Policies

Gujarat Textile Policy 2024: Comprehensive Incentives To Propel Sustainable Growth

Textile Insights October 17, 2024

Gujarat, a leading textile hub of India, has announced its Textile Policy 2024, designed to boost investments, support local enterprises and promote sustainable manufacturing practices. The policy provides a mix of capital subsidies, interest relief, payroll assistance and infrastructure

Industry

Textile Ministry Drawing Roadmap To Take Industry To The Next Level

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

The Union textile ministry is in the process of creating a comprehensive roadmap which, on the one hand, aims to address on dealing with a wide range of existing issues hampering the growth and, on the other hand, it aims to chart an action plan to achieve the targeted growth strategies in a more inclusive […]

Product Launch & Innovation

Matter And Paradise Launch World’s First Textile Microfibre Filter

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

British climate tech company Matter and Paradise Textiles, the material science and innovation hub of the Alpine Group, have announced a groundbreaking project to bring Matter’s Regen for Textile Production to market. Regen is the world’s first microfibre filter specifically designed for textile manufacturers, aimed at tackling the critical issue of global microfibre

Sustainability

Reju CEO Patrik Frisk Launches ‘Regeneration Hub Zero’ For Sustainable Textile Production

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

In a significant stride toward sustainable textile manufacturing, Reju CEO Patrik Frisk, who formerly served as CEO of Under Armour, is leading an innovative project called Regeneration Hub Zero. This groundbreaking facility is dedicated to processing discarded textiles into Reju Polyester, a high-quality material that boasts a lower carbon footprint than conventional

Industry

Solar Thermal Solutions For Textile Industry’s Net-Zero Emission Goal

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

As the textile industry grapples with its significant carbon footprint, the need for low-carbon energy sources is crucial for achieving net-zero emissions. Solar thermal technology, though less prominent than other renewable energy sources, offers a promising alternative for decarbonizing industrial heating processes. Unlike solar photovoltaics (PV) that generate

Sustainability

Microban And CiCLO Partner To Enhance Sustainability In Textiles

Textile Insights September 9, 2024

Microban International, a leader in antimicrobial solutions, has teamed up with CiCLO Technology, a pioneer in reducing microfibre pollution, to integrate advanced sustainability features into synthetic fibres, yarns and fabrics. This strategic partnership combines Microban’s superior odor control and antimicrobial protection with CiCLO’s biodegradable technology to offer

Corporates

IDF Technology Drives Textile Waste Upcycling In India

Textile Insights August 27, 2024

Trützschler and Gimatex: A Partnership for Innovation Since their collaboration began in 2006, Trützschler and Gimatex have successfully worked together on numerous projects. Gimatex Industries Pvt. Ltd., a family-owned company with over 125 years of history, has adopted Trützschler’s Integrated Draw Frame (IDF) technology to transform textile waste into valuable ring

Corporates

Vardhman Textiles And EY Parthenon Launch GreenWeave Initiative

Textile Insights August 22, 2024

Vardhman Textiles Ltd., a leading Indian textile manufacturer, has announced a joint initiative with EY Parthenon (EYP), a global leader in strategy consulting services, named “GreenWeave.” Through this collaboration, EYP will serve as Vardhman’s trusted strategy advisor, guiding them in value creation through Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Net

Special Report

The Role Of Technology In The Future Growth Of Indian Textile Industry

July 10, 2024

The integration of technology in textile manufacturing is not just about adopting new tools but about reimagining the entire production process, writes N. Chandran The Indian textile industry’s rich heritage can be traced back to the Indus Valley civilisation, while modern textile manufacturing flourished in the 19th century. Being one of the biggest employment

Corporates

Bluesign Achieves Milestone With 25,000 Chemical Products In Finder

June 16, 2024

Bluesign Technologies has achieved a significant milestone by listing 25,000 chemical products in its esteemed bluesign® FINDER. Each product listed in the bluesign® FINDER is bluesign® APPROVED, signifying adherence to rigorous standards of sustainable chemistry and compliance with Restricted Substances List (RSL) requirements. This commitment ensures cleaner production