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PUMA Appoints Indrajeet Sen As SVP Of Sourcing

Textile Insights September 2, 2024

PUMA has named Indrajeet Sen as Senior Vice President of PUMA Group Sourcing, assuming the operational responsibilities of the Chief Sourcing Officer role. Indrajeet (Indy) Sen will oversee global sourcing and development for footwear, apparel and accessories, focusing on operations and

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Oerlikon Celebrates 20 Years Of e-save Sustainability

Textile Insights September 2, 2024

Oerlikon marks two decades of its e-save sustainability programme, achieving over 15 million tonnes of CO2 savings. Launched in 2004, e-save focuses on energy efficiency, environmental impact and ergonomics. Innovations like WINGS POY and WINGS FDY have significantly reduced energy consumption and set industry benchmarks. Oerlikon’s technology, used in half of the

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Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Appoints Andrew Clarke To Board Of Directors

Textile Insights August 29, 2024

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. has announced the appointment of Andrew Clarke to its Board of Directors, effective August 21, 2024. Clarke, currently the Global President of Mars Snacking, brings over 30 years of experience in consumer-focused industries, including 24 years at Mars, Incorporated. “We are thrilled to welcome Andrew to the Board,” said Nigel Travis, […]

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Allen Jacoby Appointed EVP And President Of Milliken’s Textile Business

Textile Insights August 28, 2024

Milliken & Company, a diversified global manufacturer, is pleased to announce the appointment of Allen Jacoby as Executive Vice President and President of its textile business. Jacoby will assume full operational responsibility for the company’s textile product portfolio. He succeeds David Smith, who is retiring after a remarkable 45-year career at Milliken,

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PDS Ltd Raises Rs 421 Crore Through QIP

Textile Insights August 28, 2024

PDS Limited announces the successful completion of its Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP), raising Rs 421 crore (~US$ 51 million). The QIP attracted strong interest from institutional investors, with the subscription exceeding twice the issue size. The overwhelming response and commitment from institutional investors highlight the confidence in PDS’s strategic

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Grasim Appoints Vadiraj Kulkarni As Cellulosic Fibres Head

Textile Insights August 28, 2024

Grasim Industries Limited has named Vadiraj Kulkarni as the Business Head (Designate) for its Cellulosic Fibres division, effective October 1, 2024. Harikrishna Agarwal will remain the Managing Director of Grasim Industries and Business Director for Cellulosic Fibres, ensuring a smooth leadership transition over the coming months, with Kulkarni gradually assuming his new

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IDF Technology Drives Textile Waste Upcycling In India

Textile Insights August 27, 2024

Trützschler and Gimatex: A Partnership for Innovation Since their collaboration began in 2006, Trützschler and Gimatex have successfully worked together on numerous projects. Gimatex Industries Pvt. Ltd., a family-owned company with over 125 years of history, has adopted Trützschler’s Integrated Draw Frame (IDF) technology to transform textile waste into valuable ring

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Khandoker Rafiqul Islam Appointed New President Of BGMEA

Textile Insights August 25, 2024

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has appointed Khandoker Rafiqul Islam as its new President following the resignation of S. M. Mannan (Kochi). Mannan stepped down due to his need for long-term medical treatment. An emergency meeting was held on August 24 at the Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel in Dhaka, where the […]

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Oerlikon Neumag Takes Over Truetzschler BCF/IDY Service

Textile Insights August 25, 2024

Oerlikon Neumag, part of the Swiss Oerlikon Group’s Polymer Processing Solutions Division, will now handle customer services and spare parts for Truetzschler’s carpet yarn (BCF) and industrial yarn (IDY) systems. This transition follows a recent agreement with Truetzschler Group, which is shifting focus to spinning, card clothing and nonwovens. Oerlikon Neumag,

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Inflection Point Ventures Achieves 33% IRR With Full Exit From Fashor

Textile Insights August 25, 2024

Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), a leading angel platform with over Rs 720 crore invested in 200+ startups, has exited its investment in Fashor, securing a 33% IRR and 3.75X MoM return within 54 months. This success highlights IPV’s strategic prowess in nurturing startups and timing exits. Mitesh Shah, Co-Founder of IPV, stated, “Our data-driven exit […]