September

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 ...


		Gap details new sustainability efforts Global fashion retailer Gap has released its sixth social and environmental responsibility report, which highlights the company’s efforts at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, work with the Natural Resources Defense Council to address mill and dye house sustainability, and efforts at improving garment worker safety in Bangladesh. Read more

		Sustainability a 'ticking time-bomb' Businesses are saying one thing yet doing another with regards to sustainability, while supplier sustainability is the top barrier for large companies as they try to improve their environmental performance. Read more

		Tejidos Royo denim certified by SCS Spain’s Tejidos Royo, a company regularly cited as being at the vanguard of exploring new resource-saving denim manufacturing techniques, has had recycled content in its denim cotton fabric certified by SCS Global Services, the third party environmental certifier. Read more

		Mixed reviews for Scandinavian sustainability efforts Top Norwegian, Swedish and Danish fashion brands including Riccovero, Bik Bok and Dressmann, are failing to address key environmental and sustainable issues in their supply chain, according to a new survey from environmental NGO Grønn Hverdag (Green Living). Read more

		Taiwan textile sector continues growth Taiwan’s burgeoning textiles and apparel export sector was valued at US $ 11.82 billion in 2012 and made a trade surplus of US $ 8.5 billion according latest figures from the Taiwan Export Promotion Project (TEPP). Read more

		CAREER OPPORTUNITY: Consultant for Clean by Design Initiative• Natural Resources Defense Council The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), one of the nation’s largest and most effective environmental organizations, is seeking a consultant to work in its Clean by Design initiative in close coordination with the Council of Fashion Designers (CFDA). Clean by Design addresses the environmental impacts of the apparel/fashion industry, with particular emphasis on the environmental impacts of textile dyeing and finishing abroad. For more information and the opportunity to apply, visit: Careers in Textiles.

		Planet Textiles 2013 This year's Planet Textiles Conference is to be held 22 October 2013 in Shanghai. Jointly organised by Ecotextile News and Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles tackles the crucial issues of sustainability in the global textile sector. 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 August/September 2013 magazine issue The Materials Sustainability Index: A look at how materials are scored; Water project aims to boost efficiency in Bangladesh; The Sustainable Consumer: an oxymoron?; A splash of Green: new directions in textile printing; Heroes or zeros? An analysis of Version 2.0 of ZDHC; Interview: Derek Sabori - Director, Volcom; Wool sector talks eco in Biella; Timberland aims to stamp out bad practise; The footprint of cotton and Lyocell denim – compared; Major BCI expansion plan revealed; India Minister blasts GM cotton; Planet Textiles Shanghai update; and all the latest news, insight, analysis. Subscribe here today


		‘Re-use Standard’ consultation launched UK government funded body WRAP has launched a new consultation process for a proposed Re-use Standard 2013 for products such as textiles, in a bid to improve consumer confidence in the quality of products that are offered for re-sale in Britain. Read more

		Adidas helps Indonesia suppliers save energy Adidas has released the results of an energy management initiative with its suppliers in Indonesia, which showed that in 2012 these factories were able to save up to 4,715 tons of CO2 in a bid to reach their 2015 targets for energy reduction. Read more

		Consumerism can’t be “stopped in its tracks” Current clothing retail business models, which rely on brands selling more and more to remain viable are here to stay – but the shift towards sustainably sourced products is inevitable and will become increasingly marked. John Mowbray talks to Sport 2000 and Fenix Outdoor Retail. Read more

		Ethical fashion returns to London Fashion Week Ethical fashion exhibition Estethica will return to London Fashion Week for its fifteenth consecutive season, showcasing sustainable clothing and accessories designers including People Tree, Fair Trade millner Pachacuti and upcycled metal waste brand Bottletop. Read more

		Deal to boost sustainable cotton in Africa The Aid by Trade Foundation and Better Cotton Initiative have signed a long-term cooperation agreement in Paris that aims to improve the living conditions of smallholder farmers in developing regions through sustainable cotton production. Read more

		CAREER OPPORTUNITY: Consultant for Clean by Design Initiative• Natural Resources Defense Council The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), one of the nation’s largest and most effective environmental organizations, is seeking a consultant to work in its Clean by Design initiative in close coordination with the Council of Fashion Designers (CFDA). Clean by Design addresses the environmental impacts of the apparel/fashion industry, with particular emphasis on the environmental impacts of textile dyeing and finishing abroad. For more information and the opportunity to apply, visit: Careers in Textiles.

