Apparel, Fashion, Retail

W For Woman To Make Historic Debut At New York Fashion Week 2025

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

W for Woman, the celebrated Indian wear brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. (ABFRL), is set to make a groundbreaking appearance at New York Fashion Week (NYFW) 2025. It will be the only Indian wear brand of its scale to launch its Spring Summer’25 collection at the iconic event.

Sustainability

Nishat Chunian MD Nadia Bilal Explores Sustainability And Innovation At Saurer’s Hub

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

Saurer’s Sustainability Hub in Übach-Palenberg, Germany, recently welcomed Nadia Bilal, Managing Director of Spinning and Board Member of Nishat Chunian Ltd, Pakistan. The visit focused on exploring Saurer’s latest advancements in rotor spinning technology, aimed at enhancing sustainability and operational efficiency in the textile sector. During discussions with Klaus

Corporates

Ralph Lauren Announces Leadership Changes In North America

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

Ralph Lauren Corporation has announced the appointment of Bob Ranftl as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective March 30, 2025. Ranftl will succeed Jane Nielsen, whose planned departure is part of a multi-year strategic succession plan. Ranftl, who has been with Ralph Lauren since 2015, currently serves as Regional Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for North America […]

Corporates

Levi Strauss & Co. Elects Artemis Patrick To Board Of Directors

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

Levi Strauss & Co., announced that Artemis Patrick has been elected to its Board of Directors, effective February 1, 2025. Additionally, Patrick will serve on the Board’s audit and nominating, governance, and corporate citizenship committees starting March 1, 2025. Patrick currently serves as President and CEO of Sephora North America, overseeing the strategy, vision

Corporates

Spinnova Oyj Joins ITMF As Corporate Member

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

Spinnova Oyj, based in Finland, has joined the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) as a Corporate Member. Spinnova has developed innovative, patented technology that converts wood pulp or waste materials—such as leather, textile or agricultural cropping waste—into textile fibres without using harmful dissolving chemicals. The mechanical process used in

Export

India’s Apparel Exports Surge 12.9% In December 2024

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

India’s apparel exports registered a strong growth of 12.9% in December 2024 compared to the same month in 2023, despite global economic challenges and subdued demand from major markets. The cumulative exports for April–December 2024-25 reached US$ 11,316.2 million, reflecting a growth of 11.6% over the corresponding period in 2023-24. Commenting on this performance,

Sustainability

Indorama Ventures Shines In DJSI Rankings For Sustainability Leadership

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

Indorama Ventures Public Company Ltd, a global sustainable chemical leader, has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) World Index for the sixth consecutive year and the DJSI Emerging Markets Index for the eighth year. The company achieved an impressive 3rd rank among 83 global chemical companies in the DJSI World Index and […]

Corporates

PDS Multinational FZCO Expands In UAE With New Subsidiary

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

PDS Multinational FZCO, a wholly owned step-down subsidiary of PDS Ltd in the UAE, has announced the incorporation of a new subsidiary, Simple Approach Trading FZCO, on January 20, 2025. This strategic move aims to expand the company’s business in the supply, distribution and marketing of apparel and consumer goods. The newly formed entity, headquartered […]

Dyes & Chemicals

Archroma Joins BioCircular Alliance To Advance Fashion Circularity

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

Archroma, a global leader in sustainable specialty chemicals, has joined the BioCircular Materials Alliance, an initiative led by biomaterials pioneer Spiber Inc. The Alliance aims to accelerate the fashion industry’s transition to circular business models through the adoption of renewable, bio-based textile materials and chemical treatments. The Alliance unites

Export

Indian Textile Exports Surge By 12.76% In December 2024 Say CITI Report

Textile Insights January 22, 2025

India’s textile and apparel exports recorded remarkable growth in December 2024, with the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) reporting a 12.76% increase in textile exports and a 12.89% rise in apparel exports compared to December 2023. The combined growth for the month stood at 12.82%, reflecting the sector’s resilience and strong performance. From