Europe’s premier destination for responsible apparel sourcing, Source Fashion has expanded its platform by opening its largest-ever edition this week at Excel London. Running from July 7 to 9, 2026, the event hosts over 4,000 verified buyers and decision-makers. As the fashion industry faces a complex ‘polycrisis’ environment - characterized by fluctuating logistics costs, regulatory tightening, and shifting consumer expectations - the showcase serves as a critical bridge between international garment manufacturers and brands seeking transparent, audit-ready supply chain partners.

Bridging the compliance gap

The event has evolved into a strategic hub for navigating the upcoming implementation of the EU’s Digital Product Passport and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) mandates. Unlike traditional trade shows, Source Fashion requires all exhibitors to undergo rigorous audits from recognized bodies like Sedex, ensuring that participating manufacturers meet international ethical and safety standards. This verification is essential for brands currently under pressure to substantiate their sustainability claims while simultaneously optimizing their production costs. Industry experts at the show are emphasizing that compliance is no longer a peripheral consideration but a core commercial driver that influences margin protection and risk mitigation in a volatile global market.

Integrating tech and circularity

Innovation remains at the forefront of this year’s agenda, with a dedicated focus on how automation and circularity can redefine retail profitability. A key point of discussion among attendees is the potential of AI to automate the more tedious aspects of the buying process, thereby allowing sourcing directors to focus on strategic supplier collaboration rather than administrative oversight. Furthermore, the "Fashion Deconstructed" workshops are providing hands-on training in textile manipulation and sustainable construction, helping designers bridge the gap between creative ambition and manufacturing reality. By connecting high-performance technology with verified manufacturing nodes, Source Fashion is positioning itself as an essential partner for companies attempting to overhaul their legacy supply chain models in favor of more resilient, data-backed alternatives.

Promoting responsible production

Source Fashion is the UK’s premier global fashion sourcing trade show, organized by the Hyve Group. It connects brands, designers, and retailers with audited manufacturers and textile suppliers from over 25 countries. The platform focuses on responsible, transparent production, encompassing the entire value chain from raw materials to finished garments.

Despite prevailing geopolitical instability and a contraction in traditional investment cycles, Italian textile machinery manufacturers are securing their leadership by intensifying R&D toward sustainable production and advanced automation. According to recent data from ACIMIT, the Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers, the sector is navigating a complex 2026 fiscal landscape with a strategic focus on energy-efficient technologies. While total order intake registered a 5 per cent Y-o-Y decline in Q1, FY26, the domestic market recorded a robust 21 per cent growth, signaling an early domestic recovery even as international markets remain cautious.

Prioritizing efficiency to combat rising costs

The current industrial mandate among Italian machinery producers is to mitigate the production cost pressures faced by textile mills globally. Marco Salvadè, President, ACIMIT notes, the ecological transition has moved beyond an optional feature, becoming the primary distinguishing factor for ‘Made in Italy’ technology. Manufacturers are increasingly integrating artificial intelligence and IoT-enabled sensors into their machinery, allowing for real-time monitoring and drastically reduced resource consumption. These innovations, particularly in finishing and dyeing equipment - which accounted for 33 per cent of overseas sales - are designed to directly improve the bottom line for global textile producers by lowering utility expenditure and waste

Positioning for the ITMA 2027 milestone

Looking beyond short-term market volatility, the industry is aligning its strategic roadmap with ITMA 2027 in Hanover. The association is currently leveraging intensive internationalization programs in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency to maintain market visibility in over 130 countries. By fostering stronger ties between machinery manufacturers and research institutions, Italian firms are working to address the critical talent gap, ensuring that the next generation of digital-first textile technology is supported by highly skilled human capital. This cohesion across the value chain remains the most decisive factor in maintaining Italian engineering’s competitive edge against emerging low-cost manufacturing alternatives

Founded in 1945, ACIMIT is the non-profit association representing the Italian textile machinery industry. It brings together approximately 200 manufacturers, accounting for 85 per cent of the national sector's turnover. With an annual production value of roughly €2.1 billion, the industry exports 86 per cent of its output globally, focusing on high-precision spinning, weaving, knitting, and finishing technologies.

