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The International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) has announced two winners of the ICAC Cotton Researcher of the Year Award in 2021: Professors Bruce Tabashnik and Jonathan F. Wendel.
The ICAC honours a leading cotton researcher each year by awarding a certificate of recognition, a shield and an honorarium of $1,000. The winners will be presented with the award during the 79th Plenary Meeting, December 06-09. 2021. The winners were selected by an independent panel of six eminent experts from six different countries.
The first winner Prof Bruce Tabashnik is the Head of the Department of Entomology at the University of Arizona, USA. He has been leading the Department of Entomology at University of Arizona for the last 24 years. Tabashnik's research has provided fundamental knowledge about insects for enhancing agricultural sustainability and reducing the use of harmful insecticides. His current work focuses on evolution of resistance to insecticidal proteins from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt). Web of Science/Clarivate Analytics recognized his work as highly cited in 2018 and 2019.
Jonathan F Wendel is a distinguished professor in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology at Iowa State University, US. Hisresearch focuses on mechanisms underlying plant genomic and phenotypic diversify, with a special focus on the phenomenon of whole genome doubling, or polyploidy. Most of his ~300 publications focus on the cotton genus (Gossypium), in which two diploid and two polyploid species were each independently domesticated thousands of years ago. Hiscontributions have been recognized in all three major domains of professorial life: Master Teacher, 2005, for his role as graduate mentor and educator, Distinguished Professor, 2012, for national research prominence, and Outstanding Achievement in Departmental Leadership, 2009, for leadership excellence during his 15 years as department chair.
The Indonesian Ministry of Industry continues to support Small and Medium Industry (IKM) players including the textile and apparel sector in order to be able to rise from the pressure of the COVID-19 pandemic.
As per Indo Textiles, the ministry has carried out various initiatives to increase production and sales through online marketing support. Supported by a workforce of 139 people and using 104 units of weaving machines, PT SantosaKurnia Jaya managed to market its products to the local market in the form of headscarves with the Rabbani, Elzata, and Nibras brands. As for exports, the textile SMEs supplied products to two Japanese manufacturers, namely Hattori Takeshi and Toyoshima.
The Minister of Industry said that exports of textiles and textile products needed to be re-optimized after being hit by the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. This is in line with optimism from production growth and manufacturing demand which shows positive numbers.
The Ministry of Industry continues to actively support the recovery of the productivity of textile and apparel SMEs. It is currently drafting implementing regulations from Government Regulation Number 28 of 2021 regarding the central provider of raw materials and/or auxiliary materials for IKM. Especially for SMEs who cannot carry out their own imports, so that they can increase the productivity and competitiveness of SMEs.
Referring to data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), the contribution of the textile and apparel industry reached 6.11 percent of the total GDP of the non-oil and gas processing industry in the first quarter of 2021. Meanwhile, apparel exports from January to March 2021 reached 1.94 billion US dollars.
Exports were dominated by convection garments with a value of $1.64 billion The remainder is exports of knitted garments, textile apparel, knitted socks, and leather garments and accessories.
In the same period, textile industry exports were recorded at $1.06 billion. Exports were dominated by the spun yarn group with a value of $0.42 billion and was followed by exports of man-made staple fiber valued at $0.21 billion, and other textile goods at $0.14 billion, as well as several other commodity groups.
Supported by the Walmart Foundation, Accelerating Circularity, Inc has launched the circular textile-to-textile supply system trials.
Built on the models presented in its March 2021 Modeling and Linking Report, the trials will move spent textiles through the entire circular system, from collection, sorting, feedstock pre-processing, fiber production, yarn spinning, and fabric production through product design, manufacture, marketing, and retail. The trials will leverage new systems and technology for digital identification of products and materials - enabling the identification, transparency, and circular product passports in the circular economy.
