Texprocess 2015 to feature exhibitors from Latin America, Africa
The next Texprocess will be held in Germany from May 4 to 7, 2015. Texproces is a leading international trade fair for processing textile and flexible materials. In addition to a…
AAFA wants trade act cleared
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has criticised the collapse of a multilateral trade agreement aimed at streamlining customs procedures worldwide by cutting red tape and speeding up port clearances.…
Chinese market to surpass US' in clothing
China is set to overtake the US and become the world’s largest apparel and footwear market in 2017. Both China and the US are set to be the greatest gainers…
Accord clarifies inspection progress
After alleged misreporting of the financial situation for its first annual report by the media, the Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh issued a statement explaining its projected…
Indonesia to set up garment park at Boyolali
A new industrial estate for garments is going to come up in Boyolali, Indonesia. The garment park is being planned over 500 hectares area. Construction is expected to begin in…
China's loss in sourcing orders is Vietnam's gain
Rising operating and labour costs in China are forcing many Western apparel brands and retailers to explore new sourcing destinations while cutting back on sourcing in China. The new report…
Yarn exports dive down owing to low Chinese demand
Yarn exports from India decreased around 20 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter ended June, on the back of falling demand from China. However, spinners believe that it's a…
HKTDC keen on establishing strong connect with India
Johnson NG, Sr Manager, Publications & E-commerce at Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Centre (HKTDC) was in India recently to promote the fairs organized by the company as well as…
Italy's exports of textile machinery up 9 per cent
Italy's exports of textile machinery increased 9 per cent for the first quarter of this year compared to 2013. Sale of Italian machinery is still declining in China and India…
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Vietnam’s market expansion to Northern Europe, Australia can help avoid trade re…
Aiming to achieve $39 billion in exports this year, the Vietnamese garment and textile industry has moved away from high-end... Read more
COVID-19 Lessons: Retailers are more prepared for future calamities
COVID-19 has taught apparel retailers some very important lessons and that is: shifting retail online can be lucrative. Many retailers... Read more
Garment workers bear the brunt of COVID-19 as brands cancel orders
Though the pandemic affected the entire fashion sector, its impact on workers was massive. Halting of thousands in-progress or finished... Read more
Government schemes, FTAs can boost India’s MMF exports in future
The unlocking of Indian economy has helped revive demand for MMF fibers in the country. As a report by Textile... Read more
Flexible labor laws, innovations can help India regain lost position in global t…
As per Comtrade figures, till 2017 India was the world’s second largest exporter of textiles and clothing after China. However,... Read more
Recycling initiatives to help Bangladesh save $100 bn worth discarded materials
Bangladesh is set to be the global recycling hub as fast-fashion brands like H&M and Target have collaborated to launch... Read more
India needs to build on momentum to strengthen global position in PPE market
The pandemic saw India emerge as the world’s second largest manufacturer of PPE kits, after China. The textile ministry encouraged... Read more
Year 2021 to see greater convergence of fashion with the digital world
Even in an ultra-tough market, the digital world is helping fashion sector connect with customers, says Mark Sinnock, Chief Strategy... Read more
Online shoppers move away from discounts focus on safety and quality
COVID-19 has reemphasized the importance of quality, especially while buying FMCG products. Earlier, Indian consumers let discounts determine most of... Read more
British fashion houses looks for innovations as Brexit complicates business
The British fashion industry is facing its toughest times as noted designers including JW Anderson, Erdem and Christopher Kane have... Read more