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The official magazine of The Textile Institute The international membership magazine of The Textile Institute covers all aspects of textile news and in-depth articles encompassing all areas of the supply chain, from fibre production through knit, weave and nonwovens, to fashion, architecture, footwear, medical and automotive products to highlight just a few. It provides a business and production perspective and is international in both readership and outlook. textiles provides a broad industry perspective on issues facing the textiles sector, as well as facilitating learning and research in the sector. textiles, is published in both digital and print format, ensuring that it reaches members and subscribers around the world faster, bringing your message to a wider audience quickly. Your advertisements provide valuable content, our readership is amongst the most knowledgeable in the sector and provides you with a targeted audience to promote your product or organisation. Worldwide Distribution textiles provides a qualified readership circulating to all members of The Textile Institute who reflect the complete textile supply chain. Over 4000 copies are mailed to members and subscribers worldwide. 28 countries in Europe: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, UK 3 countries in Australasia and the Pacific: Australia, Fiji, New Zealand 13 countries in the Middle East and Africa: Botswana, Egypt, Ghana, Iran, Israel, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Oman, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zimbabwe 5 countries in Central and South America: Argentina, Brazil, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru 14 countries in Asia: Bangladesh, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mauritius, Pakistan, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand 2 countries in North America: Canada, USA Contents Issue 1, 2016 textiles 3 NEWS An overview of recent international press announcements relating to the textile industry. 6 NOBLE YARNS, NOBLE WAYS New luxury lifestyle brand Tengri specialising in 100% natural, undyed, hand-combed Mongolian yak wool is on a mission to redefine the textile and fashion industry. 9 FLAX FIBRE BEYOND THE CATWALK A new emphasis on natural fibres for technical end uses, in composite materials, is providing opportunities for a range of applications from sports equipment (surf boards, helmets and tennis racquets) to furniture and automotive components. 12 FIBRES AND FABRICS: NEW AND REUSED A look at some new products just entering the market and some that are being recycled. 14 COTTON SPINNING RETURNS 30 years after the last cotton mills closed in the 1980s a new facility will be the UK’s only cotton-spinning company. The company bringing back cotton spinning to Manchester is English Fine Cottons and it is investing GBP£4.8m. 16 COLOMBIA: A SILENT REVOLUTION An interview with Felipe Angel, ProColombia’s UK director, looks at the innovation, growth, trade, and potential for this Latin American country. 20 THE EMERGING E-TEXTILES INDUSTRY Recent technology developments involving the integration of electronic systems into and onto textiles is enabling the growth of a brand new industry. IDTechEx’s most recent market research report in the area found that the e-textiles industry was worth a relatively modest USD$100m in 2015. 23 USE ONCE, THROW AWAY The next wave of wearable technologies will be smart patches, as sensor technology continues to shrink, many applications are now envisaged for simple electronic patches. 25 TI NEWS A wedding, new Corporate Members, and a round-up of the latest qualifications, section news, overseas trips, and upcoming events from The Textile Institute. 33 CALENDAR Events listings from around the world. y o d g j 2# 1 Cover image: Mongolian yak 2) The official magazine of The Textile Institute Issue 2 2016 TEXTILE INSTITUTE WORLD CONFERENCE Luxury consumption European reshoring TRENDS Going digital MEDICAL 3D constructions relieve the pressure COUNTRY FOCUS Italy Trending: Milan Prato’s recycling Media kit 2017/18
