Tete-A-Tete

We Need Clear Focus and Strategic Planning to Build Capacities, Develop Infrastructure and Create Competitive Ecosystem: Gurudas Aras

Textile Insights February 16, 2025

Bharat Tex 2025, India’s largest global textile event, has successfully brought together industry players from across the textile value chain. Gurudas Aras shared his insights on the evolving trends at the exhibition and India’s preparedness to capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Event

Union Minister Of Textiles Giriraj Singh Visits Bharat Tex 2025

Textile Insights February 16, 2025

Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh visited Bharat Tex 2025 on its opening day at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Organized by a consortium of 12 Textile Export Promotion Councils and supported by the Ministry of Textiles, covering the entire textile value chain, from raw materials and fibres to finished products, technical textiles, home furnishings and […]

Tete-A-Tete

‘Backed By Reliance Industries, We’re Driven By Innovation And Ambition To Become One Of The World’s Leading Textile Giants’

Textile Insights February 9, 2025

Biji Chacko shares his strategic vision for the company in an exclusive interview with Henry Dsouza, Associate Editor of Textile Insights. With a steadfast focus on sustainability, advanced technology and operational efficiency, Chacko outlines how Alok Industries aims to redefine the global textile landscape. From embracing AI and renewable energy to capitalizing on

Financial Results

Welspun Living Continues Strong Growth With Sustainable Expansion In Q3FY25

Textile Insights February 3, 2025

Welspun Living Ltd., a global leader in home textiles and part of the US$ 3.6 billion Welspun Group, has announced its Q3FY25 financial results, showcasing a robust performance driven by sustainable business practices and innovation. The company reported a 3% year-on-year growth in consolidated revenue, reaching Rs 25,277 million for Q3FY25, while year-to-date (YTD)

Event

Heimtextil Trends 25/26: Solutions For A Sustainable Future

Textile Insights January 8, 2025

Retailers worldwide are grappling with price pressures, shifting consumer preferences, and growing demands for product longevity. Heimtextil Trends 25/26, curated by the Milan-based design platform Alcova, directly addresses these challenges, offering practical inspiration and solutions. Visitors can explore these trends in the Trend Arena, Hall 3.0, at Heimtextil from 14

Sustainability

Lenzing Tops 2024 Canopy Ranking For Sustainability Leadership

Textile Insights December 23, 2024

The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose fibres for the textile and nonwoven industries, secured first place in the prestigious 2024 Hot Button Ranking by the Canadian non-profit organization Canopy. Lenzing improved its score from 32 to 33 out of 40, earning a spot in the “Leading in CanopyStyle commitments” category, symbolized by […]

Sustainability

Bluesign And SCTI Propel Textile Sustainability With SCI Donation To ZDHC

Textile Insights August 10, 2024

In a landmark move for the textile industry, Bluesign and SCTI have donated the pioneering Sustainable Chemistry Index (SCI) Methodology to ZDHC. This strategic collaboration, announced on June 19, 2024, in Singapore, St. Gallen and Amsterdam, aims to transform chemical management across the textile, leather and fashion industries, addressing environmental impact

Tete-A-Tete

‘We Must Use Much Fewer Virgin Resources And Use All Green Energy’

Textile Insights August 10, 2024

To grow as an industry, we need to think about the development of the entire chain – from our raw material sources to finished products, says Anuj Bhagwati Can you share the key milestones and achievements of A.T.E. over the last decade? We have had some key accomplishments in both our established businesses as well […]

Sustainability

How Circular Economy Catalysts Are Leading The Way In Protecting Environment

July 10, 2024

By leveraging the efforts of Circular Economy Catalysts, the textile industry can significantly reduce its environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable future, write Dr P Alli Rani, Director and Dr TKS Lakshmi Priya, Adjunct Faculty at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International School of Textiles & Management, Coimbatore The circular economy is a

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