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Textile industry journalist covering the latest trends and developments in the global textile market.

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INDIA

Aspiring Chefs Shine at IHA’s Exciting Eggofest Culinary Challenge

The Indian Hotel Academy (IHA) recently hosted the much-anticipated Buddy Chef Culinary Competition – Eggofest, a dynamic platform for aspiring chefs to showcase their...

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Aspiring Chefs Shine at IHA’s Exciting Eggofest Culinary Challenge
GLOBAL

Asteks 2025 Yılında İhracat Pazarlarında Değerini ve Gücünü Daha da Artırmaya Odaklanıyor

Asteks 2025 Yılında İhracat Pazarlarında Değerini ve Gücünü Daha da Artırmaya Odaklanıyor 13/02/2025/ELYAF & İPLİK, ETEXTILEMAGAZINE 2025 yılında ihracat hedefini artıran Asteks, katılacağı 6...

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Asteks 2025 Yılında İhracat Pazarlarında Değerini ve Gücünü Daha da Artırmaya Odaklanıyor
APPAREL

Australia’s apparel imports rise 9.7% to $4.15 bn in Jul-Dec 2024

Australia’s apparel imports rise 9.7% to $4.15 bn in Jul-Dec 2024

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Australia’s apparel imports rise 9.7% to $4.15 bn in Jul-Dec 2024
GLOBAL

Balancing free global data flows may deliver better results: WTO, OECD

Balancing free global data flows may deliver better results: WTO, OECD

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Balancing free global data flows may deliver better results: WTO, OECD
GLOBAL

Baldwin TexCoat™ G4 Teknolojisine Sahip Monforts Montex Denemeler İçin Hazır

Baldwin TexCoat™ G4 Teknolojisine Sahip Monforts Montex Denemeler İçin Hazır 13/02/2025/BOYA BASKI TERBİYE, ETEXTILEMAGAZINE Monforts, Almanya’nın Mönchengladbach kentindeki İleri Teknoloji Merkezi’nde (ATC) Baldwin TexCoat™...

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Baldwin TexCoat™ G4 Teknolojisine Sahip Monforts Montex Denemeler İçin Hazır
HOME-TEXTILES

Dünya Halı Sektörü Türkiye’de Buluştu

Dünya Halı Sektörü Türkiye’de Buluştu 13/02/2025/ETEXTILEMAGAZINE, GÜNDEM Türk halıcılık sektörünün ilkini geçen yıl düzenlediği ve büyük ilgi çeken Carpet and Flooring Expo’nun (CFE) ikincisi...

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Dünya Halı Sektörü Türkiye’de Buluştu
INDUSTRIAL

Dutch manufacturing output down by over 4% in Dec 2024

Calendar-adjusted output of the Dutch manufacturing sector was 4.4 per cent lower year on year (YoY) in December last year, according to Statistics Netherlands...

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Dutch manufacturing output down by over 4% in Dec 2024
ASIA

EBFCI Hosts ‘Business Beyond Borders’ in Sylhet, Strengthening Economic Ties Between Europe and Bangladesh

EBFCI Hosts ‘Business Beyond Borders’ in Sylhet, Strengthening Economic Ties Between Europe and Bangladesh By

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EBFCI Hosts ‘Business Beyond Borders’ in Sylhet, Strengthening Economic Ties Between Europe and Bangladesh
INDUSTRIAL

EU-funded tExtended Project launches second phase, aiming to reduce textile waste by 80% through industrial-urban symbiosis demonstrator

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EU-funded tExtended Project launches second phase, aiming to reduce textile waste by 80% through industrial-urban symbiosis demonstrator
EUROPE

Europe’s maritime sector needs to do more to meet EU environment goals

Europe’s maritime sector needs to do more to meet EU environment goals

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Europe’s maritime sector needs to do more to meet EU environment goals
GLOBAL

Flax and hemp focus at JEC World 2025

Natural fibres increasingly finding new applications in automotive, architecture and industrial design. !assets/images/facade-611x408-boxed.jpg “The new Cité Scolaire Internationale Jacques Chirac building in Marseille. ©...

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Flax and hemp focus at JEC World 2025
ASIA

Global cotton leaders set to exhibit at Yarn Expo Spring 2025

Global cotton leaders set to exhibit at Yarn Expo Spring 2025

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Global cotton leaders set to exhibit at Yarn Expo Spring 2025
APPAREL

HimGra Showcases Sustainable Innovations at Bharat Tex 2025!

HimGra, a trailblazer in sustainable textiles, is set to make waves at Bharat Tex 2025, India’s largest global textile event, taking place at Bharat...