As Bharat Tex 2026 convenes in New Delhi, the assembly is defined by a strategic shift in state-led industrial engagement. Rather than operating in silos, Indian states are leveraging the event to present localized industrial ecosystems - such as Tiruppur’s knitwear dominance and Ichalkaranji’s weaving expertise - as globally competitive, plug-and-play manufacturing hubs. This move is designed to entice international capital, particularly as global retailers demand high-speed, traceable, and compliant production chains to satisfy rigorous EU and North American ESG standards.

Infrastructure as a competitive moat

The integration of the PM-MITRA (Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel) parks serves as the cornerstone of this industrial overhaul. By concentrating the entire value chain - from spinning to garmenting - within singular, high-efficiency zones, India is systematically dismantling the logistics bottlenecks and multi-stage handling costs that have historically hampered its export margins. The objective is to provide a seamless industrial environment that aligns with the speed-to-market requirements of high-frequency global retail cycles, notes an industry consultant overseeing regional project rollouts. With nearly Rs 70,000 crore in investment interest already captured across these parks, the strategy focuses on providing verified sustainability documentation—essential for meeting the new Digital Product Passport requirements mandated by the EU’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation.

Harmonizing compliance with scale

Beyond mere infrastructure, the collaboration between states and the central government aims to standardize regulatory frameworks. By offering centralized facilities for effluent treatment and green energy integration, the current industrial model effectively lowers the barrier to entry for MSMEs struggling with the complexities of global compliance. As the industry faces heightened scrutiny over chemical usage and supply chain transparency, these state-backed hubs are positioning themselves not just as manufacturing centers, but as transparent, verified nodes in the global apparel trade, ensuring India remains a preferred partner for brands navigating the volatile tariff and regulatory climate of 2026.

A prime facilitator for textile trade

The BTTF is a collaborative consortium of textile export promotion councils and industry associations. It functions as the primary facilitator for India’s textile trade, organizing large-scale exhibitions and policy dialogues. Its core mission is to unify the fragmented domestic value chain, drive investment in circular manufacturing, and secure India’s market share in high-value global apparel trade.

The UK’s apparel sourcing has seen a realignment in recent years, as retailers increasingly diversify production away from traditional East Asian manufacturing bases toward South Asia and selected nearshore markets. The shift reflects geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain disruptions, cost pressures and evolving trade policies that are reshaping procurement strategies across the British high street.

Despite persistent logistical challenges caused by Red Sea shipping disruptions British apparel imports continued to grow during the first quarter of 2026. Data from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal, total clothing imports reached $4.89 billion during the period, up 3.8 per cent from $4.71 billion in the corresponding quarter of 2025. The increase suggests that underlying consumer demand remains resilient even as retailers contend with longer transit times and elevated freight costs.

The most notable development was the emergence of Bangladesh as the UK’s largest apparel supplier by value, overtaking China for the first time in the period under review. The transition highlights a broader shift in sourcing priorities as retailers seek greater supply chain resilience and improved margin management.

Bangladesh leads supplier realignment

Bangladesh delivered the largest absolute gain among major sourcing destinations, with exports to the UK rising by $75.8 million to $1.11 billion, a growth of 7.3 per cent year on year. This enabled the country to surpass China, whose exports fell by $73.7 million to $1.09 billion, a decline of 6.3 per cent.

The contrasting data of the two sourcing giants underline changing procurement priorities. While China continues to offer scale and manufacturing sophistication, many British retailers are reducing dependence on single-country sourcing models amid geopolitical uncertainty, rising operating costs and ongoing logistical challenges. India and Vietnam emerged as major beneficiaries of this diversification trend. Indian apparel shipments increased 13.4 per cent to $362.8 million, while Vietnam recorded growth of 14.1 per cent, reaching $280.8 million. Both countries have strengthened their positions through investments in manufacturing capabilities, compliance standards and product specialization.

Turkey and Pakistan, meanwhile, faced competitive pressures. Turkey’s exports declined 3.0 per cent to $333.6 million as inflation and energy costs eroded cost competitiveness. Pakistan also saw a 3.6 per cent decline, reflecting growing competition from neighboring sourcing hubs.

Table 1: Major UK apparel sourcing hubs

The data also points to growing interest in alternative sourcing corridors. Ireland recorded a remarkable 134.7 per cent increase, supported by cross-border replenishment strategies and demand for rapid inventory turnaround. Egypt and Thailand likewise posted strong gains as retailers explored diversified production networks capable of supporting specific product categories.

