Dr S. N. Modani, Chairman of the Rajasthan Textile Mills Association (RTMA) and Vice Chairman of Sangam (India) Ltd, has been conferred with the Global Textile Leadership Lifetime Achievement Award 2026 at the 13th Asian Textile Conference (ATEXCON 2026). The award ceremony was held on April 2,
Indorama Ventures is set to strengthen its presence in South-East Asia’s textile market by participating in Indo Intertex 2026 in Jakarta this April. As a first-time exhibitor, the global polyester fibre and filament yarn producer will showcase its diverse portfolio to apparel, home textile and hygiene customers across the region. Aligned with its commitment to […]
Karl Mayer reinforced its position as a key partner to the composites industry at JEC World 2026, using the platform to engage with customers, build new connections and conduct in-depth technical discussions. Amid a challenging global business environment, marked by uncertainty and cautious investment sentiment, particularly in Western markets, the event highlighted both
Durst Group has appointed Wolfgang Knotz as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective April 1, 2026, reinforcing its strategic shift from a machinery manufacturer to a technology-driven solutions provider. The announcement comes as the company marks its 90th anniversary. Knotz brings extensive experience within the organisation, having held multiple leadership roles since
Srichakra Polyplast (India) Pvt Ltd has appointed Lakshman K. Iyer as its Chief Executive Officer, marking a strategic move to drive the company’s next phase of growth in the recycling and circular materials sector. With over 25 years of global leadership experience across polymers, chemicals, and advanced materials, Iyer brings a strong track record in […]
By Pravin Salokhe, The Spinning Veteran The Great Paradox of 2026 As we stand in April 2026, the Indian textile industry is trapped in a historic paradox. On one side, the Mid-Asia War Zone has turned the Red Sea into a logistical nightmare, forcing our containers on a 20-day detour around the Cape of Good Hope and […]
TrusTrace has reported strong early adoption of One Retail Hub, its free digital platform designed to streamline supply chain compliance across the fashion industry. Within seven weeks of launch, brands using the platform have achieved average time savings of 70% in compliance reporting, addressing long-standing inefficiencies caused by fragmented, retailer-specific data
Devan Chemicals has released its first Sustainability Report for 2024, outlining its strategic focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) priorities and reinforcing its commitment to responsible growth in the textile chemicals sector. The report highlights how sustainability is embedded across the company’s operations, from product innovation to resource
The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) has released Version 3.2 of its Principles and Criteria (P&C), reinforcing its commitment to regenerative agriculture and enhancing its farm-level standard for cotton production. The updated framework came into effect on April 1, 2026. As a core component of the BCI Standard System, P&C v3.2 introduces targeted revisions to
PVH Corp. reported stronger-than-expected performance for the fourth quarter of 2025, with revenue and earnings exceeding guidance, while outlining a cautious but stable outlook for 2026 amid ongoing global uncertainties. Fourth-quarter revenue rose 6% year-on-year to $2.5 billion, surpassing expectations, while non-GAAP earnings per share came in at $3.82, ahead of the






