		Planet Textiles 2013 This year's Planet Textiles Conference is to be held 22 October 2013 in Shanghai. Jointly organised by Ecotextile News and Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles tackles the crucial issues of sustainability in the global textile sector. 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 August/September 2013 magazine issue The Materials Sustainability Index: A look at how materials are scored; Water project aims to boost efficiency in Bangladesh; The Sustainable Consumer: an oxymoron?; A splash of Green: new directions in textile printing; Heroes or zeros? An analysis of Version 2.0 of ZDHC; Interview: Derek Sabori - Director, Volcom; Wool sector talks eco in Biella; Timberland aims to stamp out bad practise; The footprint of cotton and Lyocell denim – compared; Major BCI expansion plan revealed; India Minister blasts GM cotton; Planet Textiles Shanghai update; and all the latest news, insight, analysis. Subscribe here today


		WRAP Tender opportunities: BID FOR PROJECT WORK To support the work of the Sustainable Clothing Action Plan, WRAP is commissioning new project work. WRAP is looking for individuals or teams to bring industry knowledge and expertise to support their team working with the clothing sector. These tender opportunities will enable you to strategically input into WRAP’s future clothing work and help shape the development of the Sustainable Clothing Action Plan, as it moves into a new phase. Read More

		Textile recycling breakthrough? An Indiansynthetic fibre supplier has developed a new way to chemically recycle lo-grade polyester waste into high-quality textile yarns – using proprietary technology that can be retrofitted to conventional polyester fibre plants secure your place. Read More

		Record organic cotton crop in Tanzania African organic cotton project bioRe Tanzania says it forecasts a bumper harvest for the 2012/2013 cropping season with an estimated 10,000 tonnes of cottonseed expected to be produced. Read More

		M&S scoops global responsibility award Marks & Spencer (M&S) has been named Responsible Retailer of the Year at the World Retail Awards with the judges noting the scale of achievement of Plan A, the company's 180 commitment eco and ethical programme. Read More

		Biorefined textile fibre from China Potentially groundbreaking new technology that produces natural textile fibres from agricultural crop residues – while using no external energy and producing no wastewater - is set for commercial launch. Fibralogic, which is being brought to market by Chinese firm Earth Protex, also yields organic fertiliser as a useful byproduct. And its owners claim Fibralogic represents a model of ‘Agro-Industrial Ecology’ for ‘closed-loop fibre processing’, as well as a ‘viable strategy for rural Green Economic Development.’ Read More

		Texworld visitors warm to sustainability theme This week’s Texworld exhibition has concluded in Paris with exhibitors reporting a growing interest amongst international buyers in organic and other environmentally friendly products. Read More

		Higg Index to come under scrutiny Version 1.0 of the Higg Index comes under public scrutiny for the first time at next week’s 2012 Sustainable Textiles Conference in Hong Kong, where a keenly anticipated breakout session is attracting significant industry interest. Read More

		Eco-Textile Labelling Guide 2012 – now available The 2012 edition of the Eco-Textile Labelling Guide containing all of the relevant updates to over 50 different ecotextile labels and standards will be available for purchase next week. Read More

		136-page Sustainable Cotton Guide: 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 October-November 2012 issue of the magazine - OUT NOW Interviews: two minutes with Detlef Braun, Member of the Board, Messe Frankfurt; and Joost Oorthuizen, Executive Director at IDH; Central Textiles completes module assessment ofHigg Index; an in-depth look at how retailers can 'brand' sustainability and choose between metrics; in-person report from Munich Fashion Start which delivered on sustainability; exclusive review of innovative new denim softening technology from Jeanologia; detailed advice on how to tackle GM issues; FAST Retail's latest CSR report reviewed and all the latest news, insight and analysis. Read More *Call us on: +44 1977 708488 to subscribe to the printed magazine + online archived back issues + premium online access.*


		Jack Wolfskin joins Zero Discharge programme Outdoor equipment supplier Jack Wolfskin is the latest signatory to the “Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals” programme, the joint roadmap developed in response to the Greenpeace Detox Campaign. Read More

		RITE Group: book now to avoid disappointment With a series of high-level industry specialists from across the clothing and textile industries confirmed as speakers, places at October's RITE Group conference are going fast. Book now to secure your place. Read More

		Content Claim Standard officially launched The Textile Exchange has officially launched its Content Claim Standard (CCS), a chain of custody standard, which gives apparel brands a tool to verify that one or more specific input materials are in a final textile product. Read More

		Polartec partner launches 100% recycled garment Norrøna has launched a new ‘up-cycled’ jacket made entirely of Polartec Wind Pro fleece which is made of 100% Repreve recycled yarn from Unifi. Read More

