Europe shows the way with its waste-to-wealth initiatives, recycling h…
A quiet but powerful transformation is underway in the European Union. The continent, once burdened by mounting waste, is steadily evolving into a hub of recycling innovation. The rise in recycling initiatives and increasing recognition of waste as a valuable resource are paving the way for a thriving recyc... Read more
India's polyester raw materials sector balances between domestic produ…
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 …
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
India’s home textile sector set for robust growth amid global recovery
The Indian home textile industry is on the cusp of a remarkable revival, with projections indicating an 8-10 percent sales growth for the fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25). This positive outlook comes after a challenging period in FY23, and it's attributed to a combination of key change factors, reveals a report b... 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
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
RCEP sparks textile trade boom, China leads charge in innovation
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world's largest free trade agreement, is weaving a new narrative for the textile and apparel industry in member nations. A recent study, published in the journal PLOS ONE, reveals the transformative power of RCEP, stimulating trade, fostering innov... Read more
India's garment industry eyes opportunity amid Bangladesh's turmoil
The ongoing political and economic turmoil in Bangladesh has sparked discussions within India's garment industry about the potential for growth and expansion. As Bangladesh grapples with challenges, Indian manufacturers are exploring whether they can leverage the situation to their advantage. The tex... Read more
Bangladesh secures duty-free access to China textile & apparel ind…
In a landmark development, Bangladesh has been granted 100 per cent duty-free access to the Chinese market for all products, from December 1, 2024. The landmark agreement, secured during Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's visit to Beijing, announced now by the Chinese government as part of its commitment to Lea... Read more
Shein’s sustainability claims a concern among global environmentalists
In just over a decade, Shein has transformed the fast fashion landscape, becoming a global phenomenon known for its ultra-cheap clothing, vast online selection, and trend-driven styles. The company's business model hinges on a lightning-fast supply chain that leverages AI technology to predict consumer dema... Read more
The rise of cheap fast fashion and the decline of secondhand clothing
The relentless rise of cheap fast fashion and ultra-fast fashion brands has impacted the global fashion industry in more ways than one. The consequences of this trend are far-reaching, affecting both consumer behavior and also the once-thriving secondhand clothing trade. The allure of trendy, disposable clo... 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
Textile Ministry organises roadshow in Coimbatore to promote Bharat Tex 202…
Ministry of Textiles recently organised a roadshow in Coimbatore to promote India&rsq... Read more
Iran exports textile products worth $23.5 million in H1, FY24
Textile products weighing 9,500 tons and worth $23.5 million in value were exported b... Read more
Imports duties in apparel sector in need to be reduced: P. Chidambaram, For…
At a session organised by the All India Professional’s Congress, P Chidambaram,... Read more
US’ apparels imports rise to $79.3 billion in 2023; Asia remains major supp…
In 2023, the world’s largest single-country apparel importer, the United States... Read more
Apparel exports earnings rise by 2.88% to $3.18 billion in July: Bangladesh…
In July 2024, earnings from Bangladesh's apparel exports grew by 2.88 per cent to $3.... Read more
Poland’s baby clothing and accessories exports rise by 2.7% in 2023: IndexB…
For the fourth consecutive year, overseas shipments of baby clothing and accessories ... Read more
Bangladesh registers 4.84% decline in apparel exports to the EU: Eurostat
In the first seven months of this year, spanning Jan-July’24, Bangladesh record... Read more
China’s textile, clothing and accessories exports rise 1.12% from Jan-July’…
After a decline in 2023, China’s textile, clothing and accessories exports rose... 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
Global fiber production to rise to 160 million tons by 2030: Report
Having risen by 7 per cent from 116 million tons in 2022 to 124 million tons in 2023,... Read more
Govt to expand HDPS to boost cotton cultivation in Akola
During his recent visit to the Central Institute for Cotton Research (CICR). Union Te... Read more
British Wool sees market growth, highest prices in four years
British Wool reports a stronger market for wool, with prices reaching their highest i... Read more
Saudi fashion market to grow to $42 billion by 2028: Report
Valued at about $30 billion in 2023, the Saudi fashion market is expected to reach $4... Read more
Targeted efforts can help India boost cotton productivity: ABRAPA
Acknowledging the potential of the Indian cotton market, Marcelo Duarte Monteiro, Dir... Read more
Textile exports to rise to $100 billion by 2030: IBEF
India aims to boost its textile exports to $100 billion by 2030, as per the India Bra... Read more
United States to emerge as the world’s largest cotton exporter in 2024/25