Based on research and intensive consultation with industry stakeholders, the trials will target the following key systems:
● Spent textile feedstocks: post-industrial, pre-consumer, and post-consumer
● Feedstock fibers: Cotton, polyester, and cotton-poly blends
● Recycling technologies: mechanical cotton, chemical cotton, mechanical polyester, chemical polyester
● Finished goods: t-shirts, denim, towels
Through its collaborative and consultative approach, the organization has already identified key collection strategies, including brand and retail take-back, plus potential system trial partners. Confirmed partners include members of the organization’s Steering Committee, comprised of leading brands and textile recyclers. “Connected product” innovator EON is also confirmed to participate in the trials to advise Accelerating Circularity on building robust, scalable traceability and transparency infrastructure for this emerging circular system.
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full spectrum of US textiles from fiber through finished products, has welcomed the passage of the bipartisan US Innovation and Competition Act (USICA). As part of the bill’s effort to address overall manufacturing and technology competitiveness issues from the perspective of the U.S.-China relationship, the legislation will help reconstitute a domestic supply chain for personal protective equipment (PPE).
NCTO led an industry and labor coalition effort supporting the inclusion of the Make PPE in America Act in the USICA. The USICA contains the key provisions of the Portman-Peters bill that ensures all PPE purchased by the Departments of Homeland Security, Health and Human Services and Veterans Affairs are Berry Amendment-compliant and guarantees long-term contracts for these critical items to incentivize domestic production.
KlimGlas, President and CEO, NCTO said, the act will help onshore critical production of medical personal protective equipment (PPE) by guaranteeing long-term contracts for American-made PPE and establishing a much-need domestic procurement requirement for federal purchases of these essential products. It will ensure that US taxpayer’smoney is utilized to construct and secure a domestic production chain for the manufacture of lifesaving PPE and other essential medical supplies.
Munich Fabric Start has cancelled the upcoming edition of the trade show View Premium Selection. As per Textile Network, the event was scheduled to be held from July 13 – 14, 2021 have been very good.
The organizers had decided early on to move the View Premium Selection to the spacious MOC Munich as part of the Covid-19 compliant implementation of a trade event. With a detailed satellite concept for the different areas and outdoor catering areas, the organizers were well prepared for the current requirements.
Now, in accordance with this decree from the Bavarian Ministry of State, the organizers plan to focus on upcoming Munich Fabric Start fromAugust 31- September 02, 2021 as well as Bluezone from August 31 to September, 01, 2021.
The organizers' aim is to once again present the established international premium portfolio at the MOC for the following segments at Munich Fabric Start: Fabrics, Additionals, Bluezone, Keyhouse, Design Studios, Sourcing, ReSource and Sustainable Innovations. At Bluezone, trade visitors can also expect the proven spectrum of international denim weavers and manufacturers at the Zenith Area together with a newly staged innovation hub with Keyhouse.
Archroma a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions,has launched its new Color Atlas by Archorma Polyester Library with 1’440 colors for sportswear, athleisure, swimwear, children's clothing, shoes, fashion and home textiles.
The new Color Atlas by Archroma® Polyester Library brings together colors in line with current trends, from the most neutral tones to the most vivid hues to fluorescent colors.
Composed of two volumes, the Color Atlas by Archroma® Polyester Library allows professionals to quickly compose the palettes they need. The colorful book covers indicate the shades that lie within each book, making it easy to select your palettes
Each volume‘s accordion-fold book design yields quick, intuitive browsing of all colors allowing for fast creation of mood boards and palettes.
Also available online, the Color Atlas by Archroma® Polyester Library makes it possible to search for the exact color of an object or garment using a photo, thanks to its ‘color on the go' search tool.
A simple click on each color also lets the user know additional information including eco-labels for the dyes used. In 2016, Archroma launched the Color Atlas by Archroma®, a unique tool dedicated to providing fashion designers and stylists with off-the-shelf color inspiration for cotton that can be implemented in production with just a few clicks. This original Color Atlas Cotton Library today contains 4’320 colors, almost double compared to similar tools available to textile and fashion specialists, with options for purer ingredients and lighter resource usage for brands exploring more sustainable collections.
