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Century Enka Signs PPA For 9.9 MW Hybrid Power Project

Textile Insights June 23, 2026

Century Enka Ltd. has entered into a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with ABREL Century Energy Ltd. (ABRELCEL), a special purpose vehicle (SPV), for the development of a 9.9 MW wind-solar hybrid power project aimed at meeting its captive power requirements. Under the agreement, the renewable

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Reju Joins Recycling Europe Textiles To Strengthen Circular Economy Push

Textile Insights June 22, 2026

Recycling Europe has welcomed Reju as a new partner in its textiles branch, reinforcing efforts to accelerate textile circularity and strengthen markets for recycled materials across Europe. Reju is a textile-to-textile regeneration company focused on converting post-consumer PET waste and polyester textiles into new materials. The company brings together engineers,

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Eastern Silk Industries Receives Multiple ISO Certifications

Textile Insights June 22, 2026

Eastern Silk Industries Ltd has been awarded multiple ISO certifications, strengthening its commitment to quality management, occupational safety and environmental responsibility. The company has received ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System), ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System) and ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System)

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Primark Appoints Keiron Birch As Director Of Womenswear Design

Textile Insights June 22, 2026

Primark has announced the appointment of Keiron Birch as Director of Womenswear Design, strengthening its focus on elevating trend-led womenswear while maintaining its value-driven positioning. Birch brings over 20 years of experience in the global fashion industry, having worked with leading brands, including Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger and Abercrombie & Fitch. In

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Evonik Plans To Cut 3,200 Jobs And Exit Polyester Business

Textile Insights June 22, 2026

German chemical major Evonik Industries has announced plans to cut 3,200 jobs, representing around 10 per cent of its global workforce, by 2029 as the European chemical industry faces mounting cost pressures and weak demand. Headquartered in Essen, the company said the restructuring is part of its ongoing transformation strategy aimed at improving competitiveness amid […]

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Spinnova Partners With NZ TEX Group To Scale Spinnova Fibre For Denim

Textile Insights June 22, 2026

Spinnova’s long-term woven fabric manufacturing partner, NZ TEX Group, has joined the Spinnova ecosystem to support the scaling of Spinnova fibre, marking a key step toward commercialisation in denim and woven textiles. Based in Bangladesh, NZ TEX Group is a vertically integrated textile manufacturer established in 1982, specialising in denim and woven fabrics for leading

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Sportking India Commences Solar Power Operations In Punjab

Textile Insights June 22, 2026

Sportking India Ltd., has commenced commercial operations of its solar power project in Punjab with effect from June 18, 2026, marking a key step in its shift toward cleaner and more cost-efficient energy use. The company expects the project to deliver significant operational benefits, including an estimated 12–13 per cent annual reduction in power costs. […]

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Eastman Exports Appoints Gayathiri Om To Board Of Directors

Textile Insights June 19, 2026

Eastman Exports has announced the appointment of Gayathiri Om Saravanan as Director to its Board, reinforcing its focus on strengthening leadership and enhancing corporate governance. The company said the appointment aligns with its long-term strategy of building a strong foundation for sustainable growth and creating value for all stakeholders. Her inclusion on the Board

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Intertek Agrees To Recommended Cash Acquisition By EQT Group

Textile Insights June 19, 2026

Intertek has announced that it has reached an agreement on the terms of a recommended cash acquisition by EQT Group, a leading global investment organisation with over three decades of experience in developing companies across multiple sectors. The company stated that the partnership with EQT comes at a time of growing demand for risk-based quality […]

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WTT Installs MBR-ETP In Record Time

Textile Insights June 19, 2026

WTT International has announced the successful completion, commissioning and inauguration of a state-of-the-art Membrane Bioreactor (MBR)-based Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) for Maharaja Shree Umaid Mills, completed in record time. The project was formally inaugurated with a traditional Pooja ceremony, marking the official commencement of operations. The facility has been