Industry

Threading Tradition With Technology: The Reinvention Of India’s Textile Industry

Textile Insights October 14, 2025

For centuries, India’s textile industry has been a cornerstone of its culture, economy and global identity. From the intricate handlooms of Varanasi to the bustling powerlooms of Tiruppur, Indian textiles have dressed the world in tradition and craftsmanship. But a quiet revolution is now

Event

HIGHTEX 2026 To Showcase Next-Gen Technical Textiles

Textile Insights March 27, 2025

HIGHTEX 2026, Turkiye’s premier and only dedicated exhibition for technical textiles and nonwovens, will take place from June 9-13, 2026, at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center. The event will bring together global leaders in technical textile and nonwoven technology, highlighting revolutionary advancements in smart textiles and sustainable nonwoven fabric production.

Event

GTTES 2025: A Game-Changer For India’s Textile Machinery And Technology

Textile Insights February 9, 2025

The third edition of the Global Textile Technology & Engineering Show (GTTES 2025), organized by the India ITME Society, is set to take the textile industry by storm from February 21-23, 2025, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. This highly anticipated event promises to be a platform for innovation, collaboration and business growth in […]

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

Textile Print

UV-Cured Inks To Propel Digital Textile Printing Growth By US$ 3.33 Billion By 2028

Textile Insights August 9, 2024

The global digital textile printing market is poised for substantial growth, with an estimated increase of US$ 3.33 billion from 2024 to 2028, according to Technavio. The market is projected to grow at a robust CAGR of over 15.2% during this period. Key factors propelling this growth include the rising number of trade shows and […]

Product Launch & Innovation

Smart Textiles Bring Remote Hugs To Life With Virtual Skin Contact!

May 10, 2024

Advancements in smart textiles are transforming virtual reality experiences by introducing tactile sensations, allowing wearers to perceive physical touch remotely. A trail-blazing ultra-thin film capable of transmitting touch sensations effectively transforms textiles into a virtual second skin. For critically ill children in hospital isolation, this breakthrough

Industry

New Bangla Textile Minister To Boost Output Of Smart Textiles

Textile Insights January 15, 2024

The newly appointed Bangladesh Textile & Jute Minister Jahangir Kabir Nanak said that he is committed to advancing the manufacturing of smart textiles and also jute sector. According to Nanak, this will be achieved through efficient planning and swift implementation of decisions taken by the ministry. He stressed on the importance of incorporating new innovations […]

Product Launch & Innovation

New Conductive Cotton Based Fibre For Use In Smart Textiles

Textile Insights December 28, 2023

A single strand of fibre developed at Washington State University has the flexibility of cotton and the electric conductivity of a polymer, called Polyaniline and show good potential for smart textiles. The WSU researcher tested the fibres with a system that powered an LED light and another that sensed ammonia gas, detailing their findings in […]

Product Launch & Innovation

Hong Kong Researchers Innovate Fabric That Changes Colour

Textile Insights December 8, 2023

Hong Kong researchers have developed a fabric that is capable of changing colours with just a tap, by combining polymer optical fibres and artificial intelligence technology to create stunning smart textiles. First launched at Milan Fashion Week, this innovation promises to have a major impact on the global fashion industry. “I will have every colour […]

Industry

Bangla Skills Training & Smart Textiles Gets $300mn Boost

Textile Insights August 4, 2023

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $300 million loan to strengthen the skills base and training programs for Bangladesh’s workforce. The program will build the institutional capacity of training institutions to deliver advanced skills training with technology applications, such as smart textile technologies and green technologies. “The economy of Bangladesh