Export

Vietnam Poised To Surpass Bangladesh In Garment Exports

Textile Insights December 27, 2024

Vietnam’s garment exports are projected to reach US$ 44 billion in 2024, marking an 11% year-on-year growth and positioning the country to surpass Bangladesh as the world’s second-largest garment exporter, according to a Vietnamese media report. In comparison, Bangladesh has set a

Event

Textile Leaders Unite For Sustainability At IIT Delhi

Textile Insights December 27, 2024

The North India Section of The Textile Institute (NISTI), in collaboration with the Department of Textile and Fibre Engineering, IIT Delhi, hosted the Conference on Sustainability in Textiles & Clothing on December 14, 2024, at IIT Delhi. This milestone event brought together policymakers, industry leaders, academicians, researchers, and students to explore innovative

Machinery

DTY Jet Insert APe043 Redefines Low Denier Yarn Processing

Textile Insights December 27, 2024

Record-small 0.65mm Orifice Unveiled at GTTES 2025 Heberlein Technology, a global leader in air interlacing and texturing jets, will showcase its latest innovations at GTTES 2025 in Mumbai, India. The key attractions include the HemaJet-LB06 housing generation and the DTY jet insert APe043, which boasts a record-small 0.65 mm orifice, ensuring superior performance in

Corporates

Premier Evolvics Unveils Advanced Cotton Testing Facilities at CCI

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

Premier Evolvics has inaugurated state-of-the-art high volume cotton testing facilities at Cotton Corporation of India Ltd, graced by Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh. During the event, Karthikay Dhanda, Secretary, TC, showcased the advanced features of the PREMIER ART2 instrument, emphasizing its cutting-edge technology for superior cotton quality assessment.

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Van Heusen Launches ‘VH Evening’ Sub-Brand For Eveningwear

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

Van Heusen, known for premium formal and wedding wear under Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd, has unveiled its new sub-brand, ‘VH Evening,’ marking its entry into the eveningwear segment for men and women. The line blends sophistication with bold, dressed-up casuals, designed to redefine evening elegance and cater to modern, style-conscious professionals. The debut […]

Industry

Mexico Raises Textile Import Tariffs To 35% To Support Domestic Industry

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

Mexico has raised import tariffs on textile products to as much as 35%, according to Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard, in a move to support its domestic textile industry. The new tariffs, announced on December 19 alongside President Claudia Sheinbaum, will apply until April 22, 2026. Finished textile products will face a 35% tariff, while textile […]

Corporates

Indian Oil Corp. Approves Rs 4,382 Crore Yarn Project In Odisha

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), the state-owned company’s board approved an investment to establish a yarn project in Bhadrak, Odisha, in a 50:50 joint venture with MCPI Private Ltd. The project will involve the construction of a 900 TPD continuous polymerisation (CP) unit, along with downstream facilities for draw textured yarn (DTY), fully drawn yarn (FDY), […]

Corporates

Vatsal Exports Achieves 245% Growth, Eyes Global Leadership

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

The global export landscape is shifting rapidly, and Vatsal Exports is at the forefront of this change. Under strong and visionary leadership, the company has achieved remarkable growth, even in the face of economic challenges. The Indian textile and apparel (T&A) sector has experienced its share of ups and downs, particularly with fluctuations in cotton […]

Industry

Dr Andrew Jordan Honoured In 2024 Cotton Hall Of Fame

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

Dr Andrew Jordan, a prominent figure in the cotton industry, has been named the 2024 Honouree for the Cotton Research and Promotion Hall of Fame. The eleventh annual recognition programme celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to the cotton sector. Dr Jordan was formally inducted during the joint Cotton Incorporated/Cotton Board Annual Meeting on

Economy

Better Cotton Extends Agreement With Israel Cotton Board

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

Better Cotton has extended its standard recognition agreement with its strategic partner in Israel, the Israel Cotton Production and Marketing Board (ICB), for another year. The ICB, a farmer-owned cooperative, represents cotton growers across the country. Since 2020, ICB’s Israel Cotton Production Standard System (ICPSS) has been recognised as equivalent to the Better