Threadbare Foundations: Bangladesh’s RMG boom hangs by Indian yarns
Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG) industry is a global juggernaut. Second only to China in apparel exports, the sector is the pride of its economy—driving growth, creating millions of jobs, and contributes 80 per cent of export earnings. But beneath the glittering surface lies a brit... Read more
Where do donated clothes go? Report debunks landfill myth, highlights …
Forget the image of mountains of discarded clothing polluting landfills. A new white paper by Bank & Vogue Ltd/Ltée reveals the vast majority of secondhand textiles find new life through a complex global network of reuse, resale, and recycling. The report, ‘Beyond the Landfill Myth: Mappi... Read more
India-UK FTA: New opportunities beckon Indian fashion retailers and br…
The just concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the UK, a culmination of over three years of negotiations, will significantly impact India's fashion and apparel market. While it aims to boost trade and strengthen strategic partnership between the two, its implications for domestic co... Read more
ESG backlash and the future of sustainability in textiles, apparel, an…
Julia Vol’s LinkedIn post, echoing the Financial Times headline ‘ESG fund outflow hit record as sustainable investing backlash grows’, strikes a raw nerve in the discourse surrounding sustainable investing. Her assertion in the article that ESG, in its current form, has faltered in... Read more
EU Green Deal: New ecodesign rules prioritize textiles for a sustainab…
The European Commission has released its first Working Plan under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), and textiles and apparel have been identified as the top priority. This initiative signals a major shift towards integrating sustainability into the textile industry, driven by the sec... Read more
The Fabric of Success: Examining Tamil Nadu's dominance in textile exp…
While Tamil Nadu continues its reign as the top textile exporting state in India, a deeper dive into the data reveals a nuanced perspective on its leadership across various textile and apparel (T&A) export sectors. Despite holding a significant overall share, the state's dominance in all categories nece... Read more
Growing Textile Treadmill: EU’s consumption, waste crisis, and ESG imp…
The European Environment Agency (EEA) report's revelation of growing textile consumption and waste in Europe underscores a pressing environmental challenge. In 2022, the average European consumed 19 kg of textiles, generating 6.94 million tonnes of waste. This rise, coupled with the alarming 85 per cent of ... Read more
Hong Kong’s seven mega trade fairs attract 100,000 global buyers, unlo…
Seven major trade exhibitions organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) concluded successfully, drawing nearly 100,000 buyers from 131 countries and regions. These events, held in late April and covering lifestyle products, printing and packaging, and licensing opportunities, saw increase... Read more
Bangladesh vs Vietnam who scores higher as global apparel supplier
The global apparel market is witnessing a fascinating competition between Bangladesh and Vietnam, each vying for dominance after China. Data collated from sources like Eurostat and the USDA, reveals Vietnam has historically been a larger apparel exporter to the US compared to Bangladesh. This could be due t... Read more
China's shifting export dynamics and the declining importance of the U…
A recent analysis by David Birnbaum reveals a significant shift in China's export focus, specifically concerning the US’ as a major destination for Chinese goods. While the US remains a big player in certain sectors, particularly garments, the overall importance of the US market to China's economy is ... Read more
Apparel demand remains strong, but economic clouds loom: Wazir Advisor…
Wazir Advisors April 2025 ‘Apparel trade scenario in key global markets and India’ captures the evolving dynamics of global apparel trade and retail. Data from major supplier and buyer nations points toward a steady recovery in demand, even as underlying economic signals hint at emerging challen... Read more
Vietnam and India eye mutual gains amidst global trade shifts
At a time of evolving trade policies and geopolitical uncertainties, Vietnam and India are looking to deepen their cooperation in the textile and garment sector, recognizing the significant mutual benefits that can be unlocked. A recent statement by Bùi Trung Thướng, Trade Counselor at the Vietnam Tr... Read more
US tariffs spark Chinese resurgence, domestic focus intensifies
The recent escalation of reciprocal tariffs between the US and China has sent ripples through the global fashion, apparel, and textile industries, with Chinese manufacturers and consumers alike bracing for impact. While anxieties about reduced export volumes to the US are palpable, a rise in nationalistic s... Read more
Spreading the Bets: India’s need to create a new textile export map
India’s textile and apparel sector, finds itself entangled in a rapidly shifting global trade environment. As geopolitical uncertainties and reciprocal tariffs threaten traditional markets, India must stich a new strategy—one rooted in diversification, strategic alliances, and innovation. The t... Read more
India eyes zero-duty deal with US amid tariff tensions, textile sector…
In a strategic move to mitigate the impact of the US’ recent 26 per cent reciprocal tariff, India is considering offering zero-duty imports across several sectors, including those under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, to expedite a crucial bilateral trade agreement (BTA). Officials famil... Read more
Next Big Opportunity for Indian Textile &Apparel: Strategic focus …
A compelling analysis by Sanjay K Jain, Chairman of the ICC National Textile Committee at the Indian Chamber of Commerce, shines a spotlight on a transformative opportunity for India's textile and garment export sector. His analysis into the top textile and apparel items imported by the USA from China in 20... Read more
