Technical Textiles Belgium - Suppliers Guide

Suppliers Guide

Technical Textiles Belgium Belgian Textiles Powered by Fedustria

Fedustria is the Belgian federation of the textile, wood and furniture industry. We represent around 1,600 companies in Belgium (over 90% of which are SMEs), together creating more than 34,800 direct jobs and generating a turnover of 11.2 billion euros, about 70% of which comes from exports. Our companies are a flagship example of the manufacturing sector in Belgium.

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Index ASTENJOHNSON

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LES ERABLES

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AVITEX

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LUXILON INDUSTRIES

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BALTA OUDENAARDE

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MARCEL LIEBAERT

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BASALTEX

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NOOSA®

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BEKAERT

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OC COMPOSITES

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BEXCO

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OWENS CORNING COMPOSITES

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BONNETERIE DE GEEST

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PHORMIUM

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CENTEXBEL

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SEYNTEX

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CONCORDIA TEXTILES

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SIOEN INDUSTRIES

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DEROTEX

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SOIERIES ELITE

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DEVAN CHEMICALS

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SOLANA

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ELASTA IND

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SPORTS AND LEISURE GROUP

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FINIPUR

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UTEXBEL

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FITCO

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VDS WEAVING

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GEVAERT BANDWEVERIJ

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VELCRO BELGIUM

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INSULCON

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VERTEXCO

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JONCKVANSTEEN GROUP

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VIU MORE

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ASTENJOHNSON GMBH AstenJohnson is a global manufacturer of paper machine clothing, specialized fabrics used in paper machines (e.g. forming, pressing and drying fabrics).

https://www.astenjohnson.com info.eupen@astenjohnson.com

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Fabrics

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Finishing

AVITEX Specialist in quilting, laminating and eco fire retardant finishing.

http://www.vandeputtetextiles.eu/ administratie@vandeputteavitex.be

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BALTA OUDENAARDE NV Balta Oudenaarde is a European manufacturer of technical needlepunched Non-Wovens, active in different B2B segments like, Automotive, Geo-Infrastructure, Printing, Backings and Event.

The products are made from virgin and recycled polypropylene and polyester staple fibres and marketed under the brand Captiqs.

https://www.captiqs.com info@captiqs.com

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Fabrics

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Fibres & yarns Fabrics

BASALTEX Based in Belgium, Basaltex provides sustainable textile solutions engineered from volcanic basalt rock. By transforming natural basalt into high-performance rovings, we deliver natural materials defined by exceptional strength and inherent fire-resistant properties.

Basaltex’ textiles as ecological, plastic-free textiles for nature works, reinforcement to composites and fire-barrier solutions.

https://www.basaltex.com info@basaltex.com

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BEKAERT Bekaert produces technical textiles through its subsidiary Bekintex NV. We transform metal and other fibers into highperformance yarns, woven and non-woven fabrics, knitted structures, used in anti-static, conductive, shielding, heat resistant and heatable applications.

https://metalfibers.bekaert.com bekintexinfo@bekaert.com

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Fibres & yarns Fabrics Other

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Other

BEXCO SYNTHETIC ROPES BY BEKAERT Bexco, Synthetic Ropes by Bekaert, offers a full range of solutions for precision-engineered synthetic mooring, towing and lifting ropes for marine, offshore and industrial applications. We design and produce made-tomeasure fibre rope at our state-of-the-art manufacturing, engineering and test centres in Belgium.

https://ropes.bekaert.com/gb/en/bexco guygogne@gmail.com

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BONNETERIE DE GEEST NV

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https://www.degeest.be info@degeest.be

Finishing Fabrics Other Technical Knitting

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Other Research, testing, development, consultancy

CENTEXBEL Centexbel is Belgium’s central textile research and testing institute and one of Europe’s leading laboratories in the field. The organisation believes strongly in the potential of the European textile and plastics processing industry and works daily with companies, experts, and innovative technologies to build and share knowledge that supports a sustainable future. Its mission focuses on innovation-driven R&D across the entire textile and polymer value chain - particularly in recycling, biobased polymers, and sustainability - to enhance the competitiveness of Belgian and European companies. Centexbel also translates scientific and technological insights into practical industrial processes, keeps companies informed about new opportunities, regulations, and standards, and provides specialised expertise, guidance, and product certification to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and performance requirements. https://www.centexbel.be/ challenge@centexbel.be

