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2026/2 Retail Stories: July to December 2026
Story 1: ACADEMIA Highlighting the importance of critical thinking, education, and authenticity in a world overwhelmed by misinformation. Download the report here Story 2: …
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Top 5 Materials – September 2025
1. NattyBOARD® - Hemp & Natural Fiber Composite Boards MC# 1361101 Manufacturer - Boardwurks Biocomposites Family of formaldehyde-free composite panels manufactured from rapidly …
Top 5 Materials – August 2025
1. AVICUERO® TR22 MC# 740112 Manufacturer - Archroma U.S. Inc. This chrome-free and metal-free leather tanning and dyeing system enables reduced CO2 emissions during wet-end processing …
Top 5 Materials – July 2025
1. Savian by BioFluff MC# 1240201 Manufacturer - BioFluff A 100% plant-based alternative to fur and shearling, made from flax, nettle, and hemp. It is produced using a proprietary, …
Eye On: Biobased Fibers
The material toolkit used to create the fabrics is evolving. Textile production has long relied on a relatively fixed set of raw materials: natural fibers like cotton and wool, synthetic polymers such …
Fiber Spinning Methods
Fiber Spinning Methods We’ve explored various textile manufacturing methods, but what’s happening at the fiber level? Demystifying how synthetic and man-made fibers are made, from raw material to …
Top 5 Materials – June 2025
1. MIROKO MC# 1360102 Manufacturer - ANAN (CHINA) CO., LTD. This synthetic ‘patent leather’ technology is engineered to resist wrinkles and to maintain long-term surface smoothness. It is …
ICFF 2025: Material Trends
Each year, ICFF offers a glimpse into emerging design directions and material trends across furniture, decor, and finishings, showcasing a mix of established brands and up-and-coming designers in the …
Tradeshow Report: TechTextil 2025
The 2025 edition of Techtextil North America took place from May 6–8 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Co-located with Texprocess Americas, the event attracted over 6,000 visitors and …
Trend Report – The Female Healthscape
Women’s health and wellness is emerging as one of today’s most dynamic and promising markets, offering a vast potential for innovation and business growth. Historically, many industries have failed to …
Top 5 Materials – May 2025
1. Fluid Channeling Fabric MC# 909209 Manufacturer - Twinery (MAS Holdings) This knitted textile features three layers that efficiently manage and absorb fluids. The textile is elastic …
Top 5 Materials – April 2025
1. Natural fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite rebar MC# 1358901 Manufacturer - FibreWerks, Inc. This hemp-based Natural Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic (NFRT) composite rebar is …
Tradeshow Report: The Materials Show NE February 2025
The winter edition of the Materials Show NE took place from February 19–20 at SoWa Power Station in Boston. The show featured over 60 suppliers and saw a steady stream of visitors, with strong …
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Trend Report – Navigating a Real Fake Culture
In an age where information is instantly accessible, the world faces a crisis of truth. The rise of post-truth politics has eroded the boundary between fact and fiction, leaving citizens, governments, …
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Top 5 Materials – March 2025
1. PULP INJECTION MOLDING (PIM) MC# 697327 Manufacturer - Nissha USA This adapted injection molding technology creates parts using pulp-based pellets. The pellets are 50% pulp, 40% …
