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Jaypore Unveils ‘Letters To The Sea’ – A Coastal Collection Celebrating India’s Shores

Textile Insights September 22, 2025

Jaypore, the artisanal lifestyle brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., has launched Letters to the Sea, a collection inspired by the beauty, craft and rhythms of India’s coastline. Spanning apparel, jewellery and home décor, the collection draws inspiration from monsoon-washed skies,

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Itema Lays First Stone Of New Manufacturing Site In Ponte Nossa

Textile Insights September 22, 2025

Itema Group has officially laid the First Stone for its new manufacturing site in Ponte Nossa, marking the beginning of a major redevelopment of the historic Seriana Valley industrial area. The site, once home to Cotonificio Cantoni and unused since 2004, will now be transformed into a world-class production hub for weaving machinery and solutions. […]

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Lenzing Names Mathias Breuer New CFO

Textile Insights September 22, 2025

The Supervisory Board of Lenzing AG has extended the mandate of Chief Pulp & Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Christian Skilich by three years until May 31, 2029. Skilich, who joined the Management Board in June 2020, oversees key areas including pulp commercial and operations, co-products & wood, global HSE, purchasing and innovation. “The pulp business […]

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OCA Appoints Sucharu Mahajan Uppal As Country Manager, India

Textile Insights September 22, 2025

The Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA) has appointed Sucharu Mahajan Uppal as its new Country Manager for India. With nearly three decades of experience in the global textile and apparel sector, Uppal will lead OCA’s efforts to scale impact across India’s organic cotton ecosystem. Bart Vollaard, Executive Director of OCA, welcomed her appointment, saying, “Sucharu brings

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Ashwin Chandran Takes Charge As CITI Chairman

Textile Insights September 22, 2025

Ashwin Chandran, Chairman & Managing Director of Precot Limited, has assumed charge as Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI), following the 67th Annual General Meeting in New Delhi. Dinesh Nolkha, Chairman & Managing Director of Nitin Spinners Ltd., has been appointed Deputy Chairman, while Shreyaskar Chaudhary, Managing Director of

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LMW: Shaping The Future Of Spinning Through Enduring Partnerships

Textile Insights September 19, 2025

LMW is delighted to extend heartfelt congratulations to Durai Palanisamy, Executive Director – Pallava Group, Erode, on being elected as the new Chairman of the Southern India Mills’ Association (SIMA). SIMA, a premier association representing the Indian textile industry, plays a pivotal role in shaping the growth and competitiveness of the sector. Durai Palanisamy’s

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Toray Industries And MAS Holdings Announce Joint Venture In Odisha, India

Textile Insights September 18, 2025

Toray Industries (H.K.) Ltd., has officially entered into a joint venture with South Asia’s largest apparel manufacturer MAS Holdings, creating a unique opportunity to strengthen their supply chain capabilities and expand product manufacturing for the fast-growing Indian market. The new entity, Toray MAS Apparel India, will establish a state-of-the-art manufacturing

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Reliance Retail Appoints Kaveri Nag As Head Of Marketing For Indian Designer Wear

Textile Insights September 18, 2025

Mumbai: Reliance Retail’s Fashion & Lifestyle division has appointed seasoned marketer Kaveri Nag as Head of Marketing for its Indian Designer Wear portfolio. Nag moves from United Colors of Benetton India, where she led marketing and public relations for the past three years. With over 16 years of experience spanning lifestyle retail, luxury automobiles, and […]

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Rieter Finalises Capital Plan Ahead Of Barmag Acquisition

Textile Insights September 18, 2025

Rieter Holding Ltd., has laid out the final details of its capital measures as shareholders gather for the company’s Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM). The moves are aimed at raising funds for the acquisition of OC Oerlikon’s Barmag division, a deal expected to close by the end of 2025, subject to regulatory approval. The Swiss textile […]

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Levi’s Names Alia Bhatt Global Brand Ambassador

Textile Insights September 16, 2025

Denim giant Levi’s has appointed actor Alia Bhatt as its new global brand ambassador, marking a high-profile partnership aimed at reshaping the brand’s positioning in women’s fashion. The collaboration comes at a time when the category is witnessing a shift towards relaxed fits, wide legs and looser silhouettes, which are moving from seasonal trends to […]