Product categories drive procurement decisions

Changes in sourcing patterns are closely linked to shifts in product demand and manufacturing specialization. British retailers increased spending on women’s fashion and casualwear categories while reducing exposure to more seasonal and inventory-sensitive segments such as outerwear. Women’s suits and dresses emerged as the strongest-performing category, with imports rising 13.8 per cent to $808.1 million. Bangladesh and India captured a significant share of this growth through their strengths in woven garments, embellishment work and large-scale production.

Casual knitwear and T-shirts also expanded, benefiting Bangladesh’s vertically integrated textile ecosystem. At the same time, technical apparel and outerwear categories fell as retailers reduced forward commitments and focused on inventory optimization.

Table 2: Product category trends in UK apparel imports

Particularly noteworthy was the strong performance of lingerie and intimate apparel, where Vietnam and Sri Lanka gained market share through advanced technical manufacturing capabilities. Imports in this category rose 21.4 per cent year on year, reflecting growing retailer demand for specialized production expertise.

Trade policy a competitive lever

The sourcing move toward South Asia is expected to grow further following the implementation of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement on July 15, 2026. The agreement will remove duties of between 8 and 12 per cent on Indian textile and apparel exports, significantly improving India’s competitiveness in the British market. Industry leaders view the development as a transformative moment for sourcing strategies. By eliminating a longstanding tariff disadvantage, the agreement places Indian suppliers on a more equal footing with duty-free competitors and could substantially increase the country’s market share over the coming years.

For British retailers, the agreement offers an opportunity to build more balanced sourcing portfolios that combine Bangladesh’s scale, India’s product diversity and design capabilities, and selected nearshore suppliers’ speed-to-market advantages.

Diversification moves from strategy to necessity

The sourcing adjustments undertaken by major retailers show how rapidly procurement priorities are evolving. Companies are adopting multi-country sourcing frameworks to mitigate risks associated with logistics disruptions, geopolitical tensions and fluctuating costs. The experience of retailers such as Marks & Spencer reveals the benefits of this approach. By shifting portions of production from China to Bangladesh and India, the retailer reportedly reduced lead times and strengthened supply chain flexibility while preserving margins despite higher freight expenses.

As the UK apparel market, valued at approximately $18 billion annually, enters the second half of 2026, sourcing decisions are becoming less about finding the lowest-cost producer and more about building resilient, diversified supply networks. South Asia’s growing dominance, combined with emerging nearshore alternatives and supportive trade agreements, suggests that the restructuring of British fashion sourcing is only beginning.

For much of the last two decades, the European fashion industry operated under the assumption that rising consumer wealth would naturally translate into higher apparel demand. Instead, the opposite has unfolded. Consumer spending across Europe’s largest economies has grown since 2005, yet fashion’s share of household expenditure has steadily declined.

Research compiled by World Data Lab and analyzed by FashionSIGHTS points to a deeper transformation inside mature consumer economies. The issue confronting apparel retailers is no longer temporary inflation pressure or cyclical weakness. European consumers still have purchasing power, but increasingly they are choosing to direct it elsewhere. The result is a growing relevance crisis for an industry historically dependent on constant wardrobe renewal, rapid trend cycles, and rising unit volumes.

Spending growth, fashion decline

Across Germany, Spain, and the UK, consumer expenditure has grown aggressively over the last 20 years. Trillions of euros have entered these economies through wage growth, asset expansion, and broader consumption recovery. Yet apparel has consistently lost wallet share during the same period.

Table: Changing consumer spending across major European countires

This difference exposes a challenge for the apparel sector. Consumers are not spending less overall; they are simply assigning lower importance to clothing purchases. For decades, fashion benefited from a consumption culture tied to identity creation, social signalling, and fast-cycle trend participation. That equation is now weakening. In mature European markets, wardrobes are already saturated, reducing the incentive for repeated discretionary purchases.

The industry’s traditional growth model, driven by faster collections, higher volumes, and perpetual discounting is misaligned with changing consumer priorities.

