Press Releases

Union, South Carolina, U.S.: On Monday, biomaterials technology company MycoWorks announced the opening date of the world’s-first commercial-scale Fine Mycelium production plant. Set to begin operating on September 20, 2023, the 136,000 square foot factory will employ more than 350 people, enabling MycoWorks to supply its luxury partners with...

Vibram, the global lead producer of high-performance rubber soles and Bluesign, the Swiss material verification solutions firm, are proud to announce the elevation of Vibram to a Bluesign system partner. This marks a significant milestone in the fruitful collaboration between the organisations. . The partnership, which began in November 2022...

SANTA FE, N.M., U.S.: The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) is proud to announce the launch of the first annual Santa Fe Indigenous Fashion Week— May 2, through May 5, 2024, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

SWAIA, the 101-year-old organization responsible for the legendary Santa Fe Indian Market held each August and the new Indigenous Fashion...

Karachi, Pakistan: AGI Denim announces a $30 million investment in the first phase of its new LEED Platinum-certified Apparel Park. The facilities will feature the most responsible manufacturing practices and will be capable of producing new apparel categories in addition to the jeans the company is known for, such as non-denim woven bottoms.

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NEW DELHI, India: Dubai based international chain, Max Fashion sets a new record with the opening of its largest store in Kochi, spanning over 25,000 sq.ft. Scaling presence to over 200 cities in India, the milestone launch is a big move towards building the market in, Kerala. Further strengthening its position in south, Max makes a significant...

OAKLAND, Calif., U.S.: ThredUp, one of the largest online resale platforms for apparel, shoes, and accessories, today released its second annual Impact Report. Through transparent reporting and disclosures, the report provides a comprehensive view of ThredUp's environmental, social, and governance (ESG) profile, outlining the company's business and...

Milano, Italy: A new campaign will support the next edition of Micam Milano, scheduled from September 17 to 20, 2023 at fieramilano (Rho), welcoming exhibitors and visitors with three simple words: WALK YOUR WAY.

This encouragement is much more than just a motto: it is a message promoting individuality, authenticity and self-expression through the...

London, U.K.: Better Cotton, the world’s largest cotton sustainability initiative, has submitted feedback on the European Union’s proposal for a Directive on the Substantiation and Communication of Explicit Environmental Claims (Green Claims Directive) and called for clarity on its remit amongst a suite of new laws.

The proposed directive, published...

Fashion and recycling industries around the globe join forces to demand unified digital labeling (QR Codes) to advance a circular economy. The Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) joins 130 recycling, fashion, and footwear organizations around the globe in demanding legislative entities modernize textile labeling...

AVIV, Israel and LONDON, U.K.: Balena, the material science company aimed at making advanced biodegradable polymer materials for a more sustainable fashion industry, today announced an exciting partnership with acclaimed designer Kitty Shukman to create a unique 3D-printed concept slide with a natural kick: ROOTS.

To create her unique, 3D-printed...