Recycled polyester’s next growth phase will be driven by data, not fib…
For much of the last decade, recycled polyester was one of the easiest sustainability wins available to brands. Replacing virgin polyester with yarn derived from discarded plastic bottles allowed companies to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while strengthening environmental credentials. That relatively simp... Read more
Bangladesh’s apparel export model hits a breaking point as price wars …
Bangladesh's apparel industry, long regarded as the world's manufacturing hub for affordable, high-volume garments, is facing one of its most significant commercial challenges in recent years. Fresh trade data from Eurostat reveals that the country's traditional low-cost sourcing model is failing to protect... Read more
EU textile labeling crackdown exposes apparel supply chain compliance …
The European apparel industry is facing a major compliance challenge after a coordinated market surveillance exercise by the European Commission uncovered widespread inaccuracies in textile labeling. Conducted under the Joint Actions on Compliance of Products (JACOP) framework, the enforcement drive found t... Read more
Can Surat overcome raw material volatility to become a global MMF hub?
Surat remains the undisputed heart of India's man-made fibre (MMF) textile industry. The Gujarat cluster produces nearly 65 per cent of India's synthetic fabrics and manufactures close to 60 million metres of woven fabric every day, making it indispensable to the country's apparel value chain. Synthetic tex... Read more
Shrinking cotton harvest puts global textile supply chains under press…
The global textile industry is heading into another challenging procurement cycle as falling cotton production and shrinking cultivation areas threaten to tighten raw material availability. According to the International Cotton Advisory Committee's (ICAC) Cotton This Month report for July 2026, global cotto... Read more
Global Sourcing Expo Sydney 2026 reports 20% growth in attendance
The Global Sourcing Expo Sydney 2026 has officially concluded, marking a watershed moment for Australia’s textile and apparel trade sector. Held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney from June 16–18, the event recorded a remarkable 20 per cent growth in attendance compared to 2025,... Read more
Bharat Tex 2026: Setting the global standard for textile commerce and …
As the industry prepares for a major milestone, Bharat Tex 2026 is set to strengthen its position as the premier global gathering for the textile and apparel sector. Scheduled to be held from July 14 to 17 at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, the third edition of this expansive exhibition promises to be a c... Read more
UK fashion sourcing shifts south as Bangladesh overtakes China
The UK’s apparel sourcing has seen a realignment in recent years, as retailers increasingly diversify production away from traditional East Asian manufacturing bases toward South Asia and selected nearshore markets. The shift reflects geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain disruptions, cost pressures ... Read more
A Quest for Essence: Unveiling the 2027 A/W Trends at Intertextile Sha…
As the global textile industry looks toward the upcoming season, the Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition stands ready to set the tone for the future of fashion. Scheduled for 25 – 27 August, this year’s event is a convergence of innovation and philosophy. With a sharp fo... Read more
From Estimates to Audits: Virgin PET data disrupts global synthetic fi…
The global textile industry is recalibrating how environmental impact is measured, priced, and regulated. While polyester continues to dominate global fiber production at roughly 60 per cent, the underlying data used to assess its environmental cost has long relied on generalized global averages that mask s... Read more
Textile Ministry to infuse high-solutions in weaving with ‘Handloom Hackathon 20…
The Ministry of Textiles aims to infuse high-tech solutions into India’s decentralized weaving industry with the recently inaugurated ‘Handloom Hack... Read more
Italian textile machinery manufacturers intensify R&D towards sustainable pr…
Despite prevailing geopolitical instability and a contraction in traditional investment cycles, Italian textile machinery manufacturers are securing their leade... Read more
HKRITA, Jeanologia, Looptworks team up for Green Machine Circular Textile Ecosys…
The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) has launched a tripartite initiative, the Green Machine Circular Textile Ecosystem in collabor... Read more
US industry coalition proposes landmark trade incentive plan
In a move described as unprecedented for the sector, a unified coalition of US textil... Read more
Punjab targets sustainable textile processing to boost global competitivene…
The Government of Punjab is aggressively upgrading its textile value chain, placing h... Read more
Carbon utilization gains traction in global textile supply chains
As the global apparel industry intensifies its focus on decarbonization, the industri... Read more
Chinese menswear labels eye brand authorship at Pitti Uomo 110
The recent conclusion of Pitti Uomo 110 marks a structural transformation for Chinese... Read more
Textile Ministry to infuse high-solutions in weaving with ‘Handloom Hackath…
The Ministry of Textiles aims to infuse high-tech solutions into India’s decent... Read more
Matthieu Blazy re-imagines Chanel couture through Fable and Form
At the Grand Palais, Artistic Director Matthieu Blazy unveiled his second Haute Coutu... Read more
Bangladesh textile exports to decline amidst global headwinds
Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG) sector concluded the FY25-26 on a soberin... Read more
Ladakh incentivizes Pashmina production to strengthen global supply chain
The administration of Ladakh has unveiled a strategic fiscal framework to boost the r... Read more
Purbani Group reaches environmental milestone for Karim Textiles
Purbani Group has reached a significant environmental milestone as its export-oriente... Read more
Institute trade reforms to counter forced labor risks; NTCO urges USTR
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) has formally petitioned the US T... Read more
Source Fashion expands global sourcing operations at Excel London
Source Fashion has inaugurated its July 2026 edition at Excel London, marking a defin... Read more
Raymond departs from traditional retail with appointment of new CEO - Defen…
In a move signaling a radical departure from its traditional retail legacy, Raymond L... Read more
Bamboo textiles emerge as mainstream drivers of global apparel market
The global apparel industry is undergoing a significant material transition as bamboo... Read more
Bangladesh garment sector faces labor crisis amid operational strain
The Bangladeshi RMG sector is grappling with a severe employment crisis, with at leas... Read more
Purbani Group strengthens sustainability footprint with Gold certification …
Purbani Group has reached a significant environmental milestone as its export-oriente... Read more