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Sophie, an English teacher from Xuancai Textile Training Center, will give a lecture the theme of which is Textile English -- Visit the Company from15:30 to 16:30 on December 16.Scan the qr code below in advance!
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STUTTGART – Global Standard, the organisation which created the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS),has partnered with the UK’s Organic Trade Board (OTB) to promote the benefits of certified products via new campaigns.GOTS certification is a stamp of approval for a product or range of products,that’s recognised across the industry, demonstrating that a company has met the highest standard for organic fibres, complying with environmental and social criteria. “This partnership will open up a we
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Browzwear, a global leader in 3D technology for the apparel industry, and the University of Salford, a Manchester-based institution whose fashion design program is recognized among the world’s best, today announced a partnership that will enable aspiring fashion designers to develop technology-based skills that are increasingly in demand throughout the industry.With a commitment to providing training and a skillset that positions graduates for success in an increasingly-digitized industry, the F
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Recent trade data on clothing, Chapters 61 and 62 HS code, indicate that Chinese clothing sales are recovering faster than in any other region, according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). However, the pace of market demand recovery is unknown and the effect of remote working is not understood. In April and May, world imports of clothing declined sharply, with US imports down 55% from last year for May. Imports in the EU and the UK were down more than 40%, while at the same time Japan d
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According to a recent study by Fact.MR, the surging apparel sales via online retail shops have been enabling sustainable growth in thetextile chemicals marketamid COVID-19. Some of the leading players are focusing on improving their online presence to offset the lack of footfall in brick-and-mortar stores.This factor, while enabling growth in the textile sector, will create growth prospects for the textile chemicals market as well. Textile chemicals are a key ingredient in fabric processing that
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GLOBAL - Retail giants John Lewis and Debenhams, along with luxury brands Prada, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana, are 'failing' in their commitments to responsible viscose sourcing, according to a new report.The study, from the Changing Markets Foundation, Clean Clothes Campaign, Ethical Consumer and WeMove.EU, ranks 100 fashion brands on their policies and transparency on responsible viscose production.Entitled Dirty Fashion: Crunch Time, it rates ASOS and Marks & Spencer as 'fr
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SEATTLE - US sporting and outdoor apparel retailer REI Co-op is engaging with its more than 1,000 brand partners to advance more sustainable business practices on issues such as climate change.The company has updated its REI Product Impact Standards to include new expectations of its partners on carbon reduction, more inclusive marketing practices and culturally sensitive product designs.The standards, first launched in 2018 as a way for REI to advance sustainability across the industry, have be
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As a growing number of disposable face masks threatening to clog up oceans, a Malaysian baby care brand Offspring Inc and AirX have partnered up to offer the world’s first biodegradable coffee mask from a unique plant-based coffee yarn.Figure: Malaysian brand launches face mask made of coffee yarn to combat plastic pollution.The reusable three-layer mask has a disposable filter that uses silver nanotechnology and recycled coffee grounds to protect the wearer from bacteria, fungi, and virus parti
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The Eastern Market Indicator (EMI) appreciated by 4.7 per cent this week to close at 1198ac clean/kg, a 54ac gain. In USD the gains were more impressive as the stronger AUD v USD forex rate (+0.9%) contributed to a higher percentage gain of 5.7 per cent or 48usc to 892usc clean/kg. This week’s closing USD EMI is at the highest point since early March 2020."The positivity at the close of selling last week transferred immediately to the opening of the Australian wool auctions this week. Price
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Today’s executive appointments will enable the company to fully embrace agility and digitization to respond more quickly and effectively in the marketplace. As direct reports to Chip Bergh, president and chief executive officer of Levi Strauss & Co., these leaders together will be responsible for driving the company’s strategic growth agenda.“By doubling down on the company’s key growth drivers — the continued strengthening of our greatest asset, the Levi’s® brand; leading with DTC and diver