Corporates

SANITIZED Partners With RUDOLF For Global Distribution Of Textile Additives

Textile Insights July 4, 2025

SANITIZED AG, a global leader in hygiene and material protection technologies, has announced a strategic distribution partnership with Rudolf Holding SE & Co. KG, a renowned specialty chemical company. Beginning February 1, 2026, RUDOLF will become the exclusive worldwide distributor of

Textile Park

Centre Clears Rs 1894 Cr. PM MITRA Park For Tamil Nadu

Textile Insights July 2, 2025

In a major boost to Tamil Nadu’s goal of becoming a global textile hub, the Union government has approved a Rs 1894-crore development plan for the Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park in Virudhunagar district. Announced by Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh yesterday, the project will be developed over 1052 […]

Sustainability

Elevate Textiles’ Net-Zero Targets Validated By SBTi

Textile Insights June 30, 2025

Elevate Textiles, along with its brands A&E, Burlington, Cone Denim, Gütermann, and Safety Components, has received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term and net-zero emissions targets. The approval confirms that Elevate’s climate goals align with the most ambitious criteria under the SBTi’s Net-Zero Standard. The company aims to

Corporates

Americhem Unifies Europe Operations, Advances Sustainability

Textile Insights June 30, 2025

Americhem Inc., a global leader in polymer solutions, has unified its European operations under the Americhem brand to streamline customer experience and reinforce consistency across its global manufacturing network. “This move simplifies how we scale and serve,” said CEO John Richard. “One brand delivers clarity, consistency and confidence.” The Denmark facility plays a

Export

Textile Exporters Get Relief As DGFT Relaxes 180-Day Export Obligation Rule

Textile Insights June 30, 2025

In a welcome move for textile exporters, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has eased export obligation (EO) rules under the Advance Authorisation scheme, removing textile products from the purview of the stricter 180-day compliance period. Earlier, all imports under Advance Authorisation for certain notified products including textiles had to meet export

Corporates

Oerlikon Thailand Celebrates 20 Years Of Innovation With New Aerospace PVD Coating Lane

Textile Insights June 30, 2025

Oerlikon marked a significant milestone as its Thailand coating centre celebrated 20 years of delivering innovative surface solutions. The anniversary event highlighted Oerlikon’s commitment to advancing technologies through both local-to-local and global-to-local services, including PVD and thermal spray equipment, additive manufacturing and advanced materials. A major

Event

CMAI’s Kidswear Fair Draws 15K+ Buyers, Marks Segment Surge

Textile Insights June 30, 2025

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) successfully concluded the 81st National Garment Fair, Kidswear Edition from June 23–25 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The exclusive show drew over 15,000 buyers from India and 50+ international visitors, reinforcing the growing demand for kidswear. Featuring 590 brands across 3.5 lakh sq. ft., the fair saw

Event

Maximilian Raynor Wins UK Shortlist Jury 2025 For India’s R|Elan Circular Design Challenge

Textile Insights June 30, 2025

Maximilian Raynor has been declared the winner of the UK Shortlist Jury 2025 for the R|Elan Circular Design Challenge (CDC), India’s pioneering platform for circular and sustainable fashion innovation. A collaboration between R|Elan, the next-gen fabric brand of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) and the United Nations in India, the CDC is a global initiative empowering […]

Sustainability

INDA Hails House Approval Of WIPPES Act For ‘Do Not Flush’ Labeling

Textile Insights June 30, 2025

INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has applauded the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the bipartisan Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act (H.R. 2269), which mandates national “Do Not Flush” labeling standards for non-flushable wipes. The legislation, aimed at curbing sewer system clogs caused by

Product Launch & Innovation

Nesterra Unveils Its 5.0 Collection At Exclusive Launch In Mumbai

Textile Insights June 30, 2025

Nesterra, the premium home décor and furnishings brand from Sutlej Textiles & Industries Ltd., under the prestigious K.K. Birla Group, launched its highly anticipated 5.0 Collection on 16th June 2025 at Bağlami, BKC, Mumbai. This landmark launch signifies a major milestone in Nesterra’s journey blending aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability—while staying rooted