Cotton

GOTS Satellite Project To Map Organic Cotton Sowing In India

Textile Insights May 4, 2024

In a world’s first, GOTS, the European Space Agency (ESA) and software company Marple launched a project that aims to show the potential for remote satellite monitoring of organic cotton cultivation. The project trained artificial intelligence (AI) to use ESA satellite data to detect cotton

Corporates

Bulut Tekstil Adopts Saurer’s Autocoro 11 For Sustainable Spinning

April 28, 2024

In a dynamic move towards sustainable manufacturing, Bulut Tekstil, a pioneer in the textile industry since 1997, has set its sights on the latest innovations in spinning technology. A recent visit by Murat Günesli, the General Manager of Bulut Tekstil, and his wife to Saurer’s modern facility in Übach-Palenberg, unveiled an innovative advancement in spinning […]

Sustainability

Thailand Moving Towards Bio-Circular Green Textile Economy

Textile Insights February 21, 2024

A report of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) informed that Thailand is moving towards a bio-circular green textile economy. UNEP released a report titled ‘Sustainable and circular textile value chains: Linkages with trade and trade policy’, in which it highlighted Thailand’s efforts. UNEP pointed out the SE Asian country’s efforts in eliminating tariffs on

Sustainability

GOTS Pilot Project CSCS to Certify Small Operator Groups

Textile Insights December 2, 2023

In an initiative to enhance accessibility to certification for small operator groups within the organic textile value chain, GOTS has introduced its ongoing Controlled Supply Chain Scheme (CSCS) Pilot Project. The project, launched in 2022, was strategically developed to overcome the obstacles that often deter small-scale operators from pursuing GOTS certification.

Corporates

Om Tex Silicones Renews GOTS Certification For Sustainability Excellence

November 26, 2023

Om Tex Chem now known as Om Tex Silicones has announced the renewal of its prestigious Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certification. This reaffirmation underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding products and services while championing environmental responsibility. The renewed GOTS certification serves as a guiding beacon,

Cotton

Yagi & Co Launches Cotton iD For Enhanced Organic Cotton Traceability

November 5, 2023

Yagi & Co has introduced its proprietary system, Cotton iD, to enhance the traceability of organic cotton. This innovative system offers a robust traceability management solution for organic cotton, spanning from the cotton fields to yarn production. Notably, India, the world’s largest organic cotton producer, is a focal point for this initiative. The organic

Sustainability

74 Sri Lankan Garment Factories GOTS Certified

Textile Insights October 18, 2023

There has been an increase in Sri Lankan companies obtaining the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), indicating an increased awareness within the industry of the importance of adopting international best practices and sustainable manufacturing. South Asian Representative of GOTS, Ganesh Kasekar revealed a 21 percent increase in certified facilities compared to 2022 in

Industry

GOTS Managing Director Rahul Bhajekar Honored by TAI

September 7, 2023

In a remarkable recognition of dedication and contribution to the textile industry, Rahul Bhajekar, Managing Director at Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), has been bestowed with the prestigious “Shri J. J. Randeri Service Memento” by the Textile Association of India (TAI) for the year 2022-23. This esteemed accolade underscores Bhajekar’s unwavering

Industry

GOTS Applauds EU Parliament’s Move For Corporate Sustainability

August 13, 2023

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is celebrating the recent approval of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) by the European Union parliament. This landmark legislation mandates stringent due diligence practices throughout supply chains of companies operating within or connected to the EU. The aim is to prevent human rights violations and

Cotton

GOTS Certified Facilities Increase 10% In 2022

Textile Insights July 22, 2023

In the two decades since its inception, Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS) has expanded its reach and impact in 2022. This has resulted in a 10 percent year on year increase in certified facilities totaling to 13,549 facilities across 84 countries, through 24 GOTS-approved Certification Bodies. In 2022, the organisation hosted the inaugural GOTS Conference […]