Join WTiN’s content team as we discuss the biggest events and trends that have shaped the global textile industry in the last year. As we near the end of 2025, WTiN’s content team come together in this end of year podcast to discuss the trends, themes, challenges and circumstances that have shaped the global textile industry this year. Our head of content Madeline Thomas speaks about the economic climate of the industry, while Jessica Robe, innovation and consultancy lead; Otis Robinson...

In this episode of WTiN’s Textile Innovation Podcast we speak with WTiN’s head of content Madelaine Thomas and innovation & consultancy lead Jessica Robe. We have had a busy few months at WTiN, not only have we hosted our first ever Circularity Week, which took place between 17 – 20 November, but we have also attended textile tradeshows including ITMA ASIA + CITME Singapore 2025 and Performance Days. Our head of content Madeline Thomas attended ITMA Asia + CITME at Singapore Expo, S...

In this episode of WTiN’s Textile Innovation Podcast we speak with Zimri T. Hinshaw, CEO of Rheom Materials. Rheom Materials is pioneering next-gen materials that leverage existing plastics manufacturing to create scalable, biobased alternatives to petrochemicals. The Houston, Texas-based company uses biopolymers derived from plant-based matter for new applications across the fashion and textile industry, plus others. In this episode, Hinshaw speaks through the company’s processes and how its...

In this episode of WTiN’s Textile Innovation Podcast we speak with Stefano Mazzetti, co-founder and CEO at Ohoskin. Ohoskin is an Italian company that has created painted fabrics created from orange and cactus byproducts in Sicily. Through a circular economy process, Ohoskin transforms waste into a luxurious, durable material that luxury brands seeking a high-quality, biological, and sustainable alternative to animal leather can use. Mazzetti delves into and explains Ohoskin’s circular ...

In this episode of WTiN’s Textile Innovation Podcast we speak with Helene Behrenfedlt, senior industry strategy director fashion at Infor. Infor is a cloud software provider, which has been built specifically for industries like manufacturing. The company creates easy-to-use, comprehensive solutions that help manufacturers operate more smoothly and intelligently. Behrenfedlt focuses on the fashion and footwear industries, she speaks about the benefits of using cloud software and[PREVIEW ENDS]...

WTiN Textile Innovation Podcast speaks to Jessica Franken, director of government affairs at Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART). SMART stands for Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association. Based in the US, the international trade association strengthens economic opportunities for its members by promoting the interdependence of the for-profit textile recycling industry segment and by providing a common forum of networking, education and advocacy. In this ...

In this latest episode of WTiN’s Textile Innovation podcast, we speak with Shivam Gusain water engineer, dyestuff chemist and LCA analyst, about his work in LCAs and problem solving within the textile industry. Gusain is also the founder of Decypher, a consultancy service for the industry. He delves into problems surrounding decarbonisation and circularity within the textile supply chain, with a sharp focus on textile dyeing and finishing. Additionally, Gusain talks at length about how ...

WTiN Textile Innovation Podcast speaks to Paul Alger MBE, director of international affairs at UKFT, in a two-part special. Welcome back to the second part of our two part special podcast series with the UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT). We are speaking with Paul Alger, director of international affairs at UKFT. In the first episode, Alger spoke about the work of the UKFT and the importance of global trade shows. In this second episode, he explores international trade and the busines...

WTiN Textile Innovation Podcast speaks to Paul Alger MBE, director of international affairs at UKFT, in a two part special. This is the first part of a two part special podcast series with the UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT). We speak with Paul Alger MBE, director of international affairs at UKFT in both episodes. In this first episode Alger delves into the work of UKFT and his position in international trade for the organisation. He speaks about the importance of g...

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks with MeiLin Wan, founder and CEO of GenuTrace. The US-based consulting business provides advisory services in supply chain traceability, brand protection and product authentication. Using multi-proof point technology, from forensic testing to digital tools, companies can back up sustainability claims with science-based evidence. Wan explains how GenuTrace partners with brands, producers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders to build supply chain int...

