Indian retail landscape transforms data privacy reigns supreme
A new report, ‘Voice of the Consumer Survey 2024’ by PwC India, reveals a seismic shift in the Indian consumer landscape. As digitalization accelerates, consumers are becoming increasingly discerning about where they spend their money and whom they trust with their personal data. The surv... Read more
Heatwave Hues: Summer's scorching temps are reshaping denim
Summer's sizzling temperatures are prompting a shift in denim fashion, with a focus on lightweight fabrics, looser fits, and moisture-wicking technology. Consumers are demanding comfort and coolness, and designers are responding with innovative approaches to the classic material. Lighter fabrics for breath... Read more
Union Budget benefits MSME-based textile Industry and leather exports
The Indian government has increased the Budget allocation for textile sector schemes by 28 per cent to Rs 4,417.03 crore for the fiscal year 2024-25. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a significant increase in funding for cotton procurement, the National Technical Textile Mission, the Integrated&nbs... Read more
Indian Textile Exports: A mixed bag with a downward trend
India's textile sector, has hit a rough patch in recent months. While there are bright spots, overall exports have declined. And the slump is being felt across sectors. An analysis of the Ministry of Commerce data reveals a 4.2 per cent year-on-year decline in textile exports for the first 11 month... Read more
Apparel Revolution: Tech, sustainability and comfort reshape the indus…
The apparel industry is undergoing a metamorphosis, driven by a confluence of consumer demands and technological advancements. Products are becoming smarter, greener, and designed for a life on the move. Transformational trends reshaping apparel Sustainable fabrics: Consumers are incre... Read more
Sustainable Stitches: Shirt industry sews a greener future with eco-fi…
The cotton shirt, a wardrobe staple for generations, is facing a new challenge: man-made fibers (MMF). This shift in the global shirt industry is driven by a confluence of factors – functionality, affordability, and ever-evolving fashion trends. A balancing, cost vs performance Cotton reigns supreme... Read more
Patagonia: Walking the tightrope between profit and saving the planet
Patagonia, the outdoor apparel giant, is facing a unique challenge: how to be a successful business while prioritizing environmental well-being. This struggle, known as the ‘Patagonia Paradox’, highlights the inherent tension between traditional business models focused on growth and sust... Read more
Stanford Study: Refashioning sustainability in the apparel industry
x`x` A recent Stanford University study ‘How the Apparel Industry Could Refashion Itself with Sustainability in Mind’ highlights the need for the apparel industry to embrace sustainability. The research points to the rise of fast fashion – cheap, trendy clothing with a short lifespan &nda... Read more
Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris 2024 concludes
The summer edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris featured nearly 1,200 exhibitors from 26 countries. Despite various challenges, the event introduced several new features and maintained a dynamic atmosphere. The next edition is set for February 10-12, 2025, at the partially renovated Paris-Le-Bourget... Read more
Textiles, Apparel and Fashion: A stitch in time for India's global tra…
India, the world's 5th largest economy by GDP (Gross Domestic Product), holds a significant position in global trade. In 2023, its total trade value surpassed $1 trillion, a remarkable feat for a developing nation. But a closer look reveals an interesting dynamic between its import and export partners. I... Read more
China's textile and apparel exports show strong growth in May
China's textile and apparel exports witnessed significant increase in May 2024, according to converted export volume data. All three major segments – fibers, textiles, and clothing – displayed growth compared to both the previous month and the same period last year. Finished fabric products l... Read more
Slow Fashion on the Rise: A critical look at the sustainable style mov…
Fast fashion's grip on the clothing industry may be loosening, as a growing movement – slow fashion – takes root. Fast fashion, with its emphasis on cheap, trendy clothes and frequent turnovers, has dominated for decades. However, a growing awareness of its environmental and social costs... Read more
Digital Product Passports: Revolutionizing transparency in the textile…
Imagine a world where your t-shirt comes with a digital identity, revealing its journey from cotton field to clothing rack. This is the promise of Digital Product Passports (DPPs), a game-changer for the textile and apparel sector. What are DPPs? DPPs are essentially secure digital records contain... Read more
Mexico: Ground zero in the apparel industry's shifting sands
The statement ‘Mexico is ground zero as China takes Global South battle to US backyard’, highlights a complex shift in the industry's landscape, particularly for the Americas. The global south refers to developing nations in Latin America, Africa, and Asia. These countries have historica... Read more
The Stitches of Change: The global south's rising share in the fashion…
The term ‘Global South’ encompasses a diverse array of developing countries, primarily in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Traditionally viewed as reliant on raw material exports and basic manufacturing, the economic landscape of the Global South is undergoing a significant transformation. A ... Read more
Global denim trade threads its way through a shifting global landscape
Denim, that iconic fabric synonymous with casual cool, continues to be a global fashion staple. But the trade winds that carry jeans around the world are shifting. While the global market for denim jeans is projected to reach a $95.2 billion by 2030 at CAGR of 5 per cent from $64.5 billion in 2022, the tr... Read more