Aging consumers, slower fashion cycles

Demographic change is increasing the problem. Europe’s population is aging rapidly, thereby altering consumption patterns. Between 2005 and 2025, Spain’s median age climbed from roughly 40 to 47 years, Germany’s increased by approximately 4.5 years, and the UK’s rose by about two years. Meanwhile, the proportion of citizens aged 65 and above grew steadily across all three markets.

This demographic shift carries major implications for apparel demand because older consumers purchase fashion differently from younger generations. Younger consumers have led high-frequency apparel spending through career-building, active social lives, and identity experimentation. Older demographics typically prioritize comfort, practicality, and wardrobe stability. As consumers age, the biological and lifestyle need for constant wardrobe updates declines sharply.

The implications are structural rather than cyclical. Mature consumers prefer durable garments, timeless silhouettes, and utility-focused purchases over fast-moving seasonal trends. This weakens the foundation of the traditional fashion calendar, which relied heavily on rapid product turnover and youth-driven aspiration. For brands built around trend growth and volume expansion, Europe’s aging population represents a long-term demand headwind that is unlikely to reverse.

New priorities of consumer spending

At the same time, discretionary income is shifting toward sectors perceived to deliver stronger emotional or functional returns. Once consumers reach wardrobe saturation, the incremental value of purchasing additional apparel declines; the 20^th T-shirt or fifth winter coat carries limited utility compared to spending on travel, wellness, or digital experiences. This behavioral reallocation is reshaping the broader retail economy.

Experiential spending has emerged as one of the largest beneficiaries of this shift. Travel, hospitality, live events, and cultural experiences are now viewed as stronger expressions of identity and status than physical ownership. Post-pandemic consumer psychology has boosted this transition, with many households prioritizing experiences over accumulation.

The beauty and wellness sector has also become a major destination for discretionary spending. What was once viewed as a cyclical ‘lipstick effect’ has evolved into a sustained wellness economy centered on longevity, self-optimization, preventive health, and premium skincare. Consumers are investing more heavily in personal wellbeing than in fashion-driven external presentation.

Technology spending has similarly grown its share of household budgets. Smartphones, wearables, gaming ecosystems, and digital infrastructure now occupy a central role in modern lifestyle consumption, particularly in hybrid work and entertainment environments. For apparel retailers, the challenge is no longer limited to competition within fashion itself. The industry is now competing against entire lifestyle ecosystems for relevance.

Winners and losers

The difference between apparel segments highlights how consumer expectations have changed over time. Mass-market retailers dependent on basics-driven assortments and constant promotional activity have seen growing pressure on both margins and volume growth. Consumers increasingly view commoditized apparel as interchangeable and easily replaceable, eroding pricing power across the sector. At the same time, a smaller group of brands has managed to maintain stronger wallet share by repositioning apparel as either functional gear or cultural capital.

Technical outerwear, performance-driven apparel, and specialized utility products continue to attract demand because consumers perceive them as essential rather than disposable. Similarly, culturally differentiated brands capable of creating emotional resonance or exclusivity retain pricing leverage even in slower markets. This suggests the future of fashion growth in mature economies will depend less on quantity and more on perceived indispensability.

Reinventing fashion’s value proposition

The broader message emerging from Europe’s retail market is clear: fashion can no longer rely on historical consumer habits to drive growth. For many consumers, clothing has shifted from aspirational acquisition to maintenance spending. In markets where wardrobes are already full and demographic aging is accelerating, simply producing more inventory is unlikely to restore momentum.

The challenge ahead for fashion brands is rebuilding emotional and cultural relevance in a world saturated with product. That will require a decisive move away from the commodity trap that has dominated much of mass-market apparel over the last decade. Competing primarily through discounts, rapid inventory churn, and endless assortment expansion has weakened differentiation while conditioning consumers to perceive clothing as low-value and replaceable.

Future growth will depend on creating products that consumers view as meaningful investments rather than impulse purchases. Brands capable of delivering authenticity, functional utility, cultural connection, or emotional engagement are likely to outperform those still relying on volume-driven retail economics.

Europe’s evolving consumer market suggests the fashion industry is no longer dealing just with a temporary slowdown. It is confronting a deeper reset, one that may permanently redefine how apparel competes for consumer attention, spending, and relevance.

