March

Complaints lodged against brands over Myanmar

YANGON - The IndustriALL globaI union has filed complaints against three leading brands – Next, New Yorker and LPP – over their continued sourcing from Myanmar despite "overwhelming evidence of continuous violations of workers’ rights" since the coup of ...

Cascale guide to California's climate laws

AMSTERDAM - Cascale, formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, and its technology partner Worldly, have published a new guide to help fashion companies comply with California's new climate laws. The Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (SB 253) and the ...

NGOs launch guide to improving EU CSDDD

BRUSSELS - The Clean Clothes Campaign (CCC), which works for better pay and conditions for the world's garment workers, has linked up with eight other NGOs to publish a new guide to the European Union's (EU) Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). It ...


		North Face questions UBA tests A question mark has been raised over the results of textile testing carried out by the German Federal Environment Agency (UBA), which found traces of potentially harmful by-products of fluorine-based PFC chemicals on outdoor clothing, after The North Face carried out independent tests which revealed different results. Read More

		Closed loop textile recycling questioned Paul Doertenbach of Swiss company I:Collect AG, which provides a ‘closed-loop’ textile recycling infrastructure for the likes of H&M, C&A and Jack & Jones, was challenged over whether the I:Co system is just recycling – as opposed to upcycling used clothing. Read More

		Eco-textile labels: more confused customers A study of consumer attitudes towards eco-textile labels in five European countries has found that half of all respondents believe they have a responsibility to buy environmentally friendly products – yet few have seen the relevant eco-labels on textiles. Read More

		Energy saving tool goes live A new, sophisticated online tool is looking to help thousands of manufacturers in the textile supply chain to drastically cut their CO2 emissions by systematically identifying energy-saving measures. Read More

		Banana fibre for textile production The Man-Made Research Association in India has used banana fibre as an eco-friendly alternative for the production of dyed, printed and finished textiles for home furnishing and apparel. Read More

		New Denmark sustainable textiles fair Sustainable fabrics trade fair and conference CIFF Future Fabrics, to be held this September in Denmark, will showcase eco-textiles, innovative materials and environmental awareness. Read More

		Planet Textiles This year's Planet Textiles Conference is to be held 22nd October 2013 in Shanghai. Jointly organised by Ecotextile News and Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles tackles the crucial issues of sustainability in the global textiles sector. Early-bird sponsorship opportunities and VIP packages are now available - for enquiries please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Read More

		In the February/March 2013 issue of the magazine - OUT NOW! Pile it high. Sell it cheap: Alternative models to low cost sourcing, Mango CSR report analysis, IPE Director Ma Jun speaks to Ecotextile News, Round-up on recycled synthetic fibres, Holistic approach needed to textile waste water pollution, Brand transparency exposed on social media feature, Should RSLs be restricted? New dilemma for merino wool sector, Organic cotton process in West Africa, Interview: Fast Retailing explain Uniqlo eco-position and all the latest news, insight and analysis. Read More


		Roadmap to zero discharge takes new turn Eleven leading apparel brands have published a new draft version of the joint roadmap to the zero discharge of hazardous chemicals in the textile supply chain by 2020. The group intends to move the conversation away from‘zero discharge’, possibly re-branding the group, saying its 2020 vision is to effect ‘systemic transformation of our industry.’ Read More

		... but zero discharge proposals slated Greenpeace has slammed new proposed changes to the roadmap to zero discharge of hazardous textile chemicals, saying the group of eleven leading apparel brands involved in the initiative, are using ‘delaying tactics’ and ‘greenwash’ in an attempt to avoid meaningful action. Read More

		Eco-label 'jungle' thwarts purchases: REPORT Better product certifications and labels are crucial in helping brands win consumer trust – but the label “jungle” is a major hurdle according to a major new report on consumer purchasing behaviours and strategies. Read More

		REI chief nominated by Obama President Obama has nominated the Chief Executive of US outdoor retail chain REI to become the Secretary of the Department of the Interior. Read More

