2022

by Kyna Intel created 2022-01-01T00:00:01+07:00
Rice launches new rice sneakers
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jan 07, 2022 05:03 PM

"The sustainable footwear label Rice from Spain is launching its latest vegan sneaker "Open21" in February 2022, which is made from rice, among other things. In addition to various sustainable materia ...

Fire at RMG factory in Kanchpur
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jan 07, 2022 05:03 PM

"A fire has broken out at a ready-made garment (RMG) factory, Esquire Knit Composite, in Kanchpur. The fire occurred at the third floor of the 14-storey building around 9:18pm Wednesday." [Ed's note: ...

Study links garment workers to forced labour
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jan 07, 2022 05:05 PM

"Migrant workers employed in Malaysia's garment industry experience conditions consistent with the use of forced labour, according to a new study by the Transparentem NGO. Investigators interviewed ar ...

Bangladesh suppliers to set minimum prices
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jan 07, 2022 05:05 PM

"Garment manufacturers in Bangladesh are coming together in a bid to set a minimum price for their products to ensure they are paid an 'ethical' price by international retailers and brands. The Bangla ...

California manufacturer flouts labour laws
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jan 07, 2022 05:05 PM

"California’s Labor Commission has revoked the license of a Los Angeles-based garment manufacturer after it failed to follow labour laws. Veronica Rojas Pablo, the owner of VRP Fashion Inc, stated in ...

Beijing backlash on Xinjiang targets Walmart
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jan 07, 2022 05:05 PM

"US retail giant Walmart is the latest to be targeted by a backlash from China against western companies which have distanced themselves from the country's Xinjiang region over forced labour concerns. ...

The future of sustainability within luxury fashion
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jan 07, 2022 05:05 PM

"A few short years ago, recycled materials, plant-based “leathers” and B Corporations were fringe concepts. Today, however, they are beginning to enter not only mainstream fashion but also the hallowe ...