Sustainability

HKRITA Signs Mou With Jeanologia And Looptworks To Scale Circular Textile Recycling

Textile Insights July 7, 2026

The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Spanish textile technology company Jeanologia and US-based textile recycler Looptworks to establish the Green Machine Circular Textile Ecosystem, a collaborative

Corporates

Protiva Partners With SDC International India To Expand Bio-Based Textile Colorants Across South Asia

Textile Insights June 11, 2026

Protiva Corporation, a pioneer in bio-based textile colorant solutions, has entered into a strategic distribution partnership with SDC International India Private Limited to strengthen its presence in South Asia’s textile sector. Under the agreement, effective April 7, 2026, SDC International India will serve as the exclusive distributor of Protiva’s

Event

Shenzhen Textile Fairs To Showcase Next-Generation Materials And AI

Textile Insights June 10, 2026

Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics and Yarn Expo Shenzhen 2026 will bring together more than 600 exhibitors from 11 countries and regions from June 9–11 at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Centre, highlighting the latest developments in sustainable materials, digitalisation and textile innovation. Spanning approximately 45,000 sq mtr across Halls 1 and 9, the

Sustainability

EU Sustainability Rules Push Vietnam’s Textile Industry Towards Green Transition

Textile Insights May 21, 2026

Vietnam’s textile and apparel industry is accelerating its shift towards sustainable manufacturing as tightening environmental regulations in the European Union reshape export requirements for global suppliers. With the EU remaining one of Vietnam’s largest export markets, textile and footwear manufacturers are increasingly focusing on circular production models, lower

Corporates

CHT Group Wins adidas adiFORMULATOR Award For Third Consecutive Year

Textile Insights January 5, 2026

The CHT Group has been recognised as the Champion of the adidas adiFORMULATOR AWARD for the third year in a row, reaffirming its leadership in sustainable textile chemical solutions. The recognition highlights CHT Group’s strong partnership with Adidas and its ongoing commitment to continuous improvement in products and processes, aligned with the UN Sustainable

Sustainability

Brands Co-invest In Solar Power Projects Of Textile Factories To Decarbonize Textile Production

Textile Insights November 9, 2025

A growing number of global fashion brands are taking direct action to decarbonize their supply chains by co-investing in solar power installations at textile factories. In a major shift toward cleaner production, brands are partnering with energy companies to install rooftop solar systems at small and medium-sized textile mills in key manufacturing countries such as […]

Corporates

Lululemon And Samsara Eco Sign 10-Year Deal To Expand Use Of Recycled Materials

Textile Insights June 16, 2025

Lululemon and Samsara Eco have entered into a 10-year offtake agreement to advance the use of recycled raw materials in Lululemon’s product portfolio. Under the partnership, Lululemon will source a significant portion of its future nylon 6,6 and polyester needs from Samsara Eco, with the potential to cover up to 20% of its total fibre […]

Industry

IAF Urges Tariff Rollback, Calls For Stability In Global Apparel Trade

Textile Insights April 24, 2025

The International Apparel Federation (IAF), representing manufacturers across 40+ countries, has raised strong concerns over the U.S. administration’s punitive tariffs imposed on April 2. The federation warns these measures threaten global apparel supply chains, destabilize economies, and jeopardize millions of jobs worldwide. While the suspension of some tariffs is

Sustainability

Gokaldas Exports Joins As Sustainability Partner At Bharat Tex 2025

Textile Insights February 13, 2025

Gokaldas Exports, one of India’s largest textile and apparel manufacturers and exporters, has officially announced its role as a Sustainability Partner at Bharat Tex 2025, one of the premier global textile events. This collaboration highlights the company’s steadfast commitment to sustainable manufacturing, eco-friendly practices, and driving the adoption of a