German researchers have developed a new method for removing oil spills from water surfaces in an energy-saving, cost-effective way and without the use of toxic substances. The method is made possible by a technical textile that is integrated into a floating container. A single small device can
A total of 56 global garment brands and retailers have committed to workplace safety in the global garment industry by re-signing the renewed International Accord. Signatories of the new International Accord include Adidas, Asos, Primark, H&M, Inditex, Ted Baker, Mango and, Marks and Spencer. A number of additional brands are currently undergoing internal reviews and
A Chinese delegation compromising of leaders from the textile industry met with the Pakistan Commerce and Industry Minister to explore opportunities for cooperation in the textile industry. The Vice President of China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Textiles (CCCT) Zhang Xinmin held talks with Minister for Commerce and Industry, Dr Gohar Ejaz. […]
In the first ten months of the current year, China imported 1.38 million tons of cotton from various countries, a decline of 12.7 over the comparable months of earlier year. However, between January and October this year, these cotton imports from Australia rose by a massive 20 times to 192,000 tons. Chinese traders and importers […]
The value addition in the Bangladesh garment industry has increased to 70.78 percent in the first fiscal quarter ending September 30, as per data of Bangladesh Bank, the central bank of Bangladesh. In comparison, the value addition in whole of fiscal 2023 was 65.97 percent, so the period between July and September 2023, indicates significant […]
Coats Group won three prestigious awards: The Investment Sustainability Award for its newly launched Madurai Sustainability Hub, The Environmental Sustainability Textile Award for its innovative, new Eco-B microfibre, and The M&A Award for the acquisition of footwear specialists Texon. Coats Digital’s unique fabric buying and cutting solution, FastReactFabric won two
Peter Schulz will join Renewcell in the role of interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) from 1 January 2024. He comes from a role as CFO at Pacific Basin Shipping (publ.) in Hong Kong, a position he has held for the past six years. Peter Schulz has extensive experience as CFO from both listed and private […]
In a strategic move to bolster its leadership team, Sutlej Textiles And Industries Ltd has announced the appointment of Rohit Arora as Executive President of Birla Textile Mills (Unit I and II) with effect from December 11, 2023. Arora, a seasoned professional with over 24 years of extensive experience, brings a wealth of expertise in […]
The SITEX trade fair is scheduled to take place at the Surat International Exhibition and Convention Centre (SIECC) in Surat, India, from January 6 to 8, 2024. Following the success of last year’s edition, Stäubli is set to showcase its cutting-edge technology for efficient weaving. The company’s machinery range encompasses the entire spectrum of yarn […]
The Maharashtra government will set up of a study group to look into challenges faced by the state’s weaving sector and recommend changes to the state’s new textile policy. Textile Minister Chandrakant Patil made the announcement in the Maharashtra assembly while also adding that the government would issue a government resolution to set up the […]





















