News Lindex pilots digital product passports GOTHENBURG – Swedish fashion retailer Lindex says it is introducing digital product passports for selected garments. The move is the Read More »
News Grasim lines up US$325m lyocell expansion in India MUMBAI – Indian cellulosic fibre giant Grasim Industries has approved an investment of around US$325m to expand lyocell production. The Read More »
News Organic cotton sector calls for investment to build supply resilience ISTANBUL – The organic cotton sector must increase investment and collaboration if it is to build more resilient supply systems. Read More »
News UN-backed study questions Africa textile waste claims GENEVA – A new study backed by UN Trade and Development has challenged claims that used clothing exports to Africa Read More »
News Shein claims €22m French fine is “manifestly disproportionate” PARIS – French authorities have imposed fresh fines totalling €22.5m on Shein over consumer protection and environmental information breaches. The Read More »
News GR3N raises €15.5m for polyester recycling plant ZURICH – Swiss chemical recycling company GR3N has raised €15.5m to support an industrial-scale PET and polyester recycling plant in Read More »
News Trust Protocol adds forensic testing for US cotton claims MEMPHIS – The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has launched a new Physical Assurance Program using forensic testing to verify the Read More »
News Carbios delays China PET biorecycling plant to 2028 CLERMONT-FERRAND – Carbios says it has put back the commissioning of its planned PET biorecycling plant in China by around one Read More »
News Cotton output set to fall as costs and climate pressure grows WASHINGTON – Global production is forecast to decline in 2026/27 as rising input costs, drought and competition from man-made fibres Read More »
Cotton facing climate risks within 20 years 23rd June 2021 No Comments LONDON – All global cotton growing regions could be exposed to increased risk from at least one climate hazard within 20 years, claims new research. Read More »
Uniqlo leads apparel sector growth, up 88% in value 23rd June 2021 No Comments LONDON – Apparel brands saw some of the fastest brand value growth in the last year as shoppers grew their athleisure wardrobes, according to the Read More »