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New chief for The Good Cashmere Standard
1+ hour, 43+ min ago (283+ words) Animal welfare expert joins sustainable cashmere initiative in newly created leadership role. Knitting Industry "|" Hamburg, Germany Marvin Heuduck joined the Aid by Trade Foundation on 1 April 2026 as head of The Good Cashmere Standard and New Standard Development, taking up a…...
Texworld Paris returns for 59th edition
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (141+ words) Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris will return to the Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Center from August 31 to September 2, 2026, bringing together key international players from across the textile and apparel sectors. Applications are now open for the ninth edition of the Avantex Fashion…...
R. A. M Knitwear invests in Shima Seiki
1+ week, 1+ day ago (486+ words) New flat knitting machinery drives growth and skills training for island knitwear manufacturer. Knitting Industry "|" Bressay, Shetland Islands Shetland Islands based designer and manufacturer R. A. M Knitwear is accelerating its growth following the acquisition of a new Shima Seiki knitting machine,…...
John Smedley and Bill Nighy knitwear collab continues
3+ week, 1+ day ago (305+ words) Second drop blends heritage knitwear with modern design sensibility. John Smedley has unveiled the second chapter of its collaboration with British actor Bill Nighy, building on the success of the initial launch in October 2025. The partnership reflects a longstanding relationship,…...
Knitwear Lab expands learning
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (198+ words) Knitting Industry "|" Almere, The Netherlands Knitwear Lab has announced a series of masterclasses and courses aimed at advancing skills in both industrial and virtual knitting. Led by founder Thijs Verhaar, the industrial knitting session introduces participants to core principles including…...
Hyosung showcases elastane innovations at Performance Days
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (380+ words) With the focus on soft stretch for exceptional comfort and superior performance, Hyosung TNC looks forward to presenting fibre innovations that capture this growing trend in activewear and bodywear markets at Performance Days Munich this March 18-19. Featured will be the…...
John Smedley launches Design for Life knitwear
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (382+ words) Knitting Industry "|" London John Smedley's Spring Summer 2026 collection, Design for Life, celebrates the harmony between heritage and craftsmanship in knitwear brought thoughtfully to life. The new season explores modern silhouettes in delicate open-knit patterns where every stitch is intentional, reflecting…...
Keeping it niche pays off for Milano Unica
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (546+ words) International textile trend consultant Louisa Smith reports from Milan. Knitting Industry "|" Milan There has been a seismic shift in the textile trade show landscape, as traditional trade show qualities evolve into new experiences and expectations. As a regular textile trade…...
LVMH strengthens supply chain oversight
9+ mon, 4+ week ago (306+ words) Luxury giant trials new system amid labour exploitation cases. Knitting Industry "|" Milan, Italy Luxury conglomerate LVMH has begun piloting a new traceability system across its major brands following fresh court action against its subsidiary Loro Piana over alleged labour exploitation…...