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IndigoTex Raises Rs 5 Crore To Scale Waterless Wool Textile Technology

Textile Insights October 12, 2026

IIT Delhi-originated deeptech textile startup IndigoTex Pvt Ltd has raised Rs 5 crore in a funding round led by IAN Angel Fund, with participation from SIDBI, FITT and IIT Delhi Angels. Founded in 2024, the company is developing waterless wool finishing technology and wool-based fabrics,

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Bhilosa Industries Proposes Rs 7,500 Crore Investment In MP’s PM MITRA Park

Textile Insights October 12, 2026

Bhilosa Industries has proposed an investment of Rs 7,500 crore in Madhya Pradesh, with plans to generate around 3,750 direct jobs through a phased manufacturing expansion centred on the PM MITRA Park in Dhar. The proposal was presented by Sandeep Jain, Managing Director of Bhilosa Industries, during a meeting with Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr […]

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Santosh Katariya Re-Elected CMAI President For Second Term

Textile Insights October 7, 2026

Santosh Katariya has been re-elected as President of the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) for a second consecutive term, with the association’s core leadership team also retaining their respective positions. The continuity in leadership reflects the confidence of CMAI members in the association’s ongoing initiatives and industry engagement, while

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Active Clothing Appoints Shivanee Shanker Dutt As CEO – New Business Initiatives

Textile Insights October 6, 2026

Active Clothing Co. Ltd. has appointed Shivanee Shanker Dutt as Chief Executive Officer – New Business Initiatives, based at the company’s corporate office in Gurugram. In her new role, Dutt will work closely with the company’s leadership to drive new business initiatives, strategic partnerships, collaborations and new brand launches. She will also work with Kalika […]

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BTRA Signs MoU With EIE Instruments To Develop PVD Water Flow Testing Instrument

Textile Insights October 6, 2026

The Bombay Textile Research Association (BTRA), a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Geosynthetics, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ahmedabad-based EIE Instruments to strengthen research, indigenous technology development and industry collaboration in geosynthetics. The MoU was signed on October 1, 2026, and will focus on the joint development of a

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Parkdale Acquires Full Ownership Of CiCLO Technology

Textile Insights October 6, 2026

Parkdale Inc. has acquired full ownership of CiCLO technology through its subsidiary Parkdale Advanced Materials, Inc., expanding its advanced polymer and fibre portfolio and opening opportunities across new textile and industrial applications. The acquisition is expected to strengthen the development and commercialisation of CiCLO, a biodegradable textile technology

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Ricon Industries Starts Polyester Yarn Production From Sept. 30, 2026

Textile Insights October 6, 2026

Ricon Industries, a subsidiary of R&B Denims, has expanded its business into polyester yarn manufacturing with the commencement of commercial production on September 30, 2026, at its existing facility in Mangarol, Surat district. The company has invested around Rs 25 crore as an initial capital outlay towards machinery, skilled manpower and infrastructure modifications

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VDMA Textile Machinery Elects New Executive Board For 2026–2030

Textile Insights September 30, 2026

Dr Janpeter Horn, Managing Director of A. Herzog Maschinenfabrik, has been re-elected Chairman of VDMA Textile Machinery for the 2026–2030 term. The election took place at the general meeting of the VDMA Textile Machinery Association in Hanover at the end of September. Regina Brückner, managing partner of Brückner Trockentechnik and Verena Thies, managing partner of […]

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Circ, Primark Sign Long-Term Deal To Scale Textile-To-Textile Recycled Fibres

Textile Insights September 30, 2026

Circ, a textile-to-textile recycling technology company, has entered into a long-term partnership with international fashion retailer Primark to introduce recycled polyester made from textile waste into Primark clothing from 2029. The agreement is aimed at scaling the use of recycled fibres across Primark’s clothing range while reducing the retailer’s reliance on virgin

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Rieter Announces Leadership Change As Thomas Oetterli Steps Down As CEO

Textile Insights September 30, 2026

Rieter has announced a change in its leadership, with Thomas Oetterli stepping down as CEO effective October 31, 2026, and handing over the Chairmanship of the Board of Directors. Daniel Lippuner will take over as CEO from November 1, 2026. Oetterli said the decision follows the successful implementation of Rieter’s Next Level performance programme, structural […]