Lenzing Group and KARL MAYER Revolutionise Warp Knitting with TENCEL™ Fibres at Première Vision Paris
PARIS, France – 3 February – Lenzing Group has announced a renewed strategic collaboration with KARL MAYER to push the boundaries of textile innovation.
The partnership unveils an advanced warp-knitted capsule collection utilising scalable TENCEL™ Lyocell and Modal fibres with Micro Technology, debuting today at Première Vision Paris.
This collaboration combines Lenzing’s profound expertise in sustainable cellulosic fibres and yarn innovation with KARL MAYER’s high-performance warp knitting technology.
The joint effort addresses long-standing technical challenges in processing cellulose fibres, enabling the creation of smooth, lightweight, and durable fabrics specifically designing for the lingerie, innerwear, and lifestyle sectors.
The new capsule collection represents a significant step forward for the textile industry, demonstrating that scalability and sustainability need not be mutually exclusive.
By leveraging Micro Technology, the partnership ensures that the environmental benefits of TENCEL™ fibres can be applied to complex knitting processes without compromising on quality or performance.
Visitors to Première Vision Paris are invited to explore the results of this pioneering partnership firsthand. The collection is currently on display at the Lenzing booth 6P30 from February 3 to February 5.
The showcase highlights how the synergy between raw material innovation and advanced machinery can produce fabrics that meet modern demands for comfort and durability while adhering to rigorous ethical standards.
The initiative underscores Lenzing Group's commitment to driving systemic change within the fashion and textile supply chain.
By providing scalable solutions that reduce environmental impact, the company continues to position itself as a thought leader in the movement towards a more sustainable and humane industry.
About Lenzing Group
The Lenzing Group stands for ecologically responsible production of speciality fibres made from the renewable raw material wood.
As an innovation leader, Lenzing is a partner of global textile and nonwoven manufacturers and drives many new technological developments.
The Group’s high-quality fibres form the basis for a variety of textile applications ranging from elegant clothing to versatile denims and high-performance sports clothing, consistent with their commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
About Karl Mayer
KARL MAYER is a mechanical engineering company that offers a wide range of products and services of its sector with the focus on textile machinery building.
The business activities are concentrated on the fields of warp knitting, technical textiles and warp preparation for weaving.
KARL MAYER supports the success of its international customers with products and services that are outstanding in both economic and technical terms, as well as with innovations that move the textile world forward.
KARL MAYER has almost 2,500 employees. Thanks to its global organization and its claim to produce in its main markets, the company is always close to its customers and their needs.
Today, it has subsidiaries in the USA, India, Italy, Hong Kong, Japan, China, Türkiye and Switzerland, as well as agencies in all parts of the world.
KARL MAYER is a German family-owned company, which has focused on financial independence and economic sustainability since its foundation in 1937.
As a permanent, reliable partner with decades of experience and a high level of quality in all areas, it supports the competitiveness of its customers and business partners.
