Thailand

Thailand’s Mahidol University has come up with a leather substitute made from pineapple leaf fibre (PALF) and natural rubber (NR) with claims that it is bio-based, plastic-free and a lower carbon footprint, making it an attractive option for industries seeking sustainable materials.

In a landmark victory in the campaign against wage theft in the textile-apparel industry, American lingerie giant Victoria's Secret has had to cough up a US$8.3 million compensation settlement for the 1,388 workers fired without notice in March 2021 at its supplier factory in Thailand.