2022

by Kyna Intel created 2022-01-01T00:00:01+07:00
Tirupur: A shining global example of sustainability
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 21, 2022 03:23 PM

"Tirupur has set a precedent by emerging as a truly sustainable global apparel-making hub. The knitwear cluster Tirupur in southern India has today emerged as a completely transformed global apparel m ...

Nique joins 500-strong sustainable initiative
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 21, 2022 03:23 PM

"Melbourne fashion label Nique has joined with sustainable initiatives CanopyStyle and Canopy Pack4Good, ensuring its garments and packaging are not utilising endangered forests for materials." ...

The Rise of a New Union Movement in Mexico
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 21, 2022 03:23 PM

"La Liga (the League), a newly formed national union, is campaigning in export manufacturing factories in the states of Coahuila, Durango, Puebla, Querétaro, and San Luis Potosí. [...] The League is a ...

Bangladesh now global leader with 178 green factories
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 21, 2022 03:23 PM

"Industry insiders said these factories help dramatically save operational expenses over time even though they may initially cost more to set up. [...] Bangladesh Export Import Company (Beximco) Ltd, ...

Fire in UP leather factory
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 21, 2022 03:23 PM

"A fire broke out on Sunday due to a short circuit in a leather factory in the industrial area of UP's Unnao district. In no time, the fire took a gigantic form. Police and fire brigade reached the sp ...

Zalando’s resale platform Zircle to be discontinued
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 21, 2022 03:23 PM

"The German online fashion company Zalando has announced that it will be discontinuing its second-hand fashion platform, Zircle. The decision comes after careful consideration from the retailer, who h ...

Sizing solution earns Hohenstein’s backing
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 22, 2022 09:37 AM

"German technology start-up Sizekick has secured €1.3 million (US$1.3m) in new funding which will be used to expand the company’s workforce and launch its smartphone-compatible sizing solution." ...

Nearly 3000 workers laid off by 27 HCMC firms
by Kyna Intel — last modified Nov 22, 2022 09:37 AM

"So far this year, 27 enterprises in HCMC have laid off 2,858 employees citing technology restructuring, equipment changes and economic impacts, a senior city official says." ...