News Trade bodes issue stark warning about textile recycling sector BRUSSELS – The European textile recycling industry is on the brink of crisis, with urgent action needed to prevent the Read More »
News Financial challenges threaten Uzbekistan cotton sector WASHINGTON – The Cotton Campaign has called on Uzbekistan to strengthen its reforms in order to address structural issues that Read More »
News Sheep Inc secures £5m Series A investment LONDON – Sheep Inc, the natural fibres clothing company known for its carbon-negative supply chain, has secured a £5m Series Read More »
News 2nd Best of Bangladesh in Europe returns in April AMSTERDAM – The 2nd edition of Best of Bangladesh in Europe will take place next month, shining a global spotlight Read More »
News Study: net zero pledges are failing without consequences LONDON – The global fashion industry is setting ambitious climate targets, but new research has raised concerns over whether these Read More »
News Circ closes US$25m funding round for recycling tech VIRGINIA – Circ, a US-based company focused on textile-to-textile recycling, has secured new investment from Taranis through its Carbon Ventures Read More »
News Complaint filed against Copenhagen Fashion Week for greenwashing COPENHAGEN – A formal complaint has been filed against Copenhagen Fashion Week and seven participating brands, accusing them of greenwashing. Read More »
News US textile leader warns of unfair trade practices WASHINGTON, D.C. – Speaking at a press conference on Capitol Hill, Andy Warlick, CEO of Parkdale Mills and a board Read More »
News Could hemp see a revival in European fashion? LONDON – For centuries, hemp was a widely used fibre in European textiles, valued for its durability, breathability, and sustainability. Read More »
Concerns raised over EU plans on textile waste 12th July 2023 No Comments ACCRA – Proposed new EU laws around textile waste will, “make Waste Colonialism an official EU doctrine,” a prominent African waste management specialist has claimed. Read More »
H&M sheds 46 jobs in Bangladesh office 12th July 2023 No Comments DHAKA – Swedish fashion giant H&M laid off 46 staff at its Bangladesh office as it continues to rationalise its operations in the country. A Read More »
Inditex sets out new GHG reduction targets 12th July 2023 No Comments MADRID – Zara owner Inditex claims it will reduce its supply chain emissions by more than 50 per cent by 2030 and achieve net zero Read More »