Chinese cotton production is forecast to decline in the current cotton season, primarily in its main cotton growing region of Xinjiang Uygur, due to the impact of the US import ban and also diversion to other food crops. Cotton output may drop by 10 percent in China, amid a food security drive
In the first seven months of 2023, apparel exports from Vietnam dropped 15.9 percent, compared to the same period in 2022, to US $22.5 billion. In the months between January to July 2023, clothing exports fell 24 percent to the US, 10 percent to the EU, by another 10 percent to China and also by […]
The Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA) has raised the issue of false declaration of imports of yarns, fabric and dress materials, which is impacting sales of locally produced textiles. In a letter addressed to the Customs Bond Commissionerate, BTMA President Mohammad Ali Khokon said, the textile industry is already reeling under challenges of foreign exchange […]
The Lycra Company, a manufacturer of innovative and sustainable fibres is showing its latest developments at Intertextile Shanghai in Hall 4.1 being held in Shanghai. The Lycra brand pavilion is the largest exhibition space ever at 932 square meters and features 28 co-exhibitors united under the theme of ‘Co-Create the Future Today’. The company will […]
Gujarat based Omax Cotspin, a spinning mill manufacturing BCI, Fairtrade and recycled cotton yarn, has joined Sourcery’s Direct-to-Grower Programme that connects brands, manufacturers and growers who are committed to commercial and environmental excellence. Sourcery identifies and mitigates shared material and performance risks and cost inefficiencies to uncover
The G20 Trade and Investment Ministers’ meeting led by Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, and Textiles, successfully concluded in Jaipur, India. The meeting saw active participation from G20 members, invited countries and international organizations, including the World Trade Organization (WTO),
In an announcement that is set to redefine the world of home decor, myTrident has introduced the Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan as the brand ambassador for its innovative home decor line. With this collaboration, myTrident aims to infuse fresh energy and creativity into the realm of interior design, inviting enthusiasts to embark on a […]
The ‘Unveiling Creative Visions’ exhibition by the “Fashion Studies” department at BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) was unveiled on August 22, 2023. Hosted in collaboration with the “BUFT Heritage Club,” the event showcased fifth-semester students’ innovative fashion collections, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the
Tukatech will now offer the textile and apparel industry a robust suite of Adobe Photoshop plugins. Geoff Taylor, President of TUKAweb, explains “We are pleased to be the first and only distributor of neoTextil in North America, which adds another affordable and MAC-native option to our extensive CAD/CAM portfolio.” NeoTextil is a design plugin for […]
Fineotex Chemical Limited has announced its recent achievement of becoming a registered participant in the Dun & Bradstreet Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) platform. This significant milestone underscores the company’s resolute dedication to fostering an industry that places paramount importance on environmental sustainability, social well-being and





















