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Why Buyers Now Choose Capability Over Cost

For years, Bangladesh’s garment industry thrived on low costs and preferential trade access. But global apparel buyers are shifting their…

Compliance Crackdown Hits Pakistan’s Textile Spinning Sector

Regulatory compliance is emerging as a defining factor for competitiveness and survival in Pakistan’s textile industry, as authorities intensify enforcement…

G-Star RAW Launches ClassiQ Denim to Sharpen Premium Jeans Focus

Dutch denim brand G‑Star RAW has unveiled its new ClassiQ Denim collection, reinforcing a strategic shift toward timeless fits and…

Vancot Ltd Wins LEED Gold Precertification

Vancot Ltd, a concern of Bangladesh’s Shin Shin Group, has achieved LEED Gold precertification from the U.S. Green Building Council,…

Bangladesh Launches Semiconductor Workforce Drive

Bangladesh has moved to strengthen its high-tech ambitions after the Bangladesh Semiconductor Industry Association (BSIA) signed an agreement with the…

Stents: A New Scope in Medical Textiles for Bangladesh

Bangladesh is widely known as a global hub for apparel manufacturing. For decades, the country’s textile and garment industry has…

The Fashion Industry In 2026: Low Growth, Hard Questions

The global fashion industry doesn’t enter 2026 with a clean slate. It walks in carrying invoices from the last five…

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Textile Actuator Breakthrough Boosts Wearable Robotics Power

Engineers in Switzerland have unveiled a novel fabric capable of generating strong mechanical force while remaining flexible enough to be…

EU Targets Textile Waste with New Ban

The European Union has adopted new regulations that will prohibit companies from destroying unsold clothing and footwear, marking a significant…

Chemical Transparency Gains Urgency as Global Regulations Tighten

A recent industry webinar on "Better Chemical Management with The BHive" brought renewed attention to the growing complexity of chemical…

The Full Circle Textiles Project – Polyester Scales Fashion Recycling

Global fashion brands are working together to scale chemical recycling of polyester textiles, aiming to turn post-consumer clothing waste into…

Lack of Risk-Sharing is Thwarting Fashion’s Climate Innovation

The fashion industry’s path to decarbonization has reached a critical reality check. The Transformers Foundation released its latest deep-dive report,…

Denim Solutions Rolls Out Safer PP Substitute as Industry Shifts to Green Washing

Denim Solutions Ltd., a Bangladesh-based chemical manufacturer focused on denim washing solutions, has introduced Vesto Care PPS Powder, a premium…

France Enforces PFAS Ban on New Textiles, Exempts Second-Hand Clothing

France has formally implemented its long-anticipated national ban on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in textiles and footwear, with the…

Bangladesh Posts Strong Growth in Slowing US Market

According to data released by Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA), US apparel imports declined in 2025, reflecting a challenging…

China Reclaims Top Spot as Germany’s Leading Trade Partner in 2025

China has regained its position as Germany’s largest trading partner in 2025, underscoring the resilience of bilateral supply chains despite…

New Balance Global Sales Soar to $9.2 Billion in 2025

New Balance reported a record $9.2 billion in global sales for 2025, marking a 19 % increase from 2024 and its fifth…

Comfort, Value and Sustainability Shape Apparel Demand in 2026

Global apparel demand in early 2026 is being reshaped by consumers who are prioritizing comfort, strong value and verified sustainability,…

Richest 1% Emissions Threaten Textile Climate Goals

The world’s richest 1 % have already used up their “fair share” of the 2026 global carbon budget in just 10…

Hermès Posts €16 Billion Revenue as Luxury Demand Holds Up

French luxury goods maker Hermès International reported annual revenue of €16 billion for 2025, marking a solid rise from the…

China to Scrap Tariffs on African Imports as Trade Hits Record High

China said it will fully implement zero-tariff treatment for imports from 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic ties…

Bremen Cotton Week 2026 to Shape Future of Global Cotton

The 38th International Cotton Conference Bremen (ICCB) will take place March 25–27, 2026, at the Bremen City Parliament in Germany,…

Textile Recovery Summit 2026 Highlights Circular Fashion Push

Industry leaders from across the fashion, recycling and policy landscape are gathering this week in San Diego for the Textile…

DC Fashion Week 2026 Opens in Washington

DC Fashion Week returns to the U.S. capital from February 20 to February 22, 2026, bringing together emerging designers, international…

VIATT 2026 to Highlight Global Apparel and Textile Trends in Vietnam

The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) is scheduled to take place at the Saigon…

Textiles Recycling Awards Open Entries Ahead of Brussels Expo 2026

The inaugural Textiles Recycling Awards have opened for entries ahead of the 2026 edition of the Textiles Recycling Expo 2026,…

INDX National Kids Footwear Show 2026 Kicks Off in Solihull

The UK’s premier children’s footwear trade event, the INDX National Kids Footwear Show 2026, opened on Sunday, February 15th, at…

FILO 2026 Milan Showcases Sustainable Yarns and Fibre Innovation

The 65th edition of FILO, the International Exhibition of Yarns and Fibres, opened on Wednesday at Fiera Milano Rho, positioning…

AAFA Welcomes Supreme Court Tariff Ruling, Seeks Quick Refunds

The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has welcomed a recent decision by the Supreme Court of the United States…

New Balance Global Sales Soar to $9.2 Billion in 2025

New Balance reported a record $9.2 billion in global sales for 2025, marking a 19 % increase from 2024 and its fifth…

Crocs Tops $4B in 2025 Revenue, Wholesale Pressures Persist

U.S. footwear maker Crocs, Inc. reported full-year 2025 revenue of more than $4 billion, exceeding market expectations despite a slight…

US Shoe Prices Soar at 3-Year High, FDRA Reports

U.S. retail shoe prices climbed at the fastest pace in more than three years in January, highlighting persistent cost pressures…

Footwear Industry Outlook 2026: A Year of Steady Growth, Changing Dynamic

Global Market Overview The global footwear market is expected to continue expanding through 2026, albeit at a modest pace compared…

Nike owned Converse to Cut Jobs amid Team Reorganization

Nike Inc’s Converse brand is planning job cuts and a broad reorganization of its operations as part of efforts to…

Allbirds Debuts Terralux Shoes With Plant‑Based INNOVERA in Industry First

U.S. footwear maker Allbirds said, it has partnered with biotechnology company Modern Meadow to launch a new line of shoes…

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