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HimGra Showcases Sustainable Innovations at Bharat Tex 2025!
GLOBAL

If we implement better policies, our Textile sector will advance

If we implement better policies, our Textile sector will advance By

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If we implement better policies, our Textile sector will advance
SYNTHETIC

IFC’den Küçükçalık Gruba 50 Milyon Dolarlık Yatırım

IFC’den Küçükçalık Gruba 50 Milyon Dolarlık Yatırım 13/02/2025/ETEXTILEMAGAZINE, GÜNDEM IFC’nin 50 milyon dolarlık finansmanı, Küçükçalık Grubu’nun döngüsel ekonomi uygulamalarını ilerletmesini ve yenilenebilir enerji kullanımını...

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IFC’den Küçükçalık Gruba 50 Milyon Dolarlık Yatırım
GLOBAL

India, South Korea sign MoU to boost logistics cooperation

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in logistics and infrastructure development between the department for promotion of industry and internal trade (DPIIT), government...

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India, South Korea sign MoU to boost logistics cooperation
FASHION

Karotoa Green Spinning Mills Ltd has outlined an ambitious plan for 2025- focusing on growth, innovation and sustainability

Karotoa Green Spinning Mills Ltd has outlined an ambitious plan for 2025- focusing on growth, innovation and sustainability By

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Karotoa Green Spinning Mills Ltd has outlined an ambitious plan for 2025- focusing on growth, innovation and sustainability
INNOVATION

Naturepedic expands leadership team with new chief growth officer

Chagrin Falls, Ohio – Coming off double-digit sales growth last year, Naturepedic is positioning itself to exceed its year-over-year sales numbers this year. The...

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Naturepedic expands leadership team with new chief growth officer
FASHION

Rugs USA partners with designer Arvin Olano for new line

Cranbury, N.J. — Rugs USA has partnered with designer Arvin Olano to add several new rugs to his collection. Olano is known for his...

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Rugs USA partners with designer Arvin Olano for new line
APPAREL

SHIMA SEIKI to Exhibit at DTG 2025

SHIMA SEIKI to Exhibit at DTG 2025 By

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SHIMA SEIKI to Exhibit at DTG 2025
ASIA

Strategies for China to diversify textile exports amid US tariffs

Strategies for China to diversify textile exports amid US tariffs

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Strategies for China to diversify textile exports amid US tariffs
APPAREL

The British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) is alerting apparel brands, retailers and their supply chain partners to an important change

The British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) is alerting apparel brands, retailers and their supply chain partners to an important change

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The British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) is alerting apparel brands, retailers and their supply chain partners to an important change
COTTON

T-SCAN: Indian customers confirm impressive performance

Removing foreign parts from cotton is a challenging task. That’s why our T-SCAN technology features multiple modules that detect contaminations and reliably eject them...

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T-SCAN: Indian customers confirm impressive performance
EUROPE

UK manufacturing exporters fear impact of US tariffs: BCC survey

UK manufacturing exporters fear impact of US tariffs: BCC survey

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UK manufacturing exporters fear impact of US tariffs: BCC survey
TRENDS

US' Edgewell Q1 FY25 sales drop 2.1% YoY to $478.4 mn, organic 1.3%

American consumer products company Edgewell Personal Care has reported net sales of $478.4 million in the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal 2025 (FY25) ended...

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US' Edgewell Q1 FY25 sales drop 2.1% YoY to $478.4 mn, organic 1.3%
GLOBAL

US' Tailored Brands appoints new EVP & chief customer officer

Tailored Brands, Inc. (the “Company”) has named Whit Alexander as its new executive vice president and chief customer officer, effective February 24, 2025. Mr. Alexander joins Tailored...

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US' Tailored Brands appoints new EVP & chief customer officer
APPAREL

US textiles & apparel imports grow 2.6% to $107 bn in 2024

US textiles & apparel imports grow 2.6% to $107 bn in 2024

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US textiles & apparel imports grow 2.6% to $107 bn in 2024
WOOL

Wool the key to carbon neutrality for Allbirds

Minimalist design principles and regenerative farming practices achieve landmark footprint. !assets/images/allbirds-758x408-boxed.jpg “© Allbirds”)

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Wool the key to carbon neutrality for Allbirds
FASHION

8 days to deadline for HTT’s NY Market issue

!assets/images/htt-product-pages-full-300x160-3.jpg “htt-product-pages-full-300x160-3”) New York – We are now at work on the print edition of HTT’s big New York Home Fashions Market issue! Any...

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8 days to deadline for HTT’s NY Market issue
APPAREL

A wide selection of high-quality sewing and embroidery machines will be on display at ITCPE on May 19-20! We welcome you to visit and explore our offerings!

