Urgent action needed to revive the Indian garment industry
In a classic case of administrative delays hampering development, tax refunds worth Rs 5,000 crore ( .70 billion) are pending with the government. In March 2019, the government introduced a new scheme for the garment exports sector. Called the Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (RoSCTL), the scheme sought to ... Read more
Uster partners with Chinese company Esquel
It takes a special kind of focus for a company to achieve the status of a recognized ‘industry leader’. Maintaining that position is even more challenging, with a constant drive for maximum efficiency, optimized quality and total customer satisfaction. The Chinese company Esquel has exactly those attributes... Read more
US-China tariff battle ends with trade deal, apparel sector unhappy with de…
"United States will reduce the 15 per cent tariffs imposed on a wide range of Chinese consumer goods by half and also cancel another round of tariffs implemented in December. On its part, China will buy an additional $12.5 billion worth of agricultural products from the US in the first year and $19.5 billion worth of g... Read more
Product quality, infrastructure to help Bangladesh counter Ethiopian challe…
"Giving tough competition to Bangladesh, Ethiopia has emerged strong as a sourcing destination for apparels. However, how much Bangladesh needs to fear its new rival is a question being raised by many experts. The Ethiopian government is investing lots of efforts in promoting its apparel industry. The country is invest... Read more
More operational investments to help brands grow, manage unsold inventory
"Sound inventory management is gaining importance as this year around 11 of the 16 major retail companies globally, selling apparel, footwear or accessories, filed for bankruptcy. Majority of companies are dominated by private label products. Poor inventory management is driving retailers to such dire straits who have ... Read more
With growing popularity of licensed apparels, Disney clinches new brand dea…
"Disney fashion was the exclusive prerogative of kids not so long ago but today, even fashion-conscious youngsters are choosing to wear Disney inspired apparels and accessories. Having seen the market potential Gucci at a recent runway show held at Le Palace in Paris by unveiled a $4,500 plastic purse shaped in the for... Read more
Fashion to become more sustainable with rise in manmade fibers and finer ga…
The world’s leading provider of industrial machine needles, precision parts and fine tools, Groz Beckert Asia offers its customers systems and services for production and joining of textile fabrics. The company, founded in 1852, employs more than 9,000 people and has production sites in Germany, Belgium, the Czec... Read more
'We plan to increase RTW exports to Europe and America in the next two year…
"After a successful four decades experience in the home furnishing segment, Medusa Source ventured into the fashion apparel business. The company supplies garments to some of the top brands of North America, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Asia Pacific and Australia. It follows the best modern supply side practices... Read more
Ecommerce technologies changing shopping experiences across India
The world's sixth-largest economy, India also has the world’s youngest population. According to India Brand Equity Foundation, this will boost consumer expenditure in the country to $3.6 trillion by next year as emerging new technologies is changing the overall shopping experiences. As Prasad Shejale, Founder an... Read more
Turkey’s cotton production gets government’s policy boost
"An important link between Europe and Asia, Turkey is a significant exporter of cotton and cotton products to the European Union. The country's textile exporters are known for their fast order response time and higher quality products. Nearly 36,000 companies operate in the sector. The EU remains the leading market for... Read more
The Fairyland for Fashion is creating dimensions for fashion industries
"The Fairyland for Fashion represents a unique location where visitors can make contact with the main international suppliers for fabrics (cotton, denim, silk, linen and hemp, wool, leather and related materials, synthetic fibres, suiting, embroidery and lace, jacquard, plain or printed fabrics, etc.), finished clothin... Read more
A great year ahead for the Turel Group as demand for machines grows
Banking on the growing demand for its machines, Turel Group expects 2020 to be a great year for the company.Viraf Turel, Chairman expounds on the company’s operations, future plans and the market in Ludhiana Unperturbed by the economic recession, the Turel Group of companies grew by 20 per cent in 2019. ... Read more
Texworld Paris 2020 offers range of diversity
Texworld Paris, international offer of fabrics, supplies and accessories through nearly 750 exhibitors from more than 25 countries. There is always a new player in cotton, wool, linen and silk notably from China, India and Korea. An exceptional offer is also expected from the print and jacquard sectors, which contains ... Read more
Localisation, Technology and Spinternet gain attention
"Globalisation is leading to a reformation in thinking of global economies that are shifting their focus to localisation. Now, wars are being raged over tech, rather than trade. The new economic paradigms, emerging in response to world’s social, environment, political and economic challenges, call for new rules o... Read more
