Textiles Intelligence
Textiles Intelligence emerges as a prominent purveyor of comprehensive global business insights tailored to the international fibre, textile, and apparel sector. Originating in 1992 as a spin-off from the Economist Intelligence Unit, the company has established a significant presence, catering to customers across more than 60 countries spanning five continents.
A hallmark of Textiles Intelligence is its regular publication of Textile Outlook International, a biannual offering. Further enriching its offerings, the company periodically releases Performance Apparel Markets and Technical Textile Markets every quarter. Beyond this, Textiles Intelligence extends a diverse array of over 30 comprehensive research reports that delve into global sectors such as man-made fibres and nonwovens, as well as geographic regions like South East Asia and Eastern Europe. These reports also tackle topics of vital importance, including internationalization and sourcing strategies.
Within its scope of coverage, Textiles Intelligence addresses a plethora of topics encompassing performance apparel, nonwoven fabric, technical textiles, textile recycling, and numerous other subjects that resonate within the textile industry landscape.
198 Reports from Textiles Intelligence
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Statistics: Nonwoven Fabric And Technical Textile Production In Japan, 2025
This report includes statistical data and analysis of the Japanese man-made fibre and technical textile industry under the following headings: man-made fibre production and consumption in Japan; man-made fibre consumption for technical textile applications in Japan; and production of technical texti ... Read More
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Trends in EU textile and clothing imports, 2025
This 2025 update provides indispensable insight for any textile and clothing company supplying goods to international markets in general and to the EU region in particular. Also, it is vital for strategists looking to undertake competitor analysis. In this report, Textiles Intelligence reveals trend ... Read More
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Survey of the European yarn fairs for spring/summer 2026
The European yarn fairs for the spring/summer 2026 season were a showcase for the key trends in colour and design for the season, and they offered displays and presentations of the latest innovations in fibres, yarns and knitwear. In terms of colour, cool and pale shades were popular—reflecting a tr ... Read More
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Global Technical Textiles Business Update, April 2025
This report provides a round-up of the latest developments in the global technical textiles sector, including: acquisitions, divestments and mergers; business news; events; investments; and joint ventures. The report contains news relating to a number of innovative companies and other organisations, ... Read More
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The World Nonwovens Industry: Part 3 - Ten Smaller Producers, April 2025
This report is the third in a series of three in which the world’s top 40 producers of nonwovens are profiled. The report provides updated information and data about the activities, investments, marketing strategies and product strategies of: KNH Enterprise; Mogul; Multi Spunindo Jaya; O&M Halyard; ... Read More
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Markets for nylon in performance apparel: a future based on bio-based and recycled materials?
Nylon fibre is widely used in a number of performance apparel applications, including protective clothing, sportswear and swimwear, because it boasts several desirable qualities—not least durability, easy washability, quick drying time, shrink resistance, stretch and wrinkle resistance. Notably, the ... Read More
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Profile of Spanx: a company which revolutionised the shapewear industry
Spanx is a pioneering shapewear company based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, which was founded by inventor and entrepreneur Sara Blakely in 1998. Since it was founded, Spanx has revolutionised the shapewear industry and changed the way that modern women around the world dress. Today, Spanx produces innov ... Read More
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Profile Of Rivertex: A Specialist In Advanced Textiles And Synthetic Fabrics For Performance Apparel And Technical Applications
Rivertex Technical Fabrics (Rivertex), based in the Netherlands, is a major global producer of advanced textiles and synthetic fabrics for performance apparel and technical applications, and it commands a leading position in the field of coated and laminated fabrics and films. Predominantly, the com ... Read More
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Technical Textile Markets: Product Developments And Innovations, April 2025
This report provides information on the latest developments in additives, automotive nonwovens, composites, fabrics, fibres, finishes, hygiene textiles, medical textiles, polymers and recycling technologies. The report includes information and analysis relating to a number of innovative companies wo ... Read More
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Editorial: Winners Of The JEC Composites Innovation Awards 2025 - Carbon And Glass Technical Fabrics Remain The Backbone Of The Composites Industry
The JEC Composites Innovation Awards celebrate outstanding achievements and collaborative efforts within the composites industry. The winners of the 2025 awards were presented during the 2025 edition of JEC World—a composites exhibition which took place during March 4-6, 2025, at Paris Nord Villepin ... Read More
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Textiles and apparel sustainability update, April 2025
Environmental sustainability is of growing importance within the global fibre, textile and apparel industries, and pressures to improve their sustainability credentials have prompted several companies to adapt their business strategies. This report provides information on the latest business develop ... Read More
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Editorial: Trump tariffs strike a blow after 80 years of liberalisation of global textile and apparel trade
