Shanghai, China: The full spectrum of apparel textiles will be apparent across seven halls of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition, one of the largest meeting places for the global industry. At the flagship fair, taking place 11 – 13 March, over 3,100 exhibitors are set...

St Gallen, Switzerland: Dagger Osmo, a top-selling tent in specialty outdoor stores, and a favorite among backpackers and campers, is now a Bluesign Product. This milestone highlights Nemo’s commitment to clean chemistry and responsible manufacturing, adhering to the industry’s most rigorous environmental and worker safety standards. Made with...

Paris, France: Paris Fashion Week once again shines a spotlight on next-generation materials. Polybion is excited to return to Paris for a second consecutive season, advancing its mission with Celium—its Premium Cultivated Cellulose. In continued collaboration with Ganni, Polybion is steadily turning the vision of a responsible, aesthetically...

New Delhi, India: In an exciting and meaningful collaboration, Fizzy Goblet has joined forces with SilaiWali a social enterprise dedicated to handcrafted upcycling to create a unique range of doll bag charms. These accessories, lovingly crafted from upcycled fabric scraps, not only highlight creative innovation but also support Afghan refugee women...

Tokyo, Japan: YKK Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Hiroaki Otani; hereafter, YKK) won the top prize at the “Orange Innovation Award 2024,” organized by the secretariat of the Dementia Innovation Alliance Working Group (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry; hereafter, METI) on February 19.
      
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Washington, D.C., U.S.: As states across the U.S. look to California's lead in tackling the growing clothing overconsumption crisis through Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs, USAgain, a leading textile recovery organization, met with U.S. policymakers on Capitol Hill to advocate for textile reuse over recycling. The visit, organized...

Frick, Switzerland: The Jakob Müller Group (JMG), a global leader in narrow fabric machinery, is pushing forward with the implementation of its JMG 2030 strategy. This strategy aims to solidify the company's market leadership, respond more agilely to the dynamic industry landscape, and align even more closely with customer needs. The current...

LONDON, U.K.: Renowned designer Aarti Vijay Gupta once again pushed the boundaries of sustainable fashion at London Fashion Week, unveiling her latest collection, Kalighat Stories, for FW25 in collaboration with Liva’s sustainable fabrics. Rooted in heritage yet executed with a contemporary touch, the collection honored India’s artistic traditions...

New Delhi, India: Bringing the essence of sun-drenched escapes to life, Summer Away launches its Spring '25 collection – The Tropics. Inspired by the effortless spirit of tropical getaways, this collection is designed for the modern traveler, featuring airy silhouettes, vibrant hues, and nature-inspired prints that seamlessly transition from...

Frick, Switzerland: Jakob Müller Group (JMG), a global leader in narrow fabric weaving machinery, today announced the acquisition of 100% of the shares of MEI International, effective January 1, 2025. With a history spanning over 50 years, MEI is a renowned Italian manufacturer of wide label weaving machines. This strategic acquisition combines the...