EU textile labeling crackdown exposes apparel supply chain compliance risks
The European apparel industry is facing a major compliance challenge after a coordinated market surveillance exercise by the European Commission uncovered widespread inaccuracies in textile labeling. Conducted under the Joint Actions on Compliance of Products (JACOP) framework, the enforcement drive found t... Read more
Can Surat overcome raw material volatility to become a global MMF hub?
Surat remains the undisputed heart of India's man-made fibre (MMF) textile industry. The Gujarat cluster produces nearly 65 per cent of India's synthetic fabrics and manufactures close to 60 million metres of woven fabric every day, making it indispensable to the country's apparel value chain. Synthetic tex... Read more
Emerging markets redraw the global fashion spending map
The global apparel industry is facing a geographic realignment as rising middle-class in developing economies reshape consumer spending patterns. New data from World Data Lab shows clothing and footwear expenditure is concentrated in emerging markets, forcing global fashion brands to rethink expansion strat... Read more
Shrinking cotton harvest puts global textile supply chains under pressure
The global textile industry is heading into another challenging procurement cycle as falling cotton production and shrinking cultivation areas threaten to tighten raw material availability. According to the International Cotton Advisory Committee's (ICAC) Cotton This Month report for July 2026, global cotto... Read more
Global Sourcing Expo Sydney 2026 reports 20% growth in attendance
The Global Sourcing Expo Sydney 2026 has officially concluded, marking a watershed moment for Australia’s textile and apparel trade sector. Held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney from June 16–18, the event recorded a remarkable 20 per cent growth in attendance compared to 2025,... Read more
Bharat Tex 2026: Setting the global standard for textile commerce and innov…
As the industry prepares for a major milestone, Bharat Tex 2026 is set to strengthen its position as the premier global gathering for the textile and apparel sector. Scheduled to be held from July 14 to 17 at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, the third edition of this expansive exhibition promises to be a c... Read more
Italian textile machinery manufacturers intensify R&D towards sustainable pr…
Despite prevailing geopolitical instability and a contraction in traditional investment cycles, Italian textile machinery manufacturers are securing their leade... Read more
HKRITA, Jeanologia, Looptworks team up for Green Machine Circular Textile Ecosys…
The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) has launched a tripartite initiative, the Green Machine Circular Textile Ecosystem in collabor... Read more
Textiles Recycling Expo 2026 highlights industry shift to industrial-grade circu…
Held at Brussels on June 24-25, 2026, the second edition of the Textiles Recycling Expo marked a definitive shift from small-scale pilot projects to industrial-... Read more
Cult.fit launches new IPO to expand fitness business
Cult.fit has officially submitted its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) to the Secu... Read more
Raymond departs from traditional retail with appointment of new CEO - Defen…
In a move signaling a radical departure from its traditional retail legacy, Raymond L... Read more
Sabhyata blends contemporary design with rich heritage in new Jammu & K…
A major player in the Indian ethnic fashion landscape, Sabhyata enhances its North In... Read more
Boss strengthens luxury market position with new Beckham collection
Boss continues to fortify its high-end market position through its long-term creative... Read more
Clarks expands Continental footprint to sustain turnaround
British footwear veteran Clarks is expanding its operational footprint across Europe,... Read more
Bamboo textiles emerge as mainstream drivers of global apparel market
The global apparel industry is undergoing a significant material transition as bamboo... Read more
Bangladesh garment sector faces labor crisis amid operational strain
The Bangladeshi RMG sector is grappling with a severe employment crisis, with at leas... Read more
Purbani Group strengthens sustainability footprint with Gold certification …
Purbani Group has reached a significant environmental milestone as its export-oriente... Read more
Industry leaders caution against RMG exports rebound in Bangladesh
While recent data indicates a 21.5 per cent monthly rebound in Bangladesh's ready-mad... Read more
Next Plc to foray into luxury retail with Harvey Nichols acquisition
British retail heavyweight Next Plc is reportedly exploring a strategic move into the... Read more
Olimpias Group deepens brand engagement with elevation of O-Label division
The apparel industry is witnessing a critical shift where product identity is no long... Read more
Massimo Dutti strengthens nordic foothold with debut store launch in Copenh…
Inditex-owned Massimo Dutti has officially inaugurated its first flagship store in Co... Read more
Kesaria Textile Company boosts organized retail growth expansion of franchi…
Surat-based Kesaria Textile Company is aggressively reshaping India’s fragmente... Read more
Eightyards expands circularity beyond fashion with cross-industry partnersh…
Circularity-focused subsidiary of Hugo Boss, Eightyards is aggressively broadening it... Read more