Rental fashion to be grab the limelight in 2020
Starting a new trend, Banana Republic launched its own rental services in 2019. However, the road ahead seems challenging as even big rental companies like Rent the Runway have been facing tough times of late. The company faced several service glitches in 2019 and even had to shut down its subscription facilities for a... Read more
Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada 2020 plans comprehensive trade additions wi…
Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada, one of the renowned international sourcing event focused on the North American apparel, textile, and fashion sectors is proud to announce that it will be doing its fifth annual edition at a new venue, the Toronto Congress Centre, August 17th to 19th 2020. ATSC 2020 is expec... Read more
Pure London shares womenswear edit and debut Barbara Hulanicki collection “…
The incredible founder and designer of Biba, Barbara Hulanicki has collaborated with slow-fashion ethical label Flare Street for a new AW20 collection which will be launching in the UK at Pure London. Barbara has created a hand-drawn textile design exclusively for Flare Street featuring on a range of modern and meticul... Read more
Dr. A Sakthivel takes charge as the new Chairman of AEPC
"Padma Shri Dr. A Sakthivel has taken over as the new chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council from January 6, 2020. He was elected to the Board of Directors of Apparel Export Promotion Council in the year 1982 and has served the council for almost four decades. He is also the first person in the history of AEP... Read more
Quality consciousness, cost management to help textile manufacturers beat c…
“The knitting industry has grown over the past few years with over 4,500 machines making knitted shoe uppers in New Delhi today,” notes Rajesh Bihani, Managing Director, RI Texsolutions, a company engaged in manufacturing knitted shoe uppers for adults and children. Dismal outlook for future However, the ... Read more
Asia loses its shine with many European brands exiting the market
"Reversing a two-decade long policy of expansion, European fashion brands are turning away from the Asian market. Decreasing consumer expenditure amid the US-China trade war is luring brands away from the Asian markets with challenges like Brexit and protests and strikes further adding to woes. Brands like Germany-base... Read more
Accountability to increase sustainability quotient of fashion industry
"The $2.5 trillion fashion industry accounts for 10 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Most of this damage is caused during the production and processing of garments especially those made from synthetic materials. These synthetic materials are sourced from fossil fuel and account for over 60 per cent of all f... Read more
US apparel retailers to buck slowdown with new initiatives in 2020
"Both department stores and apparel retailers in the US lost ground in 2019 as consumers increasingly turned to online shopping. Worst affected were stores like Macy’s and Gap, along with Kohl’s Corp., L Brands Inc. and Nordstorm Inc., which emerged as the poorest-performing individual stocks on the S&P... Read more
Brands opt to overhaul operations to reach sustainability goals
"The realisation that fashion is one of the most polluting industries in the world is also impacting consumer behavior. For instance, Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg took a zero-emissions sailboat to New York for the UN’s climate conference this summer instead of the regular airplane. Similarly, brand H&a... Read more
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Three-day Garment Technology Expo in New Delhi from January 10
Garment Technology Expo (GTE) will be held in New Delhi, January 10 to 13, 2020. This trade show will bring together businesses from across the apparel manufacturing indu... Read more
Stäubli showcases weaving and knitting innovations at ITMACH India 2019
Stäubli presented its latest textile machines for weaving and knitting at ITMACH India 2019. The company showcased its new TIEPRO warp tying machine, S1692 cam motio... Read more
Italian Trade Agency, ACIMIT to organise a service centre at Irantex
Italian Trade Agency and ACIMIT, the Association of Italian textile machinery manufacturers, will organise Punto Italia, a service centre at the next Irantex, the main Ir... Read more
Karl Mayer’s new machine reduces time-to-market
Karl Mayer’s new RSJ 4/1 ON raschel machine reduces the time-to-market and brings a touch of individuality to the mass market. The machine exploits all the advantag... Read more
Oerlikon’s Wings Fdy available for polyamide 6
Oerlikon’s Wings Fdy is now available for the polyamide 6 process. With this development, the tried and-tested Wings technology – so far known for Fdy yarns f... Read more
Saurer to showcase new machines at ITME Africa 2020
Saurer will showcase spinning and embroidery machines at ITME Africa 2020 expo that will be hel... Read more
Stella McCartney launches new collection of biodegradable jeans
UK fashion designer Stella McCartney has launched a new collection of biodegradable jeans in pa... Read more
India to raise its fashion exports to $300 billion by 2025
Non-profit agency Invest India’s latest data foresees, Indian textile and fashion exports... Read more
Burberry to hold Autumn/Winter 2020 runway show in Shanghai
