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

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GLOBAL

Türk Kumaşı ‘Tasarım’ İle Zirveye Çıkıyor

Türk Kumaşı ‘Tasarım’ İle Zirveye Çıkıyor 09/01/2025/ETEXTILEMAGAZINE, GÜNDEM 19 yıldır İstanbul Tekstil ve Hammaddeleri İhracatçıları Birliği (İTHİB) tarafından düzenlenen Futuretex İstanbul Kumaş Tasarım Yarışması’nda...

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Türk Kumaşı ‘Tasarım’ İle Zirveye Çıkıyor
APPAREL

US brand True Religion acquired by ACON to boost global presence

ACON Investments, L.L.C. and its affiliates (“ACON”) announced the acquisition of a controlling stake in True Religion (“True Religion” or the “Company”), a lifestyle,...

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US brand True Religion acquired by ACON to boost global presence
COTTON

Weekly cotton review: Prices climb amid limited trade activity

Weekly cotton review: Prices climb amid limited trade activity

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Weekly cotton review: Prices climb amid limited trade activity
FASHION

3 ‘Market Pros’ set to share Las Vegas Market trends this winter

Las Vegas — This month Andmore has selected three top industry designers as “Market Pros,” sharing their discoveries and market highlights during the upcoming...

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3 ‘Market Pros’ set to share Las Vegas Market trends this winter
APPAREL

40,000 jobs lost in 3 years in Haiti's garment manufacturing sector

Haiti’s garment manufacturing industry, which employed 62,000 workers in December 2021, has lost over 40,000 workers, or 64 per cent of its workforce, in...

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40,000 jobs lost in 3 years in Haiti's garment manufacturing sector
TECHNICAL-TEXTILES

Andritz technical centre for dry moulded fibre

Dan-Web airlaid nonwoven forming capabilities combined with PulPac’s moulding technology. !assets/images/lids-758x408-boxed.jpg “Coffee cup lids are one example of products made with DMF technology. ©...

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Andritz technical centre for dry moulded fibre
APPAREL

Calendar-adjusted Dutch retail turnover up 2.2% YoY in Nov 2024

Calendar-adjusted Dutch retail turnover was 2.2 per cent higher year on year (YoY) in November last year, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). Sales volume...

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Calendar-adjusted Dutch retail turnover up 2.2% YoY in Nov 2024
APPAREL

First textile waste process facility in Pune would be establish

The first textile waste processing facility in the city will be established by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). According to officials, the program attempts...

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First textile waste process facility in Pune would be establish
COTTON

From innovation to expansion: Hascevher’s successful path with Trützschler

From innovation to expansion: Hascevher’s successful path with Trützschler

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From innovation to expansion: Hascevher’s successful path with Trützschler
GLOBAL

How to Choose the Right Accountant for Your Business in Hong Kong

Running a business in Hong Kong can be exciting and challenging. Accountants play a crucial role in keeping your business financially healthy and compliant...

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How to Choose the Right Accountant for Your Business in Hong Kong
CHINA

Ice cotton futures drop despite crude oil surge, rain relief in Argentina eases concerns

Ice cotton futures drop despite crude oil surge, rain relief in Argentina eases concerns

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Ice cotton futures drop despite crude oil surge, rain relief in Argentina eases concerns
FASHION

Iconic design brand Jonathan Adler acquired by consumer investment firm

CBP, together with American Exchange Group, a leader in fashion accessory, design, manufacturing and distribution, closed the transaction last month, a release said. The...

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Iconic design brand Jonathan Adler acquired by consumer investment firm
INDIA

Indian Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas: Year end review 2024

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has outlined its key achievements for the year 2024, highlighting substantial progress across multiple sectors of...

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Indian Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas: Year end review 2024
GLOBAL

Lithium-ion Battery Materials Market worth $120.9 billion by 2029

The report “Lithium-ion Battery Materials Market by Battery Chemistry (LFP, LCO, NMC, NCA, LMO), Material (Cathode, Anode, Electrolyte), Application (Portable Device, Electric Vehicle, Industrial, Power Tool,...

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Lithium-ion Battery Materials Market worth $120.9 billion by 2029
KNITTING

Long Thread Podcast: Charan Sachar, Creative with Clay

Long Thread Podcast: Charan Sachar, Creative with Clay Season 11, Episode 2: From cool, slippery clay to warm, textured spinning, Charan’s explorations in handwork...

