Beyond the Booths: How Global Sourcing Expo is redefining the Asia-Pac…
With the successful completion of third edition of Global Sourcing Expo Sydney, Julie Holt, Global Business & Exhibition Director, Global Sourcing Expo, Australia— shares her reflections on buyer trends, city-specific sourcing mindsets, and her vision for how Melbourne 2025 will shape the future o... Read more
Tiruppur, India's knitwear powerhouse defies odds, challenges global g…
In the global textile manufacturing market, where countries like Bangladesh and Vietnam leverage preferential trade agreements (FTAs) to dominate export markets, India's Tiruppur stands as a remarkable anomaly. Dubbed the ‘Knitwear Capital of India’ this unassuming city in Tamil Nadu has... Read more
The rise of the intrinsic durability multiplier in fashion
The conversations at the recent ‘Innovation Forum’ have blossomed into a clear call to action: the fashion industry is under increasing pressure to not just talk about sustainability, but to prove it. With the looming shadow of the EU's Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR... Read more
Viscose transforms from ‘Artificial silk to sustainable innovation
Viscose, often dubbed ‘artificial silk’ earlier, has a long and complex history in the textile industry. A regenerated cellulose fiber, it's made from wood pulp or other plant materials, offering a luxurious drape, breathability, and a soft handfeel that often mimics natural fibers. Howe... Read more
Rethinking Textile's Future: Innovations in sustainable fibers and cir…
The textile industry is increasingly focusing on natural fibers and circularity, with new research and initiatives pointing towards a more sustainable future for fashion. Efforts are underway to redefine existing perceptions of fiber production and implement groundbreaking technologies for environme... Read more
IHKIB hosts successful ‘Turkish Apparel Industry’s Transformation Jour…
Customs Union modernisation key to EU competitiveness Mustafa Gültepe, Chairman of the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) and Istanbul Apparel Exporters’ Association (IHKIB), has stressed that the existing Customs Union between the European Union and Türkiye is limiting trade cooperat... Read more
Where do your old clothes really go? Unraveling the secondhand clothin…
The fate of our old clothes is often shrouded in misconception. A widely held belief suggests that most donated garments are unceremoniously dumped in landfills, adding to the mounting environmental crisis. However, a new white paper titled “Beyond the Landfill Myth: Mapping the True Jou... Read more
Theory of Constraints, weaving success in global apparel and textiles …
In the fast-paced, ever-evolving world of fashion, apparel, and textiles, efficiency and agility are paramount. The Theory of Constraints (TOC), a transformative management philosophy, offers a focused approach to identifying and eliminating critical chokepoints, leading to enhanced throughput, redu... Read more
Gartex Texprocess India 2025 Mumbai edition draws record crowd, sparks…
Gartex Texprocess India 2025 concluded with a record-breaking turnout, reaffirming its importance as a key sourcing and technology platform for the Indian textile and apparel industry. Held in Mumbai from 13-15 June, the show attracted 10,283 visitors from 230 Indian cities and five countries. With ... Read more
Built to Break: Is our ‘waste problem’ just a design flaw?
The air in numerous pockets of the country hangs thick with the stench of discarded refuse, a stark testament to a system teetering on the brink of its own waste. Mountains of discarded plastic choke landfills from Mumbai to Chennai, leaching toxins into the soil and water. The insatiable hunger for... Read more
From Importer to Global Leader: Brazil’s cotton revolution
Brazil’s ascent from a net cotton importer to the world’s largest cotton exporter is one of the most compelling success stories in modern agriculture. This transformation, achieved over a few decades, is the result of investments in research and development, widespread adoption of cuttin... Read more
The Unraveling: How Bangladesh's economic crisis threatens its global …
Bangladesh, a global apparel exports powerhouse, finds itself grappling with a complex economic crisis that is increasingly impacting its ready-made garment (RMG) sector. Falling imports, flagging business confidence, slowing GDP growth, rampant inflation, escalating energy costs, and dwindling priv... Read more
US Cotton: Shifting dynamics amidst reciprocal tariffs and quality adv…
The US has long held a dominant position in the global cotton market, thanks to its reputation for producing high-quality fiber and ensuring a reliable and consistent supply. However, as global trade becomes increasingly shaped by geopolitical frictions and protectionist policies, the global cotton ... Read more
India’s textile and apparel industry sees mixed fortunes in FY25: Wazi…
India’s textile and apparel sector showed mixed results in FY25, with growth momentum visible in sales but profit metrics showing a more restrained pace. Insights from the latest Wazir Textile Index (WTI) and Wazir Apparel Index (WAI) reflect the industry's post-pandemic recalibration, grappling with ... Read more
UK charts course for circular fashion leadership with new CFIN roadmap
A new landmark report released by the Circular Fashion Innovation Network (CFIN) outlines major strides and a comprehensive roadmap for accelerating the UK's transition towards a circular fashion ecosystem. The "CFIN May 2025 Report" reveals achievements in mobilizing the industry, identifies substantial gr... Read more
Fashion for Good and Arvind unveil Future Forward Factories in India t…
Fashion for Good and Arvind Limited have launched the Future Forward Factories India initiative, a major push to reshape the future of sustainable textile production. This joint effort includes the development of an open-source blueprint for transforming Tier 2 textile manufacturing and the construc... Read more
The Scope 3 Challenge: Unpacking the elephant in the emissions room
In the escalating global focus on combating climate change, businesses are under pressure to account for their carbon footprint. While much attention has been given to direct emissions from company-owned assets (Scope 1), and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2), a more significant and... Read more
From Runway to Retail Shelf: Why fashion needs a dose of FMCG discipli…
