Archive: September 2026
Seating material incorporating bio-based and recycled inputs
Automotive technology supplier Magna International has developed a sustainable leather alternative made from apples and recycled materials.
Chinese OEMs reshaping Europe’s automotive textile supply chains
The rapid expansion of Chinese automotive manufacturers across Europe is beginning to reshape long-established sourcing patterns for interior, safety and structural textiles.
UK upholstery company celebrates 10 years in business
Bowcombe, Isle of Wight, UK, upholstery business 1st Class Covers is celebrating 10 years of trading, marking a decade of growth in automotive, marine and…
Flame-retardant and recyclable fibre-reinforced composite
Researchers at Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing and Research, based in St Gallen, Switzerland, have developed the first fully recyclable composite material…
Strong growth forecast for aircraft interior fabrics
The global aircraft interior fabric market is entering a period of sustained expansion, driven by fleet renewal, cabin-upgrade cycles and rising expectations for passenger comfort…