Vietnam now faces a 12.5% U.S. apparel tariff rate — exceeding the 10% rate applied to regional rivals Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, and Malaysia. A Federal Register notice also excludes Vietnam fr...
The Sanganer textile cluster is set to achieve near-complete effluent treatment coverage once a key pumping station is completed in August. Currently, 758 of the 892 member textile units are already c...
Vice President Kashim Shettima led six Nigerian state governors on a strategic study visit to the Benin Republic to examine industrial development models for reviving Nigeria's textile sector. The del...
The Nas Tex 2026 exhibition in Aleppo attracted more than 300 companies from approximately 20 countries, marking a significant moment in Syria's textile industry revival. Government officials, busines...
The reauthorization of the African Growth and Opportunity Act has placed US cotton exports at the center of a major trade policy debate. Trade officials and industry leaders are evaluating whether lin...
The global protective clothing market was valued at US$11.5 billion in 2024 and is forecast to reach US$24 billion by 2035 at a CAGR of 6.9%. Tighter workplace safety regulations, demand for multi-haz...
Bangladesh's textile and RMG industry leaders met Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to present urgent policy demands, including a special refinancing scheme, stable gas supply, and critical infrastructure...
The United States will impose 50% textile tariffs on Canadian apparel and textile imports starting August 19, 2026, following a White House declaration citing Canada's discriminatory treatment of Amer...
The 2026 USFIA Benchmarking Study reveals that Bangladesh apparel sourcing remains a dominant force in global supply chains, with the country overtaking China in US apparel imports by value for the fi...
Primark has announced a strategy combining garment quality improvements with price reductions across hundreds of products. Consumer research shows 61% of UK shoppers rank good value as their top prior...
Generative AI is reshaping textile print design by enabling rapid pattern creation from text prompts using tools like Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, and Adobe Firefly. This guide covers step-by-step AI...
Grasim Industries Limited is investing ₹3,094 crore (over $300 million) in Phase 2 lyocell fiber expansion at its Harihar, Karnataka plant, adding 300 tons per day of sustainable cellulosic fiber capa...
Revival Rugs has launched two new rug styles — Shima, constructed from 100% recycled PET sourced from post-consumer plastic bottles, and Khder, a machine washable rug crafted from New Zealand wool and...
The 2026 home textiles market is embracing handcraft, luxury natural fibers, and nature-inspired design across retail floors and major trade fairs. This article examines standout products from Atlanta...
Acetate and triacetate are semi-synthetic cellulosic fibers that share a silk-like aesthetic but differ fundamentally in their degree of acetylation, heat resistance, and end-use suitability. This tec...
Acetate and triacetate fibers are semi-synthetic cellulosic materials that share a wood pulp origin but differ significantly in acetylation degree, thermal performance, and care requirements. Acetate...
Italian photographer Giacomo Giannini has transformed archival aerial images into a series of limited-edition art rugs in collaboration with Seletti art director Stefano Seletti and gallerist Paola So...
Acetate fiber and triacetate fiber are both cellulose-based semi-synthetics, but their degree of acetylation creates substantial differences in moisture absorption, heat resistance, and functional per...
The Rug Company has launched Ratio by Paul Smith, a hand-knotted rug collection inspired by Bauhaus principles of geometry and order. Comprising four designs — Axis, Stil, Raster, and Takt — the colle...
Artificial intelligence is transforming fabric waste reduction in apparel production through smarter pattern nesting, real-time defect detection, and predictive demand planning. This technical article...
Textile Exchange introduced the term 'preferred materials' in 2010 to guide industry sustainability commitments, evolving to a comprehensive 2023 definition focused on reduced impacts and increased be...
Cotton prices climbed to 86.3 cents/lb (NY Nearby) as of May 12, 2026, with all major global benchmarks advancing over the past month. The USDA's May 2026 report forecasts a 5.7 million bale productio...
ANDRITZ reports the global needlepunch nonwovens market as stable and resilient in 2026, supported by diversified end-use demand spanning geotextiles, filtration, automotive, and synthetic leather app...
The 2026 U.S. Houzz Emerging Summer Trends Report identifies eight data-driven consumer trends reshaping home interiors this season, from tactile natural textures to European-inspired outdoor spaces....
New York – Rugs USA has just launched the Society6 x Rugs USA Collection , its newest collection of machine-washable rugs. Combining the artistry of Society6 and the all-things-rug knowledge of Rugs U...
bluesign has appointed Hanane Taidi as Chief Executive Officer, marking a strategic shift as the company deepens its role in global textile compliance and sustainability. Taidi brings over two decades...
Rieter completed the largest acquisition in its history with the February 2, 2026 close of Barmag, establishing the group as the world's leading system supplier for natural and man-made fiber processi...
Meadow Grove Research, a commodity research firm specializing in cotton supply, demand, and trade analysis, has joined the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) as a new Corporate Memb...
Hyosung TNC will showcase its regen™ BIO Spandex, a bio-based stretch fiber derived from sugarcane, at Interfilière Los Angeles from July 21–23, 2026. Produced at fully integrated facilities in Vietna...
Le Slip Français has listed on the Paris stock exchange, marking a pivotal milestone for French apparel manufacturing after fifteen years of growth. The brand reported €21 million in revenue for 2025...
Recycling Powerhouse Ltd. launched in July 2026 to industrialize and scale textile recycling through a global franchise model. The Switzerland-based venture is backed by Rieter Group, Säntis Textiles,...
Ireland's Department of the Environment has opened a formal consultation on the forthcoming Textile EPR delivery plan, inviting expert stakeholder input to shape the final regulatory framework. The pl...
Epson has officially launched the SureColor F20030, a high-speed industrial textile printer designed for large-scale garment production. The machine features a high-capacity bulk ink system, advanced...
Rieter completed its largest-ever acquisition by purchasing Barmag in February 2026, establishing a new Man-Made Fiber Division and becoming the world's largest system supplier for both natural and ma...
NIST has released RM 8710, a new reference material consisting of a 50/50 cotton-polyester blend to standardize textile fiber identification globally. The benchmark helps laboratories calibrate instru...
US cotton exports declined sharply in the week ending July 9, 2026, with Upland cotton recording its lowest net sales of the 2025-26 marketing season at 34,400 running bales—a 48% drop from the prior...
UK fashion parcel volumes fell 14% year on year in Q2 2026, according to the Scurri Ecommerce Delivery Index, making fashion one of the weakest-performing ecommerce categories of the quarter. Cautious...
Gherzi Textil Organisation AG has renamed its U.S. office, Gherzi-USA, to Gherzi Americas, expanding its advisory mandate to cover the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. Robert Antoshak will serve as ma...
PDS Limited, managing over USD 2.2 billion in Gross Merchandise Value, has announced a strategic partnership with Busana Apparel Group, one of Indonesia's leading garment producers with annual revenue...
Frasers Group reported 8.7% revenue growth to £5.33 billion in fiscal 2026, with reported profit before tax rising 38.9% to £527.8 million. International operations surged 59.2%, offsetting weak domes...
