Event

ITMA 2027 Draws Strong Industry Response As Sector Plan Unveiled

Textile Insights August 6, 2026

ITMA 2027 has unveiled its sector plan, signalling strong momentum for the world’s largest textile and garment technology exhibition, scheduled to take place from 16–22 September 2027 at Messegelände Hannover, Germany. Covering 12 exhibition halls and more than 180,000 square metres, the

Corporates

Bikram Saha Appointed Managing Director & CEO Of Benninger India

Textile Insights August 6, 2026

Benninger India has appointed Bikram Saha as its Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, effective July 2026. Saha brings over three decades of experience across finance, commercial operations, corporate governance and business strategy within the textile machinery industry. He has been associated with Benninger India for more than nine years, having previously

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

International Woolmark Prize Opens Applications For Next Global Cycle

Textile Insights August 6, 2026

Woolmark has opened applications for the next cycle of the International Woolmark Prize (IWP), one of the fashion industry’s most prestigious awards dedicated to emerging design talent and innovation using Australian Merino wool. For more than 70 years, the International Woolmark Prize has served as a launchpad for leading fashion designers, including Karl Lagerfeld,

Financial Results

Lenzing More Than Doubles H1 2026 Net Profit

Textile Insights August 6, 2026

The Lenzing Group reported a significant improvement in profitability during the first half of 2026, with net profit more than doubling to EUR 35.6 million compared to EUR 15.2 million in the corresponding period last year. The company also improved free cash flow to EUR 45.8 million, despite continued market challenges including volatile energy and […]

Technology

KARL MAYER Sees Strong Demand For Warp Preparation Technology Amid AI-Driven CCL Boom

Textile Insights August 6, 2026

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) is driving unprecedented demand for copper-clad laminates (CCLs), a key material used in the production of printed circuit boards (PCBs) that form the backbone of AI infrastructure. As CCLs are typically reinforced with woven glass fabrics, the trend is creating significant opportunities for KARL MAYER’s Warp Preparation

Home Textiles

SPACES By Welspun Living unveils Its Autumn-Winter 2026 Collection

Textile Insights August 6, 2026

Led by the Revive Sleep System powered by Hygro Cotton®, the collection was presented to 400+ dealer and retail partners at INSIDE SPACES, the brand’s annual retail meet  SPACES by Welspun Living has built its Autumn-Winter 2026 Collection around a fundamental shift in how Indians live at home. It is no longer simply where the […]

Special Report

The Rs 10,000-Cr. Dream Of India’s Fashion Industry

Textile Insights August 6, 2026

India’s fashion industry has moved beyond the aim of building a Rs 1,000-crore business. The next ambition is far bigger, creating brands that can dominate India, outlive their founders and eventually compete with the world. India has spent decades waiting for its billion-dollar fashion brands. Today, that ambition no longer feels distant. The Indian consumers […]

Event

NIFT Mumbai Conducts Three-Day Orientation Programme For New Batch

Textile Insights August 6, 2026

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Mumbai welcomed 328 newly admitted students and their parents through its three-day Orientation Programme 2026 held from July 29–31. The programme introduced students to NIFT’s academic framework, campus facilities, student support systems and opportunities for holistic development. Addressing the inaugural

Financial Results

RSWM Reports 16.1% Growth In Q1 FY27 EBITDA; PAT Rises 2.4 Times

Textile Insights August 6, 2026

RSWM Ltd., one of India’s leading manufacturers of value-added yarns, denim fabrics, knitted fabrics and green polyester fibre, reported resilient financial performance for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026, despite continued challenges in global textile markets. The company posted revenue of Rs 1,161 crore in Q1 FY27, up 1.7 percent sequentially, supported by

Corporates

Humana Apparels Improves Productivity By 15% With Coats Digital’s Gsdcost

Textile Insights August 3, 2026

Bangladesh-based outerwear manufacturer Humana Apparels Pvt. Ltd. has reported significant operational improvements following the implementation of Coats Digital’s GSDCost solution. Humana Apparels, a joint venture between Busana Apparel Group and Hameem Group, supplies global brands including Hugo Boss, Marc O’Polo, Ann Taylor and Macy’s. The company operates 28