Event

PHDCCI To Host Technical Textiles Conference In Ludhiana On July 25

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), with the support of the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, under the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM), is set to organize a one-day Conference on Technical Textiles on 25th July 2025 at the CICU Complex, Focal Point, Ludhiana.

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Jaypore Enters Chhattisgarh With First Store Launch In Raipur

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

Jaypore, the artisanal lifestyle brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited, has marked its debut in Chhattisgarh with the launch of its first store in Raipur. Located at ZORA The Mall, the new store is a tribute to India’s enduring craft traditions, bringing the brand’s soulful retail experience to the heart of the state. […]

Financial Results

Rieter Reports CHF 336.2 Million In H1 2025 Sales Amidst Market Challenges

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

Rieter, the world’s leading supplier of systems for manufacturing yarn from staple fibres, has reported a sales figure of CHF 336.2 million for the first half of 2025, marking a 20% decline compared to CHF 421.0 million in the same period last year. The order intake also dropped by 12% to CHF 355.4 million, reflecting […]

Technology

Saurer’s Autocoro 11: Leading Innovation For Spinning Recycled Fibres

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

Saurer’s Autocoro 11 is redefining rotor spinning with its revolutionary technology for spinning even the shortest recycled fibres. With increased global focus on circular manufacturing and stricter environmental regulations, the demand for recycling in textile production is increasing. Saurer anticipated this trend and has developed multiple features displayed in

Fibre

Uster Panel Explores Challenges And Tech-Driven Solutions For Recycled Yarn Spinning

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

Producing high-quality yarn from recycled fibers poses unique technical and process challenges, as highlighted during a recent panel discussion hosted by Uster Technologies at its headquarters. The event brought together experts from Rieter, Säntis Textiles, Otto Yarns, and TVU, who emphasized the importance of technology, data, and collaboration in achieving sustainable

Sustainability

Reconomy Launches Global Strategy To Support Textile EPR Transition

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

Circular economy leader Reconomy has published a new global strategy paper, Textile EPR Strategy 2030, to help businesses navigate the growing wave of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations in the textile sector. The strategy outlines a five-year roadmap for adapting to regulatory changes while unlocking opportunities for circular innovation and sustainable

Corporates

Lululemon Renews Global Advisory Board To Advance Mental Wellbeing

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

Lululemon has renewed its Mental Wellbeing Global Advisory Board for the 2025–26 term, reinforcing its commitment to holistic wellbeing. The move follows the 2024 Global Wellbeing Report, which revealed mental wellbeing has remained stagnant for four years, with 44% of people citing societal pressures as a key challenge. Chaired by Susan Gelinas, Lululemon’s Chief People

Export

EU Textile & Clothing Industry Faces Continued Strain In Q1 2025

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

The European Union’s textile and clothing (T&C) industry remained under pressure in the first quarter of 2025, with modest signs of optimism in the textile segment overshadowed by persistent weakness in clothing. According to the latest industry data, turnover dropped by 2.4% in textiles and 2.3% in clothing year-on-year, with production declines across the

Corporates

Aarti Jhunjhunwala Honoured For Leadership In Textile Chemicals Industry

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

Aarti Jhunjhunwala, Executive Director at Fineotex Chemical Limited, has been honoured by the Textile Commissioner, Roop Rashi Mahapatra, and the Bharat Merchants’ Chamber for her exemplary contribution to modernising the textile chemicals sector. As a second-generation leader, Jhunjhunwala expressed deep gratitude for the recognition, dedicating the award to her

Trade & Market

India, Japan Deepen Textile Ties In Tokyo

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

India’s textile diplomacy received a strategic boost as Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, embarked on a high-level visit to Japan, aiming to deepen bilateral collaboration and position India as a key sourcing and manufacturing partner. During his visit, the Minister engaged with top Japanese industry leaders, including executives from Fast Retailing, Daiso