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

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INDIA

India's digital economy to contribute one-fifth of GDP by 2030: MeitY

India’s digital economy is expected to grow almost twice as fast as the overall economy, contributing to nearly one-fifth of national income by 2030,...

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India's digital economy to contribute one-fifth of GDP by 2030: MeitY
GLOBAL

JEC World 2025 Award for Cobra

Recyclable epoxy resins and recycled raw materials form basis of collection. !assets/images/cob-496x408-boxed.jpg “© Cobra International”)

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JEC World 2025 Award for Cobra
EUROPE

Loepfe’den Her Koşulda Akıllı Temizleme Sistemi: P-Clearing

Loepfe’den Her Koşulda Akıllı Temizleme Sistemi: P-Clearing 27/01/2025/ELYAF & İPLİK, ETEXTILEMAGAZINE Loepfe yıllardır polipropilen temizlemede uzmanlaşmanın ön saflarında yer alıyor ve Prisma bu uzmanlığın...

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Loepfe’den Her Koşulda Akıllı Temizleme Sistemi: P-Clearing
EUROPE

Source Fashion Announces Source Debates Agenda

Source Fashion Announces Source Debates Agenda By

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Source Fashion Announces Source Debates Agenda
COTTON

US upland cotton sales up 10%, Pima cotton also Shows Growth: USDA report

US upland cotton sales up 10%, Pima cotton also Shows Growth: USDA report

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US upland cotton sales up 10%, Pima cotton also Shows Growth: USDA report
WEAVING

What’s missing in this photo? YOU!

What’s missing in this photo? YOU! Save the date for SOAR 2025, Spin Off’s annual autumn retreat, coming October 12–17.

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What’s missing in this photo? YOU!
APPAREL

Bangladesh Showcasing Global Leather Excellence in 19th Cairo Int’l Leather Fair 2025

Bangladesh Showcasing Global Leather Excellence in 19th Cairo Int’l Leather Fair 2025 By

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Bangladesh Showcasing Global Leather Excellence in 19th Cairo Int’l Leather Fair 2025
ASIA

Bangladesh signs landmark LNG deal under President Trump’s energy policy initiative

Bangladesh signs landmark LNG deal under President Trump’s energy policy initiative By

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Bangladesh signs landmark LNG deal under President Trump’s energy policy initiative
CHINA

China largest online retail market for 12 years in a row: Govt

China has been the world’s largest online retail market for 12 years in a row, with such sales reaching 15.5 trillion yuan ($2.16 trillion)...

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China largest online retail market for 12 years in a row: Govt
ASIA

Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India and Austrian Fibers Institute announce collaboration to Host Dornbirn Global fiber congress at Techtextil India Symposium 2025

Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India and Austrian Fibers Institute announce collaboration to Host Dornbirn Global fiber congress at Techtextil India Symposium 2025 By

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Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India and Austrian Fibers Institute announce collaboration to Host Dornbirn Global fiber congress at Techtextil India Symposium 2025
GLOBAL

Molyslip Launches Molychain Range: Advanced Chain Oils and Greases for Textile and Industrial Applications

Molyslip Launches Molychain Range: Advanced Chain Oils and Greases for Textile and Industrial Applications By

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Molyslip Launches Molychain Range: Advanced Chain Oils and Greases for Textile and Industrial Applications
ASIA

Two new LEED-certified factories have been added

Two new LEED-certified factories have been added By

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Two new LEED-certified factories have been added
ASIA

Bangladesh Army paid a courtesy call on BKMEA

Bangladesh Army paid a courtesy call on BKMEA By

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Bangladesh Army paid a courtesy call on BKMEA
ASIA

Bangladesh’s Textile Industry’s Future in The Midst of Turmoil in Politics

Bangladesh’s Textile Industry’s Future in The Midst of Turmoil in Politics By

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Bangladesh’s Textile Industry’s Future in The Midst of Turmoil in Politics
APPAREL

Budget Recommendations by CMAI for Garment Sector

The Indian apparel sector is a dynamic and rapidly expanding industry,  making a significant contribution to the economy and employment generation. The garment sector...

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Budget Recommendations by CMAI for Garment Sector
CHINA

China's Hikvision explores impact of integrated tech in logistics

A new white paper by Hikvision and Logistics Management Magazine has explored how open and collaborative systems can revolutionise logistics operations, offering insights into...

