Special Report

Skilling The Workforce Will Define India’s Textile Future

Textile Insights July 9, 2026

Strengthening collaboration between industry and academic institutions is essential to create structured talent pipelines aligned with real sector requirements, writes Ajay Ajmera When I arrived in Surat in 1992 as a 19-year-old with no formal education beyond Class 11, my first classroom was

Corporates

RSWM, NITRA Partner To Promote Commercialisation Of Milkweed Fibre Blended Yarn

Textile Insights July 6, 2026

RSWM Ltd has strengthened its collaboration with the Northern India Textile Research Association (NITRA) to accelerate the adoption and commercialisation of milkweed (calotropis) fibre blended yarn, a sustainable textile innovation that transforms naturally growing weeds into value-added fibre. The announcement was made during NITRA’s 52nd Foundation Day, where Om

Home Textiles

Nesterra Launches New Collection Celebrating Craftsmanship, Luxury And Performance

Textile Insights June 17, 2026

Nesterra, the home textiles brand from Sutlej Textiles and Industries Limited, part of the K.K. Birla Group, has unveiled its latest collection, a premium range that seamlessly blends design, craftsmanship, performance, and responsible manufacturing. Built around three distinct themes Featuring You, Flawless and Everyday Luxe, the collection offers an extensive portfolio

Corporates

Shree Renga Polyester Advances Sustainable Textiles With PLA Yarn Development

Textile Insights June 12, 2026

Shree Renga Polyester has successfully completed research and development work on Polylactic Acid (PLA)-based yarns, marking a significant milestone in its sustainability journey. The project was undertaken in collaboration with the South India Textile Research Association (SITRA) and received support from the Government of Tamil Nadu through a research grant. PLA is a

Fibre

DOST-PTRI Launches Banana Fibre Innovation Hub In Isabela

Textile Insights June 9, 2026

The Philippine textile sector has taken another step toward sustainable material innovation with the launch of a P6 million Natural Textile Innovation Hub in Benito Soliven, Isabela, an initiative designed to transform banana agricultural waste into high-value textile products while generating livelihood opportunities in rural communities. The project, spearheaded by the

Fibre

Nullarbor Biotech Fibre: The Sustainable Tree-Free Fibre

Textile Insights June 9, 2026

The production of Nanollose’s Nullarbor fibre impacts no trees or plants and uses very little water, significantly reducing the environmental footprint. This innovation represents the world’s first sustainable tree-free rayon fibre, writes Dr. N.N. Mahapatra As the environmental impact of the textile industry becomes more prominent, there is an increasing

Corporates

GC And Toray Develop 100% Bio-Based Nylon 6,6 Technology

Textile Insights May 29, 2026

PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC) and Toray Industries have successfully established a first-of-its-kind manufacturing technology for 100% bio-based nylon 6,6, marking a significant step toward sustainable material innovation. The breakthrough technology enables the production of bio-based adipic acid through the fermentation of bio-muconic acid derived from

Fabric

Kota Doria-Eri Silk Blend Project Targets Premium Global Handloom Market

Textile Insights May 21, 2026

India’s handloom sector is set to witness a new product development initiative with plans to create a premium fusion fabric by combining Rajasthan’s Kota Doria with Northeast India’s Eri Silk, targeting high-value domestic and export markets. The proposal was discussed during a meeting between Om Birla and a delegation led by Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry […]

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

Product Launch & Innovation

ECCO Launches First Shoe With Protein-Based Fibre

Textile Insights May 8, 2026

ECCO, in partnership with Spinnova, has introduced a limited-edition ECCO BIOM 720 shoe featuring an innovative protein-based fibre made from leather by-products. Developed through a collaboration that began in 2020, the technology converts leather waste such as wet blue shavings into durable textile fibres using a mechanical refining process, avoiding chemical treatments.