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FY25 budget deals catastrophic blow to textile industry: APTMA
The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has voiced severe concerns regarding the FY25 budget proposed by the government.
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June 14, 2024
Textile industry skills sets to be imparted
A skill development training programme in textiles is proposed under the Textiles department through the Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation. Given the prominence of the textile industry in the economy and its capacity for employment generation, a special programme to equip...
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June 14, 2024
Human rights and responsible business conduct in Asia Pacific’s textile sector
On 5-6 June, IndustriALL Asia-Pacific affiliates met in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, for a workshop on human rights due diligence and a stakeholder roundtable focused on responsible business conduct and industrial relations.
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June 14, 2024
Why the Fashion Industry Needs Standardisation
Despite it still being the first half of the year, fashion has already experienced its fair share of turbulence. As brands and retailers continue to grapple with extended disruptions in their supply chains, and as shipping companies continue to divert around the Suez Canal to...
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June 13, 2024
How can brands and suppliers protect garment workers from the risks of extreme heat?
Environmental challenges have human impacts, and human challenges have environmental impacts. The evolution of this understanding culminated in 2022 when the United Nation’s General Assembly declared access to a clean and healthy environment to be a universal human right. The...
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June 13, 2024
Bring out policies to support ready to cut fabrics, says textile association
The Indian Texpreneurs Federation (ITF) has appealed to the Central and State governments to come out with schemes that will support investments in ready-to-cut fabric production systems.
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June 10, 2024
Massive cut in freshwater usage by Bangladesh apparel industry
Over 450 textile and RMG factories in Bangladesh under IFC-led programme 'Partnership for Cleaner Textile' reduced freshwater consumption by 35 billion litres and cut wastewater discharge by 29 billion litres annually. As per IFC, freshwater saved through reduced consumption...
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June 10, 2024
Turkiye's manufacturing sector experiences pronounced slowdown in May
Turkiye's PMI dropped to 48.4 in May 2024, signalling a modest slowdown in manufacturing, the most pronounced decline this year. New orders and export orders eased, linked to high prices and weak demand. Production and staffing levels fell, with capacity limits cited....
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June 07, 2024
Gujarat: Indian Textile Industry Faces Stiff Competition From Rising Chinese Fabric Exports
The largest man-made fabric (MMF) hub in the country is grappling with increasing competition from China, as fabric exports from the Chinese textile industry to India surged by 8.79% in the first quarter of 2024.
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June 07, 2024
Development minister calls for more recycling in textile industry
Less than one percent of global clothing waste is recycled. German Development Minister Schulze calls for a new mindset.
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June 07, 2024
Why Companies Need to Resist the Potential Chilling Effect of The EU’s New Human Rights Due Diligence Legislation
On May 24, the European Council gave its final approval to the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). The CSDDD creates legal liability for companies that fail to respect certain social and environmental standards. Coupled with the reporting requirements in the...
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June 06, 2024
GCCI to hold 3rd Textile Leadership Conclave on June 15 in Ahmedabad
The Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI) is organising the Textile Leadership Conclave 2024, which will take place on June 15, 2024, at Golden Glory Hall, Karnavati Club, Ahmedabad, India. Textile leaders from various companies will share their success journey at the...
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June 03, 2024
IFC marks a decade of impact through Partnership for Cleaner Textile Program in Bangladesh
To bring systemic, positive change to the textile value chain in Bangladesh, IFC's Partnership for Cleaner Textile (PaCT) program has catalyzed transformative change over the last 10 years, contributing to the sector's competitiveness and environmental sustainability.
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June 03, 2024
Calls for PFA phase-out after Bangla water pollution linked to apparel
The apparel sector is being urged to demand PFAS-free products after a study linked high levels of toxic PFAS "forever chemicals" in surface and drinking water around Bangladesh's capital to garment factories making clothes for leading fashion brands.
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June 03, 2024
PM invites Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan’s textile sector
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday assured all-out facilitation by his government to Chinese companies particularly related to the textile sector, and invited them to establish industry in Pakistan.
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May 31, 2024
Cinte Techtextil China 2024: Holding Strong Appeal For Visitors, With Multiple International Exhibitors Confirmed
Standing as Asia’s leading technical textiles and nonwovens trade fair, Cinte Techtextil China is favored by domestic and international buyers due its proximity to APAC hotspots and wide-ranging product application areas. With four months until the show opens doors, multiple key...
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May 31, 2024
Businesses in Vietnam boost production of recycled goods
Many businesses in Vietnam are increasing the production and export of recycled products to meet the growing trend of using eco-friendly products in both the domestic and international markets.
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May 30, 2024
ILO and three trade union federations on garment sector launch grievance applications for Indonesian garment workers
Through grievance applications launched by the ILO and three federations in textile and garment sectors, garment workers can report their work complaints and/or voice aspirations for a better and more productive working environment.
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May 30, 2024
Seminar held on need of required skills to meet challenges of textile industry
BGMEA University of Fashion and Technology (BUFT) hosted a pivotal seminar titled “Need of Required Skills to Meet the Challenges of Textile Industry” on Thursday. The event attracted a diverse audience, including industry leaders, academics, and students.
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May 30, 2024
Corporate sustainability due diligence: Council gives its final approval
The Council has today formally adopted the corporate sustainability due diligence directive. This is the last step in the decision-making procedure. The directive adopted today introduces obligations for large companies regarding adverse impacts of their activities on human...
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May 30, 2024