The global apparel market worth more than $750 billion in 2018, is expected to reach $1,200 billion by 2022. As per Fortune 500 rankings, TJX is the largest apparel company with revenues worth $41,717 million. The company deals in off-price apparels and home fashion products. It operates through four segments - TJX International, TJX Canada, Marmaxx, and HomeGoods. TJX’s CEO is Ernie L. Herrman and has about 320,000 employees:
TJX is followed by sportswear brand Nike on the second spot. Founded in 1976, Nike designs, develops, markets and sells athletic footwear, apparel, accessories, equipment and services. John J. Donahoe II is the CEO of the company headquartered in Beaverton, OR with over 75,000 employees.
The third largest apparel company according to the Fortune 500 rankings is Gap with revenues worth $16,383 million. Founded in 1969, this company is in the apparel retail business, and offers apparel, accessories, as well as personal care products for men, women and children. Sonia Syngal is the CEO of the company. Gap is headquartered in San Francisco, CA and has more than 117,000 employees.
VF Corp Founded with popular brands like: Supreme, Vans, Timberland, Kipling, Icebreaker, Dickies, Napapijri and The North Face ranks fifth in the list. L Brands and PV H follow in sixth and seventh positions respectively.
Paris Fashion Week’s organizer FHCM from the PwC consultancy has launched a new platform to enable companies simulate and confidentially record environmentally-sensitive decisions for the Fashion Week’s events. As per Business of Fashion, the tool aims to provide a comprehensive view of a fashion show and the impact of the designer collection on climate and the environment, including from transportation, servers for video streaming, materials, or set design.
While individual brands’ results will remain private, FHCM will use the system to report aggregated information on Paris Fashion Week’s environmental impact going forward. Having around 100 members, the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode brings together fashion brands that foster creation and international development. It seeks to promote French fashion culture, where Haute Couture and creation have a major impact by combining traditional know how and contemporary technology at all times. It contributes to bolstering Paris in its role as worldwide fashion capital in particular coordinating Paris Fashion Week.
Consumers looking to reaffirm their identities post lockdowns are opting for bright colors and bold prints, says a new report by product intelligence company Trendalytics. The report states, women are opting for fur-trimmed jackets, tiered ruffled dresses and patterned pants. Men are also playing with bold patterns, fun accessories and flashy materials like bucket hats, satin shirts and patchwork jackets. For example Louis Vuitton’s Fall/Winter 21-22 collection features cowboy boots and metallic suiting.
Inspired by the growing maximalist trend in men’s jewelry, Jewelry brand Kendra Scott plans to launch its own range known as ‘Scott Bros. The kidswear category is also becoming more opulent with sequins, rainbows and tulle skirts become more popular. The maximalist trend is also appearing in beauty, with colored mascara, wigs and glitter nail polish skyrocketing in popularity.
Brand Paloma Wool serves this maximalist look, using organic cotton, linen and lyocell throughout its line. House of Sunny, known for its psychedelic prints and knits, use only faux fur and biodegradable labels.
Leading supplier of sustainably produced specialty fibers, the Lenzing Group has welcomed the new guidelines for the implementation of Single-Use Plastics Directive (EU) 2019/904, which took effect on June 05, 2019.
Prepared by the European Commission, the guidelines specify the type of products that fall within the scope of the directive, thus providing clarity in the joint fight of the EU member states against environmental pollution from plastic waste. Lenzing’s wood-based, biodegradable cellulosic fibers such as those of the VEOCEL™ brand comprise a sustainable and innovative solution to this man-made problem.
The Commission implementing regulation EU) 2020/2151 to the Single-Use Plastics Directive stipulate uniform labeling requirements for some single-use plastic products on packaging or the product itself, starting July 3, 2021. These encompass feminine hygiene products and wet wipes for personal and household care containing plastic. As per Jürgen Eizinger, Vice President- Global Nonwovens Business, Lenzing, the Single-Use Plastics Directive enables consumers to make a more informed purchase decisions.
