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Primark Appoints Keiron Birch As Director Of Womenswear Design

Textile Insights June 22, 2026

Primark has announced the appointment of Keiron Birch as Director of Womenswear Design, strengthening its focus on elevating trend-led womenswear while maintaining its value-driven positioning. Birch brings over 20 years of experience in the global fashion industry, having worked with leading

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Evonik Plans To Cut 3,200 Jobs And Exit Polyester Business

Textile Insights June 22, 2026

German chemical major Evonik Industries has announced plans to cut 3,200 jobs, representing around 10 per cent of its global workforce, by 2029 as the European chemical industry faces mounting cost pressures and weak demand. Headquartered in Essen, the company said the restructuring is part of its ongoing transformation strategy aimed at improving competitiveness amid […]

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Spinnova Partners With NZ TEX Group To Scale Spinnova Fibre For Denim

Textile Insights June 22, 2026

Spinnova’s long-term woven fabric manufacturing partner, NZ TEX Group, has joined the Spinnova ecosystem to support the scaling of Spinnova fibre, marking a key step toward commercialisation in denim and woven textiles. Based in Bangladesh, NZ TEX Group is a vertically integrated textile manufacturer established in 1982, specialising in denim and woven fabrics for leading

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Sportking India Commences Solar Power Operations In Punjab

Textile Insights June 22, 2026

Sportking India Ltd., has commenced commercial operations of its solar power project in Punjab with effect from June 18, 2026, marking a key step in its shift toward cleaner and more cost-efficient energy use. The company expects the project to deliver significant operational benefits, including an estimated 12–13 per cent annual reduction in power costs. […]

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Eastman Exports Appoints Gayathiri Om To Board Of Directors

Textile Insights June 19, 2026

Eastman Exports has announced the appointment of Gayathiri Om Saravanan as Director to its Board, reinforcing its focus on strengthening leadership and enhancing corporate governance. The company said the appointment aligns with its long-term strategy of building a strong foundation for sustainable growth and creating value for all stakeholders. Her inclusion on the Board

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Intertek Agrees To Recommended Cash Acquisition By EQT Group

Textile Insights June 19, 2026

Intertek has announced that it has reached an agreement on the terms of a recommended cash acquisition by EQT Group, a leading global investment organisation with over three decades of experience in developing companies across multiple sectors. The company stated that the partnership with EQT comes at a time of growing demand for risk-based quality […]

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WTT Installs MBR-ETP In Record Time

Textile Insights June 19, 2026

WTT International has announced the successful completion, commissioning and inauguration of a state-of-the-art Membrane Bioreactor (MBR)-based Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) for Maharaja Shree Umaid Mills, completed in record time. The project was formally inaugurated with a traditional Pooja ceremony, marking the official commencement of operations. The facility has been

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Neeman’s Appoints Ex-Adidas Executive Anjali Sachdeva As Director Of Buying & Merchandising

Textile Insights June 18, 2026

Footwear brand Neeman’s has appointed Anjali Sachdeva as Director of Buying & Merchandising, as the company strengthens its leadership team to support its next phase of growth across retail and digital channels. Based in Bengaluru, Sachdeva will oversee buying and merchandising operations across retail, e-commerce and B2B segments. Her responsibilities will include

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Grasim Industries Appoints Sangeeta Tanwani As CEO (Designate) Of Textiles Business

Textile Insights June 18, 2026

Grasim Industries Ltd., part of the Aditya Birla Group, has announced the appointment of Sangeeta Tanwani as Chief Executive Officer (Designate) of its Textiles Business, effective August 1, 2026, as part of a planned leadership transition within the division. She will take over as full-time CEO from November 1, 2026, succeeding Mr. Kapil Agrawal, who […]

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KARL MAYER Signs Agreement To Transfer Selected STOLL Assets To CIXING Group

Textile Insights June 17, 2026

KARL MAYER has signed an agreement to transfer selected assets from its former STOLL flat knitting business to Ningbo Cixing Co., Ltd., (CIXING Group), marking a significant step in the company’s strategic realignment. Earlier this year, KARL MAYER announced its decision to concentrate on its core business segments Warp Knitting, Warp Preparation and Technical