In this exclusive conversation with Henry Dsouza, Associate Editor, Textile Insights, Dr Bettina Temath informs that visitors at ITMA Asia 2025 in Singapore appreciated how Trützschler’s solutions addressed their key challenges, particularly rising labour costs, labour availability and the need
Nike has introduced Aero-FIT, its most advanced cooling technology to date, engineered to deliver more than double the airflow of traditional Nike athletic apparel and help athletes perform at their peak in increasingly extreme conditions. Designed to move more air between skin and fabric, Aero-FIT enhances sweating efficiency and keeps athletes dry as temperatures rise.
The Madhya Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation (MPIDC) has accelerated work on two upcoming industrial areas, Jhanjharwada and Cheetakheda, in Neemuch district, positioning them as strategic manufacturing hubs for investors from neighbouring Rajasthan and Gujarat. Together, the two parks involve a planned investment of nearly Rs 200 crore and are expected to draw
By prioritizing ease of doing business and reducing input costs, the move to rescind QCOs strengthens India’s global trade credibility and sets the stage for faster growth, greater innovation and more inclusive development, writes Sandeep Dangi, BE (Tex. Technology), MBA In a landmark decision welcomed across India’s manufacturing sectors, the Government of India has
Luxury fashion house Tod’s has come under legal scrutiny as the Milan Public Prosecutor’s Office has placed the company and three senior executives under investigation for alleged labour exploitation within its supply chain, according to reports from Reuters. In a move without precedent in Italy’s luxury sector, prosecutors are also seeking a six-month suspension of […]
How South Asia’s garment workers are silenced and how global brands help keep it that way The global fashion industry, worth trillions of dollars and driven by fast-changing trends, thrives on a polished image of creativity, sustainability and empowerment. Yet behind the glossy ads and influencer campaigns lies a much harsher truth, one built on […]
The domestic textiles and apparel industry has lauded the long-awaited labour reforms and implementation of the new Labour Codes. The implementation of four Labour Codes, which consolidates 29 central labour laws into a cohesive and simplified framework, marks a landmark moment in India’s employment law landscape, ensuring greater uniformity in labour regulation and a more
The European Council’s presidency and the European Parliament have reached a provisional political agreement on a targeted revision of the EU regulation on deforestation-free products (EUDR). The revision is designed to simplify implementation and postpone the application date, giving companies, traders and authorities additional time to prepare. The regulation will now
U.S. retail sales on Black Friday grew 4.1% year-over-year, according to preliminary insights from Mastercard SpendingPulse, which tracks in-store and online retail transactions across all payment types. Excluding auto sales, the results signal strong holiday momentum as consumers seek value, convenience and festive experiences. E-commerce led the charge, with online
Puma has opened its biggest European flagship store on London’s Oxford Street, bringing the brand’s latest products, technologies and immersive experiences directly to consumers in one of Europe’s busiest retail destinations. Located near Selfridges and Bond Street Tube Station, the 24,000 sq. ft. store showcases Puma’s leading performance innovations—including its NITRO





















