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Ajay Sardana Named Chairman Of ICC Petrochemical Committee

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has appointed Ajay Sardana as the Chairman of its National Expert Committee on Petrochemical Initiatives, bringing over three decades of industry experience to the role. Sardana currently serves as President & Head – Strategy and Business Development,

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Rieter Announces New Group Structure Ahead Of Barmag Division Acquisition

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

Rieter has announced a significant organizational restructuring in preparation for its planned acquisition of OC Oerlikon’s Barmag Division, a move that will position the company as the world’s leading system provider for both natural and man-made fibers. The acquisition is expected to receive regulatory approvals and close in the fourth quarter of 2025. Effective January

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Åhléns Teams Up With TrusTrace To Boost Supply Chain Traceability

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

TrusTrace, a global leader in supply chain traceability and compliance, has announced a strategic partnership with Åhléns, one of Sweden’s most renowned retail brands, to elevate supply chain visibility, reinforce sustainability risk management and streamline regulatory compliance. The collaboration comes as Åhléns accelerates its sustainability agenda following a renewed

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Marks & Spencer Announces Board Change As Ronan Dunne Steps Down

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

Marks and Spencer Group plc (M&S) has announced that Ronan Dunne will step down from its Board effective 1 December. M&S Chairman Archie Norman praised Dunne’s contribution, noting his professionalism, energy and expertise in people and technology transformation. “Ronan has been a great colleague. He has always had a passion for early-stage businesses, and he […]

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John Furner To Succeed Doug McMillon As CEO of Walmart Inc. From February 2026

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

Walmart Inc. has announced that its Board of Directors has elected John Furner, 51, as the next President and Chief Executive Officer of Walmart Inc., effective February 1, 2026. Furner, who currently leads Walmart U.S., has also joined the company’s Board of Directors with immediate effect. He will succeed Doug McMillon, 59, who will retire […]

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Trident Group Unveils Rs 2,000-Crore Expansion Plan In Punjab’s Barnala And Mohali

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

Padmashri Rajinder Gupta, Chairman and promoter of Trident Group, has announced a major Rs 2,000-crore expansion strategy in Punjab, reinforcing the Group’s long-term commitment to industrial development, job creation and sustainable growth in the state. The announcement was made during a press briefing addressed by Punjab’s Industry and Commerce Minister, Sanjeev Arora.

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JETRO Delegation Visits Brandix India Apparel City

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

A delegation from the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) visited Brandix India Apparel City (BIAC), where they toured the 1,000-acre integrated apparel park. The team visited key facilities, including Brandix Apparel Manufacturing Unit 3, Teejay India, one of India’s largest fabric mills and the park’s advanced Water and Effluent Treatment Plants, which highlight

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Dr. Gurudas Aras Receives Honorary FTA Award At Coimbatore Conference

Textile Insights November 22, 2025

Dr. Gurudas Aras has been conferred the prestigious Honorary FTA (Fellow of Textile Association) national award at an international conference held today in Coimbatore. The recognition highlights his longstanding contributions to the textile industry and his leadership in advancing sectoral knowledge and innovation. Expressing his gratitude, Dr. Aras said he was delighted

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Indian Army Secures IPR For Newly Designed Digital-Print Coat Combat

Textile Insights November 22, 2025

The Indian Army has secured Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for its newly developed Coat Combat (Digital Print), marking a significant milestone in modernising soldier gear. The new three-layered combat garment, designed by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), New Delhi, under a consultancy project overseen by the Army Design Bureau, integrates advanced

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Inter IKEA Group Joins ZDHC As New Signatory Brand

Textile Insights November 22, 2025

The ZDHC Foundation has welcomed Inter IKEA Group as the newest Signatory Brand in its global Roadmap to Zero Programme, marking a significant step in the company’s ongoing efforts to advance safer and more sustainable chemical management across its value chain. Inter IKEA Group, the organization that connects IKEA franchisees with range development, suppliers and […]