31 January 2012, Leicester
Early 1990s knitwear manufacturing and retailing success The Sweater Shop has been ‘reborn’ in the shape of a new venture headed by the man behind the original business. Jersey based millionaire Brian de Zille who made his fortune building up the Syston, Leicestershire based knitwear manufacturer, before selling it in 1995, is back in business.
30 January 2012, Vancouver & Portland, OR
Naturally Advanced Technologies Inc. (NAT), producer of one of the first new natural fibres in decades, CRAiLAR, announced today it will partner with Tuscarora Yarns, a leading yarn innovator, to explore a range of new blended yarns using CRAiLAR Flax.
Debra Cobb reports from Paris
In the face of economic uncertainty, the mills and suppliers for the intimate apparel industry remain focused on innovation and partnerships which meet the needs of their customers. The message came across loud and clear at Interfilière and the Salon International de la Lingerie, held last weekend at Paris Porte de Versailles.
Bühler
Swiss manufacturer of functional knitted fabrics Christian Eschler is to make a fresh start with the launch of its Winter 2013/14 collection after announcing in November that it was relocating production from its Swiss production plants to its subsidiaries in Germany and Thailand.
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24 January 2012, Milan
Italian spinner of woollen and worsted spun luxury knitwear yarns Cariaggi is launching a new range of linen-cashmere yarns called Linum at this week’s Pitti Filati. The new linen-cashmere line is the result of an original project developed by the company and is being presented for the first time at the event in Florence.
24 January 2012, Vallemosso (BI)
Zegna Baruffa has launched a new range of yarns in Super 120s wool which is available in Nm 2/60 and Nm 2/80. Brand New Wool, described as a ‘highly technological yarn’ by the Italian worsted spinner is said to be a sign of the company’s commitment to research and innovation.
Zegna Baruffa launches Brand New Wool
