2022

by Kyna Intel created 2022-01-01T00:00:01+07:00
Crisis is the new normal
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 18, 2022 10:11 AM

"Katrzyna Dulko-Gasyna, Sustainability Manager at Ikea: “The energy crisis didn't just happen yesterday. We have known this for ten years and are adapting to it." For energy efficiency researcher Clem ...

Two more unionists suspended at Phnom Penh factory
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 18, 2022 10:11 AM

"Phnom Penh’s New Mingda garment factory suspended two more workers who had been trying to form a union, workers said, following a protest there last week over the dismissal of another union leader." ...

RMG workers block Ctg road protesting factory closure
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 18, 2022 12:03 PM

"170 out of 500 garment factories here were closed in the last two months due to lack of orders. [...] Workers of Beep Apparels went to the factory around 8am and saw a 45-day lay-off notice hanging o ...

High wicking finish uses recycled polyester
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 18, 2022 12:03 PM

"CHT has used recycled polyester flakes as the base chemistry for a new hydrophilic finish that improves the moisture wicking of sportswear fabrics and is said to give garments fast-drying properties ...

Number of factory fires jumped by 129% in 2021
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 18, 2022 12:03 PM

"Report Finds Number of Factory Fires Jumped by 129% in 2021. Data gathered by risk management firm Resilinc shows that 59% of the fires in manufacturing facilities were caused by faulty equipment." ...

The rise of resale: Luxury as currency
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 21, 2022 09:51 AM

"Many shoppers regard their luxury accessory purchases as assets that could appreciate in value, opening new opportunities for the luxury resale market and emphasising the importance of authentication ...

Will fashion follow through after COP27?
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 21, 2022 09:51 AM

""This year is crucial," said Global Fashion Agenda's Federica Marchionni as brands commit to action, investment. As Cop27 comes to a close on Friday, government negotiators remain bogged down in tech ...