The fashion industry, often lauded for its artistry and emotional appeal, stands at an intriguing crossroads. While it captivates with creative visions and seasonal trends, a closer look at the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector reveals strategies that could revolutionize how fashion brands op... Read more
Global Sourcing Expo spotlights Australia's sustainable fashion growth…
Australia's demand for sustainable fashion is reaching new heights, driven by increasing consumer awareness and a rising wave of conscious shoppers seeking brands committed to ethical production and circular fashion practices. With the local slow fashion market currently valued at $1.98 billion and ... Read more
Eurecat x Canmartex to develop predictive quality control systems for knitwear t…
Aracne's system uses photonics, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence to predict potential manufacturing defects before the fabric is made. This ... Read more
Growing demand from domestic, foreign players boosts India’s textile machinery b…
Heralding a textile revolution in India, the textile machinery industry is transforming from labor-intensive to a more modern and automated manufacturing ... Read more
Innovation key highlight at ITMA 2023
ITMA has announced it will continue to present and share innovative manufacturing technology and materials with the industry at its 19th edition in Milan.... Read more
Santoni launches new XT intarsia machine
Leading Italian circular knitting machine builder SantoniSpA has launched its new unique XT intarsia machine that combines all of the knitting possibiliti... Read more
Gartex Texprocess to be launched as a hybrid event
In conjunction with MEX Exhibition, Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India will hold Gartex Texprocess India as a hybrid event. The event will scheduled alongs... Read more
Intertextile Shanghai to return with a return with a hroader product range
To stay at the forefront of evolving market trends and sourcing demands, Intert... Read more
Egypt’s T&A market to grow at 5.13 % CAGR from 2025-33: IMARC Group
Egypt's textile and apparel (T&A)market is projected for substantial growth... Read more
Welspun names Bollywood actor Vidya Balan as brand ambassador
Home textiles leader, Welspun has named bollywood actor Vidya Balan as the bran... Read more
IVL enters into distribution agreement with PolySource
A global leader in sustainable chemicals and specialty co-polyesters, Indorama ... Read more
Jeanius Hub to highlight denim innovations in debut New York City edition
Following a successful launch in Amsterdam, the Jeanius Hub is set to make its ... Read more
Colorifix secures $18 million funding to expand sustainable dyeing
A UK-based biotechnology company, Colorifix has secured an $18 million investme... Read more
India extends export obligation period for QCO-exempted VSF imports
India has extended the export obligation period for imports of viscose staple f... Read more
Epson launches new range of digital textile printer-Monna Lisa ML-18000
A global leader in digital imaging and printing technologies, Epson has launche... Read more
BGMEA boosts global digital visibility for garment exporters with Textilepa…
Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has signed a... Read more
Hyosung showcases innovative textile solutions at Global Fashion Summit
Making its debut as an official exhibitor at the Global Fashion Summit, held fr... Read more
Hilco Consumer-Retail to manage store closing sales at 26 At Home locations…
Hilco Consumer – Retail has been hired to manage store closing sales at 2... Read more
Pakistan textile exports rise 7.37% in 11M FY2024-25.
Pakistan's textile exports increased by 7.37 per cent to $16.36 billion in the ... Read more
OECD recognizes GOTS Version 7.0 as one of the most advanced standards in t…
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) Version 7.0 has been recognized as o... Read more
CAI revises cotton production forecast for 2024-25 to 301.15 lakh bales
The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has revised its cotton production forecas... Read more
TTTK showcases polo shirt made of triple recycled cellulose fiber at The Wo…
Breaking new ground in textile recycling, the Thuringian Research Institute for... Read more
Global Textile Machinery shipments show divergent trends in 2024: ITMF
Global shipments of textile machinery displayed sharp contrasts across segments... Read more
Prajwal Farmer Producer Company hails farmers participation in the H&M …
Edla Rajitha, Member-Managing Committee, Prajwal Farmer Producer Company, from ... Read more
Better Cotton on track to become a regenerative standard by next year
At its recently concluded 2025 Conference, nonprofit organization, Better Cotto... Read more
State inaugurates premium bag manufacturing unit at Muzzaffarpur
Nitish Mishra, Industries, Bihar recently inaugurated a premium bag manufacturi... Read more
Woolmark and COLOURizd unveil water-saving yarn dyeing innovation for wool …
Woolmark has joined forces with COLOURizd, a leader in dry textile colouring, t... Read more
Welspun Living launches new skilling and employment initiative with NSDC
Leading home textiles manufacturer, Welspun Living has collaborated with the Na... Read more
Gini Silk Mills’ net profit declines 52.67% Y-o-Y to Rs 0.33 crore during Q…
A prominent textile manufacturer, Gini Silk Mills registered a 52.67 per cent Y... Read more
Israel-Iran tensions compound challenges for Panipat textile exporters
Escalating tensions between Israel and Iran are further compounding the already... Read more
India’s apparel sector to grow at 11% CAGR from FY24-29: HSBC report
Signaling a robust expansion, India's apparel sector is projected to grow at a ... Read more
Fashion for Good and AltMat launch Altag Fibre Club to accelerate agri-wast…
Fashion for Good has announced a strategic partnership with materials science i... Read more
India’s textile exports decline while apparel exports rise in May 2025: Rep…
India's textile exports declined by 2.71 per cent to $1685.11 million in May 20... Read more
ACIMIT to showcase Italian Textile Machinery innovation at Milano Unica 202…
ACIMIT, the Association of Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers, will partic... Read more
Kering names Luca de Meo as Group CEO, separating roles from Chairman Franç…
Kering’s Board of Directors, chaired by François-Henri Pinault, ha... Read more
Failure to abolish sales tax may lead to widespread factory closures, warn …
Failure of the federal budget to abolish sales tax on cotton and its by-product... Read more