Pointcarre and Heriot-Watt University Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Textile Education
Edinburgh, UK – November 2025 – Pointcarre Textile Software, a leader in computer-aided design (CAD) solutions for the textile industry, today announced a new partnership with Heriot-Watt University.
This collaboration establishes Pointcarre as the official textile CAD software for the university's esteemed School of Textiles and Design, located at its Scottish Borders Campus.
The partnership aims to equip the next generation of textile professionals with industry-leading technology and skills.
The collaboration was recently solidified when the Pointcarre team conducted a comprehensive training session for the entire faculty at the Heriot-Watt Scottish Borders Campus.
This initiative ensures that educators are fully proficient in the software suite, enabling them to provide students with the highest level of instruction.
The training covered Pointcarre's full range of design software, including its advanced AI-powered tools designed to streamline the creative process.
Through this partnership, students at Heriot-Watt University will receive hands-on training with Pointcarre's weaving, knitting, and printing software.
The curriculum will incorporate modules on Dobby and Jacquard weaving, digital and rotary printing separations, and intricate knit design.
Furthermore, students will learn to leverage Pointcarre's 3D mapping and visualisation capabilities, as well as its innovative AI features like Design Maker for pattern generation and Repeat Maker for creating seamless repeats.
This initiative underscores a shared commitment to bridging the gap between academia and industry.
By integrating professional-grade software into its curriculum, Heriot-Watt University is preparing its students for the technological demands of the modern textile sector.
This forward-thinking approach provides students with a significant competitive advantage, ensuring they are ready to make an immediate impact upon entering the workforce.
Pointcarre is proud to support the institution in nurturing future leaders and innovators in textile design.
About Pointcarre Textile Software
Pointcarre Textile Software is a pioneering technology company specialising in advanced textile design solutions.
With over 30 years of industry experience, Pointcarre develops innovative software platforms that streamline textile creation processes whilst promoting sustainable manufacturing practices.
Pointcarré supports textile professionals across all sectors. With a single, intuitive platform compatible with both Mac & PC, Pointcarré enables the creation, simulation, visualization and the manufacturing of all types of fabrics.
The company serves leading textile manufacturers, fashion brands, and design studios worldwide.
