In a spinning industry where productivity, space efficiency and energy optimization define competitiveness, Pongalur Pioneer Textiles has commissioned fourteen LRJ 90 Series ring frames from LMW Limited, each configured with 2400 spindles. The total addition of 33,600 spindles sets a new global
From Tariffs To Geopolitical Tensions: How Global Shocks Are Reshaping India’s Textile Manufacturing
India’s textile manufacturing sector is facing a convergence of global shocks, with tariffs weakening demand in key export markets while geopolitical tensions continue to push up input and logistics costs. However, the current environment is accelerating a shift toward more agile, tech-enabled manufacturing, where data-driven production, faster turnaround times, and supply
ColorJet India Ltd has been honoured with the State Export Award 2024–25 for Outstanding Export Performance, reinforcing its leadership as a technology-driven player in the global digital printing industry. The recognition highlights the company’s expanding international footprint, with installations across more than 55 countries, and its focus on delivering
Trident Ltd has commissioned an additional 5.40 MWp rooftop solar power project at its Budhni facility in Madhya Pradesh, further strengthening its renewable energy portfolio. With this expansion, the total installed solar capacity at the Budhni unit has reached 57.32 MWp. The company has invested approximately Rs 10 crore towards the additional capacity. The move […]
One year after launching its programme in Benin and formalising its partnership with the Interprofessional Association for Cotton (AIC), the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) convened a multi-stakeholder workshop on decent work in Cotonou on March 26–27. The workshop brought together stakeholders from industry, government, producer groups, labour representatives, civil
A 28-Year Perspective on Technical Excellence, Production Management, and Human Capital Engineering. By Pravin Salokhe The Executive Crisis: The Annual “60-Day Drain” In the high-stakes world of the Indian textile industry, specifically within the precision-driven environment of cotton ring spinning productivity is measured in milliseconds and grams. For a
Spinning mills need solutions that deliver stability, efficiency and future-proof performance. Rieter has put together a powerful portfolio for ITM 2026 in Istanbul. These innovations provide customers with the tools to enhance cost efficiency, improve responsiveness, and actively develop their competitive edge. Step by step, Rieter is moving closer to its Vision 2027, the
Kapil Agrawal, Business Head – Textiles at Thai Acrylic Fibre & Overseas Spinning, has been honoured with the Global CEO Award for Circular Enterprise at the BioTex Fashion & Circularity Summit 2026, organised by the International Fashion Business Exchange Council. At the summit, Agrawal highlighted India’s evolving textile landscape, identifying technical textiles
The Northern India Textile Research Association (NITRA), supported by the National Technical Textiles Mission under the Ministry of Textiles, will organise a National Conference on Innovations in Protective Textiles on April 9, 2026, at its campus in Ghaziabad. The conference will bring together industry leaders, researchers, policymakers and professionals to deliberate on
CrudeChem Technology has strengthened its global footprint with the commissioning of an additional 15-acre operational facility in Midland, a key hub within the Permian Basin. The expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s North America growth strategy, aimed at supporting the evolving requirements of the oilfield services and energy sector. The newly





















