Trust over trends is how fashion e-commerce is being redefined in Europe
The digital racks of fashion e-commerce are changing as a new report by BoF Insights ‘The New Era of Fashion E-Commerce’, done in collaboration with Amazon Fashion & Sports in Europe, reveals shifting consumer priorities, with trust, reliability, and convenience now eclipsing fleetin... Read more
Global Sourcing Expo Insights: India to reshape Australia's sourcing landsc…
The recently concluded Global Sourcing Expo Australia (June 17-19) in Sydney served as a vibrant testament to a significant shift in Australia's global sourcing strategy. As the nation's only dedicated sourcing exhibition for apparel, footwear, textiles, and homewares, the event highlighted a growin... Read more
Global Sourcing Expo: Australia's premier sourcing hub expands reach and vi…
The Global Sourcing Expo, a pivotal event connecting global suppliers with Australian trade buyers, continues to solidify its position as a leading platform for business, industry associations, and export councils. With successful editions recently concluding in Sydney (June 17-19, 2025) and the hig... Read more
Is Shein's green push just for show? New report raises doubts
Global fast-fashion behemoth Shein released its extensive 2024 Sustainability and Social Impact Report in June, a document exceeding 100 pages. The report comes amidst the company's recent incorporation of high-profile environmental initiatives, notably becoming a signatory to the UN Global Compact ... Read more
Global Sourcing Expo highlights reshaping of global textile and apparel sup…
The aisles of the Global Sourcing Expo Australia, which concluded its three-day run from June 17-19 in Sydney, buzzed with a clear message: Australia's approach to global sourcing is undergoing a profound transformation. As the nation's only dedicated exhibition for apparel, footwear, textiles, and ... Read more
Weaponizing E-Commerce: What the M&S cyberattack reveals about retail's…
The recent cyberattack that brought down Marks & Spencer's (M&S) online operations for nearly seven weeks has highlighted a critical, often overlooked dimension of modern commerce: e-commerce's growing role as a weaponized competitive tool. While M&S grappled with a 20 per cent slu... Read more
Nylon's New Frontier: Marrying strength with natural grace
For decades, nylon has been synonymous with exceptional strength, durability, and resilience. From mountaineering gear to industrial applications, its tough nature has made it an indispensable synthetic fiber. However, its traditional smooth, often slick handfeel and perceived lack of breathability ... Read more
The Textile Revolution: Polyester's quest for natural perfection
For decades, polyester has been the workhorse of the textile industry, valued for its durability, wrinkle resistance, and affordability. However, its synthetic feel and often poor breathability have left many longing for the comfort and aesthetics of natural fibers like cotton, wool, and silk. Today... Read more
Beyond the Booths: How Global Sourcing Expo is redefining the Asia-Pacific …
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
Retail slows as trade accelerates, the paradox of 2025 fashion: Wazir Advis…
The global apparel industry, often a reliable barometer of consumer confidence and trade health, is passing through a delicate recalibration. The June 2025 update of ‘Apparel trade scenario in key global markets and India’ from Wazir Advisors doesn’t just present numbers—it t... Read more
Tiruppur, India's knitwear powerhouse defies odds, challenges global giants
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
IHKIB hosts successful ‘Turkish Apparel Industry’s Transformation Journey’ …
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 clothing jou…
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 secto…
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 indu…
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
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
Global technical textile market to grow to $331.8 billion by 2032: Allied M…
Experiencing a significant expansion, the global technical textile market is pr... Read more
NCC applauds US House of Representatives for passing OBBA: Patrick Johnson,…
The National Cotton Council (NCC ) applauds the US House of Representatives for... 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
Global yoga clothing market to grow to $70,291.0 million in value by 2030
Growing at a CAGR of 7.8 per cent from 2021-30, the global yoga clothing market... Read more
Donald Trump reduces tax on Vietnam imports to 20%
Just ahead of the expiration of a 90-day pause on ‘reciprocal’ tari... Read more
Centre to develop PM-MITRA park in Tamil Nadu
The Central Government plans a develop a PM-MITRA park in Virudhnagar, Tamil Na... Read more
FTAs to help India boost textile exports to $100 billion by 2030: Textile M…
Upcoming Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the United States, the United Kingdo... Read more
H&M launches debut Generative AI initiative featuring digital twins
H&M is expanding its exploration of generative AI by releasing its first se... Read more
Autumn Fair 2025 unveils most ambitious and retailer-focused content progra…
UK's premier marketplace for home, gift, and fashion, Autumn Fair 2025 has unve... Read more
Apparel Group launches Summer 2025 Campaign titled, ‘Your Style, Your Stor…
Leading global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate, Apparel Group has off... Read more
Gartex Texprocess India launches Textile Care Forum in partnership with DLA…
Gartex Texprocess India is launching the ‘Textile Care Forum’ in pa... Read more
Fashion Impact Toolkit to help textile companies tackle sustainability chal…
Launched at the June Global Fashion Summit: Copenhagen Edition 2025, the Fashio... Read more
Active Clothing Co to launch India’s first ‘Knit To Shape Smart Knitting Fa…
A prominent Indian apparel manufacturer, Active Clothing Co has entered into a ... Read more
CMAI Gujarat launches new initiatives to boost garment production in Surat
Beginning July 1, 2025, the Gujarat chapter of the Clothing Manufacturers Assoc... Read more
73rd India International Garment Fair (IIGF) attracts buyers from 80 countr…
Inaugurated by Pabitra Margherita, Union Minister of State for Textiles and Ext... Read more
NCTO applauds passage of budget reconciliation package
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) has applauded the Senate's... Read more