News EU backs microplastics collaboration BRUSSELS – The European Commission has given its support to a new cross-sector agreement aimed at finding ways to reduce Read More »
Norway to ban fur farming OSLO – Is the clock ticking on the global fur industry? A number of brands have said their collections will Read More »
News Egypt plans US$2bn textile park SADAT – Egypt’s Trade and Industry Minister, Tarek Qabil, has announced plans for the construction of the country’s largest ever Read More »
Into Africa Ethiopia is targeting US$30bn in textile exports by 2025, with apparel brands queuing up to test sourcing options from the Read More »
First organic cotton farmers certified in Ethiopia ADDIS ABABA – 200 cotton farmers in Ethiopia have become the first ever in the country to receive organic certification. Read More »
News Monkey business STOCKHOLM – Top prize for managing to miss the point in spectacular fashion goes to all those who went to Read More »
The demise of the department store It’s carnage on the high street right now. There has been a sense for some considerable time that something has Read More »
Scientists claim recycling breakthrough with cotton-polyester blends Scientists in Sweden are claiming a notable breakthrough in terms of closing the loop in textiles having successfully recycled worn Read More »
Closing the apparel loop: myth versus reality Global fashion giant H&M group recently announced it has partnered with Swedish company re:newcell, whose smart technology recycles used cotton, Read More »
Sale of Yeezy stock boosts Adidas finances 3rd August 2023 No Comments HERZOGENAURACH – German sportswear giant Adidas says the sale of Yeezy inventory has boosted its cashflow and financial strength in the Second Quarter of 2023. Read More »