Sustainability

Jordan Develops Textile Waste Management Plan With EU And French Agency

Textile Insights December 17, 2024

In collaboration with the French Development Agency and funded by the European Union, Jordan is developing a plan to manage textile waste from its garment and textile factories. Led by the Ministry of Investment and the Amman Chamber of Industry, the initiative includes forming a committee to

Export

Vietnam’s Garment-Textile Exports Set To Reach US$ 44 Billion In 2024

Textile Insights December 17, 2024

Vietnam’s garment-textile exports are projected to hit US$ 44 billion in 2024, marking an 11.26% increase from 2023, according to the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS). Imports are estimated at US$ 25 billion, up 14.79%, resulting in a trade surplus of US$ 19 billion, a 6.93% rise over the previous year. VITAS President Vu […]

Industry

Senegal Plans Textile Boost, Limits Second-Hand Imports

Textile Insights December 17, 2024

Senegal is taking significant steps to promote local textile production, increase employment, and reduce reliance on imported materials. The government plans to achieve these goals by rehabilitating existing factories and establishing new production facilities to process Senegal’s cotton—currently one of its top agricultural export commodities. These initiatives are

Corporates

AATCC And TAI Partner To Boost India-USA Textile Ties

Textile Insights December 17, 2024

As part of its global outreach, the American Association of Textile Chemists & Colorists (AATCC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The Textile Association (India) (TAI). The agreement aims to enhance communication, promote educational activities, and strengthen ties between the two organizations to benefit the Indian textile industry. The MOU focuses

Corporates

Better Cotton CEO Alan McClay To Step Down In Oct. 2025

Textile Insights December 17, 2024

Alan McClay, CEO of Better Cotton, has announced his retirement, with plans to step down in October 2025. McClay has led Better Cotton since 2015, during which time the organization has grown into a global leader in sustainable cotton production. His vision, unwavering dedication and personal commitment to Better Cotton’s mission have been instrumental in […]

Corporates

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Announces Multi-Year Franchise Partnership with Myntra Jabong In India

Textile Insights December 17, 2024

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. announced a new multi-year franchise partnership with Myntra Jabong India Private, Ltd., Myntra’s business-to-business wholesale entity (Myntra Jabong), aimed at expanding the global reach of its brands in India. Under the franchise agreement, Myntra Jabong will establish a brick-and-mortar retail store presence across the country, regional

Industry

New Working Group Launched to Enhance Skills and Sustainability in Vietnam’s Textile Sector

Textile Insights December 16, 2024

The Vietnam Textile and Garment Association (VITAS), with support from the International Labour Organization (ILO), has established a new working group to tackle skills development challenges in the textile and garment industry. Officially launched on December 10, 2024, this initiative aims to foster collaboration between enterprises and education and training providers to

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

PUMA Opens New Creative Hub ‘Studio48’ At Its HQ In Germany

Textile Insights December 16, 2024

PUMA has opened Studio48, a new creative hub at its headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany, designed to bring its designers and creatives together to freely develop new ideas and create concepts for performance and sportstyle products as well as campaigns. The studio is part of the company’s strategy to create sustainable growth and elevate the brand. […]

Sustainability

Indorama Ventures Recycles 500 ml PET Bottles At 808 Festival 2024

Textile Insights December 16, 2024

Indorama Ventures Public Company Ltd, a global leader in sustainable chemicals and the world’s largest recycler of PET, is Thailand’s first ‘full circularity’ recycling partner for the 808 Festival 2024. The event, held from December 6-8 at BITEC Bangna, attracted over 40,000 electronic music fans and was an opportunity to showcase Indorama Ventures’ commitment to […]

Corporates

T.T. Ltd’s Howrah Project To Begin Production And Warehousing Soon

Textile Insights December 16, 2024

The Howrah Project of T.T. Ltd, located in the West Bengal Hosiery Park, is making significant strides towards completing construction work and will soon begin warehousing and production of innerwear, undergarments, garments and fabric. A Vaastu Puja and Havan were held at the new factory’s ground floor in the presence of Sanjay Kumar Jain, Managing […]