The Textile Innovation podcast speaks with Fahid Hussain Kahlon, vice president sales and marketing of Interloop Limited. Interloop is a vertically integrated supplier of hosiery, denim, knitted apparel, and seamless activewear for leading global brands. The Pakistani textile manufacturer is based in Faisalabad and is known for its commitment to environmental and social impact. In this episode Kahlon speaks about how Interloop uses data-led transparency, automated operations, and ...

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks with Sadavarte Samit, director of business development (new markets) at The Haartz Corporation. The Haartz Corporation is leader in highly engineered and uniquely designed convertible toppings and interior surface materials. Headquartered in North America, with additional manufacturing in Germany and India, Haartz is working towards eliminating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from fabrics and finishes. Haartz is the exclusive North Americ...

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks with Simon Kew, COO of Sparxell. Sparxell develops next-generation colours and effects by providing 100% plant-based performance colourants. Spinning out from the University of Cambridge after years of research on biomimetic photonics and structural colours, Sparxell aims to eliminate toxic chemicals from colouration. With GHG emissions currently predicted to triple by the middle of the century, the fashion industry is far off course to reach Net Zero, as...

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks with Dan English, CEO at sporting goods manufacturer VOORMI. Voormi is merging advanced textile innovation with new technology to create sustainable, high-performance apparel. In this episode English delves into the company’s Mij™ innovation, a wearable technology that tracks thermal stress in real-time. Mij has been designed to help individuals better manage their body temperature for optimised health. Using advanced senor-based textile technology ...

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks with Chelsea Franklin, head of advanced concepts at PANGAIA. PANGAIA is a lifestyle brand bringing scientific material innovations to the market. Using nature as inspiration the UK-based brand creates bio-engineered materials. In this episode, head of advanced concepts Chelsea Franklin speaks to me about the brand’s use of Fulgar’s EVO 100% bio-based fabric, which is obtained from castor oil. Franklin touches upon how it contributes toward Pangaia’s...

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks with Stephen Bates, CEO of Rheon Labs. RHEON is a dynamic material that is naturally soft and flexible - it absorbs ultra-high levels of energy by stiffening when subject to force. UK-based company Rheon Labs creates the material, which was born out of NASA and developed at Imperial College in London. In this episode CEO Stephen Bates explains how the material has been developed, its impact and how it has been integrated in the textile and app...

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks with Pasindu Lugoda, senior lecturer in medical device design at Nottingham Trent University. A research team from Nottingham Trent University, in collaboration with Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) and Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, have developed washable and durable magnetic field sensing electronic textiles, paving the way for touchless interaction through clothing. In this episode we speak with lead researcher Pasindu Lugoda...

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks to Ranil Vitarana, chief innovation officer at MAS Holdings. MAS Holdings is an innovation driven apparel company focusing on fashion and lifestyle. It is one of Asia’s largest manufacturers of apparel, including intimate wear, sports and performance wear, swim and athleisure among other categories. Through innovation, MAS aims to solve problems faced by wearers and provide apparel solutions that elevate their lifestyle. In this episode Vitarana exp...

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks with Jordan Schindler, CEO and founder of Clothing 2.0. Biotechnology company Clothing 2.0, in Conover, North Carolina, US, has developed a patented technology that infuses consistent doses of medicines, vitamins and supplements into yarn that create laundry-safe, reusable healing garments and textile products. We discuss how this category of products gives consumers better control of their health and wellness just by getting dressed. Schindler expl...

The Textile Innovation Podcast speaks with Alexa Raab, director of communications and Matthew Cole, brand marketing manager for Sorona at Covation Biomaterials. Covation Biomaterials is a global innovator offering a portfolio of high-performance, sustainable solutions. The company’s Sorona brand is ready for many applications. Its unique molecular structure makes the Sorona polymer ideal for a wide range of apparel. We discuss how using different fibre variations delivers performance be...