Jan Kath: Red Dot Award for rug Doto

The rug Doto, designed by Jan Kath and his son Sanchir, has been awarded the Red Dot Award 2025. Inspired by the ocean, the design combines flowing transitions with shimmering colors. With Sanchir Kath, the next generation is now bringing fresh creative energy into the family business.

Dr Andreas Hoerning to remain CEO of Westwing

The Supervisory Board of Westwing Group SE has extended Dr Andreas Hoerning’s term as Chief Executive Officer until the end of 2028. His new three-year term will begin on 1 January 2026. Hoerning has led the interior and home & living e-commerce company since July 2022.

India Carpet Expo returns to October schedule

The 49th India Carpet Expo has been given a new date and will now take place from 11 to 14 October 2025 at the Carpet Expo Mart in Bhadohi (Uttar Pradesh). Organiser CEPC is responding to feedback from international buyers and returning to the well-established October slot.

Home textiles show strongest growth in German e-commerce

Following a downturn between 2022 and early 2024, German e-commerce has seen rising sales for five consecutive quarters since April 2024. According to industry association BEVH, online revenues in the first half of 2025 totalled EUR 39.84 billion – an increase of 3.5% compared to the same period last year.

Zimmer Austria: Tony Naschberger steps down

After nearly 50 years with Zimmer Austria, Tony Naschberger stepped down from his role as Senior Advisor to J. Zimmer Maschinenbau GmbH as of 30 June 2025. As long-time Managing Director, he played a key role in shaping the company’s technological development.

Vandewiele: Textile machinery manufacturer reports millions in losses

Belgium-based Vandewiele Group, a global supplier of systems and machinery for the textile industry – in particular weaving machines – closed 2024 with a drop in turnover from EUR 785 M to EUR 605 M and a net loss of EUR 47 M. The result was weighed down by geopolitical uncertainty in key export markets.

Hammer stores: Self-administered insolvency filed – operations to continue

The Brüder Schlau Group, which includes the nationwide Hammer retail chain, filed for insolvency under self-administration on June 26th, 2025. The application has already been approved by the district court in Bielefeld. The company cites structural challenges in the market environment and ongoing financial pressures as reasons for the move. According to an official press release, all Hammer stores are expected to remain open.

Kibek: Manuel Colpo takes over as Head of Sales

Since June 1st, Manuel Colpo has been the new Head of Sales at the carpet retail chain Kibek. He succeeds Daniel Voigt and is now responsible for the company’s 16 locations throughout Germany. Colpo brings extensive industry experience to the role, having previously served as Head of Sales at Depot and in a senior position at Lidl.

Lano fully acquired by Belgotex

According to the online portal Made in, textile group Belgotex (which includes Associated Weavers and Balsan) has acquired 100% of Lano. The group, led by Stephan Colle, had already taken a 60% stake in Lano in 2022, while the remaining 40% were held by the Lano family.