Corporates

Debrand Opens New U.S. Facility To Boost Textile Circularity

July 19, 2024

Debrand, a pioneer in next-life logistics for the apparel and footwear industry, has announced the opening of its inaugural U.S. facility in Columbus, Ohio. This 32,000-square-foot facility is strategically located to support the growing demand for scalable advanced textile sortation services

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Sustainable Sportswear: Puma’s RE:FIBRE Jerseys for 35 Clubs

July 19, 2024

Global sports company Puma has significantly advanced its textile-to-textile recycling initiative, RE:FIBRE, by creating millions of replica football jerseys with at least 75% recycled textile waste and other waste materials. Starting from the 2024/25 season, all Puma football replica jerseys, including those for 35 clubs and major tournaments like the Euro and Copa

Sustainability

Fashion Reinvented: The Rise Of Dissolvable Textiles From Gelatin

July 10, 2024

In a world where fashion trends change as swiftly as the seasons, a revolutionary innovation promises to transform the way we think about clothing. Imagine a T-shirt that you can wear a few times and, when you get bored of it, simply dissolve it in hot water to create a new garment. This is the […]

Fibre

Jutecell Fibre: An Innovative Fibre

July 10, 2024

Jutecell fibre is bio-compatible, environment-friendly and has applications in healthcare, fashion and home textiles sectors, writes Dr N. N. Mahapatra. Jutecell is a new type of cellulose fibre developed by special technical treatment of jute and kenaf as raw materials, which overcomes the disadvantages of natural hemp fibres, that are hard, thick, short and itchy to skin

Sustainability

Global Push Towards Circular Economy in Textiles Gains Momentum

July 9, 2024

In a landmark presentation at the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Forum, Valérie Boiten of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation outlined the crucial role of EPR in transitioning to a circular economy for textiles. Boiten emphasized the urgent need for a systemic shift in textile management, highlighting that approximately 12 million tonnes of textiles are introduced to

Sustainability

Garson & Shaw Report Calls For Transformative Shift Towards Circular Economy In Textile Industry

July 9, 2024

In a bid to address the mounting environmental challenges posed by the textile industry, the 2024 Garson & Shaw report highlights the critical need for substantial changes. The report highlights the burgeoning market for used textiles and the pivotal role of circularity in mitigating environmental impact. The textile industry’s rapid growth is paralleled by escalating

Product Launch & Innovation

Freudenberg Apparel Launches RCY 99xx Series of Recycled Polyester Shirt Interlinings

July 9, 2024

Freudenberg Performance Materials Apparel (Freudenberg Apparel) announced the global launch of the RCY 99xx series of recycled polyester (rPET) shirt interlinings. This innovative product line offers a sustainable alternative to Freudenberg’s renowned 95xx series, which has been a staple in the industry for over two decades. The 95xx series, celebrated for its unique

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

ZYOD Secures US$ 18 Mn In Series A Funding Led By RTP Global

June 30, 2024

ZYOD, a tech-enabled fashion manufacturing platform offering seamless solutions from design to delivery, has secured US$ 18 million in its Series A round of funding. This investment round was led by RTP Global and also saw participation from existing investors Lightspeed and Alteria Capital, as well as new investors Stride Ventures, Stride One and Trifecta […]

Sustainability

DVF Teams Up With Lenzing For Sustainable Fashion Revolution

June 21, 2024

Lenzing Group has teamed up with Diane von Furstenberg (DVF) to introduce TENCEL™ and LENZING™ ECOVERO™ branded fibers into mainstream fashion. These fibers, sourced from sustainably managed wood, are featured prominently in DVF’s latest collections of everyday fashion and accessories, available globally in both online and physical stores. The collaboration highlights a

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

SHEIN Launches SHEIN Exchange Resale Platform In Europe And UK

June 12, 2024

SHEIN has expanded its SHEIN Exchange resale platform to Europe and the UK, starting with France. The platform allows users to buy and sell previously owned SHEIN products through the SHEIN app. Following France, the platform will roll out in the UK and Germany in subsequent phases. With a streamlined interface, the SHEIN Exchange feature […]