PDS Limited has announced a Sourcing as a Service (SaaS) contract with a leading US-based value retailer, marking a significant step in expanding its global sourcing footprint. Under the agreement, PDS will deliver end-to-end sourcing support, leveraging its global capabilities in vendor
Leaders from the global textile industry, policymakers and stakeholders convened in Hyderabad for ATEXCON 2026, Asia’s premier textile summit. Co-hosted by the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) and the Government of Telangana, the 13th Asian Textile Conference focused on creating a resilient and future-ready global textile sector. Telangana Chief
Brückner Textile Technologies is set to highlight its broad portfolio of finishing technologies at Techtextil 2026, taking place in Frankfurt from April 21–24, with a strong focus on efficiency, sustainability, automation and process reliability. Positioning product diversity as a key growth driver, the company will showcase customised solutions for technical textile
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has welcomed the Government of India’s decision to extend the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme and introduce a one-time concessional framework for Domestic Tariff Area (DTA) sales by Special Economic Zone (SEZ) units. In a statement, Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General, CII, highlighted that the
The British Fashion Council (BFC) has launched its new long-term strategy, BFC 2030: Access, Creativity, Growth, marking a significant shift in its role from industry promotion to sustained support for designers and businesses. Led by Chief Executive Laura Weir, the strategy positions the BFC as an incubator for the fashion industry, bringing together funding, education,
The Northern India Textile Mills’ Association (NITMA) has welcomed the government’s decision to eliminate customs duty on PTA and MEG until June 30, 2026, calling it a timely relief for the man-made fibre (MMF) sector amid ongoing global disruptions. PTA (Purified Terephthalic Acid) and MEG (Mono Ethylene Glycol) are key raw materials for polyester staple […]
Dr S. N. Modani, Chairman of the Rajasthan Textile Mills Association (RTMA) and Vice Chairman of Sangam (India) Ltd, has been conferred with the Global Textile Leadership Lifetime Achievement Award 2026 at the 13th Asian Textile Conference (ATEXCON 2026). The award ceremony was held on April 2, 2026, at Novotel Convention Centre, in the presence […]
Indorama Ventures is set to strengthen its presence in South-East Asia’s textile market by participating in Indo Intertex 2026 in Jakarta this April. As a first-time exhibitor, the global polyester fibre and filament yarn producer will showcase its diverse portfolio to apparel, home textile and hygiene customers across the region. Aligned with its commitment to […]
Karl Mayer reinforced its position as a key partner to the composites industry at JEC World 2026, using the platform to engage with customers, build new connections and conduct in-depth technical discussions. Amid a challenging global business environment, marked by uncertainty and cautious investment sentiment, particularly in Western markets, the event highlighted both
Durst Group has appointed Wolfgang Knotz as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective April 1, 2026, reinforcing its strategic shift from a machinery manufacturer to a technology-driven solutions provider. The announcement comes as the company marks its 90th anniversary. Knotz brings extensive experience within the organisation, having held multiple leadership roles since






















