Abstract: A process of dyeing hanks and apparatus suitable for the process employs a longitudinally movable belt with longitudinally extending, transversely spaced support positions to carry a transversely arranged hank. A stream of highly fluid dye liquor is directed through nozzles onto the hank and soaks the hank locally. The dye is fixed, preferably by steaming, without disturbing the hanks after the permeation with dye liquor.