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Long Thread Podcast: Charan Sachar, Creative with Clay
APPAREL

Monster Digital Adds Significant Production Capacity

On demand manufacturer serves the world’s largest global brands, retailers and e-commerce platforms Operates three locations, nearshore and onshore, running 24/7, promoting new product...

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Monster Digital Adds Significant Production Capacity
GLOBAL

Port labor negotiations resume with strike just one week out

New York — With just one week remaining before a potential major strike at East Coast ports, negotiation talks between the two parties have...

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Port labor negotiations resume with strike just one week out
INDUSTRIAL

Regel™ Fibre Now Available with Traceability Feature

In order to provide full verification and transparency of Regel™ fiber, Thai Acrylic Fibre Co., Ltd. (TAF) is pleased to announce its strategic relationship...

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Regel™ Fibre Now Available with Traceability Feature
INDUSTRIAL

Servotecnica USA Launches New Multi-Wire Brush Option for SVTS

SVTS A series slip rings are compact, customizable and use gold-based alloys as the contact material, making them the ideal choice for a variety...

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Servotecnica USA Launches New Multi-Wire Brush Option for SVTS
CHINA

Shein's evidence 'bordering on contempt'

LOS ANGELES - Chinese recycled textile specialist Shenghong Holding has announced a strategic partnership with US materials science company Ambercycle to scale the production...

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Shein's evidence 'bordering on contempt'
FASHION

Stella McCartney Partners with Balena’s BioCir® Flex on S-Wave Sport Trainer

Stella McCartney Partners with Balena’s BioCir® Flex on S-Wave Sport Trainer

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Stella McCartney Partners with Balena’s BioCir® Flex on S-Wave Sport Trainer
ASIA

Swedish machine builders meeting the needs of a changing market

At this year’s ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 textile machinery exhibition in Shanghai from October 14-18, members of TMAS, the Swedish textile machinery association,...

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Swedish machine builders meeting the needs of a changing market
APPAREL

Taiwan Textiles Sustainable Innovation Showcase – A Huge Success

For the first time since the epidemic, the Taiwan Textile Federation (TTF) made a comeback to attend Intex Sri Lanka 2024. Worldex India arranged...

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Taiwan Textiles Sustainable Innovation Showcase – A Huge Success
FASHION

TrusTrace Xoriant & Carbon Trail Join Forces to Launch a Product

“This partnership is a pioneering initiative; we are addressing not only today’s challenges, but we are paving the way for a more sustainable future...

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TrusTrace Xoriant & Carbon Trail Join Forces to Launch a Product
USA

US holiday shoppers deterred by product misrepresentation: Survey

High-quality, readily available, and consistent product messaging was key in driving both planned and spontaneous purchase decisions for Black Friday/Cyber Monday week shoppers in...

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US holiday shoppers deterred by product misrepresentation: Survey
GLOBAL

US' INDA opens registration for IDEA 25

INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry,  announced that registration is open for the IDEA25 International Conference and Exhibition on April 29-May 1,...

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US' INDA opens registration for IDEA 25
COTTON

Ventile reports progress of Egyptian organic cotton projects

Two project farms have produced 47,728 kg of high-quality organic cotton harvested this season. !assets/images/vent-611x408-boxed.jpg “© Egyptian Biodynamic Association”)

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Ventile reports progress of Egyptian organic cotton projects
ASIA

World’s Leading Jeans Manufacturer, JD United, Adopts Coats Digital’s GSDCost Solution to Optimise Fashion Costing and Capacity Planning Processes

World’s Leading Jeans Manufacturer, JD United, Adopts Coats Digital’s GSDCost Solution to Optimise Fashion Costing and Capacity Planning Processes

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World’s Leading Jeans Manufacturer, JD United, Adopts Coats Digital’s GSDCost Solution to Optimise Fashion Costing and Capacity Planning Processes
APPAREL

2025 ITCPE Guangzhou International Seamless Garment Industry Technology Exhibition: Opening a new chapter for the industry

Exhibition Scope** The scope of the exhibition covers seamless calendaring equipment, weaving equipment, ultrasonic/laser equipment, automated post-sewing equipment, garment customization equipment, all kinds of...

