The last ITMF Global Textile Industry Survey (GTIS) was conducted in January 2024. It revealed a significant improvement in the business climate, signaling a potential turning point driven by lower inflation rates, increased real wages and consumer sentiment in the USA, alongside expectations
Swiss manufacturers are at the forefront of providing tailor-made solutions for achieving circularity in textile production. With an increasing demand from end-users for recycled materials in textile products, innovation is driving the industry forward. Despite the technical and economic challenges faced by yarn and fabric producers using recycled resources, members of the
In 2023, India’s textile machinery trade went through ups and downs. It was a year of change, with some parts of the segment growing, while others facing challenges. Despite this, the sector showed resilience and adaptability. Let’s take a closer look at what happened in India’s textile machinery trade last year, exploring how it coped […]
The Bangladesh government is poised to finalize the minimum monthly wage for textile workers at Tk 10,000, a move that comes three months after the minimum wage for garment workers was raised to Tk 12,500. However, this decision has ignited a contentious debate, with labour leaders deeming the proposed wage “unacceptable” amidst soaring inflation and […]
In the pursuit of sustainability and environmental responsibility, India’s cotton industry finds itself at a pivotal moment. Dr Ajay Ranka, the Founder and CEO of Zydex Industries, presents a visionary plan to overhaul organic fibre production in the country. Through innovation of products and protocols for cotton farming and comprehensive sustainability practices, a
Pointcarre has introduced ‘Design Maker’ AI, revolutionizing textile design with custom patterns, Jacquard and colour separation. Pointcarre, a leader in textile design software for 35 years, has announced the launch of its innovative update, introducing the ‘Design Maker’ AI into its already powerful software. Compatible with both Mac and PC,
The concept of integrating transparent relationships with digital and physical traceability tools harbours broad potential. This approach could be tailored to support traceability across various other commodities, writes Alison Ward Global supply chains have reached unprecedented levels of complexity. Companies now face a growing imperative to achieve comprehensive
Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) is celebrating its inaugural partnership in the cosmetics industry, joining forces with Avon, a subsidiary of Brazil-based Natura & Co, a leading global cosmetics conglomerate. Committed to enhancing sustainability across its supply chains, Avon pledges to incorporate more renewable materials and minimize its products’ environmental
Winding and processing wool yarns and blends are additional strengths of the winding machine Autoconer X6. The machine offers the right functions for best package build-up for this demanding raw material. Due to its unique and special characteristics like good moisture absorption and very low weight, wool is increasingly being used in functional and technical […]
India’s leading talent platform, foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME), has published the foundit Insights Tracker (fit), presenting the latest findings on hiring trends for February 2024. According to the tracker, there has been a gradual uptick in hiring activity across sectors, indicating a 3% month-on-month growth. Although the year-on-year comparison reflects 8%






















