Technical Textile & Nonwoven

Loptex Unveils Technology To Reduce Nonwovens Contamination

Textile Insights January 2, 2024

Supplier of textile technologies Loptex, has launched its latest breakthrough in contamination reduction and control for nonwoven lines with its Sorter Easy Link EXA NW and EXA Web NW systems. “Loptex is set to transform the industry’s approach to hygiene and medical product manufacturing,” the

Industry

Added Value in Vietnam Textile & Garment Sector Very Low

Textile Insights January 2, 2024

Although Vietnam is a major textiles and garment exporter, the added value in the industry is very low compared to the potential of the industry. Exports of textiles and apparels are expected to reach around US $40.3 billion in 2023 for which, imported raw materials and accessories accounted for nearly 58 percent or $23.2 billion. […]

Industry

Cambodia Hikes Minimum Wage For Textile & Garment Workers

Textile Insights January 2, 2024

Cambodia has increased the minimum wage for its textile and garment industry workers to US $204 per month for regular workers and $202 per month for probationary workers effective from January 1. This decision was made by the National Council on Minimum Wage (NCMW), a tripartite body comprising equal representation of labour unions, employer’s associations, […]

Industry

Closure Notice For 15 Polluting Surat Textile Companies

Textile Insights January 2, 2024

The Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) issued closure notices to 15 textile firms on the outskirts of Surat city which include dyeing and printing units. “The units were said to be allegedly discharging untreated wastewater into a creek connected to River Tapi, which is important source of water for residents of Surat city,” Indian Express […]

Industry

Investments In Bangladesh Textile Sector Almost Dry Up In 2023

Textile Insights January 2, 2024

Investments in the Bangladesh textile industry which is worth around $25 billion, almost dried up in 2023 as nor were new textile mills set up nor did any start operations. Only a Narsingdi based spinning mill said it would invest Tk 700 crore to manufacture cotton and MMF yarn, but even that plant will be […]

Industry

Bangladesh Has 54 Out Of 100 Global LEED Garment Factories

Textile Insights December 30, 2023

Out of the 100 LEED certified garment factories in the world, 54 are now located in Bangladesh, which points to a commitment to green practices in the industry in the south Asian country. “The total number of Bangladesh clothing factories with LEED certificate now totals 206, which indicates the industry commitment towards greener initiatives,” Mohiuddin […]

Industry

India To Maintain Economic Growth Velocity In 2024

Textile Insights December 30, 2023

India is likely to remain the fastest-growing major economy in the world in 2024, on the back of strong consumer demand leading to a pickup in investment across various sectors. According to the Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), the sectors which will attract investments are construction, hospitality and infrastructure including railways

Export

Indian Garment Exporters Seek Three Year Rebate Extension

Textile Insights December 30, 2023

Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) has sought a three year extension of RoSCTL, a rebate scheme, stating that it has become a dire necessity, given the current global economic uncertainties. In a statement, AEPC Chairman Naren Goenka said market sentiments have touched an all-time low and the traditional markets of the US and EU are […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Noida Garment Exporters To Set Up Apparel Cluster In Odisha

Textile Insights December 30, 2023

Several garment exporters from the Noida apparel cluster have proposed to set up a garment cluster in Khordha in Odisha which will be spread over 100 acres. This was announced after a Noida garment exporters delegation met with Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. “Patnaik assured the delegation of comprehensive support and facilitation and welcomed them […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Italian Textile & Fashion Industry Records 3% Growth In 2023

Textile Insights December 30, 2023

Italy’s textile and fashion industry has reported a 3 percent increase in revenues in 2023 to €111.7 billion as against 2022, data from Confindustria Moda, Italy’s fashion trade body said. However, growth has been attributed to higher sales values, as there is a significant drop in volumes, which hints to a potential end to the […]