Sustainability

EuRIC Unveils ‘EU Recyclers’ Manifesto’ To Boost Textile Circularity By 2030

Textile Insights March 25, 2025

The European Recycling Industries’ Confederation (EuRIC) Textiles Branch has released its “EU Recyclers’ Manifesto: Increasing textiles circularity by 2030”, outlining five key policy recommendations to accelerate circularity in the textile sector. With each EU citizen generating approximately

Corporates

Morocco, Sunrise Group Sign MAD 2.3 Billion Textile Deal

Textile Insights March 25, 2025

Morocco has signed an investment agreement with Chinese textile giant Sunrise Group to strengthen its textile industry. The MAD 2.3 billion deal, signed in Rabat, will establish two industrial units in Skhirat and Fez, creating 7,000 direct and 1,500 indirect jobs. The project aims to build an integrated supply chain, allowing Moroccan companies to produce […]

Machinery

Trigema Invests In Brückner’s Energy-Efficient Dryer For Sustainable Textile Production

Textile Insights March 24, 2025

Trigema W. Grupp KG, a leading German manufacturer of sports and leisurewear, has reinforced its commitment to sustainability and efficiency by integrating Brückner’s Power-Dry relaxation dryer into its production facility in Burladingen. The new machine, installed in late 2024, features a hybrid heating system, an energy-efficient air-through suction zone, and a compact

Corporates

Garware Technical Fibres Sets Up UK Subsidiary

Textile Insights March 24, 2025

Garware Technical Fibres has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary, Garware Technical Fibres UK (GTFL UK), to expand its technical textile business in the UK. As per an exchange filing, GTFL UK was established with an initial capital of 10,000, comprising 10,000 shares of 1 each, acquired through cash consideration. The subsidiary aligns with the parent […]

Industry

Shein Invests US$ 70M In Supplier Empowerment And Worker Welfare

Textile Insights March 24, 2025

Shein has committed US$ 70 million to its Supplier Community Empowerment Programmr (SCEP) through 2028, aimed at upgrading supplier facilities, enhancing manufacturing technologies, and improving worker welfare. By the end of 2024, over US$ 33 million has been disbursed under the programme. As part of the initiative, Shein has renovated 203 facilities covering 500,000

Dyes & Chemicals

Lululemon Partners With ZymoChem To Scale Bio-Based Nylon

Textile Insights March 24, 2025

Lululemon has announced a multi-year collaboration with San Leandro-based biotechnology company ZymoChem to expand its use of bio-based nylon and advance sustainable innovation. The partnership aims to develop a bio-based alternative for adipic acid, a key component of nylon 6,6 used in Lululemon’s signature products like Align and Wunder Train leggings. Lululemon

Dyes & Chemicals

Archroma Adopts Zero Liquid Discharge Solution At Mahachai Plant

Textile Insights March 24, 2025

Archroma has successfully implemented a state-of-the-art Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system at its Mahachai plant in Thailand, designed and built by Gradiant. The solution enables 90-95% wastewater recovery for reuse and extracts valuable minerals for industrial applications, advancing water circularity in textile dye production. Located in a water-stressed region near

Cotton

Amit Cot Fibre Achieves First Export Deal For Kasturi Cotton

Textile Insights March 24, 2025

Amit Cot Fibre, Malkapur, Maharashtra, has successfully exported 600 bales (100 metric tons) of Kasturi Cotton, marking a significant milestone for India’s premium cotton brand. The Regenagri-certified company finalized the first-ever export deal with a Bangladeshi importer within just two days, on March 19, 2025. With this achievement, Amit Cot Fibre becomes the first

Trade & Market

Bangladesh Set To Gain As U.S. Tariffs Reshape Global Cotton Jersey Market

Textile Insights March 20, 2025

Global trade dynamics for cotton jerseys and pullovers (HS-611020) are shifting as the U.S. imposes higher tariffs on Chinese exports, positioning Bangladesh and Cambodia to benefit from the evolving market landscape. Cotton jerseys and pullovers remain among the most imported apparel items worldwide, valued for their versatility, comfort, and consistent year-round demand.

Sustainability

UKFT Launches Reuse And Recycling Membership To Boost Circular Fashion

Textile Insights March 20, 2025

The UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT) has announced the launch of a new Reuse and Recycling membership category, aimed at supporting textile collectors, sorters, graders, mechanical recyclers, upcyclers, and recycling innovators. The new category will provide strategic guidance, tailored resources, and advocacy to promote circularity and innovation within the UK