Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Seematti Launches India’s First AI Fashion Brand Ambassador

Textile Insights August 22, 2024

Seematti, a esteemed name in Indian textile industry, has made history by introducing India’s first AI-based fashion brand ambassador. The 110-year-old brand now features Isha Ravi, an AI fashion model with a flair for colors and travel, representing independence and style. Beena Kannan,

Policies

Textiles Minister Reviews PLI Scheme Progress

Textile Insights August 22, 2024

Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh met the beneficiaries of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for MMF apparel, fabrics, and technical textiles on 20th August in New Delhi. The participants shared their ongoing commitment, successes, experiences, feedback, and challenges related to the scheme. Giriraj Singh confirmed the Government’s dedication to

Industry

SCZONE Unveils US$ 40 Mln Eroglu Garment Project

Textile Insights August 22, 2024

The Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) marked a major breakthrough on August 13, 2024, as Waleid Gamal El-Dien, Chairman of SCZONE, inaugurated the revolutionary ceremony for the US$ 40 million “Eroglu Garment” project. This venture, in collaboration with Turkish Eroglu Global Holding Group, is set to develop 64,000 square meters in the Qantara West Industrial

Sustainability

Gensol Bags Rs 40 Cr Solar Project from Textile Firm

Textile Insights August 22, 2024

Gensol Engineering Limited, a leader in solar EPC and electric mobility solutions, has secured a Letter of Award (LOA) to execute a 16 MWp turnkey rooftop solar project valued at Rs. 40 crore for a prominent textile company under the commercial and industrial (C&I) segment. This repeat order will be installed in Madhya Pradesh, with […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Pantaloons Launches Donald Duck 90th Anniversary Collection

Textile Insights August 22, 2024

Pantaloons, India’s leading fashion retail brand, is excited to announce a special collaboration with Disney to commemorate 90 years of Donald Duck. This vibrant women’s collection, featuring 25 exclusive styles, blends Donald Duck’s iconic charm with contemporary fashion, crafted by Mumbai-based illustrator collective, Doodle Mapuls. The collection includes bold

Corporates

Rohit Aggarwal To Lead Lenzing As CEO From Sept 1

Textile Insights August 22, 2024

The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose fibers, will welcome Rohit Aggarwal as CEO, effective 1 September 2024. He succeeds Stephan Sielaff, who will depart at the end of August by mutual agreement with the Supervisory Board. Rohit Aggarwal brings decades of experience in the textile and chemical industries, with a strong track […]

Industry

MoT Implements Major Handloom Sector Programs

Textile Insights August 22, 2024

The Ministry of Textiles (MoT) rolled out key initiatives to boost the handloom sector in India. The National Handloom Development Programme and Raw Material Supply Scheme provided extensive support, including financial aid for looms, infrastructure, and marketing. The Weavers’ MUDRA Loan Scheme offered margin assistance, interest subvention, and credit guarantees. Welfare

Industry

ILO’s Job Creation Programme Elevates Jordan’s Textile Workforce

Textile Insights August 21, 2024

The ILO’s Employment-Intensive Investment Programme (EIIP) is making a significant impact on Jordan’s textile industry, as highlighted during a recent visit by an ILO delegation led by Regional Director for Arab States, Ruba Jaradat. The delegation inspected several key projects aimed at improving local infrastructure, creating jobs, and supporting sustainable

Machinery

Heberlein To Unveil New Jets At ITMA Asia

Textile Insights August 21, 2024

Heberlein Technology AG, Wattwil, Switzerland, August 20, 2024 – Heberlein, a leader in air interlacing and air texturing jets, is set to showcase its latest advancements at ITMA Asia + CITME 2024. The company is excited to present the new HemaJet-LB06 jet housing, offering exceptional compatibility and solidifying Heberlein’s position as a one-stop solution provider

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Decathlon To Invest €100M In India Expansion

Textile Insights August 21, 2024

French sports retailer Decathlon has announced a significant investment of €100 million (approximately ₹933 crore) in India over the next five years. The funding will support the company’s expansion of retail operations and manufacturing capabilities in one of its fastest-growing markets, as reported by PTI. Decathlon India CEO Sankar Chatterjee expressed optimism about