The Synthetic and Rayon Textiles Export Promotion Council (SRTEPC) gave away awards to felicitate its members exporting technical textiles. SRTEPC gave away around 24 awards to companies who have excelled in exports under different segments of technical textiles. Darshana Jardosh, Minister of
US garment retailer Macy’s which has more than 700 stores and includes brands like Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury has gained membership of Cotton Trust Protocol. “Our membership will bolster Macy’s efforts in sourcing cotton sustainably, driving positive social and environmental change and enhance transparency throughout its supply chain,” Trust Protocol said in a
A storm which hit Greece in the first week of September may have affected 70 percent of the cotton crop in Thessaly. Thessaly is the main Greek cotton growing hub and in turn, this impact may reduce the country’s total production by 15-20 percent. This was informed by a senior researcher Dr Mohammed Darawsheh working […]
The Lenzing Group has received certification from the internationally recognised EU Ecolabel for its cellulose fibres produced at the Indonesian site. “This means that Lenzing fibres produced in the PT. South Pacific Viscose plant meets high environmental standards,” the Austrian company said in a press release. This will enable the plant to produce Lenzing Ecovero […]
Karl Mayer has upgraded its HKS 3-M ON model of Tricot machine, which has been named HKS 3-M ON PLUS. This upgrade allows net-like fabrics to be produced in a variety of densities and structures. “These fabrics include square marquisettes and shoe fabrics, with both also realisable in coarse gauges,” the German company said in […]
PDS Limited, a global fashion solutions company, is focused on expanding its portfolio with customized offerings, including sourcing as a service and brand management. In line with its strategy of adding value-accruing solutions to its offerings, it is pleased to announce that its UK-based vertical, Poeticgem, has acquired the brand intellectual property (IP) of Little
In 2022, the global knitting machinery import market saw significant growth, with imports rising by 7.43% to reach US$ 2716.36 million. Among the various knitting machinery categories, tulle, lace, embroidery, trimmings and related machines dominated the scene, accounting for a substantial US$ 1051.81 million of imports, signifying a remarkable 18.82% growth in 2022. This
The Cavitec high-performance portfolio of coating, laminating, and impregnating solutions is now extended with the launch of a two-in-one machine featuring rapid switching between rotogravure and full-surface coating. The technological superiority of the new Cavimelt Pro, based on hotmelt adhesive application, delivers bonding performance that meets the highest
The Indian garment sector may get a boost from the recently announced PM Vishwakarma Yojna as it offers several benefits, suitable for specific needs of skilled artisans working in the clothing industry. The Apparel, Made-Ups & Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council (AMHSSC) welcomed the Vishwakarma Yojna and called it a momentous step that will bring […]
US retail sales in August accelerated much faster than expected, strengthened by strong garment sales and a recovery in gasoline station sales. According to US Census Bureau data, petrol fuel pumps recorded the highest monthly rise in sales among major retail categories growing 5.2 percent month on month. “While sales of apparel and clothing accessories […]





