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China's Hikvision explores impact of integrated tech in logistics
ASIA

Danish Investment Fund for Developing Countries, AKS Khan Pharmaceuticals to expand quality healthcare in Bangladesh

Danish Investment Fund for Developing Countries, AKS Khan Pharmaceuticals to expand quality healthcare in Bangladesh By

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Danish Investment Fund for Developing Countries, AKS Khan Pharmaceuticals to expand quality healthcare in Bangladesh
APPAREL

DPIIT & Shahi Exports team up to launch manufacturing startup hub

India’s Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Bhaane Group, a subsidiary of Shahi Exports Pvt Ltd, have signed a memorandum...

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DPIIT & Shahi Exports team up to launch manufacturing startup hub
APPAREL

Ex-BGMEA president Mostafa Golam Quddus passes away

Ex-BGMEA president Mostafa Golam Quddus passes away By

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Ex-BGMEA president Mostafa Golam Quddus passes away
APPAREL

Fashion & apparel lead India's retail leasing with 37% share in H2

Fashion and apparel retailers dominated India’s retail sector leasing in H2 2024, accounting for 37 per cent, followed by entertainment (14 per cent) and...

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Fashion & apparel lead India's retail leasing with 37% share in H2
INDIA

Forbes Marshall named One of the Top 20 Innovative Companies of 2024 by CII

Forbes Marshall named One of the Top 20 Innovative Companies of 2024 by CII By

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Forbes Marshall named One of the Top 20 Innovative Companies of 2024 by CII
APPAREL

International Expert On Business And Human Rights Interacts With Apparel Industry On Responsible Business Conduct

The United Nations in India this week convened an interactive roundtable on Responsible Business Conduct in the Textile and Apparel sector with an international...

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International Expert On Business And Human Rights Interacts With Apparel Industry On Responsible Business Conduct
APPAREL

Key Trends Shaping the RMG Industry

Key Trends Shaping the RMG Industry By

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Key Trends Shaping the RMG Industry
FASHION

Suedwolle Group partners with LENZING and Culp to create innovative Wool-TENCEL™ Lyocell home textiles

Suedwolle Group partners with LENZING and Culp to create innovative Wool-TENCEL™ Lyocell home textiles Posted by Editorial Team | Jan 21, 2025 | News...

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Suedwolle Group partners with LENZING and Culp to create innovative Wool-TENCEL™ Lyocell home textiles
GLOBAL

Sweden's Essity CEO Magnus Groth to step down in 2025

After 14 years with the Group, and almost ten years as president and CEO, Magnus Groth has today informed the Board of Directors of Essity...

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Sweden's Essity CEO Magnus Groth to step down in 2025
GLOBAL

U.S. real GDP expected to grow by 2.3% in 2025, according to the conference board

U.S. real GDP expected to grow by 2.3% in 2025, according to the conference board

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U.S. real GDP expected to grow by 2.3% in 2025, according to the conference board
GLOBAL

WTO reports 83% of global trade benefits from most-favored-nation principle

WTO reports 83% of global trade benefits from most-favored-nation principle

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WTO reports 83% of global trade benefits from most-favored-nation principle
GLOBAL

A New Generation of Electric Eel Wheel Unfolds

A New Generation of Electric Eel Wheel Unfolds The Electric Eel Wheel Fold is already spinning up plenty of excitement!

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A New Generation of Electric Eel Wheel Unfolds
APPAREL

AMHSSC’s Vision: Sustainability & Workforce Transformation

New Delhi, January 2025 – Through focused skill development programs, financial independence, and inclusive growth, the Apparel, Made-Ups, and Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council...

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AMHSSC’s Vision: Sustainability & Workforce Transformation
APPAREL

Atlanta Market sees attendance jump at ‘electric’ winter edition

Atlanta – The recent winter edition of Atlanta Market saw attendees travel from all over the country, which contributed to an uptick in attendance,...

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Atlanta Market sees attendance jump at ‘electric’ winter edition
COTTON

CAI increases India's cotton production estimate to 304 lakh bales

The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has increased cotton production estimates by 2 lakh bales to 304.25 lakh bales of 170 kg in its...

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CAI increases India's cotton production estimate to 304 lakh bales
EUROPE

Doubtful Germany will escape prolonged slump in Q1 2025: Central bank

It is unlikely that the German economy will manage to escape the prolonged period of stagnation in the first quarter (Q1) this year, according...

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Doubtful Germany will escape prolonged slump in Q1 2025: Central bank
TRENDS

DreamFit enters new category with Vegas product introduction

Las Vegas — A manufacturer of luxury top-of-bed solutions, DreamFit is entering a new category at this week’s Las Vegas Market, introducing mattresses for...

