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Hummel climate targets are verified by SBTi
"Danish sportswear brand Hummel International has announced that its climate targets have been validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi)." ...
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March 29, 2023
ThredUp exec says consumers are ‘acknowledging the truth’ about resale
"Most consumers rifling through digital resale racks are looking for great clothing and great brands, ThredUp president Anthony Marino told Shoptalk attendees on Sunday. According to the Bay Area onli ...
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March 29, 2023
Gucci launches collection from dormant stock
"The initiative is designed "to extend the life of Gucci's archives and dormant fabric stocks, inviting brands, artists and designers to incorporate them into future projects, reducing waste and encou ...
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March 29, 2023
Renewcell and lyocell fiber producer cta green fibre sign letter of intent
"The Swedish textile-to-textile recycling innovator Renewcell has signed a Letter of Intent with China Textile Academy Green Fibre Co. Ltd., an innovative Chinese lyocell fiber producer, concerning a ...
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March 29, 2023
Denim transparency tool to make debut at Kingpins Amsterdam
"A transparency tool which scientifically measures the environmental impact of every single stage of the production of a denim jean is to make its debut at the upcoming Kingpins Amsterdam show." ...
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March 29, 2023
Zuni Sportswear supplier in Pakistan sacks workers asking for bonus
"Once again, just before Eid, factory management has begun the process of laying off workers! 400 Sonic Textile workers, including women (ZUNI SPORT WEAR, US brand), were fired for asking for the righ ...
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March 29, 2023
Zuni Sportswear supplier in Pakistan rehires sacked workers after negotiations
"Today's negotiation with the SONIC Textile's (ZUNI SPORT wear) management was successful!!! Factory management has agreed to resume all retrench workers' duties with all legal benefits along with bon ...
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March 29, 2023
10 Years since Rana Plaza, the Accord has some bold expansion plans
"With the ten year anniversary of the Bangladesh Rana Plaza tragedy upon us, there are calls for more brands to now commit to the Pakistan Accord, for the safety of garment workers." ...
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March 29, 2023
Composite factory catches fire in Gazipur
"A fire broke out at a composite factory in Boherachala area of Gazipur's Sreepur upazila on Tuesday. The fire originated around 12:30pm at Shahrish Composite [Towel] Factory of Bismillah Group, said ...
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March 29, 2023
Cone Denim establishes RCS certified supply chain in Mexico
"Cone Denim has a new certification to support its sustainability claims. The Elevated Textiles-owned denim fabric manufacturer established a certified supply chain for recycled cotton in Mexico. This ...
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March 29, 2023
Shoppers willing to pay more for eco-friendly items — to a point
"Shoppers continue to be “invested in eco-conscious practices,” according to the latest research from Blue Yonder, which also found consumers to be willing to pay more for sustainable products — to a ...
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March 29, 2023
"The idea of sustainability is growing more and more" [Decathlon]
"Second hand is booming. More and more retailers are discovering a curated vintage range and the collection of old clothes in the store as a new way of positioning themselves independently of their su ...
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March 29, 2023
Inditex discontinues 'Join Life' sustainability indicator as it is deemed "no longer necessary"
"Pre-empting compliance with new European legislation, fashion retail giant Inditex has announced the discontinuation of 'Join Life' sustainability indicator on its garments. The Spanish company, whic ...
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March 29, 2023
AAFA/FLA apparel & footwear industry commitment to responsible recruitment
"On March 28, 2023, the American Apparel & Footwear Association and the Fair Labor Association re-launched an enhanced, proactive industry effort to address potential forced labor risks for migrant wo ...
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March 29, 2023
With greater scrutiny by investors and new regulations, the issue of worker exploitation and abuse is more in the public eye than ever
"In 2018 the Responsible Sourcing Network presented an alarming figure: twice as many people worldwide were in forced labour as had been taken to the Americas during the 300 years of the transatlantic ...
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March 29, 2023
So you think you know your supply chain?
"For all the sophistication of today’s international supply chains, a grave and ugly problem lurks in their darkest corners. As this report details, forced labour and other forms of worker abuse remai ...
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March 29, 2023
Hyosung, Origin Materials partner on carbon negative apparel
"South Korean conglomerate Hyosung has partnered with carbon negative materials company Origin Materials to industrialise sustainable high-value speciality materials, including spandex inputs." ...
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March 29, 2023
Better Cotton hosts event in West Africa
"The Better Cotton initiative is today hosting a multistakeholder event in Cote D’Ivoire to explore the potential for new programmes and partnerships across West and Central Africa." ...
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March 29, 2023
Animal-free offerings are down, but not out
"Investments in next-gen materials have slipped and concerns over greenwashing abound, but fashion’s interest in animal-free offerings is still in style. [...] What’s in a report? Investments in next- ...
Kyna Intel
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March 28, 2023
BGMEA asks members to be careful about making labour-related decisions
"The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporter Association on Monday asked its members to be careful about making any decisions on labour-related issues in factories to avert any unrests ahead of ...
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March 28, 2023