On April 2, 2025, President Trump announced a minimum 10% additional tariff on all US imports—and higher additional tariffs on imports from 57 countries, notably China. The announcement of these so-called “reciprocal tariffs” prompted retaliation from trade partners and triggered a stock market cras ... Read More
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Performance Apparel Markets: Product Developments And Innovations, March 2025
This report provides information on the latest developments in: accessories; base-layer garments; flame resistant (FR) fabrics; footwear components; insulation materials; laminate fabrics; odour control technologies; and recycling technologies. Furthermore, it includes news from the following innova ... Read More
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Markets For Polyester In Performance Apparel: Looking Ahead To Bio-based And Recycled Materials
Polyester has transformed the global textile market and is a cornerstone of apparel—including performance apparel—as well as being an important fibre in home textiles, industrial applications and nonwovens. Today, polyester accounts for over half of global fibre production and its dominance is due l ... Read More
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Fast Track: 2024 ISPO Award Winners - Striking A Balance Between Design, Funtional Performance And Sustainability In Advanced Outdoor Apparel
Successive ISPO (International Trade Fair for Sports Equipment and Fashion) events continue to showcase forward-looking fabric innovations in sports and outdoor performance apparel and equipment. The most recent event, ISPO Munich 2024, which took place in Munich, Germany, during December 3-5, 2024, ... Read More
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Performance Apparel Markets: Business Update, March 2025
This report provides information, analysis and valuable insight into developments relating to the performance apparel industry in the following categories: acquisitions, divestments and mergers; environmental legislation; environmental, social and governance (ESG); joint ventures, cooperation, licen ... Read More
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Profile Of Radicigroup: Advanced Textile Solutions For Apparel, Floor Coverings, Nonwovens And Technical Textiles
RadiciGroup, headquartered in Gandino, Italy, is one of the world’s largest producers of chemical intermediates, polymers, fibres and yarns. It operates three global business divisions—namely Advanced Textile Solutions, High Performance Polymers and Speciality Chemicals—which serve a number of high ... Read More
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Editorial: Professional Clothing And Textiles - PCIAW Summit, Exhibition & Awards 2024
The chemical recycling of synthetic fibres, primarily polyester, is set to have a major impact on the textile industry in the years to 2030, according to this Textiles Intelligence report, based on a keynote presentation given by Gherzi Textil Organisation during the 63rd Dornbirn Global Fiber Congr ... Read More
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Global Technical Textiles Business Update, January 2025
This report provides a round-up of the latest developments in the global technical textiles sector, including: acquisitions, divestments and mergers; awards and recognition; corporate strategy; environmental, social and governance (ESG); intellectual property (IP); investments; and joint ventures, s ... Read More
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Technical Textile Markets: Product Developments And Innovations, January 2025
This report provides information on the latest developments in chemical protective clothing, composites, cooling apparel, fabrics for outdoor apparel and equipment, flame resistant (FR) fabrics, insulation materials, medical textiles, military personal protective equipment (PPE), nonwovens, and ultr ... Read More
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Statistics: Global Trends In Man-made Fibre Production
This report provides a comprehensive analysis of trends in man-made fibre production by fibre type, and it provides forecasts of man-made fibre production to 2030. It also provides an overview of general trends in natural fibre production by fibre type, including animal fibres and plant-based fibres ... Read More
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Profile Of Tencate Protective Fabrics: Blazing A Trail In Flame Resistant Fabrics For Protective Clothing And Workwear
TenCate Protective Fabrics, based in Nijverdal in the Netherlands, is a major producer of flame resistant fabrics for protective clothing and workwear, and a leader in the global market for inherently flame resistant fabrics. The company generates annual revenues of around US$225 mn, and it operates ... Read More
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The World Nonwovens Industry: Part 2 -20 MEDIUM SIZED PRODUCERS, jANUARY 2025. World Textile And Apparel Trade And Production Trends: Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia and Turkey, December 2024
In this report, the second in a series of three in which the world’s top 40 nonwovens producers are profiled, Karen Bitz provides the latest information and analysis of the investments and strategies of 20 medium sized nonwovens producers, namely: Avgol, Dalian Ruiguang Nonwoven Group, Fibertex Nonw ... Read More
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Trends in US Textile And Clothing Imports, 2025
This 2025 update contains analysis and insight into the USA’s top ten foreign suppliers of textiles and clothing in 2024, along with more specific information on US imports of textiles alone and US imports of clothing alone. The report also includes an outlook for 2025 and beyond, and a statistical ... Read More
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Sustainable Product Developments And Innovations In Textiles And Clothing, February 2025
Environmental sustainability is of growing importance within the global fibre, textile and apparel industries, and pressures on companies to improve their sustainability credentials have prompted several of them to develop innovative new products. This report provides information on the latest produ ... Read More
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