		IDH targets major Better Cotton growth Better Cotton production is growing so rapidly that it has the potential to be at millions of tonnes per year by 2020 if the Better Cotton Fast Track Programme fulfils its potential. Read More

		WRAP Tender opportunities: Bid for project work now To support the work of the Sustainable Clothing Action Plan, WRAP is commissioning new project work. WRAP is looking for individuals or teams to bring industry knowledge and expertise to support their team working with the clothing sector. These tender opportunities will enable you to strategically input into WRAP’s future clothing work and help shape the development of the Sustainable Clothing Action Plan, as it moves into a new phase. Read More

		Hong Kong Sustainable Textiles Conference line up A world-class line-up has been announced for this year’s Sustainable Textiles Conference, which takes place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 4 – 5 October. Innovation, Investment, Impacts and Integrity are key themes on the agenda at the event, which is co-organised by Ecotextile News, Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles and Textile Exchange. Read More

		Eco-Textile Labelling Guide 2012 – now available The 2012 edition of the Eco-Textile Labelling Guide containing all of the relevant updates to over 50 different ecotextile labels and standards will be available for purchase next week. Read More

		136-page sustainable cotton guide: DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE NOW The Insiders Guide to Cotton and Sustainability, written by Simon Ferrigno and edited by John Mowbray, is now available as a digital publication. 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 August-September 2012 issue of the magazine - OUT NOW Interviews: two minutes with Martin Lidegaard, Danish minister for climate, energy and buildings; and Tim Wilson, Co-founder, Historic Futures’ Sustainability report: Marks and Spencer; Sustainable Apparel Coalition – Higg Index unveiled; Berlin Fashion Week – a sustainability platform; Flexible thinking - negotiating chemical legislation; Recycling issues in the UK and Scandinavia; Check the label – the latest ecotextile label developments and all the latest news, insight and analysis. Read More *Call us on: +44 1977 708488 to subscribe to the printed magazine + online archived back issues + premium online access.*


		Central completes first Higg Index assessment Central Textiles is the first company to complete the Supplier Facilities Module assessment of the newly released SAC Higg Index 1.0, with third party assessment carried out by sustainability management company, RESET Carbon. Read More

		RITE Group event to tackle key sustainability issues With less than a month to go, high-level industry specialists from across the clothing and textile industries are gearing up for this year’s RITE Group conference, which takes place in October at Central Hall, Westminster, London. Read More

		H&M joins the ‘Future Shapers’ Swedish retail giant Hennes & Mauritz is the latest high-profile company to be highlighted as a ‘Future Shapers', a series of case studies developed by Textile Exchange to celebrate its 10th Anniversary by promoting organic cotton agriculture. Read More

		Dystar rolls out new high fixation dye Lonsen Kiri Chemical Industries, a joint venture between China’s LongSheng Group and Kiri Industries, India, has successfully produced the first bulk quantities of a new high fixation dye which, with high exhaust rates, uses less water to wash off making it more environmentally friendly. Read More

		J-Teck to show its ‘Green Soul’ at EcoPrint J-Teck will be on display at this month’s EcoPrint 2012 with its range of environmentally friendly digital inks for the textile industry. Read More

		Hong Kong Sustainable Textiles Conference line up A world-class line-up has been announced for this year’s Sustainable Textiles Conference, which takes place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 4 – 5 October. Innovation, Investment, Impacts and Integrity are key themes on the agenda at the event, which is co-organised by Ecotextile News, Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles and Textile Exchange. Read More

		Eco-Textile Labelling Guide 2012 – now available The 2012 edition of the Eco-Textile Labelling Guide containing all of the relevant updates to over 50 different ecotextile labels and standards will be available for purchase next week. Read More

		136-page sustainable cotton guide: DIGITAL VERSION AVAILABLE NOW The Insiders Guide to Cotton and Sustainability, written by Simon Ferrigno and edited by John Mowbray, is now available as a digital publication. 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 August-September 2012 issue of the magazine - OUT NOW Interviews: two minutes with Martin Lidegaard, Danish minister for climate, energy and buildings; and Tim Wilson, Co-founder, Historic Futures’ Sustainability report: Marks and Spencer; Sustainable Apparel Coalition – Higg Index unveiled; Berlin Fashion Week – a sustainability platform; Flexible thinking - negotiating chemical legislation; Recycling issues in the UK and Scandinavia; Check the label – the latest ecotextile label developments and all the latest news, insight and analysis. Read More *Call us on: +44 1977 708488 to subscribe to the printed magazine + online archived back issues + premium online access.*

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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

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