Industry Challenged to Develop More Sustainable Fibers
More sustainable fibers are needed to feed the growing global demand for textiles and fiber-based materials, according to a leading strategic thinker. With fibers being used in an increasing range …
Can Cellulose Fibers Fill the Cotton Gap?
Cellulose as a Raw Material Could Be the Answer to Future Textile Demand Cellulose fibers are steadily making their way into a wide range of applications, including textiles, hygiene products …
Scandinavia on the Path to Circularity
With the Climate and Biodiversity Clocks Ticking, Scandinavian and Nordic Companies are Pioneering Innovation Toward Low-Impact, Circular Textile Production As fiber producers search for new ways to transition the textile …
Challenges in Making Smart Clothing Accessible for Healthcare
Medical Smart Textiles and Wearable Health Devices Aren’t Yet Affordable for the Mass Consumer Market Many in the medical profession have argued that healthcare should move away from its current …
Natural Fibers: The New Fashion In Automotive Composites
Electrification, Lightweighting, and Sustainability Targets Are Creating Opportunities for Natural Fiber Automotive Composites In the automotive industry, composites can help reduce aerodynamic drag, rolling resistance and vehicle weight while offering …