A wide selection of high-quality sewing and embroidery machines will be on display at ITCPE on May 19-20! We welcome you to visit and...

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A wide selection of high-quality sewing and embroidery machines will be on display at ITCPE on May 19-20! We welcome you to visit and explore our offerings!
COTTON

Afghanistan’s cotton production rises by 30%: NSIA

Afghanistan’s cotton production rises by 30%: NSIA

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Afghanistan’s cotton production rises by 30%: NSIA
WEAVING

bluesign®’ın Yeni Sistem Ortağı: Everest

bluesign®’ın Yeni Sistem Ortağı: Everest 12/02/2025/ETEXTILEMAGAZINE, GÜNDEM Tekstil endüstrisi için önde gelen küresel sürdürülebilirlik çözümleri sağlayıcısı bluesign®, genişleyen denim girişiminin bir parçası olarak Everest...

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bluesign®’ın Yeni Sistem Ortağı: Everest
APPAREL

Building a textile technology backbone in Bangladesh

Building a textile technology backbone in Bangladesh

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Building a textile technology backbone in Bangladesh
INDUSTRIAL

Consumer Price Index reports increase in inflation

Washington — It’s not just egg prices that are rising. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U)...

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Consumer Price Index reports increase in inflation
ASIA

Contractionary stance for longer period with high policy rate will hamper private sector growth; Dhaka Chamber

Contractionary stance for longer period with high policy rate will hamper private sector growth; Dhaka Chamber By

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Contractionary stance for longer period with high policy rate will hamper private sector growth; Dhaka Chamber
SUSTAINABLE

Decoding Business Energy Options: When Expert Guidance Matters

Navigating the complexity of commercial energy in today’s competitive energy market may be daunting. With rising energy prices and the increased relevance of sustainability,...

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Decoding Business Energy Options: When Expert Guidance Matters
APPAREL

Functionality, sustainability prominent as Intertextile Apparel reveals highlighted exhibitors for spring showcase

Functionality, sustainability prominent as Intertextile Apparel reveals highlighted exhibitors for spring showcase By

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Functionality, sustainability prominent as Intertextile Apparel reveals highlighted exhibitors for spring showcase
SYNTHETIC

Ganni commits to Ambercycle’s cycora

Circular alternative to conventional polyester diverte waste from landfills. !assets/images/ganni-713x408-boxed.jpg “© Ganni”)

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Ganni commits to Ambercycle’s cycora
HOME-TEXTILES

Here’s your chance to weigh in on what’s happening in the industry HTT survey

!assets/images/jennifer-marks-column-shot-300x161-2.jpg “jennifer-marks-column-shot-300x161-2”)During times of turbulence, the question suppliers always ask is: “What is everybody else saying?” That is why Home Textiles Today is launching...

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Here’s your chance to weigh in on what’s happening in the industry  HTT survey
SILK

How Do You Spin When Your Hands are Dry?

How Do You Spin When Your Hands are Dry? Don’t ignore your most valuable spinning tool!

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How Do You Spin When Your Hands are Dry?
INNOVATION

How to Launch Your Own Small Business: 10 Key Recommendations

Starting a small business can be an exhilarating yet daunting journey. From shaping your business idea to establishing seamless payment systems, every action plays...

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How to Launch Your Own Small Business: 10 Key Recommendations
EUROPE

Leo Robot için Gelen Talepler Beklentilerimizi Aştı

Leo Robot için Gelen Talepler Beklentilerimizi Aştı 12/02/2025/ETEXTILEMAGAZINE, İTALYA, ÖZEL DOSYALAR, RÖPORTAJ Fadis Satış Müdürü Raffaella Carabelli, “Sektörün Leo Robot’a tepkisi aşırı derecede olumlu...

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Leo Robot için Gelen Talepler Beklentilerimizi Aştı
FASHION

Love Beyond Limits: Huts & Looms Redefines Valentine’s Day

Huts and Looms, one of India’s fastest-growing artisan-first handloom marketplaces, is thrilled to announce its Valentine’s Day campaign, ‘Love Beyond Limits’. This initiative redefines...

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Love Beyond Limits: Huts & Looms Redefines Valentine’s Day
GLOBAL

Nutrient-Rich Vegan Breakfast Ideas For Busy Mornings

The first meal of your day should be full of nutrition. This will be helpful to push you towards a day. With a long-lasting...

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Nutrient-Rich Vegan Breakfast Ideas For Busy Mornings
INNOVATION

Patagonia Advances Sustainable Color Management with DeSL Technology

Patagonia’s adoption of DeSL’s CLM solution has significantly improved efficiency, sustainability, and supplier collaboration. This move aligns with the brand’s ongoing commitment to innovation...

