The global economic downturn, coupled with an absence of major sporting events this year, means the performance apparel market is likely to see a “significant and painful” drop in 2009. But despite this short-term slump, the long-term prospects for the sector are good, a new report from just-style has found. |
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Global market review of performance apparel – forecasts to 2016 (download) - Research (29th October 2009) The performance apparel market analysed in this report concentrates on two major areas: performance apparel within sportswear; performance apparel within protectivewear. The report provides data and analysis for the market growth of performance apparel and analyses regional trends considering various technological, commercial, environmental and ethical issues affecting the sector. US: Velcro develops new high-performance fabric - Article (24th September 2009) Velcro USA Inc, a company best-known for its hook and loop fasteners, has launched a new high-performance breathable fabric that is said to be virtually imperceptible to the wearer. US: Swimwear group takes tough stance on bodysuits - Article (27th July 2009) New rules setting out the shape and material of the record-breaking high-tech bodysuits worn by competitive swimmers have been described by Speedo as “a retrograde step that could be detrimental to the future of swimming.” FRANCE: New performance fibre derived from castor oil - Article (24th June 2009) French technology firm Arkema has developed a new polymer derived from castor oil, which it says can be used to produce high performance textile fibres for use in clothing and footwear. US: Researchers set sights on nonwoven apparel fabrics - Article (13th February 2009) Researchers in the US are embarking on a new project to try to create nonwoven fabrics that are of a high enough quality to make clothing. US: New SmartSilver protection for high-tech fibres - Article (24th November 2008) Performance fabrics used in fire, military, and safety occupations can now incorporate antimicrobial protection through a new application process devised by specialty dye house GJ Littlewood & Son Inc. |
