India's social commerce sector has the potential to grow to $16-20 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) over five years from $1.5-2 billion now, according to a report by Bain & Company and Sequoia India. This is poised to grow further to $60-70 billion by 2030, driven by formats ranging from conversational commerce on chat platforms to video-led commerce and a vibrant social reseller community, it said.Pic: BainThe report, titled ‘The Future of Commerce in India—the rise of social co

LONDON - Wet processing - which includes bleaching, dyeing and printing – is the weak link in bids to reduce the environmental impact of textile supply chains, according to a new report.The study, by the Planet Tracker financial think tank, says wet processing drives the majority of the industry's negative impact with an estimated 430 litres of water required to produce just one kilogram of fabric.The report, 'Will Fashion Dye Another Day? Water-related financial risks in the textiles se

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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