Machinery

Barmag Launches FiberGuard BCF Tension Sensor

Textile Insights February 5, 2026

Barmag has introduced FiberGuard BCF, a new system designed for real-time monitoring and control of yarn tension across Neumag bulked continuous filament (BCF) production processes. The solution was showcased at ITMA Asia + CITME in Singapore last November. The FiberGuard BCF system combines

Financial Results

GHCL Posts QoQ Revenue Growth, Profit Marginally Lower

Textile Insights February 5, 2026

GHCL Ltd., one of India’s leading chemical manufacturers, reported a stable operational performance for the third quarter of FY26, with revenue showing sequential growth even as profitability remained under pressure due to challenging market conditions in the soda ash segment. On a quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) basis, net revenue increased 4.6% to Rs 773 crore, compared with

Financial Results

Mafatlal Revenue Rises 27% In 9MFY26

Textile Insights February 5, 2026

Mafatlal Industries Ltd., one of India’s longstanding textile manufacturers, announced its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, reporting steady growth across key financial metrics and maintaining a robust order pipeline. For 9MFY26, the company reported revenue from operations of Rs 2,987.2 crore, reflecting a 26.7% year-on-year

Financial Results

Arvind Delivers Solid Q3 Performance

Textile Insights February 5, 2026

Arvind Ltd., one of India’s leading textile and apparel companies, reported resilient performance for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025, driven by volume growth, improved execution and a strong showing in its Advanced Materials Division (AMD), even as global trade volatility and tariff pressures continued. The company posted consolidated revenue of Rs 2,373 crore,

Corporates

Fiberweb Bags Rs 8 Crore US Export Orders After Tariff Cut

Textile Insights February 5, 2026

Fiberweb (India) Ltd., a pioneer in the nonwoven fabric industry and a 100% Export Oriented Unit (EOU), has reported a sharp rise in export orders following the recent announcement of a trade deal between India and the United States. According to the company, the development comes in the wake of a reduction in US reciprocal […]

Economy

India–US Trade Deal: Major Win For Indian Textiles

Textile Insights February 3, 2026

The conclusion of a landmark US$ 500 billion trade agreement between India and the United States marks a decisive turning point in bilateral economic relations and offers a significant boost to India’s textile and apparel sector. Announced by US President Donald Trump and acknowledged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the agreement reduces US tariffs on […]

Corporates

Lenzing Takes Majority Stake In TreeToTextile

Textile Insights February 2, 2026

Lenzing Group has acquired a controlling majority stake in Swedish innovation company TreeToTextile AB, marking a strategic milestone in the development and industrialisation of next-generation, sustainable cellulosic fibres. The transaction was executed through the issuance of new shares. With this step, Lenzing strengthens its position as a leading global provider of

Corporates

Rieter Completes Acquisition Of Barmag

Textile Insights February 2, 2026

Rieter has successfully completed the acquisition of Barmag, effective February 2, 2026, marking a strategically significant milestone for the group. With this acquisition, Rieter becomes the world’s leading system provider for both natural and synthetic fibres. Barmag will be fully consolidated into the Rieter Group from February 2, 2026, and will operate as the group’s

Economy

Union Budget 2026–27: A Blueprint For India’s Textile Future

Textile Insights February 2, 2026

Industry leaders back the government’s integrated push across manufacturing, MSMEs, exports and sustainability. India’s textile and apparel industry has responded positively to the Union Budget 2026–27, welcoming the government’s structurally focused approach aimed at strengthening fibre security, modernising manufacturing clusters, enhancing skills, promoting

Economy

Union Budget 2026–27: Integrated Textile Push, Export Incentives And MSME Support Take Centrestage

Textile Insights February 1, 2026

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget 2026–27, outlined an expansive reform and investment roadmap for India’s labour-intensive textile and apparel sector, positioning it as a key pillar for employment generation, export growth and sustainable manufacturing. The budget proposes an Integrated Programme for the textile sector comprising