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Ankur Textiles Appoints Viral Joshi As COO To Drive Next Phase Of Growth

Textile Insights April 13, 2026

Ankur Textiles, a division of Arvind Limited, has appointed Viral Joshi as its Chief Operating Officer (COO), strengthening its leadership team as it prepares for the next phase of expansion. Joshi brings over 27 years of industry experience, with a strong track record in managing complex

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ASSOCHAM Appoints Updeep Singh As Textile Council Chairman

Textile Insights April 13, 2026

The ASSOCHAM has appointed Updeep Singh as Chairman of its National Council on Textiles and Technical Textiles, marking a strategic move to strengthen industry leadership and accelerate sectoral growth. Welcoming the appointment, ASSOCHAM said Singh’s deep industry expertise and strategic perspective will play a key role in advancing India’s textile ecosystem, with a

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Syre Moves Towards Full-Scale Industrialisation With Global Partnerships

Textile Insights April 13, 2026

Dennis Nobelius has outlined the next phase of growth for Syre, signalling a decisive shift towards full-scale industrialisation as the company advances its textile-to-textile recycling ambitions. Building on earlier collaborations with brands such as Nike and H&M Group, along with launch partners including Gap, Houdini and Target, the company is nearing the required

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UNIFI Honours Global Leaders In Circular Innovation

Textile Insights April 13, 2026

Unifi Inc., maker of Repreve, has announced the winners of its ninth annual Repreve Champions of Sustainability Awards, recognising brands and mills advancing circularity in the global textile industry. Together with partners, Unifi has helped recycle over 46 billion plastic bottles and convert the equivalent of one billion T-shirts’ worth of textile and yarn waste […]

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S.P. Apparels Invests Rs 6 Crore In Sri Lankan Subsidiary To Boost Manufacturing

Textile Insights April 13, 2026

S.P. Apparels Ltd has infused Rs 6.01 crore (approx. US$ 6,50,000) as equity into its wholly-owned subsidiary, S.P. Apparels International Pvt Ltd (SPAIPL), as part of its strategy to expand global manufacturing operations. SPAIPL, incorporated in October 2023, is engaged in garment manufacturing and reported a turnover of LKR1.87 million as of March 2025. The […]

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Garment Mantra Posts 60% Export Growth In FY26

Textile Insights April 13, 2026

Garment Mantra Lifestyle Ltd has reported robust financial performance for FY26, achieving consolidated export revenues of Rs 2132.72 crore. The company recorded an impressive year-on-year growth of approximately 60%, reflecting strong business momentum and sustained demand across key export markets. This growth has been driven by a healthy order book, expanded product

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Trident Named As Best Organisation For Women 2026

Textile Insights April 8, 2026

Trident Group has been recognised as the Best Organisation for Women 2026 by ET Edge, acknowledging the company’s continued focus on fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for women. The recognition highlights Trident’s sustained efforts toward women’s empowerment through a range of policies and initiatives aimed at enhancing both personal and professional growth.

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Lenzing Powers Up 14 MW Green Heat Facility

Textile Insights April 8, 2026

Lenzing Group has commissioned a 14-megawatt power-to-heat (P2H) facility at its industrial site, marking a significant step toward climate-neutral production and advanced energy management. The new installation converts renewable electricity directly into process heat and is fully integrated into the company’s existing heat network. Developed in partnership with VERBUND

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PDS Limited Secures Strategic Sourcing Mandate From Leading US Value Retailer

Textile Insights April 7, 2026

PDS Limited has announced a Sourcing as a Service (SaaS) contract with a leading US-based value retailer, marking a significant step in expanding its global sourcing footprint. Under the agreement, PDS will deliver end-to-end sourcing support, leveraging its global capabilities in vendor management, compliance and supply chain execution. The US retailer, known for its

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Durst Group Appoints Wolfgang Knotz As CTO To Drive Technology Transformation

Textile Insights April 6, 2026

Durst Group has appointed Wolfgang Knotz as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective April 1, 2026, reinforcing its strategic shift from a machinery manufacturer to a technology-driven solutions provider. The announcement comes as the company marks its 90th anniversary. Knotz brings extensive experience within the organisation, having held multiple leadership roles since