Special Report

Sri Kannapiran Mills’ GFF-Backed Upgrades Drive Efficiency, Sustainability Gains

Textile Insights August 12, 2025

Coimbatore-based Sri Kannapiran Mills Ltd (SKML) has reported significant operational, environmental and social improvements following capital and technical assistance from the Good Fashion Fund (GFF). The company upgraded its singeing machine, purchased several second-hand air jet looms, and

Sustainability

Textiles Secretary Leads ESG Meet, Calls For Cluster-Led Sustainability

Textile Insights June 5, 2025

The Ministry of Textiles convened the fourth meeting of its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Task Force on June 3rd in New Delhi. The meeting was chaired by Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Neelam Shami Rao and brought together key stakeholders from across the textile value chain. Senior officials present included Rohit Kansal, Additional Secretary, Ministry

Corporates

Esstee Exports Releases First ESG Report, Reinforces Commitment to Sustainability and Ethical Governance

Textile Insights May 31, 2025

Tiruppur-based garment manufacturer Esstee Exports has released its inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report for 2024–2025, outlining a comprehensive roadmap for sustainability, ethical business practices and social responsibility. Celebrating three decades in the apparel industry, the company’s Chairman Thirukkumaran described the report as a

Corporates

Netherlands-Bangladesh Circular Textile Trade Mission Strengthens Industry Collaboration

Textile Insights February 24, 2025

The Embassy of the Netherlands in Bangladesh, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE), organized a Circular Textile Trade Mission match-making session at the BGMEA complex in Dhaka. The session marked a significant milestone as the first-ever Dutch trade mission to Bangladesh under

Tete-A-Tete

‘Backed By Reliance Industries, We’re Driven By Innovation And Ambition To Become One Of The World’s Leading Textile Giants’

Textile Insights February 9, 2025

Biji Chacko shares his strategic vision for the company in an exclusive interview with Henry Dsouza, Associate Editor of Textile Insights. With a steadfast focus on sustainability, advanced technology and operational efficiency, Chacko outlines how Alok Industries aims to redefine the global textile landscape. From embracing AI and renewable energy to capitalizing on

Tete-A-Tete

KKP Fine Linen Highlights Unwavering Focus On Sustainability And Innovation At Heimtextil 2025

Textile Insights February 9, 2025

Consumer dynamics have changed drastically. Globally, buyers are prioritizing sustainability and price sensitivity. For India, this creates a dual opportunity and challenge, states P. Manikandan.   At Heimtextil 2025, KKP Fine Linen, a leading manufacturer of premium home textiles, highlighted its unwavering focus on sustainability and innovation. Known for its vertically

Industry

Vietnam’s Textile Workers Earn Higher Wages Than Global Average

Textile Insights October 9, 2024

According to a VNDirect Securities report, Vietnam’s textile and apparel industry is making strides towards sustainable development as consumer demand for eco-friendly products rises. Companies are focusing on green production processes by using recycled fabrics, green materials, renewable energy and wastewater treatment. Global fashion brands are increasingly prioritizing

Tete-A-Tete

FTA With EU Would Be Real Game-Changer For India

June 12, 2024

The fragmented textile value chain in India necessitates the goods to travel from one place to another, which adds to logistics cost as well as has an impact on quality, says Gurudas Aras Historically fragmented and complex nature of our textile value chain has been taking toll on the health of our domestic industry. How […]