December

Leading MSIs 'failing to engage suppliers'

GLOBAL - Cascale, Textile Exchange, the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) and Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) are failing to engage fashion suppliers in their efforts to reduce the industry's impacts, according to a new report. Entitled ...

New shared risk model for fashion’s future

UTRECHT - The fashion system needs a new approach that emphasises collaboration between buyers and suppliers, which a new report terms “shared risk”. This involves buyers and suppliers sharing production risks and rewards by using data science for better planning and ...

WRC accuses Shein over garment factory closure

GUATEMALA CITY - Worker rights campaigners have criticised Chinese-owned ultra fast fashion giant Shein for failing to protect workers at a former garment factory in Guatemala which supplied a brand it part owns. The US-based Worker Rights Consortium (WRC) says the ...


	Price and quality key to ethical purchasing habits Price issues remain the main concern for more than 75% of UK consumers when it comes to choosing ethically and sustainable produced fashion while only 28% also believe that organic cotton is of similar quality to conventional cotton, according to a new report. Read More

	West African cotton: higher yields, fewer pesticides The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations has reported that its on-going project with West African farmers has not only improved cotton yields and farmer incomes but at the same time has also cut the use of pesticides. Read More

	Essential show adopts labelling scheme The next edition of Interstoff Asia Essential will once again feature its specific eco-labelling system that as well as helping buyers and other visitors easily identify the eco-products on show, will also show which part of the supply chain they are relevant to. Read More

	Guatemala denim firm receives CSR award Central American denim producer Denimatrix has received a top CSR award presented by Hillary Rodham Clinton at a ceremony in Washington for its work on corporate social responsibility and environmental stewardship. Read More

	Sorona used in computer bags A new collection of laptop bags has been designed making use of DuPont’s bio-based Sorona polymer which is made from renewable corn-based feedstock. Read More

	Planet Textiles to debut in Shanghai Some of the world's largest clothing brands will hook up with some of the world's largest apparel companies when the Planet Textiles event on sustainability takes place next year on 19th October 2011 in Shanghai, China. Read More

	Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy December 2010 issue: Interview: Two minutes with David Bennell, Executive Director, Textile Exchange; Content Claim Certified: New traceability standard; North Face leads way for VF Corp; Marks & Spencer and WWF = Better Cotton; Clear Vision from Crystal Group. Plus Sustainable Cotton Sector report; Fluorine-free finishes; New drive for linen...and all the latest news and analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More


	Italy seizes textiles with Chromium (VI) Authorities in Italy have ceased a number of textile products such as sweatshirts, skirts, shirts, track suits and trousers that were said to contain potentially harmful levels of Chromium (VI) a strong allergen that can lead to severe skin complaints. Read More

	Swimwear from recycled Speedo’s UK students have teamed up with Speedo to create new designer swimwear from recycled Speedo LZR Racer suits, which are now surplus to requirements following a rule change by the sport’s governing body. Read More

	Hanesbrands gets fair labour recognition Activewear and sock maker Hanesbrands Inc. has received accreditation for its global social compliance program from the Fair Labor Association, a workers' rights group based in Washington, D.C. Read More

	Organic showcase to include textile event A pre-conference event on Organic Textiles is to take place during next year’s IFOAM Organic World Congress in Korea. Read More

	Target outlines environmental objectives US-based retailer Target has published a series of specific goals regarding resource usage, waste elimination and carbon footprint reduction as well as a time frame in which it hopes to achieve them. Read More

	Planet Textiles to debut in Shanghai Some of the world's largest clothing brands will hook up with some of the world's largest apparel companies when the Planet Textiles event on sustainability takes place next year on 19th October 2011 in Shanghai, China. Read More

	Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy December 2010 issue: Interview: Two minutes with David Bennell, Executive Director, Textile Exchange; Content Claim Certified: New traceability standard; North Face leads way for VF Corp; Marks & Spencer and WWF = Better Cotton; Clear Vision from Crystal Group. Plus Sustainable Cotton Sector report; Fluorine-free finishes; New drive for linen...and all the latest news and analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More


	Teijin to launch new bio-polyester fibres in 2012 In April 2012 Teijin Fibers Limited has said that it will start the full production of new plant-derived polyester-based fibres, which will become the company’s core biomaterial going forward and can be fully recycled. Read More