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DreamFit enters new category with Vegas product introduction
GLOBAL

Endüstriyel İplik Üreticileri, Lastik Kord Bezi Sektöründe Büyüme Potansiyeli Görüyor

Endüstriyel İplik Üreticileri, Lastik Kord Bezi Sektöründe Büyüme Potansiyeli Görüyor 24/01/2025/ELYAF & İPLİK, ETEXTILEMAGAZINE Çinli Junma Group, HMLS kapasitelerini 20 pozisyon artırarak Çin’in en...

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Endüstriyel İplik Üreticileri, Lastik Kord Bezi Sektöründe Büyüme Potansiyeli Görüyor
EUROPE

Euro area recorded trade surplus of €16.4 billion in November 2024

Euro area recorded trade surplus of €16.4 billion in November 2024

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Euro area recorded trade surplus of €16.4 billion in November 2024
APPAREL

Indian viscose yarn prices rise due to stable demand in PC polyester market

Indian viscose yarn prices rise due to stable demand in PC polyester market

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Indian viscose yarn prices rise due to stable demand in PC polyester market
EUROPE

LANXESS Ranked Among Most Sustainable Chemical Companies

Mumbai, January 2024 – Top rankings in a number of sustainability evaluations have been attained by LANXESS. The specialty chemicals firm received 79 out...

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LANXESS Ranked Among Most Sustainable Chemical Companies
TRENDS

Notes from Paris: 3 new design directions at Maison et Objet

PARIS — Trend experts Michelle Lamb and Tom Mirabile have been in Paris this past week, scouting trends for HTT sister publication Home Accents...

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Notes from Paris: 3 new design directions at Maison et Objet
DYEING

Sircilla Weavers Secure Massive Order for Indira Mahila Sakti Saris, Boosting Local Textile Industry

Sircilla, a prominent textile hub, has received a significant boost with a massive order for 4.24 crore meters of cloth destined for the Indira...

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Sircilla Weavers Secure Massive Order for Indira Mahila Sakti Saris, Boosting Local Textile Industry
APPAREL

Tonello presents DENIM RENAISSANCE: the art of Italian luxury at Kingpins New York

Tonello presents DENIM RENAISSANCE: the art of Italian luxury at Kingpins New York

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Tonello presents DENIM RENAISSANCE: the art of Italian luxury at Kingpins New York
EUROPE

UK freight sector urges government to boost rail freight growth

UK freight sector urges government to boost rail freight growth

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UK freight sector urges government to boost rail freight growth
APPAREL

UK's Shoe Zone reports lower revenue and profit in FY 2024

Shoe Zone plc, a footwear retailer in the United Kingdom, has generated a revenue of £161.3 million (~$207.36 million) in the 52-week period ended...

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UK's Shoe Zone reports lower revenue and profit in FY 2024
APPAREL

US brand Levi Strauss & Co. welcomes Artemis Patrick to board

Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) (NYSE: LEVI) announced that its board of directors has elected Artemis Patrick to serve as a member of the...

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US brand Levi Strauss & Co. welcomes Artemis Patrick to board
GLOBAL

Yeni Geliştirdiğimiz Rotasyon Baskı Makinesiyle Pazarda Önemli Bir Rakip Olmayı Hedefliyoruz

Yeni Geliştirdiğimiz Rotasyon Baskı Makinesiyle Pazarda Önemli Bir Rakip Olmayı Hedefliyoruz 24/01/2025/ETEXTILEMAGAZINE, ÖZEL DOSYALAR, RÖPORTAJ, TÜRKİYE 1982 yılından bu yana tekstil makineleri sektöründe faaliyet...

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Yeni Geliştirdiğimiz Rotasyon Baskı Makinesiyle Pazarda Önemli Bir Rakip Olmayı Hedefliyoruz
GLOBAL

2N Mekatronik, Sürdürülebilirlik ve İleri Teknolojiye Yönelik Yatırımlarını Artırıyor

2N Mekatronik, Sürdürülebilirlik ve İleri Teknolojiye Yönelik Yatırımlarını Artırıyor 23/01/2025/ETEXTILEMAGAZINE, ÖZEL DOSYALAR, RÖPORTAJ, TÜRKİYE Ram bacaları için endüstriyel baca gazı filtre ünitelerini geliştiren 2N...

