India's polyester raw materials sector balances between domestic production and …
India's polyester industry, a significant contributor to the nation's textile sector, is passing through a complex landscape with fluctuating raw material prices, a growing domestic demand, and reliance on imports to bridge the supply gap. Domestic demand India's burgeoning middle class and rising d... Read more
Record global fiber production surpasses expectations, sustainability remains a …
Global fiber production increased to unprecedented levels in 2023, reaching a historic peak of 124 million tons, marking a 7per cent increase from the previous year reveals Textile Exchange's latest Materials Market Report. This growth indicates a doubling of production since 2000, with projections suggesti... Read more
California leads the way in textile waste reduction with new law
On September 28, in a landmark move towards environmental sustainability, California governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 707, the Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024, into law. This legislation establishes the nation's first extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for textile recycling, aim... Read more
India's natural fiber leadership in spotlight at Natural Fiber Connect 2024
India's pivotal role in the global natural fiber industry took center stage at the Natural Fiber Connect (NFC) conference held in Biela on September 19-20, 2024. Discussions and presentations highlighted India's significant contributions to sustainable fiber production and its commitment to eco-friendly pra... Read more
Yarn Expo Spring 2025 to focus on sustainability and innovation
Green yarn and fibre platform returns Yarn Expo Spring 2025 is set to take place from March 11-13 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, aiming to build on the success of its previous edition. This globally recognized event continues to serve as a major platform for sustainable yarn ... Read more
European fabric fairs signal vibrant spring/summer 2025 season
A survey by Textiles Intelligence highlights optimism amid global challenges in textile industry. The positive buzz has been generated by the release of the ‘Survey of the European Fabric Fairs for Spring/Summer 2025’. The comprehensive survey paints a picture of a dynamic and evolving industry,... Read more
India's Kasturi Cotton initiative a new era for high-quality cotton
The Kasturi Cotton brand and initiative was launched in India with the ambitious goal of revolutionizing the country's cotton industry and reestablishing it as a premier source of high-quality cotton in the global market. The initiative is anchored in the recognition that despite being one of the world's l... Read more
Fashion's Plastic Paralysis: Major brands fuel synthetic fiber surge, report rev…
In a concerning trend that threatens environmental health and sustainability goals, a new report by the Changing Markets Foundation has exposed a disturbing reliance on synthetic textiles among major fashion brands. This 'plastic paralysis' perpetuates the overproduction of cheap, disposable clothing, under... Read more
India's cotton textile exports witness mixed performance in 2023-24
India's cotton textile exports registered mixed performance in fiscal year 2023-24, with some sectors showing robust growth while others facing a decrease. Overall, the combined export value of cotton textiles and raw cotton was $11,517.73 million, a 11.23 per cent increase compared to previous year. Cotto... Read more
How climate change is reshaping the fashion industry
The fashion industry, a trendsetter known for its volatility, is facing a new challenge – a climate one. Sweltering heatwaves are disrupting business as usual, forcing brands to adapt to a world where scorching summers are becoming the norm. A 2022 study by the World Meteorological Organization... Read more
The growing dominance of polyester in Indian textile industry
At the ITMF+IAF Joint Conference 2024 held earlier this month in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Ajay Sardana, President & Head-Petchem Industry Affairs at Reliance Industries, delivered a compelling presentation highlighting the growing dominance of polyester in global textile industry. Polyester's ‘magi... Read more
India to witness a rise in cotton imports during 2024-25
Lower carry-forward stocks and a potential reduction in output due to decreased cotto... Read more
Telangana to set up Yarn Depot for the power loom sector
The Telangana Government plans to set up a Yarn Depot for the power loom sector at Ve... Read more
Global woolen textiles market to grow to $236.28 billion by 2032: Study
Valued at $174.79 billion in 2023, the global woolen textiles market is projected to ... Read more
DGTR launches investigation into illegal dumping of MEG
A request by Reliance Industries has led to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry-led... Read more
Fabtex Georgia 2024 showcases global textile industry success
The Fabtex Georgia 2024 International Textile Industry Fair concluded with great succ... Read more
CottonConnect, CEA team up to expand regenerative cotton practices in Egypt
In anticipation of the World Cotton Day on Oct 7, UK-based sustainable cotton organis... Read more
ICAC: PSAC highlights sustainability and traceability in cotton vs syntheti…
During the International Cotton Advisory Committee Plenary Meeting, the Private Secto... Read more
Indonesia’s Busana Apparel joins ITMF, expanding global textile collaborati…
Busana Apparel Group, established in 1975, is a global leader in the fashion industry... Read more
Remove import duty on cotton, urges ICF during 45th AGM
At its 45th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Sep 29, 2024 at the GKS Cotton Chamb... Read more
ICAC’s 82nd Plenary Meeting commences in Tashkent
The International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) began its 82nd Plenary Meeting in ... Read more
Wool Month 2024 expands with packed schedule to boost British Wool
Wool Month 2024 kicks off with more activities than ever before, aiming to increase c... Read more
CmiA supports Zambian farmers in biodiversity fight amid climate change
Cotton made in Africa (CmiA), a sustainable cotton standard, partnered with the Zambi... Read more
TAF teams up with FibreTrace for full transparency of Regel fiber
Thai Acrylic Fibre Co, (TAF) has teamed up with the FibreTrace technology to offer fu... Read more
Lenzing subsidiary issues $650 million Green Notes for sustainability
Lenzing Group’s subsidiary, LD Celulose International GmbH, has successfully is... Read more
Nicole Rycroft of Canopy named to BoF 500 for sustainable fashion impact
Nicole Rycroft, Founder and Executive Director of Canopy, has been named to The Busin... Read more
Twelve companies to receive first-ever incentive payments under PLI Scheme …
Marking a significant milestone for the initiative, about a dozen textile companies a... Read more
Pakistan’s textile exports rise 13% Y-o-Y in Aug’24
Benefiting from an influx of orders driven by rising costs and political instability ... Read more
Stoll to launch enhanced Patternshop with new features
Stoll’s Patternshop is set to unveil its revamped online platform by the end of... Read more