Catalysing major shifts to help fashion companies reduce GHG emissions
"Though many countries added climate crisis to the top of their agenda in 2019, many were not serious about the urgency of this issue. On November 4, 2019, US President Donald withdrew from the Paris Agreement by notifying the United Nations of its intention to leave. Cosigned by the US and 194 other countries in Decem... Read more
Functional yarns brings value to textile products at Yarn Expo Spring …
Exhibitors and newcomers, including the suppliers from Belarus, are set to show off their latest innovations to meet the specific sourcing needs of buyers with a diverse range of unique functional yarns at Yarn Expo Spring. The fair will be held from 11th to 13th March 2020 at the National Exhibition and Convention Cen... Read more
Urgent action needed to revive the Indian garment industry
In a classic case of administrative delays hampering development, tax refunds worth Rs 5,000 crore ( .70 billion) are pending with the government. In March 2019, the government introduced a new scheme for the garment exports sector. Called the Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (RoSCTL), the scheme sought to ... Read more
Uster partners with Chinese company Esquel
It takes a special kind of focus for a company to achieve the status of a recognized ‘industry leader’. Maintaining that position is even more challenging, with a constant drive for maximum efficiency, optimized quality and total customer satisfaction. The Chinese company Esquel has exactly those attributes... Read more
US-China tariff battle ends with trade deal, apparel sector unhappy wi…
"United States will reduce the 15 per cent tariffs imposed on a wide range of Chinese consumer goods by half and also cancel another round of tariffs implemented in December. On its part, China will buy an additional $12.5 billion worth of agricultural products from the US in the first year and $19.5 billion worth of g... Read more
Fashion to become more sustainable with rise in manmade fibers and fin…
The world’s leading provider of industrial machine needles, precision parts and fine tools, Groz Beckert Asia offers its customers systems and services for production and joining of textile fabrics. The company, founded in 1852, employs more than 9,000 people and has production sites in Germany, Belgium, the Czec... Read more
Turkey’s cotton production gets government’s policy boost
"An important link between Europe and Asia, Turkey is a significant exporter of cotton and cotton products to the European Union. The country's textile exporters are known for their fast order response time and higher quality products. Nearly 36,000 companies operate in the sector. The EU remains the leading market for... Read more
Narinder International launches two new machines at GMMSA
The 5th edition of GMMSA Expo India 2020, organised by Garments Machinery Manufacturers and Suppliers Association (GMMSA), was held from January 03-06, 2020 at Ludhiana.Narinder International, one of the major machinery suppliers from Ludhiana, was a major participant at the expo. Narinder Kumar, Director of the compan... Read more
The Fairyland for Fashion is creating dimensions for fashion industrie…
"The Fairyland for Fashion represents a unique location where visitors can make contact with the main international suppliers for fabrics (cotton, denim, silk, linen and hemp, wool, leather and related materials, synthetic fibres, suiting, embroidery and lace, jacquard, plain or printed fabrics, etc.), finished clothin... Read more
Texworld Paris 2020 offers range of diversity
Texworld Paris, international offer of fabrics, supplies and accessories through nearly 750 exhibitors from more than 25 countries. There is always a new player in cotton, wool, linen and silk notably from China, India and Korea. An exceptional offer is also expected from the print and jacquard sectors, which contains ... Read more
Localisation, Technology and Spinternet gain attention
"Globalisation is leading to a reformation in thinking of global economies that are shifting their focus to localisation. Now, wars are being raged over tech, rather than trade. The new economic paradigms, emerging in response to world’s social, environment, political and economic challenges, call for new rules o... Read more
Rental fashion to be grab the limelight in 2020
Starting a new trend, Banana Republic launched its own rental services in 2019. However, the road ahead seems challenging as even big rental companies like Rent the Runway have been facing tough times of late. The company faced several service glitches in 2019 and even had to shut down its subscription facilities for a... Read more
Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada 2020 plans comprehensive trade additio…
Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada, one of the renowned international sourcing event focused on the North American apparel, textile, and fashion sectors is proud to announce that it will be doing its fifth annual edition at a new venue, the Toronto Congress Centre, August 17th to 19th 2020. ATSC 2020 is expec... Read more
Quality consciousness, cost management to help textile manufacturers b…
“The knitting industry has grown over the past few years with over 4,500 machines making knitted shoe uppers in New Delhi today,” notes Rajesh Bihani, Managing Director, RI Texsolutions, a company engaged in manufacturing knitted shoe uppers for adults and children. Dismal outlook for future However, the ... Read more
Speedy delivery, focus on inventory focus to drive fast fashion retail…
The fast fashion market has changed tremendously over the last 20 years. Digital-first retailers like Asos, Boohoo, Revolve and Missguided are producing trend-driven garments and accessories designed for digitally native millennial and Gen Z customers. Conference organiser RetailX’s ‘The Fast Fashion 2019&r... Read more
“We should be a part of the global supply chain.”