		Hemp products qualify for USDA approval Industrial hemp and natural fibre manufacturer EnviroTextiles LLC has become the first producer of hemp products to earn ‘Bio Preferred’ approval from the US Department of Agriculture, although the body has now suspended the certification process due to lack of funding. Read More

		New Denmark sustainable textiles fair Sustainable fabrics trade fair and conference CIFF Future Fabrics, to be held this September in Denmark, will showcase eco-textiles, innovative materials and environmental awareness. Read More

		Planet Textiles This year's Planet Textiles Conference is to be held 22nd October 2013 in Shanghai. Jointly organised by Ecotextile News and Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles tackles the crucial issues of sustainability in the global textiles sector. Early-bird sponsorship opportunities and VIP packages are now available - for enquiries please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Read More

		In the February/March 2013 issue of the magazine - OUT NOW! Pile it high. Sell it cheap: Alternative models to low cost sourcing, Mango CSR report analysis, IPE Director Ma Jun speaks to Ecotextile News, Round-up on recycled synthetic fibres, Holistic approach needed to textile waste water pollution, Brand transparency exposed on social media feature, Should RSLs be restricted? New dilemma for merino wool sector, Organic cotton process in West Africa, Interview: Fast Retailing explain Uniqlo eco-position and all the latest news, insight and analysis. Read More


		Closed loop polyester recycling to launch in China Teijin has announced that it will set up a closed loop polyester recycling system in China with textile fibre producer Zhejiang Jiabao New Fiber Group Co., Ltd. The partnership will use technology based on Teijin's 'Eco Circle' garment take-back system which involves the complete depolymerisation of polyester textiles. Read More

		CSR fashion survey: Chance to win iPad3 in 10 minutes Deloitte and the Nordic Fashion Association have teamed up with Copenhagen Fashion Summit and media partner Ecotextile News to undertake a 10 minute, global on-line survey that focuses on sustainability and CSR within the global fashion and apparel industry. Participants will get the chance to win a new ipad, two tickets to the Copenhagen Fashion Summit on May 3rd 2012 (worth €400 each), a free annual subscription to Ecotextile News magazine plus a printed copy of the 100 page Eco-Textile Labelling Guide. Read More

		Textile Exchange announces changes to GRS Textile Exchange has announced a significant change to the current Global Recycle Standard. Read More

		PPR forms sustainability committee French luxury retail group PPR, which owns Gucci, Yves Saint Lauren, Bottega Veneta among other brands, has created a new sustainability committee headed by Jochen Zeitz, the chairman of PPR-owned Puma. The moves comes in a bid to establish sustainability as a key driver of the Group as it looks to roll out its environmental profit and loss account across all brands by 2015. Read More

		New production partner for Crailar Naturally Advanced Technologies has named a further third-party manufacturing partner which it says will help it progress towards its first full phase of Crailar flax fibre production. Read More

		ITM platform for Tanatex green chemistry Tanatex’s latest environmentally friendly textile finishing techniques will be on display at April’s ITM exhibition as part of the Dutch chemical supplier’s partnership with Turkish textile firm SPOT Tekstil. Read More

		Top speakers confirm RITE attendance This year’s RITE Group conference on sustainable textiles and clothing is looking stronger than ever with the announcement that key industry figures from UK politics, The European Commission and a leading light from Marks & Spencer will all speak at the October 10th event. Read More

		136-page sustainable cotton guide: AVAILABLE NOW The Insiders Guide to Cotton and Sustainability, written by Simon Ferrigno and edited by John Mowbray, is now available. Published by MCL Global, producers of Ecotextile News and Knitting Trade Journal, the 136 page booklet covers the ecological impact of cotton production and the environmental challenges that this presents. Read More

