The study shows that melt processing can effectively recycle polyamide-elastane textiles, with processing conditions playing a key role in balancing material strength, flexibility, and circular...
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R&I, techniques and technological solutionsSustainable competitivenessTextile+5 more
European Commission leaders highlighted industrial competitiveness, innovation and strategic autonomy at Hannover Messe 2026, with a focus on simplifying regulation and strengthening Europe’s industrial base.
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Ecosystem's readiness to support EU strategic autonomy and defence effortsR&I, techniques and technological solutionsSustainable competitiveness+25 more
The European Parliament committee has backed updated rules to strengthen worker protection from hazardous chemicals, introducing new exposure limits and safety measures across industries.
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Social dimensionRegulation and public governanceAerospace and defence+10 more
Il Vestito Verde has introduced two new digital tools, a national repair map and a database of slow fashion brands, to encourage more responsible consumption...
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Social dimensionSustainable competitivenessTextile+3 more
The report highlights the need for a systemic approach to scale textile circularity in Europe, with France positioned as a leading case study. Achieving meaningful...
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Sustainable competitivenessTextileFibres, yarns and fabrics+10 more
Artificial intelligence is emerging as a strategic tool to address the growing challenge of unsold inventory in the fashion industry. By improving demand forecasting, optimizing...
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Sustainable competitivenessTextileWaste management, reuse and repair
On 29 April 2026, key stakeholders across the ecosystem will celebrate World Leather Day, a yearly occurrence to support the leather industry, together with its...
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R&I, techniques and technological solutionsSkillsSocial dimension+3 more
On 19 February 2026, Circular Economy Network, in collaboration with Confederazione nazionale dell'artigianato e della piccola e media impresa (CNA), hosted the webinar ‘The right...
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R&I, techniques and technological solutionsSustainable competitivenessRegulation and public governance+14 more
Industrial symbiosis is a circular economy approach where companies exchange resources to reduce waste and create shared environmental and economic value. It relies on collaboration...
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Sustainable competitivenessAgri-foodTextile+1 more
The 2026 edition of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Jumpstarter programme is now open for applications, offering training, mentoring, and funding to...
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Investments and fundingR&I, techniques and technological solutionsSkills+16 more