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CONCORDIA TEXTILES Founded in 1925. Completely vertically integrated textile manufacturer in Belgium. Weaving, dyeing, coating, laminating, printing and IR finishing fabrics for European military gear and equipment according to NATO requirements.

https://www.concordiatextiles.com info@concordiatextiles.com

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Finishing Coating Fabrics

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DEROTEX

Fibres & yarns

Derotex manufactures natural fibers and produces: • • •

Linen/Flax fibers Recycled Jute fibers Recycled Sisal fibers

It provides raw materials packed in bales for applications in: • • •

textile (spinning) non-woven (geotextiles, automotive, horticulture, draining) and specialty paper industry

https://www.derotex.be/ info@derotex.be

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DEVAN CHEMICALS NV Devan Chemicals is a worldwide developer of speciality chemicals for textiles, headquartered in Belgium and with offices in Portugal and the USA. The company was founded in 1977 and has a strong focus on innovation, research & development and sustainability. Devan is a leading innovator in the fields of protection (flame retardants), performance (odour control, antibacterial, anti-dustmite, PFAS-free water DWR & stain release), thermoregulation & cooling technologies, health & wellness (aromatherapy, revitalizing and allergen control technologies) and fibres and yarns (functional masterbatch technologies). Since July 2021 Devan is part of Pulcra Chemicals, a leading specialty chemicals company based in Germany.

https://www.devan-chemicals.com info@devan-be.com

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Finishing

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ELASTA IND NV Elasta braids, weaves and knits narrow fabrics, elastic & non-elastic.

https://www.elasta.be info@elasta.be

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FINIPUR BV Finipur develops and applies high-quality functional coatings and finished for technical textiles. With advanced machinery and an in-house R&D lab, it delivers solutions used in various defence projects.

Its expertise includes fire-retardant, water- and oil-repellent, and chemicalresistant treatments; IR-reflective and antibacterial coatings; durable lamination for ballistic and weatherproof applications; and customised formulations compliant with international defence standards and REACH regulations.

Finipur strengthens the European defence ecosystem by transforming textiles into high-tech protective solutions, from personal protective equipment to specialised vehicle interiors.

https://www.finipur.com sales@finipur.eu

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Finishing Coating

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Fibres & yarns Fabrics

FITCO Your partner for fibres, yarns and fabrics.

https://www.fitco.be info@fitco.be

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GEVAERT BANDWEVERIJ NV High quality narrow fabrics for technical applications, since 1899.

https://www.gevaerttech.be info@gevaertband.be

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Fabrics

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Fibres & yarns Fabrics

INSULCON NV Insulcon NV is the leading European manufacturer in the area of high temperature resistant industrial textiles, insulation and sealing materials.

Next to this, it is the Belgian sales office of the Insulcon Group, serving the Belgian, Luxembourg and French market.

Insulcon NV production facility In the production facility in Temse, a wide range of insulation and sealing materials are being custom-made, such as twisted ropes, fibre ropes, braided and knitted packings, sleevings, woven and knitted tapes as well as fabrics.

Different types of raw materials (glass fibres, low bio persistant fibres, silica, ceramic fibres, etc.) and several textile technologies (carding, spinning, stitching, twining, texturizing, twisting, braiding, overbraiding, weaving, knitting and coating) are being used.

https://www.insulcon.be insulconnv@insulcon.com

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JONCKVANSTEEN GROUP Jonckvansteen Group has been a leading name for over 70 years, specializing in the production and distribution of yarns and fabrics for the carpet market. Additionally, we provide protective textiles for the construction, transport, and industrial sectors, ensuring quality and durability in every product we offer.

https://www.jonckvansteen.be stan@jonckvansteen.be

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Fibres & yarns Fabrics

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Finishing Fabrics

LES ERABLES Les Erables is a social enterprise with over 40 years of experience in, among other things, the production of flexible and removable mattresses that provide both thermal and mechanical insulation, the manufacture of separate textile components, and the upholstery of various types of furniture, including seats for transport.

It also offers staffing and packaging services.

https://www.leserables.be vh@leserables.be

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LUXILON INDUSTRIES Founded in 1959, Luxilon is a global leader in highperformance monofilament solutions. By focusing on niche markets, the company combines deep expertise with advanced technology to deliver customized, high-quality yarns that meet demanding industrial and textile applications.

https://luxilon.be industry@luxilon.be

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Fibers & yarns

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Fabrics

MARCEL LIEBAERT NV Liebaert Textiles is a Belgian family-owned textile company founded in 1887, specialised in warp and circular knitting of elastic fabrics and narrow weaving.

