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BASF Commissions Aroma Plants In Germany, China

Textile Insights April 30, 2026

BASF has announced the commissioning of three new world-scale production facilities for menthol and linalool in Ludwigshafen and citral in Zhanjiang, strengthening its global aroma ingredients footprint. The citral plant in Zhanjiang will cater to both local demand and downstream production,

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Epic Group Launches India’s First Net-Zero Garment Campus

Textile Insights April 29, 2026

Epic Group has inaugurated its state-of-the-art Trimetro Manufacturing Campus in Khordha, Odisha, marking a landmark investment of US$ 100 million and setting a new benchmark for sustainable industrial development in India. The facility was formally inaugurated by Sampad Chandra Swain, Honourable Industries Minister, along with key dignitaries from the ministry and Ranjan

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BluWin Announces Departure Of Dr Siva Pariti After 14 Years Of Service

Textile Insights April 29, 2026

BluWin has announced that Dr Siva Pariti, Chief Impact Officer, will be stepping down from his role effective April 30, 2026, following more than 14 years of dedicated service to the organisation. Dr Siva has played a pivotal role in shaping BluWin’s growth and success, leading key initiatives that strengthened the company’s position in the […]

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SCZONE Signs US$ 8.8 Million Denim Rise Garment Project In Qantara West

Textile Insights April 29, 2026

The Suez Canal Economic Zone has signed an agreement with Turkish firm Denim Rise to establish a ready-made garments manufacturing unit in the Qantara West Industrial Zone, marking another step in strengthening textile investments in the region. The project, with an investment of US$ 8.8 million, will be developed over 26,000 square metres and is […]

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Dystar Expands Central Asia Footprint With New Dealership In Uzbekistan

Textile Insights April 28, 2026

DyStar has announced a new dealership agreement in Uzbekistan, marking a strategic move to strengthen its presence in Central Asia and accelerate regional growth. The partnership brings together DyStar’s technical expertise in specialty chemicals and dyes with the established logistics and market reach of Elegant Garment Textile. This collaboration is expected to create a

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Kraig Biocraft Begins Processing Record 1.8 MT Spider Silk

Textile Insights April 27, 2026

Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, Inc., a global leader in spider silk technology, has commenced processing nearly 1.8 metric tonnes of recombinant spider silk cocoons into finished reeled silk. Earlier this month, the company reported a record production of over 1.3 metric tonnes of cocoons in March. It has now confirmed an additional half tonne of production […]

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Aero Fulfillment Appoints Dan Harmon As VP Operations

Textile Insights April 27, 2026

Aero Fulfillment Services has appointed Dan Harmon as Vice President of Operations, strengthening its leadership team as it accelerates its omni-channel growth strategy. Harmon brings over three decades of experience in managing large-scale, multi-site supply chain operations. In his new role, he will lead the rollout of Aero’s Omni-Channel Excellence Initiative, aimed at

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PUMA Appoints Laurent Fricker To Lead Sportstyle Business Unit

Textile Insights April 27, 2026

PUMA has appointed Laurent Fricker as Vice President of its Sportstyle Business Unit, effective June 1. He will report to Maria Valdes. Fricker brings over two decades of experience in product marketing and sales, having held senior roles at adidas and Reebok. Most recently, he served as Vice President Originals, Basketball and Part nerships Europe […]

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PUMA Appoints Bertrand Blanc As VP Global Wholesale

Textile Insights April 27, 2026

PUMA has appointed Bertrand Blanc as Vice President Global Wholesale, a newly created role effective May 1. He will report to Matthias Baeumer. In this role, Blanc will lead the development and execution of PUMA’s global wholesale strategy, with a focus on driving revenue growth and strengthening the brand’s presence across key wholesale accounts worldwide. […]

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Lululemon Appoints Heidi O’Neill As CEO

Textile Insights April 27, 2026

Lululemon Athletica has named Heidi O’Neill as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective September 8, 2026. She will also join the company’s board and be based in Vancouver. A seasoned industry leader, O’Neill brings over three decades of experience in brand strategy, product innovation and global operations. She spent a significant part of her career […]