China's Shifting Tides: Navigating the evolving textile and apparel trade l…
China has long been the world's textile and apparel manufacturing powerhouse, but recent years have seen notable shifts in its domestic and global trade dynamics. Evolving consumer demands, supply chain disruptions, and rising manufacturing costs have all played a role in reshaping the industry. A shifti... Read more
India Takes on MEG Imports: Reliance Industries leads the charge against al…
India's polyester industry is at a crossroads. Even while domestic production of essential raw materials like Monoethylene Glycol (MEG) is increasing, there is significant reliance on imports. This dependence has now sparked a trade dispute, with Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), a domestic production gi... Read more
India's polyester raw materials sector balances between domestic production…
India's polyester industry, a significant contributor to the nation's textile sector, is passing through a complex landscape with fluctuating raw material prices, a growing domestic demand, and reliance on imports to bridge the supply gap. Domestic demand India's burgeoning middle class and rising d... Read more
Record global fiber production surpasses expectations, sustainability remai…
Global fiber production increased to unprecedented levels in 2023, reaching a historic peak of 124 million tons, marking a 7per cent increase from the previous year reveals Textile Exchange's latest Materials Market Report. This growth indicates a doubling of production since 2000, with projections suggesti... Read more
California leads the way in textile waste reduction with new law
On September 28, in a landmark move towards environmental sustainability, California governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 707, the Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024, into law. This legislation establishes the nation's first extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for textile recycling, aim... Read more
The Rise of Premiumization: A global shift in consumer behaviour
A new wave of consumerism is sweeping the world, and it's all about ‘premiumization’. Forget bargain hunting; shoppers are increasingly seeking out higher-quality, more luxurious goods and experiences, even if it means paying a premium. This shift is reshaping industries from fashion and food ... Read more
China Shock 2.0: The textile & apparel industry's new wave of disruptio…
The term ‘China Shock’ refers to the significant economic impact felt across the globe following China's rapid integration into the world economy in the early 2000s. This phenomenon was characterized by an increase in Chinese exports, particularly labor-intensive industries such as manufacturi... Read more
Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics Spring 2025 to focus on sustainabilit…
After a successful Autumn Edition, where international visitor numbers surged, Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics is gearing up for its Spring 2025 Edition, set to take place from March 11 to 13 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). Organizers are keen to build on the success of ... Read more
Growing apparel imports indicate early signs of demand revival in key marke…
Apparel imports in key markets have shown some recovery in Q1 2025 reveals Wazir Advisors ‘Q1 FY25 Wazir textile & apparel index’. The latest import data indicates the global apparel market has seen some positivity. Key markets, including the US, EU, UK, and Japan, witnessed a consistent i... Read more
India's natural fiber leadership in spotlight at Natural Fiber Connect 2024
India's pivotal role in the global natural fiber industry took center stage at the Natural Fiber Connect (NFC) conference held in Biela on September 19-20, 2024. Discussions and presentations highlighted India's significant contributions to sustainable fiber production and its commitment to eco-friendly pra... Read more
India’s home textile sector set for robust growth amid global recovery
The Indian home textile industry is on the cusp of a remarkable revival, with projections indicating an 8-10 percent sales growth for the fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25). This positive outlook comes after a challenging period in FY23, and it's attributed to a combination of key change factors, reveals a report b... Read more
Yarn Expo Spring 2025 to focus on sustainability and innovation
Green yarn and fibre platform returns Yarn Expo Spring 2025 is set to take place from March 11-13 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, aiming to build on the success of its previous edition. This globally recognized event continues to serve as a major platform for sustainable yarn ... Read more
As demand for luxury brands cool-off in China, ‘pingti’ emerges as a change…
China, once a seemingly insatiable consumer of luxury goods, is experiencing a change in its relationship with high-end brands. Interest in high-end Western labels like Burberry, Prada, and Louis Vuitton is waning, replaced by a burgeoning interest in ‘pingti’ o domestically produced ‘dupe... Read more
Cinte Techtextil China 2024 concludes successfully, expands technical texti…
Cinte Techtextil China 2024, held from September 19–21, marked a significant milestone for the technical textiles and nonwovens industries, showcasing how these sectors are adapting to global demand. The event hosted nearly 400 exhibitors from 13 countries, attracting close to 17,000 visits from 77 re... Read more
European fabric fairs signal vibrant spring/summer 2025 season