		In the Next issue of the magazine - OUT NOW Interviews: Two minutes with ... Jason Kibbey, Executive Director, Sustainable Apparel Coalition; Doug Hoschek, co-inventor of Polarfleece. Insight: Concerns on brand joint roadmap to zero discharge; Waterless dyeing and greenwash; Recycled synthetic fibres and labelling; Greening the blues vision for denim; Comment: Victoria's Secret and cotton; Exclusive insight with top executives at Huntsman, Clariant and DyStar; A forecast of the Year Ahead; Interior textiles round-up from Heimtextil; Latest news, insight and analysis. And much more ... Read More *Call us on: +44 1977 708488 to subscribe to the printed magazine + online archived back issues + premium online access.*


		Greenpeace names water polluting brands Hazardous chemical residues in clothing items sold by major brands such as Abercrombie & Fitch and Calvin Klein are being released into public waterways when they are washed by consumers, Greenpeace has claimed in a new report. Read More

		CSR fashion survey: win a new iPad3 with Deloitte! Deloitte and the Nordic Fashion Association have teamed up with Copenhagen Fashion Summit and media partner Ecotextile News to undertake a global on-line survey that focuses on sustainability and CSR within the global fashion and apparel industry. Participants will get the chance to win a new ipad, two tickets to the Copenhagen Fashion Summit on May 3rd 2012 (worth €400 each), a free annual subscription to Ecotextile News magazine plus a printed copy of the 100 page Eco-Textile Labelling Guide. Read More

		DyStar kicks off sustainable denim project DyStar has teamed up with Swiss company RedElec to develop an electrochemical method of directly reducing indigo in a bid to produce a more eco-friendly way of dyeing denim fabrics that removes harmful substances and reduces waste water from the process. Read More

		GMO issues on agenda at ICC event Issues surrounding GMO cotton will be a major theme at this year's International Cotton Conference, which takes place in Bremen, Germany from 21-24 March. Read More

		Jeanologia emphasises water saving potential As part of its acknowledgement of World Water Day, Jeanologia has highlighted the water saving potential of its garment finishing technology and confirmed the development of yet another resource-saving treatment. Read More

		Top speakers confirm RITE attendance This year’s RITE Group conference on sustainable textiles and clothing is looking stronger than ever with the announcement that key industry figures from UK politics, The European Commission and a leading light from Marks & Spencer will all speak at the October 10th event. Read More

		136-page sustainable cotton guide: AVAILABLE NOW The Insiders Guide to Cotton and Sustainability, written by Simon Ferrigno and edited by John Mowbray, is now available. Published by MCL Global, producers of Ecotextile News and Knitting Trade Journal, the 136 page booklet covers the ecological impact of cotton production and the environmental challenges that this presents. Read More

		In the Next issue of the magazine - OUT NOW Interviews: Two minutes with ... Jason Kibbey, Executive Director, Sustainable Apparel Coalition; Doug Hoschek, co-inventor of Polarfleece. Insight: Concerns on brand joint roadmap to zero discharge; Waterless dyeing and greenwash; Recycled synthetic fibres and labelling; Greening the blues vision for denim; Comment: Victoria's Secret and cotton; Exclusive insight with top executives at Huntsman, Clariant and DyStar; A forecast of the Year Ahead; Interior textiles round-up from Heimtextil; Latest news, insight and analysis. And much more ... Read More *Call us on: +44 1977 708488 to subscribe to the printed magazine + online archived back issues + premium online access.*

New ESG guide for luxury brands launched

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YKK marks sustainability milestones

TOKYO – Apparel fastening solutions manufacturer, YKK Corporation has published…

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Testex launches microplastics label, joins TMC

ZURICH - Swiss textile testing and certification institute Testex has launched a new…

Algae project targets textile sector clean-up

OSLO - A consortium made up of academic researchers, industry and authorities from across…

Report outlines sourcing trends and challenges

HONG KONG – Artificial intelligence, automation and sustainability are all at the top of…

Euratex signs MOU with Moroccan trade body

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

YESS members implement cotton due diligence

BERKELEY - The Responsible Sourcing Network (RSN) non-profit has confirmed that the first…

Puma and Decathlon honoured by ‘good works’ index

LONDON – Sportswear brand Puma and retail giant Decathlon are amongst just 11 global…

Active Apparel Group earns B Corp status

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