Fashion
Emtec to showcase TSA Tactile Sensation Analyzer at ITMA ASIA + CITME
emtec Electronic GmbH introduces a new era in textile feel simulation at China’s most important textile event. The key benefit: TSA and Virtual Haptic Library improve the communication along the supply chain by providing a clear terminology and objective targets for the different haptic quality parameters. This helps companies to reduce costs, accelerate decision-making, and minimize their environmental footprint by decreasing the number of physical samples needed.
At ITMA ASIA + CITME 2025 in Singapore, Emtec Electronic GmbH will showcase its TSA and cloud-based Virtual Haptic Library, enabling digital fabric feel simulation to cut costs, speed decisions, and reduce samples.
Marking its 30th anniversary, emtec highlights its shift into textiles and invites visitors to booth H3-B303 for live testing and demonstrations.
In the cloud-based Virtual Haptic Library the test results can be digitized for further processing. This digital platform links TSA data to realistic, virtual haptic profiles, allowing users the impression of how fabrics feel – without physical samples. This digital platform links TSA data to realistic, virtual haptic profiles, allowing users to feel fabrics digitally – without physical samples. This helps companies to reduce costs, accelerate decision-making, and minimize their environmental footprint by decreasing the number of physical samples needed.
2025 marks a special milestone for emtec Electronic: the company celebrates its 30th anniversary. Since 1995, emtec has been dedicated to developing innovative testing solutions that combine precision, efficiency, and ease of use – a commitment that continues to drive its success and partnerships worldwide. “The ITMA is the perfect stage to demonstrate how far our solutions have come – and to show our partners and customers what the future of objective hand-feel analysis will look like.” says Giselher Gruener, Managing Director of emtec Electronic. “With our long-standing expertise in the paper industry, we are now setting a clear focus on establishing ourselves in the textile sector.”
From 28 – 31 October 2025 Markus Amthor from emtec’s Global Business Development will be available on-site, supported by the company’s regional sales partner in China, James Xiang from RoacheLab (Asia) Co., Ltd. Visitors of the ITMA ASIA + CITME are warmly invited to bring their own textile samples to the booth H3-B303 for live testing and direct discussion of results.
Visit the emtec team in Singapore to discover how their tactile analysis solutions can optimize the product development and streamline communication with customers and partners across the globe.
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Fibre2Fashion News Desk (HU)
Fashion
Rohit Kansal inaugurates ColorJet pavilion at ITMA Asia Singapore
The ColorJet Pavilion at ITMA Asia + CITME Singapore was inaugurated by Shri Rohit Kansal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. The event was graced by the presence of the Ambassador of India to Singapore, Dr. Shilpak Ambule along with several distinguished dignitaries and industry leaders.
Rohit Kansal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, inaugurated the ColorJet Pavilion at ITMA Asia Singapore 2025, joined by Indian ambassador Dr. Shilpak Ambule.
He praised India’s textile innovation and ColorJet’s role in sustainability and technology.
ColorJet launched the Fabjet Pro, a wide-format digital printer showcasing eco-conscious, high-performance solutions.
During the inauguration ceremony, Shri Rohit Kansal and other dignitaries delivered impactful speeches highlighting the importance of Indian technology and sustainable practices in textile printing.
During his visit, “Shri Rohit Kansal applauded the remarkable progress of the Indian textile ecosystem, highlighting how the industry has evolved to make a strong mark globally. He emphasized India’s growing contributions across the textile value chain—from spinning and processing to digital printing- reflecting the nation’s technological strength and innovation-driven growth.”
He also commended ColorJet for its outstanding contribution to the Indian textile industry, recognizing the company’s continuous efforts toward advancing technology, promoting sustainability, and positioning India as a leader in digital textile innovation.
“It was an absolute honor to have Shri Rohit Kansal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, inaugurate the ColorJet Pavilion at ITMA Asia Singapore. His visit and words of encouragement reaffirm our commitment to driving innovation, sustainability, and technological excellence in the textile printing industry. At ColorJet, we take immense pride in representing Indian technology on such a global platform and showcasing how ‘Make in India’ solutions are setting new benchmarks in performance and environmental responsibility” Said Mr. Arun Varshney, Vice President and Business head ColorJet Group
At the event, ColorJet unveiled its latest innovation — the Fabjet Pro, a wide-format digital textile printer that exemplifies the company’s dedication to sustainability, advanced technology, and wider-width productivity. The launch reinforces ColorJet’s vision to deliver eco-conscious, high-performance printing solutions that cater to the evolving needs of the global textile industry.
Visit ColorJet at ITMA Asia Singapore 2025 – Booth H6-D304, Hall 6 | October 28–31, 2025 – to experience live demonstrations, technological innovations, and sustainable textile printing solutions in action.
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Fashion
Philippines’ apparel export prices surge 11% to $23.69/kg in 2025
In ****, the average export price stood at $**.** per kg, compared to $**.** per kg in **** and $**.** per kg in ****, according to *fashion.com/market-intelligence/texpro-textile-and-apparel/” target=”_blank”>sourcing intelligence tool TexPro. This consistent rise reflects the industry’s ongoing move towards value-added garments such as sportswear, uniforms, and functional apparel, backed by growing investments in automation, digital printing, and sustainable production practices.
According to *fashion.com/market-intelligence/texpro-textile-and-apparel/” target=”_blank”>TexPro, the Philippines exported apparel worth $***.*** million during January–July ****, compared to $***.*** million in **** and $***.*** million in ****, marking a two-year contraction from $***.*** million in ****. The decline in shipment values mirrors global demand weakness, tighter inventory management by Western retailers, and a continued shift of basic apparel sourcing to lower-cost ASEAN and South Asian producers.
Fashion
Italian brand Fendi welcomes Maria Grazia Chiuri as CCO
“Maria Grazia Chiuri is one of the greatest creative talents in fashion today, and I am delighted that she has chosen to return to Fendi to continue expressing her creativity within the LVMH group, after sharing her bold vision of fashion. Surrounded by the Fendi teams and in a city that is dear to her, I am convinced that Maria Grazia will contribute to the artistic renewal and future success of the Maison, while perpetuating its unique heritage,” says Bernard Arnault, Chairman and CEO of LVMH Group.
“I’m thrilled to welcome Maria Grazia into the team. The role of a creative director is no longer to simply design beautiful clothes but to curate a culture and hold a mirror to the world we live in. Her talent and vision will be instrumental in fortifying FENDI’s heritage, shaping the future talent in the house and deepening our commitment to Italian craftsmanship,” states Ramon Ros, FENDI’s Chairman and CEO.
Fendi has appointed Maria Grazia Chiuri as its new chief creative officer.
Returning to the Maison where she began her career, Chiuri will lead its artistic direction while strengthening Italian craftsmanship.
Bernard Arnault and Ramon Ros praised her vision and cultural influence.
Chiuri’s debut collection for Fendi, Fall/Winter 2026–2027, will be presented in Milan next February.
“I return to FENDI with honour and joy, having had the privilege of beginning my career under the guidance of the House’s founders, the five sisters. FENDI has always been a forge of talents and a starting point for many creatives in the industry, thanks to the extraordinary ability of these five women to foster and nurture generations of vision and skill.
I am grateful to Mr. Arnault for entrusting me with the task of helping to write a new chapter in the history of this extraordinary women-founded company,” states Maria Grazia Chiuri, FENDI’s Chief Creative Officer.
Maria Grazia will present her first collection, FENDI Fall/Winter 2026-2027, in Milan next February
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