Consumer trends impacting the textile industry in 2020-21
Influenced by current global political turmoil, climate crisis, trade tensions and a general instability, in the 2020-21 seasons, the global textile market will henceforth focus on home and apparel textiles. Designers are redefining materials and their applications in the modern designs. They are using materials as res... Read more
Catalysing major shifts to help fashion companies reduce GHG emissions
"Though many countries added climate crisis to the top of their agenda in 2019, many were not serious about the urgency of this issue. On November 4, 2019, US President Donald withdrew from the Paris Agreement by notifying the United Nations of its intention to leave. Cosigned by the US and 194 other countries in Decem... Read more
International apparel brands trigger price war in Bangladesh market
"The second largest clothing manufacturer and exporter in the world, Bangladesh has become a major hub for manufacturing of extraordinarily cheap garments. Though industry leaders expected Bangladesh’s status as the world’s top manufacturer of cheap garments to change post the April 2013 Rana Plaza collapse... Read more
Klarna UK announces partnership with Jacket Required
"Jacket Required, the UK’s fashion contemporary menswear and streetwear trade show, taking place at the Old Truman Brewery on the January 22nd to 23rd January 2020, has announced its partnership with Klarna UK to support its commitment to menswear retail and the fashion industry. The show has also revealed a line... Read more
Functional yarns brings value to textile products at Yarn Expo Spring 2020
Exhibitors and newcomers, including the suppliers from Belarus, are set to show off their latest innovations to meet the specific sourcing needs of buyers with a diverse range of unique functional yarns at Yarn Expo Spring. The fair will be held from 11th to 13th March 2020 at the National Exhibition and Convention Cen... Read more
Digital transformation redefining the future of fashion industry
"Viewed as both an opportunity and threat, digital transformation enables manufacturers to save time and costs by enabling them to manufacture small quantities of products profitably. However, it also leads to a loss of human touch in fashion design and garment making. Digital transformation is necessary to deal with s... Read more
Hosiery industry gets a revamp with the launch of eco-friendly tights
If spring/summer 2020 runways are to go by, trendy tights have caught the attention of many designers across the globe. British designer Richard Quinn has launched a new range of tights decorated with brash florals to match the prints on his gowns. The mania of logo is also rife with labels like Gucci, Saks Potts and F... Read more
Urgent action needed to revive the Indian garment industry
In a classic case of administrative delays hampering development, tax refunds worth Rs 5,000 crore ( .70 billion) are pending with the government. In March 2019, the government introduced a new scheme for the garment exports sector. Called the Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (RoSCTL), the scheme sought to ... Read more
Uster partners with Chinese company Esquel
It takes a special kind of focus for a company to achieve the status of a recognized ‘industry leader’. Maintaining that position is even more challenging, with a constant drive for maximum efficiency, optimized quality and total customer satisfaction. The Chinese company Esquel has exactly those attributes... Read more
US-China tariff battle ends with trade deal, apparel sector unhappy with de…
"United States will reduce the 15 per cent tariffs imposed on a wide range of Chinese consumer goods by half and also cancel another round of tariffs implemented in December. On its part, China will buy an additional $12.5 billion worth of agricultural products from the US in the first year and $19.5 billion worth of g... Read more
Product quality, infrastructure to help Bangladesh counter Ethiopian challe…
"Giving tough competition to Bangladesh, Ethiopia has emerged strong as a sourcing destination for apparels. However, how much Bangladesh needs to fear its new rival is a question being raised by many experts. The Ethiopian government is investing lots of efforts in promoting its apparel industry. The country is invest... Read more
More operational investments to help brands grow, manage unsold inventory
"Sound inventory management is gaining importance as this year around 11 of the 16 major retail companies globally, selling apparel, footwear or accessories, filed for bankruptcy. Majority of companies are dominated by private label products. Poor inventory management is driving retailers to such dire straits who have ... Read more
'We plan to increase RTW exports to Europe and America in the next two year…
"After a successful four decades experience in the home furnishing segment, Medusa Source ventured into the fashion apparel business. The company supplies garments to some of the top brands of North America, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Asia Pacific and Australia. It follows the best modern supply side practices... Read more
Ecommerce technologies changing shopping experiences across India
The world's sixth-largest economy, India also has the world’s youngest population. According to India Brand Equity Foundation, this will boost consumer expenditure in the country to $3.6 trillion by next year as emerging new technologies is changing the overall shopping experiences. As Prasad Shejale, Founder an... Read more
A great year ahead for the Turel Group as demand for machines grows
Banking on the growing demand for its machines, Turel Group expects 2020 to be a great year for the company.Viraf Turel, Chairman expounds on the company’s operations, future plans and the market in Ludhiana Unperturbed by the economic recession, the Turel Group of companies grew by 20 per cent in 2019. ... Read more
