Growing importance of Cellulose fibers boosts sector
The cellulose fiber market has been witnessing strong growth over the past few years. Fibers extracted from natural plants are called as cellulose fabrics whereas fibers extracted from plant pulps…
World Textile Awards, application deadline till January ’16
Organisers of the World Textile Awards, sponsored by The Textile Institute, Manchester, have extended the final deadline for entries to January 31, 2016 driven by demand. The winner will be…
Africa, the next export market for India
India is looking at increasing textile and clothing exports. New markets like Africa are being explored to widen the geographical spread of export market and reduce dependence on the developed…
Indonesia mulls tax cuts to support footwear, textiles
Indonesia is contemplating income tax cuts to support the labor-intensive footwear and textile industry. The proposal is to reduce employees’ income tax by as much as 50 per cent. The…
Vietnam’s textile exports grow steadily
From 2011 to 2015 Vietnam’s exports of textiles and garments have maintained steady growth and stability. Total exports in the first nine months of 2015 were up 10 per cent…
Taiwan looks for closer trade ties with Bangladesh
Bangladesh hosted Taiwan Textile Fair from November 23 to 24. The trade show was all about fabrics and accessories. The aim was to provide a unique opportunity for business matchmaking…
Tanzania’s cotton yield expected to fall this year
The agriculture season of 2015-16 is expected to witness a relative fall in cotton production, feels Tanzania Cotton Board (TCB) acting director, Gabriel Mwalo. Reason: lack of quality seeds for…
Pakistan’s cotton production misses market estimates
Traders and analysts expected the current cotton season from August 2015 to July 2016 in Pakistan to produce a record cotton output of nearly 15 million bales (155 kgs). However,…
TPP creates opportunities for US textiles, apparel sector
"An estimated $48 million in duties are levied on US exports of textiles and apparel products in TPP markets including Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru,…
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EU Garment Imports Shift: Consolidation gives way to diversification
A new analysis of EU garment import data from the International Trade Commission reveals a shift in sourcing patterns. While... Read more
PLI Scheme Falters: India's textile industry misses out on global growth
The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, designed to boost Indian manufacturing, is facing headwinds, particularly in the textile and apparel sector.... Read more
The future of fashion, a $2.97 trillion opportunity
The global apparel market is on a growth path and projected to reach a $2.97 trillion by 2033, says a... Read more
US Textile and Apparel Trade: CAFTA-DR relations, challenges, and opportunities
The US textile and apparel industry is a complex web of domestic manufacturing, imports, and exports, interwoven with trade agreements... Read more
VIATT 2025 set to boost Vietnam's textile industry growth
Vietnam's textile and garment sector is poised for continued growth in 2025, with exports expected to reach $44 billion, marking... Read more
India emerging a major apparel sourcing hub for US fashion companies
A new study by Prof Sheng Lu and research assistant Gabriella Giolli of the University of Delaware has shed light... Read more
Bangladesh's apparel exports threatened by Vietnam's rise and looming LDC gradua…
A recent study by RAPID and the Friedrich-Ebert Stiftung paints a worrying picture for Bangladesh's ready-made garment (RMG) industry. The... Read more
Cotton Makes a Comeback: Comfort, sustainability drive fiber's popularity
Move over synthetics, cotton is back and here to stay. The latest Cotton Incorporated Lifestyle Monitor Survey reveals a significant... Read more
Source Fashion 2025 spotlights Egyptian Pavilion for sustainable sourcing
Source Fashion, Europe’s leading responsible sourcing event, will feature an exclusive Egyptian Pavilion at its next show from 18th-20th February... Read more
Chinese textile industry navigated shifting tides in 2024, says CCF Group analys…
The Chinese textile industry, a behemoth in the global market, has weathered a dynamic year in 2024. Recent reports and... Read more