With production rebounding, the United States is expected to reclaim its status as th... Read more
PCGA reports decline in cotton production during 2024-25
For the current season, Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) reported a signifi... Read more
Decathlon to acquire Spanish e-tailer TradeInn
Six months after its acquisition of the German e-tailer Bergfreunde, Decathlon plans ... Read more
EU’s share in global used clothing exports to grow: Report
The share of European Union in global used clothing exports is estimated to continue ... Read more
Union Budget boosts MSMEs in textile industry: SIMA
The Indian textiles and clothing industry, the second-largest employment provider aft... Read more
A storm in the apparel industry
The global apparel industry is currently navigating a complex and challenging lands... Read more
Pakistan’s T&A exports grow by 0.93% in FY24
Growing at a modest rate of 0.93 per cent, Pakistan’s textile and apparel (T&am... Read more
Camira increase textile-to-textile waste ratio in recycled polyester fabric…
Marking its 50th anniversary, global textile manufacturer and designer of commercial,... Read more
Each cotton bale to now include a QR code with detailed information on the …
Introducing the new initiative launched by the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) to e... Read more
Bangladesh records 9.85% drop in RMG exports to EU during Jan-Apr’24: Euros…
From Jan-April’24, Bangladesh’s RMG exports to the European Union fell by... Read more
Australians surpass Americas with purchase of 56 clothing items annually: R…
As per a recent research by the Australia Institute, Australians purchase more clothe... Read more
UK’s flax fabric exports remain steady in 2023
In 2023, the volume of flax fabric exports by the UK remained steady at 805, 000 sq m... Read more
Indonesia’s Industry Ministry expresses concerns over rising TPT imports
Ministry of Industry (Kemenperin) has expressed concerns regarding the influx of impo... Read more
Global kidswear market to reach $286.9 billion in value by 2032: Report
Valued at $194.1 billion in 2022, the global kidswear market is projected to grow at ... Read more
Fashion industry in Saudi Arabia to grow at 48% CAGR from 2021-25
The fashion industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is poised to grow at a CAGR of 48... Read more
Wool yarn shipments by Poland decline by 2.3 % in 2023
In 2023, after two years of growth, overseas shipments of wool yarn by Poland decline... Read more
Africa’s cotton industry to grow to $7.7 billion by 2029: Report
From $6 billion in 2024, Africa's cotton industry is projected to grow to $7.7 billio... Read more
Western wear market in India to reach $6,041.8 million by 2032: Report
Valued at $2,586.5 million in 2021, the western wear market in India is projected to ... Read more
Burkina Faso to boost cottonseed production by 55% in 2024-25
For the 2024-25 season, the government of Burkina Faso aims to boost cottonseed produ... Read more
Cambodia’s GFT exports increase by 17% from Jan-Apr’24: Report
Cambodia's export of garment, footwear, and travel products (GFT) reached $3,763 mill... Read more
Pakistan’s textile exports reach $13.68 billion during Jul-Apr’23-24: PBS
Maintaining a robust trajectory, Pakistan’s textile exports reached $13.68 bill... Read more
Teejay Lanka's Q4 profit jump brightens outlook
Teejay Lanka PLC, Sri Lanka's pioneering multinational textile manufacturer, reported... Read more
Fast fashion market to reach $291.1 billion by 2032: Report
The fast fashion market is experiencing significant growth, driven by consumers' desi... Read more
Global athleisure market to grow to $3.2 billion by 2032
Currently worth $2 billion, the global athleisure market is projected to reach $3.2 b... Read more
India's cotton stocks plummet 31% to decades-low
India's cotton stocks are set to plummet by almost 31 per cent in the 2023/24 period,... Read more
Welspun Living reports 16% rise in Q4 net profit
Indian textile giant Welspun Living has announced a significant 16 per cent rise in c... Read more
Physical stores, still the preferred choice for apparel shopping: Survey
Despite a pandemic-driven online shopping surge, physical stores remain dominant, as ... Read more
India reigns supreme as world's largest cotton producer in 2024
India continues to dominate the global cotton market, reaffirming its position as the... Read more
Pakistan’s textile exports rise 3.56% Y-o-Y in Mar’24: SBP
Textile exports from Pakistan increased by 3.56 per cent Y-o-Y to $1.36 billion in Ma... Read more
Kenya plans $1 billion T&A exports by 2027: William Ruto, President
Kenya plans to expand textile and apparel (T&A) exports to $1 billion (Ksh 133 bi... Read more
Bangladesh records 8.5% M-o-M rise in apparel exports to EU during Feb’24: …
Bangladesh's apparel exports to the European Union market increased by 8.5 per cent M... Read more
China’s women’s hosiery exports rise 7.5% to 18 billion pairs in 2023
Increasing for seven consecutive years, China’s exports of socks, stockings and... Read more
Jack & Jones, Spinnova launch 2nd fiber product
In a pioneering stride towards sustainable fashion, Jack & Jones and Spinnova hav... Read more
India’s textile exports decline to $34.4 billion in fiscal 2023-24
India's textile exports declined by 16.3 per cent to $34.4 billion in the fiscal year... Read more
Brazil’s cotton cultivation areas to expand in 2023-24: CEPEA
According to recent estimates, Brazil’s cotton cultivation areas are set to exp... Read more