Corporates

Indian Oil Corp. Approves Rs 4,382 Crore Yarn Project In Odisha

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), the state-owned company’s board approved an investment to establish a yarn project in Bhadrak, Odisha, in a 50:50 joint venture with MCPI Private Ltd. The project will involve the construction of a 900 TPD continuous polymerisation (CP) unit, along with downstream

Corporates

Vatsal Exports Achieves 245% Growth, Eyes Global Leadership

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

The global export landscape is shifting rapidly, and Vatsal Exports is at the forefront of this change. Under strong and visionary leadership, the company has achieved remarkable growth, even in the face of economic challenges. The Indian textile and apparel (T&A) sector has experienced its share of ups and downs, particularly with fluctuations in cotton […]

Industry

Dr Andrew Jordan Honoured In 2024 Cotton Hall Of Fame

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

Dr Andrew Jordan, a prominent figure in the cotton industry, has been named the 2024 Honouree for the Cotton Research and Promotion Hall of Fame. The eleventh annual recognition programme celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to the cotton sector. Dr Jordan was formally inducted during the joint Cotton Incorporated/Cotton Board Annual Meeting on

Economy

Better Cotton Extends Agreement With Israel Cotton Board

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

Better Cotton has extended its standard recognition agreement with its strategic partner in Israel, the Israel Cotton Production and Marketing Board (ICB), for another year. The ICB, a farmer-owned cooperative, represents cotton growers across the country. Since 2020, ICB’s Israel Cotton Production Standard System (ICPSS) has been recognised as equivalent to the Better

Event

Italian Textile Machinery Manufacturers Gear Up For Colombiatex 2025

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

A total of 23 Italian textile machinery manufacturers will participate in Colombiatex, the premier Colombian textile fair, taking place from January 28 to 30, 2025. This highlights the robust relationship between Colombian textile companies and Italy’s advanced textile technology sector. Despite a decline in demand for textile machinery in Colombia during the first

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Apparel Group Launches 24 New Retail Concepts At Doha Mall

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

Apparel Group, a global retail and fashion leader, has announced the launch of 24 new retail concepts at Doha Mall, a premier shopping destination in Qatar. These stores will feature renowned international brands, catering to the fashion-forward needs of Qatar’s diverse consumers. Strategically located in Abu Hamour at the intersection of Sixth Ring Road and […]

Sustainability

Lenzing Tops 2024 Canopy Ranking For Sustainability Leadership

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose fibres for the textile and nonwoven industries, secured first place in the prestigious 2024 Hot Button Ranking by the Canadian non-profit organization Canopy. Lenzing improved its score from 32 to 33 out of 40, earning a spot in the “Leading in CanopyStyle commitments” category, symbolized by […]

Event

Manufacturing’s Renaissance: Gearing Up For New Highs

Textile Insights December 18, 2024

India’s manufacturing sector stands at a critical inflection point, poised to redefine industrial excellence in a rapidly evolving global landscape. As the nation ambitiously targets a US$ 1 trillion manufacturing milestone by 2025-26, the sector confronts profound structural challenges that demand unprecedented strategic reimagination. The traditional paradigms of

Corporates

Birla Cellulose Achieves Top Rank In Canopy’s Hot Button Report 2024

Textile Insights December 18, 2024

Birla Cellulose has been recognized as the leading supplier of Man-Made Cellulosic Fibers (MMCF) with the highest rating of ‘Dark Green Shirt’ for the fifth consecutive year in Canopy’s Hot Button Report 2024. This prestigious ranking reflects Birla Cellulose’s commitment to sustainable wood sourcing, forest conservation, and transparency across its value

Product Launch & Innovation

Mimaki Europe To Showcase TRAPIS Sustainable Printing Solution At Heimtextil 2025

Textile Insights December 18, 2024

Mimaki Europe, a leading provider of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and 3D printers, announces its attendance at the global textile tradeshow, Heimtextil 2025 (Frankfurt, January 14th-17th). The show, the world’s largest trade fair for home and contract textiles, will be an ideal platform for Mimaki to demonstrate its latest sustainable innovation, TRAPIS,