Sustainability

Borealis Turns Parking Lots Into Solar Farms In Partnership With ENGIE

Textile Insights September 23, 2025

Borealis has launched a 3.3 MWp solar project at its Belgian manufacturing sites in Kallo and Beringen, installing nearly 4,800 bifacial solar panels on parking canopies. The new system is expected to generate 3,250 MWh of renewable energy annually, reducing CO2 emissions by 550 tonnes each

Sustainability

DITF Invests In Solar To Cut Emissions, Boost Sustainability

Textile Insights September 23, 2025

The German Institutes of Textile and Fibre Research (DITF) has commissioned a new photovoltaic system at its Denkendorf site, marking a key step in its sustainability roadmap. With an installed capacity of 840 kWp, the solar units have been set up on building rooftops and covered parking areas. The project involved an investment of €1.6 […]

Corporates

Lectra Appoints John Brearley As President Of The Americas

Textile Insights September 23, 2025

Lectra, a global leader in industrial intelligence technology solutions for fashion, automotive and furniture sectors, has announced the appointment of John Brearley as President, Americas, effective 1 October 2025. He will also join Lectra’s Executive Committee. The Americas region is a key market for Lectra, accounting for 33% of the Group’s sales in 2024. With […]

Economy

ADB Approves US$ 52.7 Mn Loan To Boost Cambodia’s Renewable Energy Grid

Textile Insights September 23, 2025

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a US$ 52.72 million loan to support Cambodia’s Grid Expansion Project, aimed at strengthening the national transmission network and integrating more renewable energy into the power system. The project will help meet rising electricity demand with cleaner, locally generated power. Cambodia has rapidly expanded domestic

Corporates

Ralph Lauren Charts Growth Plan With US$ 2 Bn Shareholder Returns

Textile Insights September 23, 2025

Ralph Lauren Corporation has outlined its updated strategic roadmap, Next Great Chapter: Drive, aimed at delivering sustainable growth and long-term value creation. The plan was presented to investors and analysts at an Investor Day event in New York City. The luxury lifestyle company said it expects revenue to grow at a mid-single-digit compound annual growth […]

Machinery

TMAS To Showcase Next-Gen Textile Tech In Singapore

Textile Insights September 23, 2025

Swedish textile machinery manufacturers are set to highlight cutting-edge automation and resource-saving technologies at the upcoming ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 exhibition in Singapore (October 28–31). Members of TMAS, the Swedish trade association, will present solutions that combine sensor-based automation, predictive maintenance, and AI-driven production to enhance

Industry

Cambrelle Expands Manufacturing To Vietnam To Strengthen Global Supply Chains

Textile Insights September 23, 2025

Cambrelle, the world’s leading performance lining brand for footwear, has begun production in Vietnam to better support global brands and meet growing local supply chain needs. The expansion introduces two state-of-the-art production lines that deliver the same world-class quality and consistency Cambrelle is known for worldwide. The Vietnam facility also enables

Sustainability

Selenis Launches Texnascis, Driving Textile-To-Textile Recycling For A Circular Future

Textile Insights September 23, 2025

Selenis, a global leader in specialty polyesters, has announced the launch of Texnascis, its new brand dedicated to textile-to-textile recycling. Texnascis will serve as the company’s platform to advance its mission of transforming textile waste into innovative, reusable products, accelerating the shift toward a circular textile economy. Building on its decades of

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Vinted Teams Up With Oxfam And Jameela Jamil To Celebrate Second-Hand Fashion

Textile Insights September 23, 2025

As part of this year’s Second Hand September, Vinted has partnered with Oxfam and actor-activist Jameela Jamil to put pre-loved fashion in the spotlight. Jameela, the face of the campaign, will sell signature pieces from her personal wardrobe on Vinted, with all proceeds supporting Oxfam. Items from the Vinted and Oxfam Style for Change runway […]

Event

India’s Textile Industry Charts Green Roadmap At 4th Sustainable Textile Summit

Textile Insights September 22, 2025

The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) hosted the 4th Sustainable Textile Summit (STS) in New Delhi on Sept. 16, 2025, where senior government officials, industry leaders and global experts deliberated on strategies to transform India’s textile industry into a global hub for sustainable production. Themed “Innovating Towards a Sustainable Future: Collaborative