ROICA™, the premium stretch fiber brand by Asahi Kasei, is set to make its debut at Performance Days in Munich this October, marking a new chapter in the brand’s journey of functional innovation and sustainability for the evolving sports and activewear industry. As the apparel sector advances
Athloun, the super-premium performance lifestyle apparel brand, announced the appointment of India’s leading sports commentator Charu Sharma as Strategic Advisor & Mentor – Sports Culture & Collaborations. The collaboration reinforces Athloun’s vision to create a mindful sportswear culture rooted in sustainability, performance, and purposeful living. Crafted from
With a new strategic partner, the opening of its showroom in Sweden, and the successful commissioning of a Dye-Max spray dyeing system at H&M supplier Chorka Textile in Bangladesh, Sweden-based imogo is set to make a strong impression at next week’s ITMA Asia + CITME in Singapore (October 28–31). The Dye-Max system uses a series […]
Rieter Holding Ltd., reported a solid order intake of CHF 559.3 million in the first nine months of 2025, including CHF 203.9 million in the third quarter, while sales declined to CHF 457.7 million (Q3: CHF 121.5 million) due to ongoing trade policy uncertainty and postponed customer investments. The company’s order backlog stood at approximately […]
Indian textile and apparel exports recorded mixed performance in the first half of 2025, according to an analysis by the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI). From April to September 2025, textile exports declined slightly by 1.85%, reaching US$ 9.97 billion, compared to US$ 10.16 billion in the same period last year. In contrast, apparel […]
At K 2025 in Düsseldorf, the Reifenhäuser Group unveiled its new company-wide machine user interface, earning the prestigious German Design Award for its innovative and user-centric design. The interface features a unified design language across blown film, flat film and nonwoven lines, emphasizing simplicity and intuitive operation, an increasingly vital factor amid the
Lenzing has once again been awarded Platinum status in EcoVadis’ sustainability rating, marking the fifth consecutive year the company has achieved this recognition. This places Lenzing among the top one per cent of companies globally assessed by EcoVadis, reaffirming its position as a benchmark for sustainability performance. “Five consecutive platinum ratings are more
Global sportswear giant PUMA and the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team have launched their latest collaboration, Engineered for the Everyday, a collection that merges track-inspired performance with everyday style and comfort. Designed for those who move with purpose, the range reflects the shared DNA of sport, innovation and luxury craftsmanship, featuring sleek cuts,
Walmart has announced a partnership with OpenAI to bring AI-first shopping experiences to customers and Sam’s Club members, enabling purchases directly through ChatGPT with Instant Checkout. The collaboration aims to transform retail from reactive to proactive, allowing AI to anticipate customer needs and simplify everyday shopping. “Traditional eCommerce experiences
Galeries Lafayette, one of the world’s most iconic department stores, is set to open its first Indian flagship store early next month at the historic Turner Morrison and Voltas House buildings in Mumbai’s Kala Ghoda district. The launch marks a defining moment in India’s luxury retail evolution, melding the French brand’s 130-year heritage with the […]





