Hemant Bharat Ram, Managing Director, DCM Novelle A leading manufacturer and exporter of 100 per cent cotton carded and combed yarns DCM Nouvelle aims to grow its business by 10-15 per cent annually. Formed a few months ago, the company is the textile arm of the former DCM. “We don’t do synthetics. O... Read more
India ITME Society’s completes 40 years of operations
"International Trade Centre (ITC), organised a three day programme from December 19-21, 2019 to celebrate 40 years of its operations. The event commenced with B2B meetings for exclusive delegation of women entrepreneurs from four African Nations looking at sourcing from India, kick started the Celebrations for India IT... Read more
WBHA celebrates 125 years of the Indian knitting industry in Kolkata
"West Bengal Hosiery Association recently celebrated this glorious journey of the Indian knitting industry with an event in Kolkata. This event was attended by various dignitaries like Smriti Irani, Minister of Textiles and Women & Child Development, Government of India; Rakesh Biyani, President, CMAI; Dr A.Sakthiv... Read more
“Investments from India would add value to our operations”
"Involved in buying raw cotton from the country and exporting ginned cotton to countries like India, Bangladesh, China and Indonesia, Tanzania Cotton Association has so far produced 600,000 bales of ginned cotton. The association has now set its sights on the Indian market. Boaz Ogola, General Secretary of the associat... Read more
Handicraft export to experience remarkable growth
The 33rd Annual General Meeting [AGM] of the Export Promotion Council was held today at New Delhi. Ravi K. Passi, Chairman EPCH while addressing the AGM informed that with the active support of the Council, exporting community performed very well with respect to exports from the Country which was Rs. 23,029.36 crores i... Read more
RICOH shares DMF concept workflow at ShanghaiTex 2019
"RICOH shared its Digital Micro Factory (DMF) concept workflow at the 19th International Textile Industry Exhibition (ShanghaiTex 2019), held from November 25-28 at the Shanghai Expo Center. Ramp up-RICOH’s partnership by Universal Platform was officially launched at the M2 Conference Hall on Nov 26 with a ceremo... Read more
China looks at increasing its exports, creating opportunities for othe…
"The Chinese textile industry has become a key player after decades of reform. In 2018, Chinese production of chemical fibers made up over two thirds of the global production. “Textile exports from the country also increased by 3.5 per cent to reach 37.6 per cent of the world’s total in 2018, while apparel ... Read more
“We need to explore the manmade fiber segment”
Ravi Kapoor, Textile Secretary expounds on the current scenario of Indian textile exports and reforms needed to boost them. If India aims to be five trillion dollar economy, it needs to drive its exports first. “However, our exports are not very competitive on a global level, said Ravi Kapoor, Textil... Read more
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New technologies, investments, compliance to aid industry growth
Technology is making big strides across the global apparel industry. However, India lags behind countries like Vietnam and Cambodia in the adoption of these technol... Read more
Kingtex embarks on India expansion amidst market slowdown
Established in 1967, Kingtex is a Taiwan-based textile machinery manufacturer involved in making knitting and sewing machines. Yutin Wang, Special Assistant to the Presid... Read more
Fashion to become more sustainable with rise in manmade fibers and finer gauges
The world’s leading provider of industrial machine needles, precision parts and fine tools, Groz Beckert Asia offers its customers systems and services for producti... Read more
A great year ahead for the Turel Group as demand for machines grows
Banking on the growing demand for its machines, Turel Group expects 2020 to be a great year for the company.Viraf Turel, Chairman expounds on the company’s operatio... Read more
Narinder International launches two new machines at GMMSA
The 5th edition of GMMSA Expo India 2020, organised by Garments Machinery Manufacturers and Suppliers Association (GMMSA), was held from January 03-06, 2020 at Ludhiana.N... Read more
Favouarable responses for the changes at Jacket Required
Leading streetwear and sustainable menswear show Jacket Required received positive and upbeat f... Read more
MEIS withdrawal troubles Indian textile makers
The four per cent incentive given under the Merchandise Export Incentive Scheme on made-ups and... Read more
Nike, Gucci, Adidas improve their rankings on the Brand Finance Global 500
Latest edition of the Brand Finance report indicates, Nike, Gucci, and Adidas have improved the... Read more
Primark revenues up 11 per cent
For the 2019 fiscal year, Primark’s revenues were up 11.7 per cent. Operating profit was ... Read more
Three-day Yarn Expo returns to China from March 11
Yarn Expo will be held in China, March 11 to 13, 2020. This creates a collaborative global netw... Read more