	Funds used for sustainable cashmere A US-based organisation has been awarded a grant from the Ford Foundation, to continue its work on sustainable cashmere fibre production in Inner Mongolia, China. Read More

	Levis Strauss outlines Lesotho clean-up plan Levi Strauss & Co. has released details of a series of initiatives it has implemented in Lesotho aimed at addressing serious concerns over the working practices of one of its suppliers in the region. Read More

	Fair Trade USA launches ethical fashion label Fair Trade USA (formerly TransFair USA), a third-party certifier of Fair Trade products, has unveiled a full range of Fair Trade Certified clothing items that are now available in the United States as part of a two-year pilot test. Read More

	Feature: Good for the sole California-based PLUS Compound Technologies has developed a range of new sustainable products to replace EVA, PU and rubber. Kathlyn Swantko reports. Read More

	Eco-Textile Labelling Guide 2010 - NOW PUBLISHED Ecotextile News, in conjunction with Messe Frankfurt GmbH, has published a new, updated and improved version of the 100 page Eco-Textile Labelling Guide which can be ordered securely on-line through the 'read more' link below - for just £29. Read More

	Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy December 2010 issue: Interview: Two minutes with David Bennell, Executive Director, Textile Exchange; Content Claim Certified: New traceability standard; North Face leads way for VF Corp; Marks & Spencer and WWF = Better Cotton; Clear Vision from Crystal Group. Plus Sustainable Cotton Sector report; Fluorine-free finishes; New drive for linen...and all the latest news and analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More


	Nike releases sustainable design tool Nike has today released its much anticipated open-source design tool which will help the company and the rest of the industry to reduce the environmental footprint of clothing and footwear. Read More

	Greenpeace spotlights China textile pollution Greenpeace has released a report today which claims that two Chinese textile factory towns in Guangdong province, that together make millions of pairs of jeans and underwear, are now heavily polluted with chemicals released from textile production. Read More

	Hanesbrands signs further Crailar deal Naturally Advanced Technologies, Inc has entered into a short-term supply agreement with Hanesbrands Inc. for the continued development of Crailar flax fibre. Read More

	Invista hails recycled socks appeal Invista is reporting a strong takeup of its Coolmax ‘EcoMade’ technology from a growing number of leading legwear brands and retailers. Read More

	Ford drives forward with recycled cotton The Ford Motor company is to use cotton sourced from post-consumer, recycled denim in the interior of the new 2012 Focus model as part of a wider campaign to increase the use of eco-friendly materials. Read More

	Eco-Textile Labelling Guide 2010 - NOW PUBLISHED Ecotextile News, in conjunction with Messe Frankfurt GmbH, has published a new, updated and improved version of the 100 page Eco-Textile Labelling Guide which can be ordered securely on-line through the 'read more' link below - for just £29. Read More

	Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy December 2010 issue: Interview: Two minutes with David Bennell, Executive Director, Textile Exchange; Content Claim Certified: New traceability standard; North Face leads way for VF Corp; Marks & Spencer and WWF = Better Cotton; Clear Vision from Crystal Group. Plus Sustainable Cotton Sector report; Fluorine-free finishes; New drive for linen...and all the latest news and analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More

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Cascale launches updated Higg FEM tool

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Earthshot textile finalist CEO steps down

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Active Apparel Group earns B Corp status

CALIFORNIA - Active Apparel Group (AAG) has been awarded B Corp status in recognition of…

Re&Up moves towards Spanish recycling plant

MADRID - Textile recycler Re&Up has set up a subsidiary in Spain as it looks to expand…

Carbon Trust accreditation for BASF intermediates

LUDWIGSHAFEN - BASF has had several of its textile sector, chemical intermediates…

Euratex signs MOU with Moroccan trade body

CASABLANCA - The Euratex textile industry trade body has signed a memorandum of…

Rehubs to partner on textiles recycling Expo

BRUSSELS – ReHubs, the Euratex-founded project aimed at upscaling textile waste…

Global roll-out for Teijin bio-based PLA

TOKYO – Japanese fibre manufacturer Teijin Frontier has confirmed the global roll-out of…

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Lenzing boss aims to navigate economic headwinds

YORK – As he eases into his new role as the CEO of Lenzing, Rohit Aggarwal explains that despite market volatility and uncertainty in the textile sector, he welcomes more stringent environmental regulations, saying that textile-to-textile recycling also remains a ...