Impact of reciprocal tariffs and how it’s reshaping global textile sup…
The announcement of reciprocal tariffs by the US, even with the 90-day pause on those excluding China, has triggered a significant restructuring of global textile supply chains. This sector, characterized by its intricate and geographically dispersed production networks, is highly sensitive to trade policy ... Read more
Techtextil India 2025 to launch 'Sporttech Pavilion' for sports and ac…
Messe Frankfurt and Concept N Strategies join forces Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd has partnered with Concept N Strategies to unveil a new addition at Techtextil India 2025 - the ‘Sporttech Pavilion’. This exclusive pavilion will spotlight the dynamic sports and activewear textiles s... Read more
Functional Fabric Fair Spring 2025 returns to Portland with expanded e…
Functional Fabric Fair, powered by Performance Days, is set to return to Portland, Oregon, from April 14 to 16, 2025, at the Oregon Convention Center. This North America-exclusive sourcing event brings together more than 300 sustainable-certified suppliers, offering the latest in high-performance functional... 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
Strafe Outerwear launches eco-forward Palisade Down Insulator for FW 2025-2…
Strafe Outerwear, known for its innovative mountain gear, has launched its firs... Read more
M S Parmar appointed Director General of NITRA, India
M S Parmar, a veteran textile scientist with over three decades of service at t... Read more
AAFA welcomes US-China tariff pause, urges long-term trade solution
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has responded to the Joi... Read more
GHCL to invest Rs 1,000 crore towards expansion of spinning and knitting op…
GHCL Textiles plans to invest Rs. 1,000 crore (approximately $120 million) towards ex... Read more
Ramsons’ shifts company philosophy with enhanced focus on sustainability
Leading manufacturer in the apparel and textile equipment industry, Ramsons is ... Read more
Include all stakeholders in drafting of national cotton policy, urges KCA
Hailing the recent joint initiative by the All Pakistan Textile Mills Associati... Read more
Sutlej Textiles and Industries reduces Q4, FY25 net losses to Rs 12.59 cror…
In Q4, FY25, Sutlej Textiles and Industries reduced its net loss to Rs 12.59 cr... Read more
British wool returns hit highest level since 2018 amid rising demand and pr…
British Wool has reported its highest member returns since 2018, driven by stro... Read more
Swiss Textile Machinery Association elects new President Davide Maccabruni
The Swiss Textile Machinery Association has appointed Davide Maccabruni, CEO of... Read more
PTEA urges for a revamp of the electricity rate structure for industrial us…
In a letter to Jam Kamal, Commerce Minister and Sardar Awais Leghari, Power Min... Read more
Cambodia’s T&A exports rise by 20% in Q1, FY25
In Q1, FY25, Cambodia's textile and garments exports increased by 20 per cent, ... Read more
Primus Partners launches roadmap to boost textile exports to $100 billion i…
Leading Indian management consulting firm Primus Partners has launched a detail... Read more
Mali to increase cotton production to 682,000 metric tons in 2025-26: Agric…
Mali aims to increase its cotton production to 682,000 metric tons during the 2... Read more
T&A imports by the US decline by 4.8% in March 2025: OTEXA
In March 2025, textile and apparel (T&A) imports by the US declined by 4.8 ... Read more
AP Govt to build MSME park AT Banavasi
The Andhra Pradesh Government aims to strengthen the local textile industry in ... Read more
Alok Industries collaborates with Rieter India for installation of compact …
A prominent player in India’s textile industry and a subsidiary of Relian... Read more
India eyes doubling UK RMG market share to 12% with FTA boost: CareEdge
India is set to double its market share in the UK’s ready-made garment (R... Read more
Anil Rajbanshi named as the new Vice Chairman, Matexil
Anil Rajbanshi, President, Reliance Industries has been named as the new Vice C... Read more
We need to boost Khadi for future expansion: Gautam Hari Singhania, CMD, Ra…
Speaking at the India@2047 Summit hosted by ABP Network, Gautam Hari Singhania,... Read more
Hugo Boss launches recycled polyester yarn ‘NovaPoly’
Hugo Boss is launching an innovative recycled polyester yarn, ‘NovaPoly,&... Read more
SIMA hails India-UK FTA as game changer for textile exports, eyes growth wi…
In a major push for India's textile sector, the Union Government has concluded ... Read more
India-UK free trade deal to double RMG exports, remove 9.6% tariff hurdle: …
The Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) has hailed the India-UK free trade agreem... Read more
India-UK FTA, to help increase presence in the UK market: Experts
Welcoming the treaty, the Indian textile industry terms the India-UK Free Trade... Read more
93rd edition of TIWC to be held in Portugal from October 7-10, 2025
The 93rd Textile Institute World Conference (TIWC 2025) is set to be held at th... Read more
Bangladesh to classify domestically produced cotton as an agricultural prod…
To address the significant demand for cotton in the nation’s textile indu... Read more
Central Government approves Rs 2,100 crore PM MITRA park in Madhya Pradesh
The Central Government has approved an Rs 2,100 crore PM Mega Integrated Textil... Read more
Jarkhand to revive Koyel Aajivika Apparel Park
The Palamu administration aims to revive the inactive Koyel Aajivika Apparel Pa... Read more
US cabinet announces cancellation of Uzbek cotton project
During a cabinet meeting at the White House attended by President Donald Trump ... Read more
Filatex India expands with Rs 320 crore investments
A prominent player in the synthetic fiber market with over three decades of man... Read more