Century Enka Ltd. has entered into a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with ABREL Century Energy Ltd. (ABRELCEL), a special purpose vehicle (SPV), for the development of a 9.9 MW wind-solar hybrid power project aimed at meeting its captive power requirements. Under the agreement, the renewable
Emerging Innovators Find a Global Launchpad at ITMA 2027 ITMA 2027 is witnessing strong early momentum, with applications for its dedicated Start-Up Valley nearly doubling compared to the previous edition, underscoring growing global interest from textile and garment technology innovators. Aligned with the exhibition’s theme, Co-creating the Future of Textiles, the
X-Rite Pantone has introduced Offset360, a comprehensive colour management solution aimed at improving offset pressroom efficiency and reducing make-ready time without requiring investment in new presses. The system integrates press-side scanning automation, quality control and reporting software, and automated ink presetting into a closed-loop workflow. It is designed to
Bangladesh’s efforts to expand exports of man-made fibre (MMF) garments may face new challenges following proposals in the FY27 budget to increase import duties on key synthetic raw materials. The proposed measures include a 5% import duty on polyester staple fibre (PSF) and an increase in duties on PVC resin and PET resin to 10%, […]
Recycling Europe has welcomed Reju as a new partner in its textiles branch, reinforcing efforts to accelerate textile circularity and strengthen markets for recycled materials across Europe. Reju is a textile-to-textile regeneration company focused on converting post-consumer PET waste and polyester textiles into new materials. The company brings together engineers,
Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Founder and CEO Kim Thompson has outlined the company’s progress in scaling recombinant spider silk production, focusing on commercial readiness, technological advantages and long-term industry applications. The company is advancing its proprietary platform using genetically engineered silkworms to produce recombinant spider silk fibres,
The China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products and the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation through trade facilitation, knowledge exchange and joint research initiatives. The agreement aims to deepen industrial and commercial ties,
India’s exports to BRICS countries could surge beyond US$ 200 billion by 2030, more than doubling from an estimated US$ 96 billion in FY26, according to a new analysis by the ASSOCHAM Global Strategy and Research Centre (AGSRC). The report highlights expanding South-South cooperation, strengthening manufacturing capabilities and evolving trade patterns within the BRICS
Sri Lanka’s apparel industry is facing growing uncertainty as evolving US trade policies aimed at eliminating forced labour from global supply chains reshape sourcing dynamics across the textile and garment sector. Industry stakeholders warn that while Sri Lanka maintains a strong reputation for ethical manufacturing, shifting trade patterns and geopolitical considerations
Eastern Silk Industries Ltd has been awarded multiple ISO certifications, strengthening its commitment to quality management, occupational safety and environmental responsibility. The company has received ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System), ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System) and ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System)





















