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Bezos Earth Fund Commits US$ 34 Million To Next-Gen Sustainable Fashion Materials

Textile Insights May 4, 2026

Bezos Earth Fund has announced US$ 34 million in new grants to accelerate the development of next-generation sustainable materials for the fashion and textile industry. The funding will support research across leading institutions, including Columbia University, University of California,

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FYUL Partners TrusTrace To Boost Supply Chain Transparency

Textile Insights May 4, 2026

TrusTrace has entered a strategic partnership with FYUL to enhance supply chain traceability and compliance across FYUL’s global manufacturing network. FYUL, which powers on-demand merchandise for major brands such as MTV, NBC, Comedy Central, Coca-Cola and Dunkin’ Donuts, will leverage TrusTrace’s platform to centralize compliance documentation, map supplier

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Usalco Opens New Water Treatment Plant In Rancho Cucamonga

Textile Insights May 4, 2026

Usalco has inaugurated a new production facility in Rancho Cucamonga, marking its 27th manufacturing plant in the U.S. and strengthening its footprint in the Western region. The facility aims to address growing demand for water treatment chemicals in Southern California, a region facing supply gaps amid rising population and infrastructure pressures. It will produce

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Picanol Strengthens Indonesia Presence With New Bandung Office

Textile Insights May 4, 2026

Picanol has relocated its Indonesia operations to a new office in Bandung, marking a significant step in its ongoing commitment to supporting the country’s textile industry. The move comes after more than 23 years of continuous presence in Indonesia, during which Picanol has established itself as a trusted partner for weaving mills through high-quality service, […]

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S&S Activewear Becomes Exclusive Distributor For Legends

Textile Insights May 4, 2026

S&S Activewear has announced an exclusive distribution partnership with Legends for select apparel products across team and corporate channels, effective June 2026. The collaboration expands S&S Activewear’s premium athleisure portfolio, offering customers access to nine of Legends’ best-selling styles across performance and lifestyle categories, including

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Garment Mantra Lifestyle Secures Rs 8.28 Crore Export Order From UAE

Textile Insights May 4, 2026

Garment Mantra Lifestyle Ltd has secured an export order worth approximately ₹8.28 crore from AL Rahmat Textiles LLC for dyed and printed fabrics as well as made-ups dress material. The order will be executed by October 25, 2026. The order has been awarded to the company’s wholly-owned subsidiary and marks a strong start to the […]

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Nizar Ali Moves To Benninger India As VP (Sales & Marketing)

Textile Insights May 2, 2026

After an extensive career spanning nearly 32 years at Voltas Limited, Nizar Ali has announced his decision to move on, marking the end of a long and impactful association with the company. Ali, who most recently served as Business Head – Post Spinning in the Textile Machinery Division at Universal MEP Projects & Engineering Services […]

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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, including menthol and linalool at Ludwigshafen. Commercial production across all

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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 […]