Tanzania Targets Textile Shift as Over 90% of Cotton Exports Remain Unprocessed
Tanzania is accelerating plans to transform its textile and apparel sector as it seeks to retain more value from its cotton industry, where over 90% of lint is exported without…
India’s Textile Exports to US Slide 29% as Vietnam Gains Share
India’s textile and apparel exports to the United States plunged sharply in February, reflecting the lingering effects of tariff disruptions and subdued demand, even as some Asian competitors showed resilience.…
Argentina Textile Industry Hits Crisis as Garment Imports Surge & Capacity Falls to 24%
Argentina’s textile industry is facing one of its deepest downturns in nearly a decade, as a sharp rise in imported garments continues to erode domestic production, weaken factory utilization, and…
What Rising Energy Prices Mean for Bangladesh RMG
As the ongoing US–Israel–Iran conflict continues to influence global energy markets and trade flows, the ripple effects are being felt across key manufacturing economies, including Bangladesh’s vital textile and apparel…
Moving Into Premium Segments Remains Challenging Under Current Conditions
As Bangladesh’s apparel industry works to strengthen its position in an increasingly competitive global market, questions around energy security, supply chain resilience, and value addition have become more pressing than…
India–UK FTA Set for May Rollout, EU Deal Eyed by Year-End
India’s free trade agreement with the United Kingdom is expected to come into force by 1 May, while a similar pact with the European Union could be finalised by the…
Bossa Advances Tencel Dye Innovation for FW 2027–28 Denim
Turkish denim manufacturer Bossa is advancing its sustainable innovation strategy by integrating Lenzing’s TENCEL™ fibers with next-generation dye technologies, reinforcing the industry’s shift toward lower-impact, performance-driven fabrics for the Fall/Winter…
AMANN Launches Digital Knowledge Hub to Boost Textile Innovation Support
AMANN Group has launched a new digital platform called the Knowledge Hub, aiming to centralize textile engineering expertise and strengthen technical support for global apparel and industrial textile manufacturers, according…
Bangladesh Bank Relaunches 5,000 Crore Pre-Shipment Credit Scheme
In a decisive move to support the country’s struggling garment sector, Bangladesh Bank has reintroduced the much-needed 5,000 crore taka Pre-Shipment Credit (PSC) scheme. The announcement comes at a time…
AmCham Urges Diversified Energy Strategy As Bangladesh Faces Surging Demand
The American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh has called for a diversified and forward-looking energy strategy as the country braces for a sharp rise in demand, warning that delays in…