screen and digital, textile and wide format printing. The event will be held from May … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Zalando, the popular online fashion platform, is introducing a virtual fitting room experience for millions of customers across all markets. In this campaign, customers can create a 3D avatar by entering their height, weight, and gender. For a … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Germany, Industrial, Internet & Online, Management, Marketing, News, Technology
Tagged E-Commerce, fashion, online shopping, Stacia Carr, virtual fitting room, Zalando
(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has completed the installation of a mechanical textile recycling line and an airlay line at Novafiber’s nonwovens production mill in Palín, Guatemala. The recycling line processes post-industrial textile waste from Central America, which is then used by … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Austria, Business, Environment, Industrial, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Andritz, Guatemala, Jean Philippe Bernard, nonwoven recycling line, Novafiber, textile
(IN BRIEF) EU member states have recorded 2,117 alerts for dangerous products in 2022, compared to 2,142 in 2021. Toys were once again the most frequently recalled product category, as authorities focus on vulnerable consumers. Motor vehicles dropped from 26% … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Industrial, Management, News, Security & Safety, Switzerland
Tagged Australia, CANADA, Cosmetic, Europe, Motor vehicles, notifications, Product Recalls platform, SGS, toys, unsafe product, US
(IN BRIEF) Zalando partnered with Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana and Highsnobiety to host an event called “Changemakers in Luxury Fashion” in Milan’s Palazzo Citterio. The event recognized some of the leading thinkers in the luxury fashion scene who represent … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Entertainment, Industrial, Italy, Management, Media, News
Tagged Alessandro Sartori, Bottega Veneta, Chairman Carlo Capasa, Changemakers in Luxury Fashion, CNMI, David Fischer, David Schneider, Francesca Ragazzi, Highsnobiety, Italy, Lena-Sophie Roeper, Leo Rongone, Luxury Fashion Event, Milan, Moncler, partnership, Remo Ruffini, Riccardo Vola, Tamu McPherson, transformation, Veronica Yoko Plebani, Vogue Italia, Zalando, ZEGNA
AN INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION OF HIGH-PROFILE EXPERTS DEFINED READY-TO-UPSCALE GREEN CHEMICALS AND TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE WOOD-TO-TEXTILE VALUE CHAIN (IN BRIEF)The GRETE project, an international collaboration of experts aimed at reducing the environmental footprint of the textile industry, presented their achievements to … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Automotive, Chemicals, Commodities, Economy, Education, Electronics & Machinery, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Technology
Tagged 4th Cellulose Fibres Conference, bio based industry, bio based materials, cellulose dissolution, cellulose fibre, green chemicals, green industry, GRETE, ionic liquids, kraft pulp, Materially S.r.l., Metsä Group, novel liquid salts, process innovation, regenerated cellulose, solvent systems, sustainable textiles, textile fibres, textile industry, wood pulp modification, wood to textile
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