Burberry, the British luxury fashion giant, plans to hold its Fall 2020 runway show in Shanghai... Read more
New technologies, investments, compliance to aid industry growth
Technology is making big strides across the global apparel industry. However, India lags ... Read more
Kingtex embarks on India expansion amidst market slowdown
Established in 1967, Kingtex is a Taiwan-based textile machinery manufacturer involved in makin... Read more
NCTO talks on Signing of Phase One Deal on 301 Tariffs
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), shows the full spectrum of U.S. textiles ... Read more
Pakistan’s APTMA opposes more charges for electricity
All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has opposed Pakistan government’s decision... Read more
Ireland to reduce plastic and fast fashion waste
Ireland has formulated a ‘radical’ new strategy to focus on reducing plastic packag... Read more
Accord to cease operations from May 2010
Set up by top European clothing brands to check worker safety standards in Bangladesh, Accord w... Read more
Factory closures affect Bangladesh apparel segment
Many factories in Bangladesh’s readymade garment sector are shutting down. Almost 60 garm... Read more
Ludhiana’s hosiery sector waits for refunds
Ludhiana’s hosiery industry is troubled by delays in refunds. The delays pertain primaril... Read more
India offers exporters ad hoc incentive
Exporters of apparel and made-ups in India will be entitled to a special one-time additional ad... Read more
Indo-Canadian streetwear brand Sevin Kasran infuses modern with traditional…
Sevin Kasran’s design language merges the modern and the traditional. This streetwear bra... Read more
Shandong Ruyi put on blacklist with its inability to pay off debts
Chinese trading company Shandong Ruyi is having difficulties paying off debts. A textile group ... Read more
BenQ announces the launch of Xpore
BenQ materials is excited to announce the launch of Xpore, a ground-breaking new technology for... Read more
C.L.A.S.S. participates at the World Economic Forum in Davos
C.L.A.S.S. eco hub with UN-related platform Fashion 4 Development Solutions at World Economic F... Read more
Italian Fashion World agrees to manifesto in promoting diversity
The Italian National Fashion Chamber is upholding a diversity agenda among Milan’s major ... Read more
China Phase 1 Trade Deal brings boost for U.S. Cotton
The National Cotton Council thinks the Phase 1 trade deal with China signed today by President ... Read more
Lenzing launches sustainable reforestation project in Albania
Lenzing initiated a project in Albania designed to promote sustainable forestry and improve loc... Read more
EUROJERSEY presents the SS 2021 Ready-to-Wear Collection with comforting fa…
EUROJERSEY brings Sensitive Fabrics a new collection called "conscious tech". A new feeling, a ... Read more
Saurer joins the ITME Africa 2020
Saurer’s to bring more extensive spinning offerings, at the exhibition which will enable ... Read more
Kornit Digital to showcase new DTG print systems at Impressions Expo Long B…
Kornit Digital (Nasdaq: KRNT), a global market leader in digital textile printing technology, a... Read more
Puma associates with Psv Eindhoven
Sportswear celebrated company PUMA has entered into a new long- term partnership with PSV Eindh... Read more
Central Asia curbs cotton exports
Cotton consumption in Central Asia is expanding significantly. These countries are curbing expo... Read more
Diesel Partners to develop sustainable denim strategy
Diesel, the Italian denim brand has partnered sustainability and communications consultancy com... Read more
Mill sector calls for government intervention to control cotton prices
Troubled over the steep escalation in cotton prices and the Cotton Corporation of India’s... Read more
Lycra offers startling innovations
Lycra’s ground-breaking innovations include LycraFitSense, LycraMyFit, LycraEcoMade and P... Read more
Bangladesh lists focus areas for garment products
Bangladesh will focus on certain garment products for value addition and exports. The global ma... Read more
Vietnam’s cotton imports dip
In 2019, Vietnam’s exports of textiles and garments were up eight per cent year on year. ... Read more
Vietnam faces a dip in orders as buyers shift to cheaper countries
Vietnamese textile manufacturers are seeing orders decline as buyers are moving to other, cheap... Read more
Hemp Horizons to expand into fashion
Indian start-up dealing in hemp-based products, Hemp Horizons is looking to expand into the fas... Read more
Techtextil India promotes technical textiles across 13 contingents
The 7th edition of Techtextil India, 2019 promoted a gamut of technical textile solutions from ... Read more
Competitors thwart Indian apparel exports
The ongoing global trade war has opened doors for Indian apparel exporters. However, it would r... Read more
Turkish yarn exports fall six per cent
In 2019, Turkish yarn exports decreased 6.1 per cent. Exports of home textiles increased 1.8 pe... Read more
Chinese products selling on Amazon in the US
Chinese manufacturers are selling products to US consumers through Amazon. And they are succeed... Read more
Investments to fuel development of Indian Garment Industry
Representing most exporters in the NCR, the Garment Exporters Manufacturers Association is the ... Read more
Tommy Hilfiger, shares finalists of the 2019 Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Frontie…
The global program uplifts to support entrepreneurial start-up and scale-up businesses developi... Read more