Coats expands presence in Bangladesh
UK-based Coats has a growing presence in Bangladesh. Coats is a global leader in industrial thread and consumer textile crafts. It has been operating in the country since 1989 and…
Cambodian union settles for low minimum wage
The Free Trade Union in Cambodia has come out in favor of a new minimum wage for garment workers, far lower than what many of its counterparts have been agitating…
ITMA to award sustainable innovation
ITMA 2015 will be held from November 12 to 19 in Italy. This edition will showcase end-to-end solutions for the entire textile and garment making chain. To date, 1,380 exhibitors…
TAL plans investments in Vietnam
Despite a recent spat over territorial dispute between Chinese and Vietnamese ships in the South China or Eastern Sea yet companies from Taiwan or other places in Asia, the country…
Bangladesh jute mills low on funds
The Bangladesh Jute Mills Corporation (BJMC) has no money to buy raw jute. This is because of a delay in financial disbursement from the government. The procurement of raw jute…
ILO urges Bangladesh to waive VAT
The International Labor Organisation has urged the Bangladesh government to waive around $1 million of value-added tax generated from the spending on a project involving readymade garment factory inspection. ILO…
Vietnam expects to sign trade pacts by next year
Vietnam expects the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) to be signed in 2015. Meanwhile Chinese, Hong Kong and Taiwanese investors have started increasing their investment in…
Russian technical textile company to expand
BTK Holding, one of Russia's largest producers of technical textiles and apparel is commissioning a large-scale facility for this purpose. The company has already completed preparatory work for the launch…
Invista develops eco-friendly spandex
Global fiber producer Invista has introduced a new bio-derived spandex that uses fiber from a renewable source made from dextrose derived from corn. The use of renewable feedstock results in…
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EU's T-shirt market: Steady consumption, rising imports shows changing dynamics
The European Union's appetite for T-shirts remains robust, with consumption expected to grow steadily over the next decade, albeit at... Read more
China's neo-luxury era redefines consumer aspirations
As China's affluent consumers mature, a there is a shift in the luxury market. The days of conspicuous consumption and... Read more
Next Big Opportunity for Indian Textile &Apparel: Strategic focus on key pro…
A compelling analysis by Sanjay K Jain, Chairman of the ICC National Textile Committee at the Indian Chamber of Commerce,... Read more
Local brands challenge global titans amid evolving consumer demand in China’s sp…
China has consolidated its position as a powerhouse in the global sportswear market, driven by a growing middle class, increasing... Read more
Impact of reciprocal tariffs and how it’s reshaping global textile supply chains
The announcement of reciprocal tariffs by the US, even with the 90-day pause on those excluding China, has triggered a... Read more
Global Sourcing Expo 2025 to strengthen India-Australia textile ties
Julie Holt, Director, Global Business & Exhibition has led the expo since its inception in 2010. She is focused on... Read more
EU vs. US Garment Imports: A tale of diverging trends
The global garment industry is a complex web of production, distribution, and consumption, with shifting trends and regional disparities shaping... Read more
Techtextil India 2025 to launch 'Sporttech Pavilion' for sports and activewear t…
Messe Frankfurt and Concept N Strategies join forces Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd has partnered with Concept N... Read more
Luxury's China Playbook: Why Tmall remains essential despite Douyin's rise
The narrative surrounding China's luxury market has been rife with talks of a slowdown. However, a recent report by DLG... Read more
Green Thread: LEED certified RMG units boosting Bangladesh's exports
Bangladesh, renowned for its robust garment manufacturing sector, is undergoing a profound transformation towards sustainability. This evolution is underscored by... Read more