Primark is aggressively scaling its presence in the United States, targeting key retail corridors in Houston and Indianapolis to capture the expanding appetite for value-driven fashion. By establishing a physical footprint in these high-traffic urban centers, the retailer aims to challenge incumbent mass-market players through a model that combines fast-fashion agility with competitive pricing. Retail analysts observe that these specific site selections represent a calculated effort to deepen market penetration beyond the Eastern Seaboard, leveraging regional logistics hubs to optimize inventory turnover and satisfy robust consumer demand in the heartland.

Capitalizing on value-driven consumer sentiment

The expansion occurs against a backdrop of tightening household discretionary budgets, where consumers are increasingly prioritizing ‘affordable luxury.’ Unlike traditional big-box retailers, Primark’s experiential model - focused on high-volume, trend-responsive apparel - serves as a primary growth lever. By securing premium space in prominent retail developments, the company is effectively utilizing high-visibility physical storefronts to build long-term customer loyalty. This tactical push ensures that Primark remains a dominant force in the value retail sector, particularly as the company refines its supply chain to mitigate inflationary pressures while maintaining its hallmark price points across its diverse product assortments.

Driving global revenue with US expansion

Primark is an international clothing retailer offering fashion, homeware, and beauty products at value prices. Operating across Europe and the US, it focuses on high-volume apparel. The company plans rapid US growth to drive global revenue. Founded in 1969 in Dublin, it maintains a strategy of low-cost, high-frequency stock updates.

India has secured the top position in the 2026 Global Textile Sourcing Risk Index (GTSRI), marking a definitive shift in the international apparel supply chain. While China retains a significant volume share, the latest index reveals, India has achieved the largest performance gain among all major economies, climbing 3.8 points. This ascent is attributed to India's unique standing as the only top-tier economy that offers a seamless, integrated supply chain - spanning from raw cotton cultivation to finished garment production - complemented by robust manufacturing investments under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme.

Diversification and regulatory agility

The global sourcing landscape is currently undergoing its most rapid reconfiguration in a decade, driven by increased scrutiny of labor practices and the impact of tiered trade tariffs. As global brands move to de-risk their portfolios, India’s strategic focus on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and digital trade facilitation has made it a preferred alternative to traditional hubs. Industry analysis indicates that while competitors like Vietnam have faced recent setbacks in the index, India’s expansion gets a boost from enhanced logistics resilience and consistent policy support. The current trade reset has compressed the lead held by incumbent manufacturers, and India has successfully leveraged this to cement its status as a foundational partner for global retail, notes a market analyst. By aligning domestic production capabilities with international compliance and sustainability mandates, Indian exporters are effectively capturing a greater share of high-growth markets in the European Union and beyond.

Maintaining an end-to-end textile value chain

India maintains an end-to-end textile value chain covering natural fibers, man-made yarns, and technical textiles. Supported by initiatives like the RoSCTL and PLI schemes, the sector is targeting a US$ 350 billion export capacity by 2030, balancing large-scale manufacturing with increasing global demand for ethical and traceable apparel production.

India’s apparel sector reached a historic milestone in FY25-26, with exports to the European Union (EU) rising to a record US$ 4.66 billion. This performance signals a decisive transition in India’s manufacturing profile, moving from commodity-heavy trade toward higher-value, innovation-driven supply chains. Following the conclusion of the India-EU FTA negotiations in January 2026, domestic manufacturers have gained a more competitive footing, successfully narrowing the cost and logistics gap against traditional regional rivals. This policy progress has been instrumental in securing India’s position as a preferred sourcing hub for European retailers, who are increasingly favoring trade agreements that promise long-term tariff relief and regulatory predictability.

Operational resilience in a shifting global landscape

The growth trajectory is heavily supported by the industry's widespread adoption of the ‘China+1’ diversification strategy, as global brands seek stable, compliant, and transparent manufacturing partners. Indian firms are rapidly integrating digital trade facilitation and advanced logistics to align with the stringent environmental mandates of the EU market, including the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). India’s as a primary sourcing destination is now driven by their ability to offer end-to-end traceability and ethical production at scale, states a spokesperson for the Ministry of Textiles. By prioritizing ready-made garments and value-added textiles, manufacturers are successfully capturing a larger share of the European market, which remains the leading destination for India’s diversified export basket.