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2025 ITCPE Guangzhou International Seamless Garment Industry Technology Exhibition: Opening a new chapter for the industry
APPAREL

23rd Dhaka International Yarn & Fabric Show 2025 (Winter Edition): A Global Textile Extravaganza to be held in Dhaka

23rd Dhaka International Yarn & Fabric Show 2025 (Winter Edition): A Global Textile Extravaganza to be held in Dhaka By

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23rd Dhaka International Yarn & Fabric Show 2025 (Winter Edition): A Global Textile Extravaganza to be held in Dhaka
FASHION

5 interior design stars named as 2025 Style Spotters

High Point, N.C. — The High Point Market Authority has named five Style Spotters for its signature trend scouting program for 2025: Rasheeda Gray,...

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5 interior design stars named as 2025 Style Spotters
ASIA

Bangladesh's unemployed population rises by 0.17 million in a year

Bangladesh’s unemployment rate in the first quarter (Q1, July-September) of this fiscal (FY25) increased a bit to 4.49 per cent from 4.07 per cent...

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Bangladesh's unemployed population rises by 0.17 million in a year
INDIA

Bharat Print Expo 2025: The Countdown Begins with Maharashtra

With Bharat Print Expo 2025 quickly approaching, now is the ideal moment to develop, learn, and strengthen community ties. The eagerly awaited “Mudran Bhet”...

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Bharat Print Expo 2025: The Countdown Begins with Maharashtra
APPAREL

California becomes first state to pass landmark textile waste law

California becomes first state to pass landmark textile waste law

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California becomes first state to pass landmark textile waste law
CHINA

China to adjust import tariffs in 2025, boosting high-quality imports

China to adjust import tariffs in 2025, boosting high-quality imports

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China to adjust import tariffs in 2025, boosting high-quality imports
APPAREL

Custom Hat Material Selection Key Factors to Consider for Your Perfect

Custom hats offer more than mere fashion; they’re an outlet for self-expression and creativity. No matter if it’s for yourself, your team, brand or...

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Custom Hat Material Selection Key Factors to Consider for Your Perfect
APPAREL

Empowering Women in the Garment Sector: RISE Reaches 400,000 on Workers’ Rights and Life Skills

Empowering Women in the Garment Sector: RISE Reaches 400,000 on Workers’ Rights and Life Skills By

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Empowering Women in the Garment Sector: RISE Reaches 400,000 on Workers’ Rights and Life Skills
EUROPE

EU’s 2024 Review: Advancing sustainability, digitalization, and global trade in the textiles sector

EU’s 2024 Review: Advancing sustainability, digitalization, and global trade in the textiles sector

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EU’s 2024 Review: Advancing sustainability, digitalization, and global trade in the textiles sector
FASHION

Expert Tips on Selecting Materials for Custom Winter Hats

As winter begins to bite, nothing beats a comfortable custom winter hat to keep you toasty warm while looking fashionable. Perfect for both ski...

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Expert Tips on Selecting Materials for Custom Winter Hats
GLOBAL

Heimtextil Trends 25/26 provide retailers with valuable solutions

Price pressure, reluctance to buy and changing demands on the longevity of products. Retailers around the world are facing similar challenges. Heimtextil Trends 25/26,...

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Heimtextil Trends 25/26 provide retailers with valuable solutions
APPAREL

ILO and BGMEA join forces to improve workplace safety in Bangladesh’s RMG sector

ILO and BGMEA join forces to improve workplace safety in Bangladesh’s RMG sector

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ILO and BGMEA join forces to improve workplace safety in Bangladesh’s RMG sector
APPAREL

Largest and most comprehensive Garment Technology Tradeshow in Bangladesh GTB 25 and largest Garment Accessories & Packaging Tradeshow GAP Expo 2025 begins on 8th January

Largest and most comprehensive Garment Technology Tradeshow in Bangladesh GTB 25 and largest Garment Accessories & Packaging Tradeshow GAP Expo 2025 begins on 8th...

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Largest and most comprehensive Garment Technology Tradeshow in Bangladesh GTB 25 and largest Garment Accessories & Packaging Tradeshow GAP Expo 2025 begins on 8th January
INDIA

Microsoft announces US $3bn investment over two years in India

Microsoft chairman and CEO, Satya Nadella, on stage at the Microsoft AI Tour in Bengaluru where he announced US $3 billion investment in India...

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Microsoft announces US $3bn investment over two years in India
GLOBAL

Mitsubishi Chemical discontinues Geismar MMA plant project

Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation has announced its decision to discontinue plans for a new Methyl methacrylate (MMA) monomer plant in Geismar, Louisiana. Despite the...