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Patagonia Advances Sustainable Color Management with DeSL Technology
FASHION

Sweden's Lindex Group reports slight revenue decline of 1.2% in 2024

Swedish fashion chain Lindex Group has recorded revenue of €940.1 million (~$968.6 million) for the full fiscal ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of...

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Sweden's Lindex Group reports slight revenue decline of 1.2% in 2024
APPAREL

Texworld/Apparel Sourcing Paris

Texworld/Apparel Sourcing Paris By

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Texworld/Apparel Sourcing Paris
FASHION

The versatility of Naia™ Renew staple fiber in the spotlight at Première Vision Paris 2025

The versatility of Naia™ Renew staple fiber in the spotlight at Première Vision Paris 2025

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The versatility of Naia™ Renew staple fiber in the spotlight at Première Vision Paris 2025
ASIA

Total revenue of Vietnam's top 5 e-com platforms up 37.36% YoY in 2024

The total revenue of Vietnam’s five leading e-commerce platforms—Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, Tiki, and Sendo—reached VND318.9 trillion ($12.51 billion) last year, reflecting a 37.36-per...

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Total revenue of Vietnam's top 5 e-com platforms up 37.36% YoY in 2024
COTTON

T-SCAN: Indian customers confirm impressive performance for Trützschler

T-SCAN: Indian customers confirm impressive performance for Trützschler

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T-SCAN: Indian customers confirm impressive performance for Trützschler
CHINA

US-China trade restrictions as expected, further risks loom: Fitch

The recent bilateral trade restrictions announced by the United States and China align with the Fitch base case assumptions for China and China-based issuers,...

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US-China trade restrictions as expected, further risks loom: Fitch
GLOBAL

Uster FiberQ ile Sunulan Abonelik Paketi, Sagar için Yüksek Kalite ve Verimlilik Sağlıyor

Uster FiberQ ile Sunulan Abonelik Paketi, Sagar için Yüksek Kalite ve Verimlilik Sağlıyor 12/02/2025/ELYAF & İPLİK, ETEXTILEMAGAZINE Uster FiberQ otomatik hammadde yönetimi, Hindistan’ın önde...

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Uster FiberQ ile Sunulan Abonelik Paketi, Sagar için Yüksek Kalite ve Verimlilik Sağlıyor
COTTON

WASDE projects higher global cotton production, stocks & exports

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has predicted a higher cotton production of 120.46 million bales, each weighing 480 pounds, in its February...

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WASDE projects higher global cotton production, stocks & exports
TRENDS

5 Tips for Operating a Grout Cleaning Machine Safely

There’s a peculiar satisfaction in watching groutgo from grimy grey to gleaming white. A grout-cleaning machine, though unassuming, can be a powerful ally in...

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5 Tips for Operating a Grout Cleaning Machine Safely
FASHION

9 days to deadline for HTT’s NY Market issue

!assets/images/htt-product-pages-full-300x160-2.jpg “htt-product-pages-full-300x160-2”) New York – We are now at work on the print edition of HTT’s big New York Home Fashions Market issue! Any...

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9 days to deadline for HTT’s NY Market issue
APPAREL

A Sustainable Approach by BGAPMEA: Paving the Way for a Greener Future

A Sustainable Approach by BGAPMEA: Paving the Way for a Greener Future By

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A Sustainable Approach by BGAPMEA: Paving the Way for a Greener Future
APPAREL

A wide selection of high-quality sewing and embroidery machines will be on display at ITCPE from May 19-20, 2025

A wide selection of high-quality sewing and embroidery machines will be on display at ITCPE from May 19-20, 2025

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A wide selection of high-quality sewing and embroidery machines will be on display at ITCPE from May 19-20, 2025
SUSTAINABLE

American brand Macy's appoints Barbie Cameron as chief stores officer

Macy’s Inc. (NYSE: M) announced that Barbie Cameron has been appointed Chief Stores Officer of Macy’s, effective February 16. Barbie most recently served as...

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American brand Macy's appoints Barbie Cameron as chief stores officer
GLOBAL

Budget Impact: Tax Relief & GCC Growth – Sumit Mitra

The latest budget brings promising tax relief, paving the way for increased consumer spending and economic momentum. Sumit Mitra, CEO of Tesco Business Solutions,...

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Budget Impact: Tax Relief & GCC Growth – Sumit Mitra
GLOBAL

Color of the Century? Paint company Dunn-Edwards makes the call

Los Angeles – Paint company Dunn-Edwards has bypassed the Color of the Year to instead declare the Color of the Century. Viridian Odyssey, a...

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Color of the Century? Paint company Dunn-Edwards makes the call