February

	Sales growth for Germany?s knitting machine builders The latest information from the German Textile Machinery Association (VDMA) shows that 2013 was a relatively successful year for the country?s knitting machine builders and ancillary equipment suppliers. Read More

	Woolmark returns to Premiere Vision The Woolmark Company will return to Premi?re Vision next week showcasing the latest trends and innovations in Merino wool, highlighting the fibre's natural versatility and benefits. Read More

	Are you ready for 4D knitting? Fabdesigns, Inc., which specialises in engineering knitted fabrics for apparel and footwear, has taken the delivery of one of the first Stoll CMS ADF-3 machines in the US, a move which the company says will enable it to explore new realms of design such as four-dimensional knitting. Read More

	Productivity and sustainability focus for Groz Beckert Groz Beckert has begun 2014 with a focus on several important issues that the total systems supplier believes will be key over the next 12 months and beyond. Read More

	Deal to create warp knitting giant finally complete Following a year of delays, Lauma Fabrics, one of Eastern Europe?s largest manufacturers of warp knitted fabrics, lace and narrow fabrics has finally acquired 100 per cent of Elastic Textile Europe as well as a 51 per cent stake in its dye house Elastic & Weskott. Read More

	Eco-Textile Labelling Guide 2014 - Published May 2014 The?publishers of?Knitting Trade Journal?will publish a new, updated and improved?version of the Eco-Textile Labelling Guide in May 2014. The printed ETLG is a 100 + page ?A5 booklet designed for manufacturers, retailers and?buyers who are committed to reducing the impact of textiles on the environment and?lists all the labels and environmental standards relevant to the global textile and clothing supply chain. As well as covering raw materials, the 2014 edition of?ETLG will offer information on social criteria, such as Fairtrade, Fair labour, SA8000 etc., and textile processing?standards. New additions will also include information on water standards,?energy use,?and sections on disposal and biodegradability. Read more

KNITTING TRADE JOURNAL - JANUARY/FEBRUARY ISSUE?

Now six issues per year,?Knitting Trade Journal?includes the latest news, features, patent developments and analysis on the most recent developments across the knitting and hosiery industries.

?The January-February printed edition of Knitting Trade Journal, the leading technical magazine for the global knitting sector, includes an in-depth look at German knitting technology including company visits, exclusive interviews and equipment reviews.

This issue also includes a close look at the knitwear manufacturing sector with profiles of different companies from across the global supply chain ranging from manufacturing giants such as Textured Jersey Lanka to leading retailers such as Benetton.

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	Mayer & Cie plans ahead Mayer & Cie?s Wolfgang Mueller and Benjamin Mayer outline the company?s outlook for the foreseeable future and beyond. Read More

	Gildan to confirm site for new plant Gildan Activewear will spend up to US$350 million during the current fiscal year across several of its manufacturing sites including upgrading its Rio Nance I plant in Honduras and investing in a new production facility in Central America. Read More

	Rhodia strikes North America Emana deal Premiere Fibers Inc., the US-based manufacturer of specialised performance fine denier yarns for apparel and technical fabric applications, has struck an agreement with Rhodia to produce and market Emana yarn in the US and Canada. Read More

	Santoni enhances Mec-Mor applications Santoni is continuing with the development of its Mec-Mor Compact (CMP) machine after amending the feeder system to allow it to knit plush and high pile fabric in selective areas. Read More

	Asian firm to acquire Nylstar stake Nylon yarn specialist Nylstar is to sell a minority stake in its business to another yarn manufacturer based in south east Asia. Read More

	Eco-Textile Labelling Guide 2014 - Published May 2014 The?publishers of?Knitting Trade Journal?will publish a new, updated and improved?version of the Eco-Textile Labelling Guide in May 2014. The printed ETLG is a 100 + page ?A5 booklet designed for manufacturers, retailers and?buyers who are committed to reducing the impact of textiles on the environment and?lists all the labels and environmental standards relevant to the global textile and clothing supply chain. As well as covering raw materials, the 2014 edition of?ETLG will offer information on social criteria, such as Fairtrade, Fair labour, SA8000 etc., and textile processing?standards. New additions will also include information on water standards,?energy use,?and sections on disposal and biodegradability. Read more

KNITTING TRADE JOURNAL - JANUARY/FEBRUARY ISSUE?

Now six issues per year,?Knitting Trade Journal?includes the latest news, features, patent developments and analysis on the most recent developments across the knitting and hosiery industries.

