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Uster Technologies Opens New Innovation Centre In Coimbatore

Textile Insights September 23, 2024

Uster Technologies inaugurated its new Innovation Centre (IC) in Coimbatore, India, on August 28, 2024. Despite challenging market conditions, Uster remains committed to future investments, reflecting its belief in the power of innovation for long-term growth. The IC will play a pivotal role in

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Alok Industries Appoints Biji Chacko AS COO

Textile Insights September 19, 2024

On September 18, 2024, Alok Industries Limited’s Board of Directors, following the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, appointed Biji Chacko as Chief Operating Officer (COO) with immediate effective. Chacko, who joins as a Senior Management Personnel, brings 27 years of extensive experience in the textile industry. His background includes expertise

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Welspun USA Acquires Christy Home Inc. To Expand US Market

Textile Insights September 18, 2024

Welspun USA Inc., a subsidiary of Welspun Living Limited, has announced the acquisition of Christy Home Inc. (CHI), a newly established entity in the United States. Christy Home Inc. was incorporated on July 1, 2024, with a focus on trading home textile products under the Christy brand in the U.S. market. The acquisition includes 100% […]

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Indo Count Acquires Fluvitex USA To Expand Utility Bedding Footprint

Textile Insights September 17, 2024

Indo Count Industries Limited, a global leader in bed linen, today announced a strategic move to expand its Utility Bedding segment. Its U.S.-based subsidiary, Indo Count Global, Inc. (ICG), has acquired Fluvitex USA, Inc., a pillow and quilt manufacturing company in Columbus, Ohio. Fluvitex USA, part of the Spanish textile machinery firm Masias Invest, S.L., […]

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Fabindia Teams Up With MSME Ministry To Boost Artisans

Textile Insights September 16, 2024

Fabindia, a prominent lifestyle brand renowned for blending traditional Indian craftsmanship with contemporary design, has announced its strategic partnership with the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME Ministry) under the newly launched PM Vishwakarma scheme. This initiative, unveiled on September 17, 2023, aims to support India’s traditional artisans

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Home Joy Socks To Invest US$ 50M In BEPZA Economic Zone

Textile Insights September 16, 2024

Chinese company Home Joy Socks Bangladesh Co. Ltd. is set to invest $50 million to establish a socks and garments manufacturing facility in the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority Economic Zone (BEPZA EZ). BEPZA recently signed an agreement with the company at BEPZA Complex in Dhaka. The agreement was signed by BEPZA’s Member (Investment Promotion), […]

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KARL MAYER Hosts Chinese Delegation, Strengthens Partnership

Textile Insights September 16, 2024

KARL MAYER Group recently hosted a delegation from Shandong province, China, at its headquarters in Obertshausen, Germany. The visit was a key part of their tour through Germany. Jingjin Equipment Co., Ltd., a leading Chinese manufacturer of industrial filter solutions and a valued customer of KARL MAYER for nearly a decade, has made significant investments […]

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Reliance Retail Partners With Delta Galil For Apparel Innovation

Textile Insights September 16, 2024

Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL), India’s leading retailer, has entered into a strategic partnership with Delta Galil Industries Ltd., a global manufacturer and marketer of intimate, active wear, loungewear and denim apparel. The partnership, structured as a 50/50 joint venture, aims to transform the apparel landscape in India. This collaboration will create an

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ACG Kinna Acquires Styrteknik, Expands Automation Offer

Textile Insights September 16, 2024

ACG Kinna Automatic AB has acquired 100% of Styrteknik Europe AB, a Sweden-based company specializing in industrial sewing machines and automatic systems for sewing circles and cross seams in cushions, mattresses, pads and other filled products. Founded in 1974, Styrteknik has become a market leader in its segment. The consolidation, effective as of June 2024, […]

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Durst Group Appoints Chris Schowalter As Global Sales Director Software

Textile Insights September 15, 2024

Durst Group, a leading manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, has announced the appointment of Chris Schowalter as its new Global Sales Director Software. This move underscores Durst’s commitment to expanding its software solutions for the printing industry. With over 20 years of experience in the print sector, particularly in inkjet