Uzbekistan to reduce state monopoly in Cotton trading
Uzbekistan will gradually reduce state’s role in cotton trading, opening up opportunities... Read more
London Textile Fair records 470 exhibitors
Held from January 15-16, 2019, The London Textile Fair recorded 470 exhibitors from the United ... Read more
Santoni launches new process K-Fabric
Santoni has launched an innovative project called K-Fabric. This process transforms circular kn... Read more
Global imports of artificial staple fibers rise
Global imports of artificial staple fibers rose 1.94 per cent in 2018. Total imports moved up 4... Read more
Burberry Q3 revenue up one per cent
For the third quarter Burberry’s revenue was up one per cent. Sales were up three per cen... Read more
Fall in Indian textile and apparel exports
India’s textile and apparel exports fell by eight per cent from April to November 2019. E... Read more
Sri Lankan needs to put in place a new textile police
Sri Lanka’s total textile and clothing exports were up by 5.7 per cent in 2018. Out of th... Read more
Inditex to be fully organic by 2025
By 2025, Inditex wants to ensure the cotton, linen and polyester used by all eight of its brand... Read more
Basic textile exports decline by 2.3 per cent
Declining by 27 per cent YoY in December 2019, both in terms of US dollars and Indian rupees to... Read more
China’s textile industry tackles climate change
China’s textile industry will deploy more resources in green technology and sustainable d... Read more
WSM generates networking
WSM (White Sustainable Milano) was held in Italy on January 11 and 12, 2020. The new show attra... Read more
Figuring out the meaning of sustainability
Kingpins Founder Andrew Olah says sustainability has been bandied about too freely. But adding ... Read more
Textile Exchange launches new tool
Textile Exchange has produced a new tool called the Material Change Index. This aims at pushing... Read more
Texworld USA, Apparel Sourcing focus on bio-materials
At its recent editions of Texworld USA and Apparel Sourcing, exhibitors showcased new bio-based... Read more
Eurovet partners with China Knitting Innovation Design Week at Interfiliere
Eurovet is pleased to inform the lastest development as the company signed a partnership with t... Read more
ICAC elects new standing committee officers
The recent plenary meeting of the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC) appointed seve... Read more
Denim Première Vision in Berlin scheduled for November
Denim Première Vision will have take place in Berlin from November 24 to 25, 2020. The t... Read more
Vietnam faces fabric and fiber deficit
Despite recording impressive growth figures in recent years, Vietnam’s textile and appare... Read more
India makes HSN code mandatory for imports
India will not allow any imports without the HSN code. Standards will be set up for Indian good... Read more
ISKO connects with Berlin Fashion Week forming a 360 degree approach
Berlin, January 13th to 17th, 2020 the new year for revamping fashion has begun and ISKO is cre... Read more
Indian textiles ministry to reduce hank yarn obligation
The Union Textiles Ministry plans to reduce hank yarn obligation. The government has already pa... Read more
Textile Minister inaugurates TEXPROCIL Awards Function
The Textiles Minister inaugurated the TEXPROCIL Awards Function which celebrated the achievemen... Read more
JETRO to hold two-day event on sustainable textiles
To be held from January 21 to 22, 2019 at the Altman Building in Manhattan’s Meatpacking ... Read more
India unlikely to be affected by US-China deal
India is unlikely to be directly affected by the recent US-China trade deal signed as the count... Read more
QIMA data reveals stagnation in sustainability in global supply chains
Data from Hong Kong-based quality control company QIMA shows, sustainability progress has stagn... Read more
UNIC CONCERIE ITALIANE is announcing its new communications campaign on pro…
The new UNIC - CONCERIE ITALIANE campaign has been designed in collaboration with Spring Studio... Read more
NCTO applauds Senate Passage of USMCA
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), represents the full spectrum of U.S. text... Read more
Saurer to showcase new machines at ITME Africa 2020
Saurer will showcase spinning and embroidery machines at ITME Africa 2020 expo that will be hel... Read more
Kingtex embarks on India expansion amidst market slowdown
Established in 1967, Kingtex is a Taiwan-based textile machinery manufacturer involved in makin... Read more
NCTO talks on Signing of Phase One Deal on 301 Tariffs
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), shows the full spectrum of U.S. textiles ... Read more
Pakistan’s APTMA opposes more charges for electricity
All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has opposed Pakistan government’s decision... Read more
Shandong Ruyi put on blacklist with its inability to pay off debts
Chinese trading company Shandong Ruyi is having difficulties paying off debts. A textile group ... Read more