Targeting US$350 billion textile exports by 2030

The Indian textile industry spans an integrated value chain from fiber to garmenting. Key products include cotton-based apparel, man-made fibers, and technical textiles. The sector is scaling operations to meet a national export goal of US$ 350 billion by 2030, bolstered by government incentives like the RoSCTL and RoDTEP programs.

Lacoste is intensifying its foray into the premium lifestyle segment, moving beyond traditional sportswear to anchor its brand in the realm of high-performance design. The brand has entered into a landmark partnership with the French automotive house Alpine, which serves as a powerful instrument to elevate the brand’s image. Central to this initiative is the ‘Beware of the Crocodile’ project, which bridges motorsport engineering with fashion through a bespoke, all-electric Alpine A290 Rallye vehicle. By utilizing automotive design as a conduit for brand storytelling, Lacoste is successfully repositioning its iconic crocodile motif as a symbol of technical prowess and modern luxury, rather than just classic court-side apparel.

Harmonizing technical precision and apparel

Comprising technical outerwear, polos, and performance accessories, the accompanying capsule collection functions as a retail extension of the automotive project. Retail analysts note, this cross-category collaboration is designed to resonate with an aspirational consumer base that values the intersection of speed, precision, and aesthetic heritage. By embedding signature petit piqué fabrics into automotive interior elements, the partnership creates a tangible sensory link between the driving experience and the consumer’s wardrobe. This approach mirrors Lacoste’s broader retail objective: to cultivate a brand narrative that feels both authentic to its tennis origins and relevant to contemporary luxury consumers who prioritize "experiential retail" over mere product acquisition.

Strategic footprint and market diversification

This collaboration arrives as Lacoste continues to refine its global footprint, balancing a transition toward experiential flagship locations with aggressive expansion in high-growth markets like India. The brand is currently utilizing data-driven insights to penetrate Tier-II urban hubs, where aspirational consumption is rising. By anchoring these growth plans with high-visibility cultural moments like the Alpine partnership, Lacoste maintains a strong ‘halo effect’ that boosts its premium appeal across both mature European markets and emerging retail landscapes. Industry benchmarks indicate, this synthesis of heritage-led identity and avant-garde creative partnerships is critical to sustaining the double-digit growth targets set for the current fiscal cycle.

Focusing on heritage-rich products

Founded in 1933 by tennis champion René Lacoste, the French fashion house is world-renowned for its iconic polo shirts and crocodile insignia. Operating in the premium apparel, footwear, and leather goods sectors, Lacoste focuses on ‘relaxed elegance.’ The brand currently pursues a growth strategy centered on elevated, heritage-rich product lines and geographic expansion into high-potential secondary cities and premium airport retail.

Australian industrial packaging leader Pact Group has finalized a strategic investment in Plan B Circular, a United Kingdom-based pioneer in commercial-scale textile-to-textile (T2T) polyester recycling. This partnership marks a significant transition in the global apparel supply chain, as the industry prepares for impending European Union (EU) regulatory mandates. While many fashion brands currently rely on recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) derived from plastic bottle flake, the new investment is designed to shift the market toward high-grade, fiber-to-fiber recycling. By converting post-industrial and post-consumer textile waste back into pellets for yarn production, the collaboration aims to create a closed-loop system that preserves material purity and economic value.

Preparing for the 2028 regulatory horizon

The investment coincides with strict EU legislation expected by 2028, which will likely penalize brands that fail to demonstrate authentic circularity in their material sourcing. Industry experts anticipate that this regulatory shift will render current ‘downcycled’ polyester solutions insufficient, forcing a market-wide transition to verified T2T sources. Pact Group intends to leverage its extensive global retail solutions network - which already includes large-scale hanger reuse and recovery operations - to accelerate the adoption of Plan B’s technology. Trials are already underway with international spinners and fabric mills to ensure that T2T-recycled polyester meets the rigorous performance and quality benchmarks required by high-street and premium fashion retailers alike.

Pact Group is a leading industrial packaging and circular economy solutions provider based in Australia. It specializes in plastic manufacturing, packaging, and resource recovery for the retail and industrial sectors. The company is actively expanding its global footprint by investing in sustainable technologies to support the fashion industry's transition toward 100 per cent circularity.