Cascale, formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, is set to host its Manufacturer Forum: Shanghai on June 28 at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. This event is part of an annual series designed to amplify the voices of global manufacturers, focusing on local challenges and providing solutions through Cascale’s Higg Index tools and various impact initiatives. The forum is held in collaboration with ISPO Shanghai, a prominent summer trade show.

Following successful events in Bangalore, Dhaka, and Shenzhen, the Shanghai forum aims to foster pre-competitive collaboration, share best practices, and address critical industry challenges. Keynote speakers include Cascale's new CEO, Colin Browne, and Scott Raskin, CEO of Worldly, Cascale’s technology partner and event sponsor.

Colin Browne emphasized that China stands as a leading production hub, with its manufacturers playing a pivotal role in driving transformative changes. He highlighted their essential contribution to combating climate change and ensuring decent work conditions, underscoring their importance in achieving shared goals. Browne's primary focus is on fostering global collaboration with manufacturers to develop solutions that will revolutionize the consumer goods industry.

Scott Raskin noted that many of Worldly's customers are Chinese manufacturers. He explained that the forum would enhance their collaboration by providing these manufacturers with advanced tools and insights to achieve their sustainability objectives.

The event, themed “Catalyst for Change,” is expected to attract over 200 attendees. It will cover topics such as global policy, strategic partnerships, Higg FEM evolution, decarbonization impacts, and Science-Based Targets training for decarbonization. Sponsors include Worldly, Benchmarks, TÜV Rheinland, ESTS Global, and Stantec.