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	Major concerns over future of ?knitwear hub? A billion dollar project in India that was expected to link global brands, knitwear and other apparel manufacturing operations and service providers, as well as consolidating the South Asian region?s strength as a key sourcing hub has run into major problems. Read More

	Colosio launches new sock knitting machines Italian sock knitting machine builder Colosio S.P.A?s continuing dedication to its research and development department has been further illustrated with the launch of two new machines. Read More

	Stoll website now in Russian Flat knitting machine builder Stoll has responded to its increasing activity in Russia by adding a Russian language option to its website. Read More

	Italian hosiery firm to expand One of Italy?s largest hosiery manufacturers has outlined further expansion plans in western Europe. Read more

	Euratex welcomes EU-US trade initiative With the USA a key export destination for high-end European knitwear manufacturers, Euratex, the European Apparel and Textile Confederation has welcomed the joint decision taken by EU and US authorities to start negotiations to conclude a trade and investment agreement. Read More

	Planet Textiles date confirmed This year's Planet Textiles Conference is to be held 22nd October 2013 in Shanghai. Jointly organised by Ecotextile News and Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles tackles the crucial issues of sustainability in the global textiles sector. Early-bird sponsorship opportunities and VIP packages are now available - for?enquiries?please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Read More

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Now six issues per year, the latest issue of Knitting Trade Journal includes the latest news, features and analysis on the most recent developments across the knitting and hosiery industries.

The January/February edition examines some of the latest developments from the flat knitting industry.

There is also a close look at the island of Mauritius whose knitting industry seems to be getting back on track following several years of uncertainty.

Also included is a detailed look at knitting machine and needle and ancillary equipment suppliers in Germany, a market renowned for its technical expertise and know-how, and the latest industry news, exhibition news,? patents and more.

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Commercial launch for new Stoll flat knitting machine

	Stoll 'knits ahead? with new denim collection Flat knitting machine builder Stoll has unveiled a new knitted denim collection which as well as allowing its existing customers to diversify their offerings, will also allow the German firm to target traditional denim weavers looking for new pattern possibilities and a more environmentally friendly alternative to the usual manufacturing methods. Read More

	Italian mills unite to stem flow of counterfeit hosiery Some of the largest hosiery knitters in Italy are joining forces to fight the increasing levels of false labelling currently blighting the industry with many concerned over fraudulent fibre content, misleading denier levels and the use of harmful substances. Read More

	Sustainability to play key role at Interstoff Asia A strong line-up of speakers from around the world has been confirmed for the first two days of the upcoming Interstoff Asia Essential Spring trade fair, which will be held from 13-15 March, 2013 at the Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Centre. Read More

	French renaissance for Woolmark The Woolmark Company is to return to the French market with the opening of a new office in Paris, part of the organisation?s attempts to increase the knowledge, appreciation and demand of Australian Merino wool across international markets. Read more

	Newlife yarns for lingerie market Visitors to the Newlife stand at this week?s Premiere Vision show in Paris are discovering more details on the company?s latest range of recycled polyester yarns which are said to be ideal for the lingerie sector. Read More

	Insider's Guide to Sustainable Cotton: NOW PUBLISHED Published by MCL Global, producers of Ecotextile News, Sustainable Nonwovens and Knitting Trade Journal, this invaluable, 136 page A5 hndbook covers the ecological impact of cotton production and the environmental challenges that this presents going forward. Read More

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Commercial launch for new Stoll flat knitting machine

	ISPO latest: Mec-Mor machine opens up sportswear possibilities Santoni has produced a new take on sportswear thanks to its Mec-Mor CMP machine with this innovative seamless tracksuit top [pictured] made from recycled polyester that has been knitted in one piece. The zip was simply added later. Read More

	Pretty Polly increases US business Following a brisk programme of investment in knitting and finishing machinery at hosiery manufacturer Courtaulds, the company?s flagship Pretty Polly brand is continuing its growth in the US with a new initiative with womenswear brand alice + Olivia. Read More

	New plant to boost Central America?s knitting sector One of California?s largest commission knitters is about to begin operations at a new knitting mill in Central America as part of a strategy to help kick-start a new regional textile hub. Read More

	Pollution mix-up concerns Chinese knitter Chinese knitwear company Minerva Knitted Fashion Co., Ltd, which has sales of over US$10 million and supplies brands such as Gap and Ann Taylor, has been accidently identified as a polluting textile mill, after a mix-up by local Chinese government officials. John Mowbray reports. Read more

	Forecasts remain stable as fabric and yarn output improves Despite lower output in Europe, world fabric production increased in the third quarter of 2012, buoyed by increased production levels in Asia and South America, according to the latest report from the ITMF. Read More

	Insider's Guide to Sustainable Cotton: NOW PUBLISHED Published by MCL Global, producers of Ecotextile News, Sustainable Nonwovens and Knitting Trade Journal, this invaluable, 136 page A5 hndbook covers the ecological impact of cotton production and the environmental challenges that this presents going forward. Read More

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Commercial launch for new Stoll flat knitting machine

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