Renowned throughout the industry for its innovation and creativity. With a highly diversified machine-park, and a fully integrated production process, Lieabaert Textiles isable to produce unique fabrics and narrows.

Used in different applications ranging from luxury intimates to sportswear, automobile and medical devices.

https://www.liebaert.com sales@liebaert.com

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NOOSA® NOOSA® has developed a 100% bio-based and infinitely recyclable textile fiber. Its raw material is PLA (polylactic acid), which carries the lowest environmental footprint of all fibers on the market: -30% CO2 and -80% water consumption compared to conventional cotton.

What sets NOOSA® apart is the patented NOOCYCLE® technology: a chemically unique recycling process in the world (3 patents) that regenerates our fiber to virgin quality, without degradation, from postindustrial and post-consumer waste, including when blended with other fibers.

We offer a complete range, staple fiber, multifilament, yarns, fabrics and finished products, for apparel, activewear and workwear applications.

Certified B Corp, OEKO-TEX Standard 100 and ISCC.

https://noosafiber.com/ jim.hees@Noosafiber.com

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Fibers & yarns Fabrics Other

We can also provide Finish products

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Fibres & yarns Fabrics

OC COMPOSITES About 85 years ago, Owens Corning developed the first commercially viable glass fiber processes, laying the foundation for the composites industry.

Its story is one of continuous innovation, driven by ingenuity and long‑standing partnerships. Its materials have supported thousands of applications worldwide, bringing utility, comfort, and safety, and quietly becoming a thread woven through modern history.

Today, the glass fibers of OC Composites help make vehicles lighter and more energy‑efficient. They are found in recreational products, electronics, bridges, pipes, architectural designs, and the longer, lighter wind turbine blades that power clean energy.

https://www.owenscorning.com/en/composites

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OWENS CORNING COMPOSITES Owens Corning Composites is a global leader in engineered glass-fiber reinforcement materials, enabling lighter, stronger, more durable and sustainable products across multiple industries. With decades of materialsscience expertise, the company replaces traditional materials like steel, wood, and concrete with advanced composite solutions.

Its broad portfolio - including fibers, rovings, fabrics, mats, and specialty products - serves applications in construction, transportation, infrastructure, wind energy, and industrial markets. Backed by a strong global footprint, Owens Corning combines innovation, technical expertise, and sustainability to drive next-generation high-performance composites.

https://www.owenscorning.com/en/composites anthony.peeters@owenscorning.com

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Fibres & yarns Fabrics

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Fabrics

PHORMIUM NV Phormium NV has a long standing experience in the manufacturing and sales of premium technical textiles. With a strong history in geotextiles and agrotextiles. Phormium is fully integrated from polymer based foil production to fabrics in both weaving or knitted technologies.

Phormium is very active in product innovation.

https://www.phormium.com jerome.lebecque@phormium.com

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SEYNTEX NV Seyntex is a leading Belgian family business with over a century of expertise in high-tech protective clothing for defence, police and fire services.

Seyntex develops and manufactures high-tech protective solutions, ranging from ballistic vests, combat and rainwear to tents, camouflage nets and specialised CBRN systems. These meet the most strict international safety standards and are used daily by governments and security services worldwide.

https://www.seyntex.com/ Sales@Seyntex.com

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Other

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Finishing Coating Fibres & yarns Fabrics Other

With its expertise and customercentered developments, Sioen is a world market reference in the fields of Technical Textiles, Protective Clothing and Colouring Solutions.

SIOEN INDUSTRIES NV Sioen Industries NV (‘Sioen’) is a world-renowned textile solutions provider. Founded in the 1960s in Belgium, Sioen has gradually grown into a highly diversified, global industrial group employing around 6,000 people around the world. Sioen develops, produces and distributes a wide variety of products within the world of technical textiles: fibres, colouring solutions, wovens and non-wovens, coated fabrics and protective clothing.

Technical superiority is what binds all three divisions: Technical Textiles, Protective Clothing & Colouring Solutions. With permanent investments in state-of-the-art machinery, innovation and talent, Sioen continuously lifts its products, people and business partners to new heights.

https://sioen.com info@sioen.com

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SOIERIES ELITE

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Fibres & yarns

Since 1932 Soieries Elite is an expert in enhancing and refining yarns using innovative and high-tech techniques. Soieries Elite believes in the power of co-creation and co-engineering with respect for our suppliers, cusomers, staff and stakeholders.

https://www.soierieselite.com w.gernaey@soierieselite.com

Innovative and creative yarns for weaving, knitting, sewing and much more. Antistatic yarns based on carbon filamentyarn, and conductive yarns based on stainless steel monofilament, both in a wide range.