Turkey’s cotton production gets government’s policy boost
"An important link between Europe and Asia, Turkey is a significant exporter of cotton and cotton products to the European Union. The country's textile exporters are known for their fast order response time and higher quality products. Nearly 36,000 companies operate in the sector. The EU remains the leading market for... Read more
Narinder International launches two new machines at GMMSA
The 5th edition of GMMSA Expo India 2020, organised by Garments Machinery Manufacturers and Suppliers Association (GMMSA), was held from January 03-06, 2020 at Ludhiana.Narinder International, one of the major machinery suppliers from Ludhiana, was a major participant at the expo. Narinder Kumar, Director of the compan... Read more
The Fairyland for Fashion is creating dimensions for fashion industries
"The Fairyland for Fashion represents a unique location where visitors can make contact with the main international suppliers for fabrics (cotton, denim, silk, linen and hemp, wool, leather and related materials, synthetic fibres, suiting, embroidery and lace, jacquard, plain or printed fabrics, etc.), finished clothin... Read more
Pitti Uomo: Slow start but gains momentum with more visitors and events
"International menswear show Pitti Uomo, held from January 7 to 10, 2020 in Florence's Fortezza da Basso, launched many new collections for F/W 2020-21. Though the show started on a slower note, its second and third days were busier and livelier, and hosted more number of visitors" International menswear show ... Read more
Texworld Paris 2020 offers range of diversity
Texworld Paris, international offer of fabrics, supplies and accessories through nearly 750 exhibitors from more than 25 countries. There is always a new player in cotton, wool, linen and silk notably from China, India and Korea. An exceptional offer is also expected from the print and jacquard sectors, which contains ... Read more
Localisation, Technology and Spinternet gain attention
"Globalisation is leading to a reformation in thinking of global economies that are shifting their focus to localisation. Now, wars are being raged over tech, rather than trade. The new economic paradigms, emerging in response to world’s social, environment, political and economic challenges, call for new rules o... Read more
Rental fashion to be grab the limelight in 2020
Starting a new trend, Banana Republic launched its own rental services in 2019. However, the road ahead seems challenging as even big rental companies like Rent the Runway have been facing tough times of late. The company faced several service glitches in 2019 and even had to shut down its subscription facilities for a... Read more
Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada 2020 plans comprehensive trade additions wi…
Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada, one of the renowned international sourcing event focused on the North American apparel, textile, and fashion sectors is proud to announce that it will be doing its fifth annual edition at a new venue, the Toronto Congress Centre, August 17th to 19th 2020. ATSC 2020 is expec... Read more
Pure London shares womenswear edit and debut Barbara Hulanicki collection “…
The incredible founder and designer of Biba, Barbara Hulanicki has collaborated with slow-fashion ethical label Flare Street for a new AW20 collection which will be launching in the UK at Pure London. Barbara has created a hand-drawn textile design exclusively for Flare Street featuring on a range of modern and meticul... Read more
Quality consciousness, cost management to help textile manufacturers beat c…
“The knitting industry has grown over the past few years with over 4,500 machines making knitted shoe uppers in New Delhi today,” notes Rajesh Bihani, Managing Director, RI Texsolutions, a company engaged in manufacturing knitted shoe uppers for adults and children. Dismal outlook for future However, the ... Read more
Dr. A Sakthivel takes charge as the new Chairman of AEPC
"Padma Shri Dr. A Sakthivel has taken over as the new chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council from January 6, 2020. He was elected to the Board of Directors of Apparel Export Promotion Council in the year 1982 and has served the council for almost four decades. He is also the first person in the history of AEP... Read more
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New technologies, investments, compliance to aid industry growth
Technology is making big strides across the global apparel industry. However, India lags behind countries like Vietnam and Cambodia in the adoption of these technol... Read more
Kingtex embarks on India expansion amidst market slowdown
Established in 1967, Kingtex is a Taiwan-based textile machinery manufacturer involved in making knitting and sewing machines. Yutin Wang, Special Assistant to the Presid... Read more
Fashion to become more sustainable with rise in manmade fibers and finer gauges
The world’s leading provider of industrial machine needles, precision parts and fine tools, Groz Beckert Asia offers its customers systems and services for producti... Read more
A great year ahead for the Turel Group as demand for machines grows
Banking on the growing demand for its machines, Turel Group expects 2020 to be a great year for the company.Viraf Turel, Chairman expounds on the company’s operatio... Read more
Narinder International launches two new machines at GMMSA
The 5th edition of GMMSA Expo India 2020, organised by Garments Machinery Manufacturers and Suppliers Association (GMMSA), was held from January 03-06, 2020 at Ludhiana.N... Read more
Favouarable responses for the changes at Jacket Required
Leading streetwear and sustainable menswear show Jacket Required received positive and upbeat f... Read more
Fashion innovations present investment opportunities
Innovations emerging in the fashion industry present unprecedented investment opportunities. Bu... Read more
VF Corp’s Q3 revenue up five per cent
