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Seawater used to successfully dye cotton fabrics
DHAKA – Researchers from Bangladesh have successfully dyed cotton fabric using seawater. The scientists dyed two batches of cotton fabric,
Making sustainability mainstream
On the of the launch of its revised sustainable cotton standard, Apparel Insider catches up with the Better Cotton Initiative’s
Fresh wave of Accord signatories after costs clarified
DHAKA – Around a dozen more brands have signed up to the 2018 Bangladesh Accord on Fire and Building Safety
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Patagonia platform aims to bolster eco-activism
CALIFORNIA – In an unprecedented move for the global apparel industry, US outdoor brand Patagonia is to launch a new
New venture fund promotes ethical supply chains
CALIFORNIA – The C&A Foundation is backing a new early stage venture fund which will invest in apparel supply chain
Gender equality targeted in garment sector initiative
GENEVA – A new international initiative has been launched to improve gender equality in the global garment industry. Better Work,
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M&S, Puma, Next yet to sign new Bangladesh Accord
AMSTERDAM – International apparel brands including Marks & Spencer, Puma, Fast Retailing, G-Star, Debenhams and Next are among more than
Apparel brands linked to ‘modern slavery’ conditions
AMSTERDAM – A new report has linked major apparel brands including Benetton, C&A, GAP, H&M, Levi’s, M&S and PVH to
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Bangladesh garment sector failing women
DHAKA – Women working in Bangladesh’s ready made garment (RMG) sector are regularly verbally and physically abused while often being
US textile leader warns of unfair trade practices
6th March 2025
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Speaking at a press conference on Capitol Hill, Andy Warlick, CEO of Parkdale Mills and a board member of the National Council
Could hemp see a revival in European fashion?
6th March 2025
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LONDON – For centuries, hemp was a widely used fibre in European textiles, valued for its durability, breathability, and sustainability. However, as cotton and synthetic
Shein and Transfar Chemicals partner to advance dyeing technology
6th March 2025
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BEIJING – Shein, a global online fashion retailer, has entered into a partnership with Transfar Chemicals to advance textile dyeing and finishing technologies. Both companies
