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Fashion Sector Falls Short On Decarbonisation Despite Lofty Climate Goals: CCRM 2025 Report

Textile Insights July 9, 2025

Despite stronger climate pledges, global fashion giants like Adidas, H&M Group, Inditex, Lululemon, and Shein are falling behind on meaningful decarbonisation, according to the 2025 Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor (CCRM) released by NewClimate Institute and Carbon Market Watch. The

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Cambodia’s Garment Sector Faces Uncertainty Amid US Tariff Impact

Textile Insights July 9, 2025

A recent survey conducted by Better Factories Cambodia (BFC), in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and International Finance Corporation (IFC), reveals significant concerns for Cambodia’s garment, footwear, and travel goods sector, following the announcement of reciprocal tariffs by US President Donald Trump on April 2. According to the survey,

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KCG Textiles Launches New Spinning Factory In Egypt’s 10th Of Ramadan City

Textile Insights July 8, 2025

Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan El-Khatib attended the launch of KCG Textiles’ new spinning factory in 10th of Ramadan City, reaffirming foreign investor confidence in Egypt’s industrial sector. El-Khatib highlighted that the Turkish company’s expansion aligns with Egypt’s strategy to boost exports and strengthen its position as a regional

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ACIMIT Urges Focus On ‘Made In Italy’ As Exports And Production Decline

Textile Insights July 8, 2025

At ACIMIT’s General Assembly held on 4 July at the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, President Marco Salvadè stressed that enhancing the value of Made in Italy must be at the heart of the Italian textile machinery industry’s strategy in the years ahead. Presenting the 2024 figures, Salvadè reported an 8% drop in production (€2.1 billion) […]

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98,619 Mumbai Mill Workers Eligible For MHADA Homes: Dy CM Shinde

Textile Insights July 8, 2025

Deputy Chief Minister and Urban Development and Housing Minister Eknath Shinde has announced that a total of 98,619 textile mill workers in Mumbai have been deemed eligible for housing under a special campaign jointly conducted by the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) and the state labour department. In a written reply to a […]

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RMG, Textile Leaders Seek Gas Policy Reforms To Boost Production And Exports

Textile Insights July 5, 2025

Leaders of Bangladesh’s top ready-made garment (RMG) and textile associations have urged the government to reform gas supply policies to enhance industrial efficiency and boost export performance. In a joint letter to Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan, Adviser to the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, they requested exemption from the requirement to seek reapproval

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Indonesia Tightens Textile Import Oversight, Eases Business Licensing

Textile Insights July 5, 2025

The Trade Ministry is pushing ahead with selective import relaxation while maintaining tight controls over textile and apparel imports to protect domestic industries. Trade Minister Budi Santoso announced that imports of ready-made garments now require Import Approvals (PI), technical clearances, and surveyor reports. “All textile, textile products, and garments remain

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Bawankule Orders Swift Action On Koradi Women’s Projects, Warns Of Delays

Textile Insights July 4, 2025

Maharashtra Revenue Minister and Nagpur Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule has issued strict directives to accelerate the implementation of ongoing women empowerment projects under the Maharashtra Mahila Arthik Vikas Mahamandal (MAVIM) in Koradi. Expressing strong dissatisfaction over delays and irregularities, Bawankule warned that any laxity would result in

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Maharashtra Clears Rs 1.35 Lakh Cr Projects To Boost Industry, Jobs

Textile Insights July 4, 2025

In a significant push to accelerate industrial development and job creation, the Maharashtra government has approved 17 major projects worth Rs 1.35 lakh crore under its thrust sector and high-tech industry initiatives. The approvals were granted during the 12th meeting of the Cabinet Sub-Committee on Industries, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, held at

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Nigeria Deploys Technical Experts To Eastern Caribbean States

Textile Insights July 4, 2025

Nigeria has begun deploying technical experts to the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), fulfilling President Bola Tinubu’s promise to strengthen Africa–Caribbean cooperation. During a state visit to Saint Lucia on June 30, Tinubu announced the move as part of Nigeria’s Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) programme, aimed at boosting collaboration in health, education,