US hemp industry lobbying to legalise production of the fiber
Through a well thought initiative, the US hemp industry is pushing hard for a measure that would make it legal for US businesses to produce the substance, and if lawmakers…
Texworld USA, ApparelSourcing Winter 2016 see record visitors
The winter 2016 editions of Texworld USA and ApparelSourcing once again opened for business on January 24, 2016 at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. Despite going up…
US is Vietnam’s biggest importer
The United States was Vietnam’s biggest goods importer in 2015, up 16.9 per cent against 2014. China was Vietnam’s second largest goods importer, up 11.2 per cent year-on-year, followed by…
Igedo is thrilled about the successful premiere at Areal Böhler
The recently concluded international fashion trade show ‘Gallery’ attracted a record number of visitors with a 20 per cent rise. The show was held from January 29 to February 1,…
Myanmar positive about apparel exports
Myanmar’s apparel exports are expected to more than double by 2020 owing to the favorable government policies and low labor costs in the country. One of the reasons for this…
Java region attracts textile investors
Central Java is emerging as an attractive top investment destination for textiles and textile products in Indonesia. This region has attractive factors going for it like availability of labor, a…
Azerbaijan to aid cotton sector
Azerbaijan is keen to support cotton producers and give a new life to the cotton production industry. In this regard, farmers will be given preferential loans. Favorable prices will be…
EU Trade Policy aims to promote sustainability, human rights
"The 14 beneficiary countries, as well as EU and international institutions and civil society organisations, will now have an opportunity to respond to the findings of the report. The first…
Vietnam emerges top cotton importer, beats China
According to the International Cotton Advisory Committee (CAC), citing the enhanced competitiveness of polyester China, which last season lost to India the title of the world's top cotton producer, is…
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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