US textile and apparel trade slows in first quarter of 2024
Imports and exports of textiles and apparel in the US dipped in the first quarter of 2024, reveals Department of Commerce US Department of Commerce statistics. This follows a year of significant decline in clothing imports, which plunged by 22 per cent in 2023 to €77.8 billion. Notably, European luxu... Read more
India International Garment Fair inaugurated by Union Textiles Ministe…
The 71st edition of the India International Garment Fair (IIGF) was inaugurated today by Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh in New Delhi. The event, graced by prominent figures including Member of Parliament Ramesh Bidhuri, AEPC Chairman Sudhir Sekhri, international buyers, and exhibitors, aims to boost ... Read more
Slow Fashion on the Rise: A critical look at the sustainable style mov…
Fast fashion's grip on the clothing industry may be loosening, as a growing movement – slow fashion – takes root. Fast fashion, with its emphasis on cheap, trendy clothes and frequent turnovers, has dominated for decades. However, a growing awareness of its environmental and social costs has led... 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
Diana Wyman resigns as Executive Vice President, AATCC
After five years of holding the position, Diana Wyman has resigned from the post of E... Read more
Archroma wins EcoVadis Gold for sustainability
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, has achieved a Gold rating from Eco... Read more
United States to emerge as the world’s largest cotton exporter in 2024/25
With production rebounding, the United States is expected to reclaim its status as th... Read more
World Emblem launches innovative Flexbroidery patches
World Emblem, the leading emblem and patch manufacturer, introduces Flexbroidery, a n... Read more
Trident reports 21% decline in consolidated net profit in Q1, FY25
Textile manufacturer Trident reported a 21 per cent decline in consolidated net profi... Read more
PCGA reports decline in cotton production during 2024-25
For the current season, Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) reported a signifi... Read more
Carbios to supply polyester to Nouvelles Fibers Textiles’ plant in France
A pioneer in biological technologies for plastic and textile recycling, Carbios ... Read more
Knit Core to launch 3D knitwear collection for A/W 2024
German knitwear manufacturer Knit Core plans to launch its first seamless 3D knitwear... Read more
Textile sector boosted by 28% budget increase: NITMA
India's textile sector is set for substantial growth with a 28 per cent budget increa... Read more
Future Fabrics Expo unveils new methods to promote textile recycling and dy…
UK’ leading sustainability exhibition, the Future Fabrics Expo unveiled innovat... Read more
Nike investors demand justice for unpaid garment workers
As the Olympic Games approach, a coalition of human rights advocates and major Nike i... Read more
Orange O Tec to launch new digital textile printing machine at GartexTexpro…
A pioneer in digital textile printing, Orange O Tec will launch its ‘Made... Read more
Implement measures to reduce cost of doing business, urges PYMA
The Pakistan Yarn Merchants Association (PYMA) has urged the federal government to im... Read more
House of Maruti to plans operations in the Gulf
A name synonymous with excellence in the textile industry, House of Maruti plans to e... Read more
The Lycra Company supplies Coolmax EcoMade fiber for jerseys at 2024 Summer…
A global leader in innovative and sustainable fiber and technology solutions for the ... Read more
Coats Digital shortlisted for nine SaaS Awards
Coats Digital’s FastReactFabric has been shortlisted in nine categories at The ... Read more
Union Budget boosts MSMEs in textile industry: SIMA
The Indian textiles and clothing industry, the second-largest employment provider aft... Read more
Budget 2024-25: CITI praises growth, calls for textile competitiveness
Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI), Rakesh Mehra, congra... Read more
Better Cotton adds new co-chairs and members to Council
Better Cotton, the leading global initiative for cotton sustainability, has announced... Read more
Soorty teams up key players to drive innovation in the industry
Leading vertically integrated denim manufacturer Soorty teamed up with key play... Read more
Textile industry disappointed with the budget: Sanjeev Arora, MP, Ludhiana
The textile industry has expressed its disappointment at the Budget 2024-25 presented... Read more
Textile industry disappointed with the budget: Sanjeev Arora, MP, Ludhiana
The textile industry has expressed its disappointment at the Budget 2024-25 presented... Read more
Complex import rules hurt India's garment exports: Report
India’s garment exports, once thriving, have faced setbacks, falling to $... Read more
Budget 2024-25 announces measures to enhance sector’s export competitivenes…
In her Budget 2024-25, Finance Minister NirmalaSitharaman announced several mea... Read more
T&A exports grow to Rs 2.97 lakh crore in FY24: Survey
India’s textiles and apparel exports including handicrafts grew at a mode... Read more
Back Bay India supplies 1 million garment pieces for the Paris Olympics gam…
Tirrppur-based garment manufacturer Back Bay India has supplied nearly 1 millio... Read more
Karl Mayer's Max Glass Ecorevolutionizes composite textile production
Karl Mayer's Technical Textiles Business Unit has launched the Max Glass Eco, a... Read more
Global cotton trade to expand to 12.4 million tons by 2033: Report
Global cotton trade is anticipated to expand at a steady rate of 2.1 per cent p... Read more
Italian textile machinery orders drop 17% in Q2 - ACIMIT
Italian textile machinery manufacturers saw a decline in orders during the seco... Read more