Machinery

Trützschler’s Intelligent Solutions Chosen For Lantabur’s State-of-the-Art Facility

February 4, 2024

Trützschler’s Intelligent Solutions has been chosen by Lantabur Textiles Ltd for its spinning mill project in Bangladesh. Trützschler, a renowned name in textile machinery, has been a chosen supplier for Lantabur Textiles Ltd, a prominent garment manufacturer in Bangladesh. The

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Daniel Ervér Appointed President And CEO Of H&M Group

February 4, 2024

The board of directors at Hennes & Mauritz AB has appointed Daniel Ervér as the new President and CEO of the H&M Group. This decision follows the departure of Helena Helmersson, who has gracefully stepped down from her role as CEO. Daniel Ervér, born in 1981, brings a wealth of experience to the position, having […]

Corporates

Mimaki Europe Welcomes Takao Terashima As New Managing Director

February 4, 2024

Mimaki Europe, a leading manufacturer of inkjet printers and cutting-edge technologies, has appointed Takao Terashima as its new Managing Director. Commencing his journey with Mimaki in 1997 within the Research and Development Department, Terashima has honed his extensive expertise in Mimaki’s technology portfolio and the surrounding market throughout his 26-year

Dyes & Chemicals

Poddar Pigments Inks Deal With IB Vogt Solar India For 3 MWp Solar Power Plant

February 4, 2024

Poddar Pigments Ltd has partnered with IB Vogt Solar India for a 3 MWp solar power plant in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The plant aims to generate electricity for captive consumption, highlighting Poddar Pigments’ commitment to sustainability. The move signifies a step towards eco-friendly practices and reduced carbon footprint, showcasing the company’s dedication to

Industry

India’s Textile Industry Set To Weave Global Success

January 17, 2024

With a potent blend of centuries-old craftsmanship, technological advancements and a renewed focus on sustainability, India’s textiles are poised to captivate international markets. India’s textile industry is positioned at the cusp of a transformative journey and is well-poised to shape the global textile landscape. With a rich heritage dating back centuries and a

Industry

Indian Textile Industry: Perspectives From 2023 And Hopes For 2024

January 10, 2024

The Indian Textile industry witnessed major challenges in 2023 due to fluctuating cotton prices, diminishing demand, capacity under-utilization and dumping of imported fabrics and garments from China and Bangladesh. Gurudas Aras takes an overview of the industry scenario in 2023 and what needs to be done to pull the industry out of the quagmire in […]

Fibre

Sportswear Innovation: Under Armour Introduces Breakthrough Fibre-Shed Test Method

January 9, 2024

Under Armour, after extensive research in its innovation lab, has introduced an innovative fibre-shed test method to tackle the sustainability challenges posed by microfibres and microplastics. The sportswear brand has collaborated with precision testing solutions supplier James Heal to develop and optimize fibre-shed test kits for industry use, employing Under

Fibre

Toray And Yoshida Collaborate On Sustainable Tanker Bags With Ecodear N510

January 9, 2024

Toray Industries, Inc. and Yoshida Co. will jointly create materials for Tanker bags employing Ecodear N510, a 100% plant-based nylon fibre. Yoshida’s Porter brand makes and sells bags under the flagship Tanker line, which it inaugurated 40 years ago. This fibre incorporates 100% bio-based synthetic polymer content as defined under section 3.1.5 of ISO 16620-1: […]

Cotton

Better Cotton Explores Future Of Uzbekistan’s Cotton Sector

December 16, 2023

One year on since the launch of its programme in Uzbekistan, Better Cotton has co-hosted an event in its capital, Tashkent, to reflect on its successes and strengthen multi-stakeholder relations. Held in collaboration with the National Commission of Combatting Human Trafficking and Forced Labour and the Uzbekistan Textile and Garment Industry Association, the organisation

Policies

FTA With UK Alone May Not Lead To Big Surge In India’s T&A Exports

December 12, 2023

Even as India and the UK are close to concluding talks on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), experts and observers in the textiles and apparel sector are of the view that the agreement may not fetch the desired results unless the industry gears up to manufacture right kind of product mix at competitive pricing. Currently, […]