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Mitsubishi Chemical discontinues Geismar MMA plant project
GLOBAL

NITMA applaud the Extension of Minimum Import Price on 13 HS code

NITMA President Shri. Sidharth Khanna expresses his profound appreciation and sincere gratitude to the Hon. Minister for Textiles, Shri Giri Raj Singh, and the...

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NITMA applaud the Extension of Minimum Import Price on 13 HS code
APPAREL

North India Cotton Yarn Prices Range-Bound in Final Days of 2024

North India Cotton Yarn Prices Range-Bound in Final Days of 2024

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North India Cotton Yarn Prices Range-Bound in Final Days of 2024
ASIA

Only 18% of Asia-Pacific net-zero targets verified by SBTi: Report

Only 18% of Asia-Pacific net-zero targets verified by SBTi: Report

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Only 18% of Asia-Pacific net-zero targets verified by SBTi: Report
HOME-TEXTILES

Precision Textiles Turns Award Win into Forest Restoration in NC

The Best Components Supplier category of Furniture Today’s 2024 Reader Ranking Awards went to Precision Textiles, a pioneer in textile innovation and a top...

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Precision Textiles Turns Award Win into Forest Restoration in NC
GLOBAL

Pressure on NIMs to Persist as O/s Spread Continues to Narrow

Overview In November 2024, the spread between the outstanding weighted average lending rate (WALR – Lending Rate) and the weighted average domestic term deposit...

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Pressure on NIMs to Persist as O/s Spread Continues to Narrow
ASIA

Reason Why You Shouldn’t Miss CHINAPLAS Return to the Greater Bay

CHINAPLAS 2024, which concluded successfully in Shanghai in April 2024, wrote a brilliant chapter of boundless innovation. The show will set sail once again...

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Reason Why You Shouldn’t Miss CHINAPLAS Return to the Greater Bay
ASIA

Registration now open for DOMOTEX asia/CHINA FLOOR 2025 in Shanghai

Registration now open for DOMOTEX asia/CHINA FLOOR 2025 in Shanghai

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Registration now open for DOMOTEX asia/CHINA FLOOR 2025 in Shanghai
FASHION

Second-hand fashion outpaces traditional retail in 2024: Survey

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Second-hand fashion outpaces traditional retail in 2024: Survey
APPAREL

Sri Lanka’s textile & garment sector: navigating challenges and seizing opportunities for growth

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Sri Lanka’s textile & garment sector: navigating challenges and seizing opportunities for growth
COTTON

Stability marks cotton yarn prices in North India as new year begins

Stability marks cotton yarn prices in North India as new year begins

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Stability marks cotton yarn prices in North India as new year begins
GLOBAL

Storytelling & natural beauty: Heimtextil Trends 25/26

The three themes of Heimtextil Trends 25/26—”Naturally Uneven,” “Radically Restructured,” and “Regenerative”—center on important principles like honesty, durability, and ecological consciousness. These themes capture...

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Storytelling & natural beauty: Heimtextil Trends 25/26
INNOVATION

Sustainable Solutions in Screen Printing Mesh: Industry Shifts

The screen-printing industry has long been a staple in various sectors, including textiles, graphics, and packaging, providing an essential method for applying designs to...

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Sustainable Solutions in Screen Printing Mesh: Industry Shifts
GLOBAL

Tariffs, trends and technology take center stage for rug vendors

High Point, N.C. — Rug makers have their eyes on the incoming administration and possible new tariffs, as well as trends such as natural...

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Tariffs, trends and technology take center stage for rug vendors
APPAREL

TechnoSport Launches High Street Store in Hyderabad, Marking Its 7th Store in South India

TechnoSport, a leader in performance-driven and stylish activewear, proudly steps into the vibrant & dynamic Telangana market, with the successful launch of its latest...

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TechnoSport Launches High Street Store in Hyderabad, Marking Its 7th Store in South India
APPAREL

Textile Transformation: Navigating Innovations, Challenges, and Opportunities in the Circular Economy

Textile Transformation: Navigating Innovations, Challenges, and Opportunities in the Circular Economy By

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Textile Transformation: Navigating Innovations, Challenges, and Opportunities in the Circular Economy
APPAREL

The international yarn and fabric show begins on January 15.

From January 15 to 18, the International Convention City Bashundhara in Dhaka will host the 23rd Dhaka International Yarn and Fabric Show 2025 (Winter...

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The international yarn and fabric show begins on January 15.