A survey by Textiles Intelligence highlights optimism amid global challenges in textile industry. The positive buzz has been generated by the release of the ‘Survey of the European Fabric Fairs for Spring/Summer 2025’. The comprehensive survey paints a picture of a dynamic and evolving industry,... Read more
India's Kasturi Cotton initiative a new era for high-quality cotton
The Kasturi Cotton brand and initiative was launched in India with the ambitious goal of revolutionizing the country's cotton industry and reestablishing it as a premier source of high-quality cotton in the global market. The initiative is anchored in the recognition that despite being one of the world's l... Read more
Fashion's Plastic Paralysis: Major brands fuel synthetic fiber surge, repor…
In a concerning trend that threatens environmental health and sustainability goals, a new report by the Changing Markets Foundation has exposed a disturbing reliance on synthetic textiles among major fashion brands. This 'plastic paralysis' perpetuates the overproduction of cheap, disposable clothing, under... Read more
India's cotton textile exports witness mixed performance in 2023-24
India's cotton textile exports registered mixed performance in fiscal year 2023-24, with some sectors showing robust growth while others facing a decrease. Overall, the combined export value of cotton textiles and raw cotton was $11,517.73 million, a 11.23 per cent increase compared to previous year. Cotto... Read more
LATR: Revolutionizing inventory management in the age of automation
In today's fast-paced business landscape, efficient inventory management is critical to success. The Large-scale Automated Test and Re-order (LATR) model is emerging as a game-changer, leveraging automation and data analytics to streamline the process of maintaining optimal stock levels. Decoding LATR At ... Read more
Sustaining the 1.5°C Goal: The corporate imperative of COP28
“COP28, coined as 'the financial focus COP,' will centre its discussions on vital financial and investment matters, highlighting the pivotal involvement... Read more
The crucial role of mega textile hubs in establishing India’s global leadership
Dr S N Modani, Managing Director, CEO, Sangam India is also the Chairman of the Rajasthan Textile Mills Association. With 33 years of experience in the textil... 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
Leading organisations sign MoUs with TEXPROCIL to elevate Kasturi Cotton Bh…
At the World Cotton Day 2024 celebrations, co-hosted by the Ministry of Textile... Read more
Shanghai Fashion Week kicks off with collections by local and international…
Being held from Oct 08-16, 2024, the Shanghai Fashion Week features a dynamic m... Read more
CHINA INSIGHTS
Amid unprecedented Non Woven growth, China revises mask quality standards
With the daily output of masks touches over 20 million, China introduces new standards for... Read more
China: Silk city Shengze is pilot zone for the world-class textile cluster
Shengze, home to the largest silk wholesale market known for silk and man-made s... Read more
Shein surpasses Boohoo with revenues worth £1.55 billion in the UK market
Surpassing Boohoo in Britain’s retail market for the first time, Shein re... Read more
Burberry launches new campaign focusing on brand’s durability
Focusing on heritage, Burberry has launched a new campaign focusing on the dura... Read more
Fast Retailing to surpass annual profit forecasts for the third consecutive…
For the third consecutive year, the Japanese parent company of Uniqlo, Fast Ret... Read more
Textile Ministry organises roadshow in Coimbatore to promote Bharat Tex 202…
Ministry of Textiles recently organised a roadshow in Coimbatore to promote India&rsq... Read more
Iran exports textile products worth $23.5 million in H1, FY24
Textile products weighing 9,500 tons and worth $23.5 million in value were exported b... Read more
Telangana to set up Yarn Depot for the power loom sector
The Telangana Government plans to set up a Yarn Depot for the power loom sector at Ve... Read more
Global woolen textiles market to grow to $236.28 billion by 2032: Study
Valued at $174.79 billion in 2023, the global woolen textiles market is projected to ... Read more
Cairo Fashion & Tex 2024: $30 million export deals expected as internat…
The 75th edition of the Cairo International Clothing, Textile and Accessories E... Read more
Welspun Global Brands appointsSaumil Mehta as the new Head-Domestic Home Te…
Appointed as the senior management member of Welspun Living since Oct 04, 2024,... Read more
Value of global hemp yarn market to reach $38.9 billion by 2032
Driven by a rising demand for sustainable, eco-friendly textiles, the global he... Read more
Burberry’s brand value dips $2 billion in 2024 as per Kantar report
In 2024, Burberry’s brand value fell $2 billion reveals Kantar’ ann... Read more
Lenzing Group acquires minority stake in TreeToTextile
The Lenzing Group, a global leader in sustainable cellulose fiber production, h... Read more
Tesco reports 0.3% rise in sales from Home and Clothing division
In its interim report for FY2024-25, British supermarket chain Tesco reported a... Read more
OCA’s second annual campaign attracts participation from over 290 global br…
Launched by the Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA) in partnership with the Global... Read more
Textile Ministry grants GI Tag to Pashmina wool from Ladakh
At an event in Leh, Giriraj Singh, Union Minister for Textiles, presented Briga... Read more
GFA launches new initiative to foster textile circularity in Indonesia
The Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) has launched a new initiative to support stakeholders... Read more
DGTR launches investigation into illegal dumping of MEG
A request by Reliance Industries has led to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry-led... Read more