VF Corporation’s revenue is up five per cent in the third quarter. The company, based in ... Read more
MEIS withdrawal troubles Indian textile makers
The four per cent incentive given under the Merchandise Export Incentive Scheme on made-ups and... Read more
Tee shirt event Imressions Expo held in the US
Impressions Expo was held in the US from January 17 to 19, 2020. Impressions holds an unique pl... Read more
Asos’ revenue up 20 per cent
Over a four month period, Asos’ revenue was up 20 per cent. Total orders were up 20 per c... Read more
Nike, Gucci, Adidas improve their rankings on the Brand Finance Global 500
Latest edition of the Brand Finance report indicates, Nike, Gucci, and Adidas have improved the... Read more
Primark revenues up 11 per cent
For the 2019 fiscal year, Primark’s revenues were up 11.7 per cent. Operating profit was ... Read more
Three-day Yarn Expo returns to China from March 11
Yarn Expo will be held in China, March 11 to 13, 2020. This creates a collaborative global netw... Read more
Uzbekistan to reduce state monopoly in Cotton trading
Uzbekistan will gradually reduce state’s role in cotton trading, opening up opportunities... Read more
London Textile Fair records 470 exhibitors
Held from January 15-16, 2019, The London Textile Fair recorded 470 exhibitors from the United ... Read more
Santoni launches new process K-Fabric
Santoni has launched an innovative project called K-Fabric. This process transforms circular kn... Read more
Global imports of artificial staple fibers rise
Global imports of artificial staple fibers rose 1.94 per cent in 2018. Total imports moved up 4... Read more
Iran garment output up 20 per cent
Iran’s garment output rose 20 per cent from March to December 2019. After the ban imposed... Read more
Burberry Q3 revenue up one per cent
For the third quarter Burberry’s revenue was up one per cent. Sales were up three per cen... Read more
Nike to record over $10,000 sales by 2020 end
Sportswear brand Nike, which is growing at double-digit rates in the Old Continent, expects to ... Read more
Fall in Indian textile and apparel exports
India’s textile and apparel exports fell by eight per cent from April to November 2019. E... Read more
Sri Lankan needs to put in place a new textile police
Sri Lanka’s total textile and clothing exports were up by 5.7 per cent in 2018. Out of th... Read more
Inditex to be fully organic by 2025
By 2025, Inditex wants to ensure the cotton, linen and polyester used by all eight of its brand... Read more
Basic textile exports decline by 2.3 per cent
Declining by 27 per cent YoY in December 2019, both in terms of US dollars and Indian rupees to... Read more
China’s textile industry tackles climate change
China’s textile industry will deploy more resources in green technology and sustainable d... Read more
BULMIM organises round table conference in New Delhi
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’ Usha & Lakshmi Mittal Institute of Management (BULMIM), organ... Read more
WSM generates networking
WSM (White Sustainable Milano) was held in Italy on January 11 and 12, 2020. The new show attra... Read more
Figuring out the meaning of sustainability
Kingpins Founder Andrew Olah says sustainability has been bandied about too freely. But adding ... Read more
New study finds Europe the capital of fashion waste
A new study by menswear brand LabFresh names Europe as the capital of fashion waste as it produ... Read more
Textile Exchange launches new tool
Textile Exchange has produced a new tool called the Material Change Index. This aims at pushing... Read more
Chennai to host India International Leather Fair
India International Leather Fair will be held in Chennai, January 31 to February 3, 2020. The e... Read more
Texworld USA, Apparel Sourcing focus on bio-materials
At its recent editions of Texworld USA and Apparel Sourcing, exhibitors showcased new bio-based... Read more
Eurovet partners with China Knitting Innovation Design Week at Interfiliere
Eurovet is pleased to inform the lastest development as the company signed a partnership with t... Read more
Sportswear Pro 2020 at Feria de Madrid
Sportswear Pro 2020 is a new international exhibition dedicated exclusively to customised and o... Read more
Numero Uno presents 'Roar me Loud'
Numero Uno introduces an individualistic capsule collection of denim jackets- ‘Roar me Lo... Read more
Kering gains momentum on CDP ‘A List’ for taking measures on climate change
Kering is widely appreciated for its efforts and actions among a small number of high-performin... Read more
New products, markets and free trade agreements to help turnaround India’s …
With these being stagnant over the last three years, the Indian exports paint a dismal story. T... Read more
With its 64th edition, IIGF completes three decades of business excellence
A BIRD'S EYE VIEW OF THE EVENT India International Garment Fair (IIGF) is a specialized bi-ann... Read more
India scraps MEIS export scheme
Apparel manufacturers and exporters can no longer avail of the Merchandise Exports from India S... Read more
Foreign brands plan to expand in Bangladesh
Many multinational clothing brands, which source billions of dollars worth of garment from Bang... Read more
H&M’s online sales up 30 per cent in 2019
H&M’s online sales increased 30 per cent in 2019 thanks to a strategy of integrating ... Read more
EU’s tax concessions to Sri Lanka to continue
Following a meeting with Thorsten Bargfrede, Head of Political, Trade and Communications Sectio... Read more
Ludhiana hosiery industry hit by Kashmir shutdown
The hosiery industry in Ludhiana, Punjab has taken a big hit because of policies adopted by suc... Read more
ICAC elects new standing committee officers
The recent plenary meeting of the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) appointed seve... Read more
Australian brand Bardot cuts store number
Bardot plans to close almost 60 stores across Australia. The brand employs 800 people at its st... Read more