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Finishing Fabrics Other

SOLANA NV Founded in 1950, SOLANA is a family-owned company.

Specializing in the processing and distribution of technical textiles for industrial applications. With in-house production and advanced machinery, it delivers tailor-made solutions beyond standard designs.

https://www.solana.be mail@solana.be

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SPORTS AND LEISURE GROUP NV Sports and Leisure Group NV, part of the TenCate Group, is a Belgium-based, vertically integrated developer, manufacturer, distributor and installer of artificial grass for Sports and Outdoor Living worldwide.

The company operates a multibrand portfolio, bringing its products to market through different brands across various segments and regions. The state-of-the-art production facility (Factory of the Future winner 2026 - 2028) enables large-scale, high-efficiency manufacturing, delivering consistent performance and long-term value to partners worldwide.

https://www.slgroup.be info@slgroup.be

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Finishing Coating Fibres & yarns

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Fibres & yarns Fabrics

UTEXBEL NV UTEXBEL develops, produces and commercializes yarns and fabrics with multiple high-quality functionalities according to customer specifications, which contribute to the safety, health and comfort of the end user, without losing sight of the aesthetic.

UTEXBEL is OEKO-TEX STeP certified, which means that various sustainability objectives are anchored in the daily policy.

https://www.utexbel.com info@utexbel.be

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VDS WEAVING NV As an independent partner for development and production, VdS Weaving combines deep weaving expertise with in-house R&D to transform complex ideas into high-performance textile solutions, building long-term partnerships based on innovation, precision, and trust.

Skills : Warping & Weaving up to 3400mm UD,2D and 3D Spacerfabrics Multilayer, Tubular & Leno Yarns : Mono,Multi,tape & spun PET,PA,HDPE,PE,PP,HMPE,ARAMIDS,..

Premium Manufacturing Partner of DYNEEMA®

https://www.vdsweaving.com info@vdsweaving.com

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Fabrics Other

Commission warping and weaving

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Finishing Coating Other

VELCRO BELGIUM NV

https://www.velcro.be/ cgerniers@velcro.comi

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VERTEXCO NV Chemical company providing tailor made solutions for textile, plastic and wood production.

https://www.vertexco.be info@vertexco.be

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Finishing Coating Fibres & yarns

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Other

VIU MORE Solutions for quality defect automation during textile production using Artical Intelligence driven image analysis.

AI enables to detect rare and difficult defects at high production speed

https://www.viumore.com dominique.neerinck@viumore.com

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Beyond the participating companies: discover the full Technical Textiles Community of Fedustria ADFIL

FITCO GRASS

OC COMPOSITES

ALAN & CO

FPS FLEXIBLES BELGIUM

OWENS CORNING COMPOSITES

ASTENJOHNSON

GEVAERT BANDWEVERIJ

PHORMIUM

AUNDE BELGIUM

GLOBAL TEXTILE ALLIANCE BELGIUM

PROCOTEX CORPORATION

AVITEX

GR BELGIUM

ROTEXCO TRADING

BALTA OUDENAARDE

HEIMBACH SPECIALITIES

SEYNTEX

BASALTEX

HELIOSCREEN, EEN DIVISIE VAN HUNTER DOUGLAS BELGIUM

SIOEN INDUSTRIES

IEPERBAND

SOLANA

BEAULIEU TECHNICAL TEXTILES BEKINTEX BELGIAN FIBERS GROUP BELREY FIBRES BEXCO BONNETERIE DE GEEST BONTEXGEO CLAESSENS V.A. ETN. CONCORDIA TEXTILES COPACO SCREENWEAVERS DEROTEX DSTG - DE SAEDELEIR TEXTILE GROUP ELASTA IND FINIPUR FITCO

INSULCON ISOMATEX JONCKVANSTEEN GROUP KNITTEX LANO LES ERABLES LIBECO LUXILON INDUSTRIES MARCEL LIEBAERT MILLIKEN EUROPE NOOSA NORDITUBE TECHNOLOGIES ONTEX

SOIERIES ELITE SPORTS AND LEISURE GROUP SUNCONFEX TARKETT TWE MEULEBEKE UTEXBEL NV VANOTEX NV VARODEM VDS WEAVING VELCRO BELGIUM VERTEXCO VETEX VIU MORE

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