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2N Mekatronik, Sürdürülebilirlik ve İleri Teknolojiye Yönelik Yatırımlarını Artırıyor
APPAREL

500 LEVEL Expands with Kornit Digital’s On-Demand Solutions

Revolutionizing Fan Gear with Speed, Quality, and Innovation 500 LEVEL, a leading sports apparel brand, is redefining the game with premium-quality MLB, MLS, NBA,...

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500 LEVEL Expands with Kornit Digital’s On-Demand Solutions
APPAREL

Bangladesh Holds Ground in the EU Apparel Market Amidst Price War

Bangladesh Holds Ground in the EU Apparel Market Amidst Price War By

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Bangladesh Holds Ground in the EU Apparel Market Amidst Price War
APPAREL

Bangladesh leads Asia’s reign of US apparel exports

Bangladesh leads Asia’s reign of US apparel exports

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Bangladesh leads Asia’s reign of US apparel exports
FINISHING

Celebrating 45 years of Trevira CS at Heimtextil

Well-established brand meets all essential fire protection standards without the need for chemical finishing. !assets/images/indo1-612x408-boxed.jpg “Indorama’s stand at Heimtextil 2025. © Indorama”)

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Celebrating 45 years of Trevira CS at Heimtextil
GLOBAL

Composite hull for the new Black Falcon

Glassfibre quadraxial fabrics employed in onsite resin infusion construction. !assets/images/mel1-611x408-boxed.jpg “The Black Falcon V2.0. © Mel Composites”)

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Composite hull for the new Black Falcon
EUROPE

EU and Malaysia relaunch negotiations for planned bilateral free trade agreement

EU and Malaysia relaunch negotiations for planned bilateral free trade agreement

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EU and Malaysia relaunch negotiations for planned bilateral free trade agreement
APPAREL

Footwear brand Skechers unveils historic performance flagship store

Skechers is revolutionizing its retail experience with its first Skechers Performance store, an immersive destination with half-courts where consumers can try out the latest...

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Footwear brand Skechers unveils historic performance flagship store
APPAREL

Garmon Chemicals and Zaitex Announce Strategic Partnership to Serve Denim and Garment Industry

Garmon Chemicals and Zaitex Announce Strategic Partnership to Serve Denim and Garment Industry By

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Garmon Chemicals and Zaitex Announce Strategic Partnership to Serve Denim and Garment Industry
EUROPE

Germany’s industrial producer prices increase 0.8% YoY

Germany’s industrial producer prices increase 0.8% YoY

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Germany’s industrial producer prices increase 0.8% YoY
ASIA

Ibrahim Fibres, Trützschler’den 18 Adet TC 30Si Tarak Makinesi Aldı

Ibrahim Fibres, Trützschler’den 18 Adet TC 30Si Tarak Makinesi Aldı 23/01/2025/ELYAF & İPLİK, ETEXTILEMAGAZINE Pakistan’ın önde gelen iplik ve Polyester Kesikli Elyaf (PS) üreticisi...

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Ibrahim Fibres, Trützschler’den 18 Adet TC 30Si Tarak Makinesi Aldı
COTTON

ICE cotton prices rise amid declining dollar and rising grain prices

ICE cotton prices rise amid declining dollar and rising grain prices

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ICE cotton prices rise amid declining dollar and rising grain prices
TRENDS

Major spike in retail store closings forecast for this year

New York — U.S. retail store closings are expected to more than double this year and greatly outpace new store openings, according to forecasting...

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Major spike in retail store closings forecast for this year
GLOBAL

MÜSİAD, Tekstil İhracatını Artıracak Yol Haritasını Açıkladı

MÜSİAD, Tekstil İhracatını Artıracak Yol Haritasını Açıkladı 23/01/2025/ETEXTILEMAGAZINE, GÜNDEM Müstakil Sanayici ve İş Adamları Derneği (MÜSİAD) Tekstil, Deri ve Hazır Giyim Sektör Kurulu Başkanı...

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MÜSİAD, Tekstil İhracatını Artıracak Yol Haritasını Açıkladı
INDUSTRIAL

Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik strategic partnership for chemically recycled PET

Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik have announced their cooperation to promote chemical recycling of Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste. Both companies are committed to develop technologies...

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Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik strategic partnership for chemically recycled PET
INDUSTRIAL

Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik – Strategic partnership in the growing market for chemically recycled PET

Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik – Strategic partnership in the growing market for chemically recycled PET

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Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik – Strategic partnership in the growing market for chemically recycled PET