US hemp industry lobbying to legalise production of the fiber
Through a well thought initiative, the US hemp industry is pushing hard for a measure that would make it legal for US businesses to produce the substance, and if lawmakers…
Texworld USA, ApparelSourcing Winter 2016 see record visitors
The winter 2016 editions of Texworld USA and ApparelSourcing once again opened for business on January 24, 2016 at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. Despite going up…
US is Vietnam’s biggest importer
The United States was Vietnam’s biggest goods importer in 2015, up 16.9 per cent against 2014. China was Vietnam’s second largest goods importer, up 11.2 per cent year-on-year, followed by…
Igedo is thrilled about the successful premiere at Areal Böhler
The recently concluded international fashion trade show ‘Gallery’ attracted a record number of visitors with a 20 per cent rise. The show was held from January 29 to February 1,…
Myanmar positive about apparel exports
Myanmar’s apparel exports are expected to more than double by 2020 owing to the favorable government policies and low labor costs in the country. One of the reasons for this…
Java region attracts textile investors
Central Java is emerging as an attractive top investment destination for textiles and textile products in Indonesia. This region has attractive factors going for it like availability of labor, a…
Azerbaijan to aid cotton sector
Azerbaijan is keen to support cotton producers and give a new life to the cotton production industry. In this regard, farmers will be given preferential loans. Favorable prices will be…
EU Trade Policy aims to promote sustainability, human rights
"The 14 beneficiary countries, as well as EU and international institutions and civil society organisations, will now have an opportunity to respond to the findings of the report. The first…
Vietnam emerges top cotton importer, beats China
According to the International Cotton Advisory Committee (CAC), citing the enhanced competitiveness of polyester China, which last season lost to India the title of the world's top cotton producer, is…
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From Imports to Innovation: India’s bid to lead the carbon fibre economy
A new report highlights the global carbon fibre and yarn market growing and how. The report by Thryve Research projects... Read more
ITMF Annual Conference & Annual Convention: Addressing industry challenges a…
This year, the ITMF Annual Conference & Annual Convention will be held from October 24-25, 2025 at Yogyakarta. Co-hosted by the... Read more
China’s Carbon Ambition: From industrial giant to climate market leader
When Beijing announced plans to enter the international carbon markets this October, the message was unmistakable: China no longer intends... Read more
Fashion’s double bind, innovation meets the economics of convenience
“We need to make fashion for worms. Fashion that can decompose in the soil.” When Arizona Muse, model and environmental... Read more
From satin to smart textiles, the rise of FDY in a changing market
In the complex world of polyester filament yarns, where POY (Partially Oriented Yarn) is the foundation and DTY (Drawn Textured... Read more
Polyester’s reign vs. Lyocell’s strain, can green fibers survive?
The recent job cuts announced by Lenzing, a pioneer in sustainable cellulosic fibers, are a stark reflection of the complex... Read more
Indian Textile and Apparel Exports Hit Hard in September: As US tariffs take hol…
The Indian textile and apparel industry has shown the first clear signs of being impacted by the new US tariffs,... Read more
Fast, cheap, unstoppable, Shein shockwave hits Germany’s fashion retial
In a country known for its deep-rooted retail traditions, discerning shoppers, and a growing emphasis on sustainability, the rise of... Read more
Europe’s Circular Turn: The Danish vision shaping a new industrial era
In a speech that captured both urgency and ambition, Danish MEP Rasmus Nordqvist stood before an audience of European policymakers,... Read more
“The US government’s economic data makes no sense. It’s a con.” says David Birnb…
“The US government’s economic data makes no sense. It’s a con,” declares David Birnbaum, strategic planner for the global garment... Read more