Bangladesh Textile Millers Seek Sharp Tax Cut as Sector Struggles
Bangladesh’s textile millers have urged the government to slash corporate income tax from 27.5% to 10%, warning that mounting costs, energy shortages and shrinking competitiveness are pushing the sector into…
S&P Global: Energy Shock Drags Global Growth to 2.2%
The global economy is entering a prolonged phase of weaker growth and persistent inflation, as higher energy prices triggered by geopolitical disruptions force a significant reassessment of macroeconomic prospects, according…
MMI’s SAM1 Fabric Gains Ground in Tactical Textiles
The growing demand for high-performance materials in military, law enforcement and outdoor apparel is driving renewed attention toward SAM1, a stretch woven fabric developed by U.S.-based MMI Textiles, as the…
Engineers Take Centre Stage as IEB Honours MP Members
The Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh honoured engineer-members of parliament at the closing ceremony of its 78th founding anniversary, marking Engineers Day with a renewed emphasis on the profession’s role in…
Digitization for Apparel: What Tech Sellers Hope You Never Ask
Industry Thought Leadership Article Before you look at any barcode scanner, sensor, or RFID tag for your Apparel Industries, STOP! Ask yourself these questions first. They will save you time,…
EU Apparel Imports Fall 11.27% as Bangladesh Exports Decline Sharply
The European Union’s apparel import market witnessed a notable slowdown during the first two months of 2026, reflecting weaker consumer demand, aggressive price competition, and continued pressure across the global…
Jeanologia Showcases Future of Denim with “Billy” AI
Spanish textile technology leader Jeanologia has introduced its latest innovation, “Billy” — an artificial intelligence system designed specifically for denim finishing design — to the Chinese market during the latest…
Pakistan Textile Exports Rise Despite Trade Pressure
Pakistan’s textile exports posted a modest but significant recovery during the first 10 months of FY2025-26, signaling resilience in the country’s largest export-oriented industry despite continued global economic uncertainty, rising…
CHT Group GmbH awarded Best Managed Company 2026
CHT Group, a Germany-based specialty chemicals manufacturer serving the textile and industrial sectors, said on Thursday it had been named a Best Managed Company 2026, underscoring its ongoing efforts to…
Fast Fashion Market to Reach $284.78 Billion by 2035
The global fast fashion market is projected to nearly double in value over the next decade as Gen Z consumers, social commerce platforms and expanding Southeast Asian manufacturing capacity continue…