Industry

AAFA Calls For Tougher Crackdown On Online Counterfeits

Textile Insights March 5, 2026

The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has responded to the release of the 2025 Review of Notorious Markets for Counterfeiting and Piracy by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), calling for greater accountability across e-commerce and social media

Sustainability

GOTS 8.0 Strengthens Textile Supply Chain Accountability

Textile Insights March 5, 2026

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) has announced the release of Version 8.0 of its processing standard for organic textiles, introducing enhanced requirements across environmental management, chemical controls, governance and supply chain due diligence. The updated standard strengthens provisions related to air emissions, waste management and product safety, while

Textile Park

Proposal For Textile Park In Shivamogga Submitted To Karnataka Government

Textile Insights March 5, 2026

State Textile Infrastructure Development Corporation Chairman Chetan K. Gowda has urged Siddaramaiah to announce the establishment of a textile park in Shivamogga in the upcoming State Budget and allocate the required funds to the Department of Handlooms and Textiles. Gowda met the Chief Minister in Bengaluru on March 2 and submitted a memorandum outlining the […]

Industry

Coal Surge Forces 15% Jobwork Hike In Surat MMF Cluster

Textile Insights March 5, 2026

The escalating tensions between Iran, Israel and the United States have begun to impact India’s textile sector, with Surat’s man-made fibre (MMF) industry facing a sharp rise in coal and freight costs. Dyeing and printing mills across Surat and south Gujarat have announced a 15 percent increase in jobwork charges, expected to take effect after […]

Technical Textile & Nonwoven

Asahi Kasei Advance To Debut High-Performance Nonwovens And Fibers At Techtextil

Textile Insights March 5, 2026

Asahi Kasei Advance will mark its first-ever participation at Techtextil, presenting a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance nonwovens, flame-retardant fabrics, and advanced fiber solutions for diverse industrial applications. The leading international trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens will take place from April 21–24, 2026 in Frankfurt am Main. The

Sustainability

Study Links PFAS Exposure To Faster Biological Aging

Textile Insights March 5, 2026

Two lesser-known forever chemicals may be quietly accelerating biological aging in older Americans, according to new research published in Frontiers in Aging. The study, titled Emerging PFAS contaminants PFNA and PFSA amplify epigenetic aging: sex- and age-stratified risks in an aging population, analyzed data from 326 U.S. adults aged 50 and above and found that […]

Product Launch & Innovation

DuPont Launches Bio-Circular Tyvek Coverall With 58% Lower Climate Impact

Textile Insights March 5, 2026

DuPont has introduced a more sustainable version of its flagship protective coverall, unveiling Tyvek 500 Xpert BioCircle, a disposable garment made using fabric attributed to 100% bio-circular feedstock, without compromising on protection or performance. Designed for health and safety professionals, the new coverall delivers the same durability, comfort and barrier

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Calvin Klein Taps BTS’ Jung Kook For Spring 2026 Denim Campaign

Textile Insights March 5, 2026

Calvin Klein Inc., part of PVH Corp., has unveiled its Spring 2026 denim campaign starring global brand ambassador Jung Kook of BTS. Directed and shot by renowned photographer Mert Alas, the campaign places denim at the centre of personal expression, spotlighting Jung Kook’s distinctive style and cultural influence. The high-impact film blends fashion and entertainment,

Dyes & Chemicals

Chemical Safety Law Faces Fresh Rollback Push In Congress

Textile Insights March 5, 2026

A new draft bill in the U.S. Senate seeking to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) has ignited strong opposition from public health and environmental groups, who warn the proposal could significantly weaken the nation’s core chemical safety protections. The legislation, released ahead of a March 4 hearing by the U.S. Senate Committee on […]

Machinery

Barmag Unveils POY 2.0 With Energy-Efficient, Partially Automated Spinning Concept

Textile Insights March 5, 2026

Barmag has introduced POY 2.0, a completely redesigned spinning concept that elevates the production of partially oriented yarn (POY) in both technological performance and economic efficiency. The innovation was presented to a select group of industry experts at ITMA Asia + CITME, where it generated strong interest, with several global yarn manufacturers expressing intent