Kolon Industries, a Korean chemical and textile company, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Korean nonwoven maker to obtain international EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) certificates for their nonwoven textile products ‘Finon’ and ‘Finon
The LYCRA Company, a global leader in sustainable fibre and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries, has unveiled its second annual update of Planet Agenda and Global Sustainability Dashboard for fiscal year 2022. These reports track progress towards the company’s 2030 sustainability goals, which were introduced in last year’s
Global fashion conglomerate, Apparel Group, has entered into a significant multi-brand licensing deal with Marquee Brands LLC. This partnership covers licensing agreements for five of Marquee’s signature brands – BCBG, Ben Sherman, Bruno Magli, Sur la table, and Martha Stewart – in the GCC and India regions. This collaboration aims to introduce the distinctive styles
Stäubli, a global leader in automation and textile solutions, proudly unveils its new Yinhai R&D and Intelligent Manufacturing Base in Hangzhou, China. Located close to its existing production site, this 25,000 square-meter facility signifies a major step in Stäubli’s growth strategy and dedication to serving its Chinese customers effectively. Gerald Vogt, CEO at
Wazir Advisors has entered into a strategic alliance with the Netherlands-based Good Fashion Fund (GFF) to bolster impact investments in the fashion industry. In this collaboration, Wazir Advisors will provide vital expertise in technical matters, sustainability practices, and supply chain considerations, contributing to more informed investment decisions by GFF. The
Biotech firm MycoWorks has initiated production at its state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Union, South Carolina. This facility can scale up production to meet the luxury industry’s demand for its proprietary Fine Mycelium material. The patented technology produces Reishi, a biomaterial with hand-feel, strength and durability comparable to calfskin leather. With
In a recent development, on September 11, 2023, Peter ter Horst has been appointed as a board member by the members of VNCI. This move signifies Teijin Aramid’s active participation in the Royal Association of the Dutch Chemical Industry (VNCI) and its commitment to the principles of sustainability. Teijin Aramid, renowned for its dedication to […]
Arvind Fashions Ltd has appointed Anand Aiyer as the new CEO of Arrow, a renowned fashion brand known for its timeless elegance. With a remarkable track record of over 24 years in the fashion brands and retail sector, Aiyer is poised to lead Arrow into a new era of innovation and growth. Anand Aiyer previously […]
Better Cotton’s India Program cut highly hazardous pesticides use from 64 percent to 10 percent between the 2014-15 and 2021-22 cotton seasons. Indian farmers who used Monocrotophos, a pesticide classed as highly toxic by the World Health Organisation dropped from 41 percent to just 2 percent. Now a coalition made up of Better Cotton, Fairtrade […]
Nonwovens technology manufacturer Andritz has successfully started up a new carding machine as well as an opening and blending line it delivered to Albis in Italy. “With its large working width of 5.10 metres, the machine allows for nonwoven fabrics production, tailored to specific requirements while maintaining excellent properties and consistent quality,” Andritz said.





















