News Organic cotton sourcing guide launched BERLIN – A new guide to organic cotton which offers help and advice to brands looking to switch to or Read More »
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News Japan apparel retailers lag on human rights TOKYO – New research has found that most Japanese apparel companies fall short on human rights issues. Business & Human Read More »
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News German court dismisses Ali Enterprises claim DORTMUND – A German court has dismissed a case which claimed retailer KiK should take responsibility for fire safety deficiencies Read More »
Leather alternatives: the good, the bad, the ugly 4th May 2022 No Comments What are the main vegan alternatives to leather, how do they perform and what is their environmental profile like? INGE FLOWERS, managing director of Authenticae, Read More »