September

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 ...


		H&M bans PFC use across all products H&M Group has put a global ban on the use of Perfluorinated Compounds (PFCs) across its supply chain from 1 January 2013, which means that all orders placed this date or later will be produced without PFCs. The move is an interesting one from H&M given that in the past it has sold water repellent fabrics, but has not focussed on stain repellant clothing or high performance rainwear. Read More

		Patagonia re-states support for consumer label US outdoor clothing brand Patagonia has reiterated its hope that the Higg Index can be eventually used to allow people to scan clothing and textile labels in order to compare the environmental and social impacts of different products. Read More

		Researchers explore mulesing alternative Researchers in Australia have described initial trials of a skin treatment as a mulesing alternative for merino sheep as ‘promising’. Read More

		Japanese pledge improves organic cotton prospects Two Japanese companies have responded to a global initiative that encourages companies to combine commercial success and sustainable development by pledging to back organic cotton farmers in India. Read More

		US textile waste growth prompts recycling scheme The latest statistics from the US’s Environmental Protection Agency estimate that a huge 13.1 million tons of textiles were thrown away in 2010, the most recent year for which statistics are available - 5.3 per cent of the country’s total municipal solid waste (MSW) generation. 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

		Bookings now being taken for RITE event Bookings are now open for this year’s RITE Group conference, which takes place in October at Central Hall, Westminster, London. Details can also be found at the RITE Group's new website which can be found at www.ritegroup.org 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.*


		Huntsman to restructure Textile Effects business Huntsman has announced a strategic overhaul of its Textile Effects business that could include the possible closure of its production facilities and business support offices in Basel, Switzerland. Read More

		Planet Textile delegate places now at a premium Delegate places at this year’s Planet Textiles, the annual event on sustainability, which takes place on October 19th in China, are now at a premium with potential visitors urged to sign up now in order to secure a place. Read More

		Zambia cotton project gets Otto Group support The Otto Group and the Aid by Trade Foundation have launched a project to promote Zambia's school infrastructure through a Cotton made in Africa project. Read More

		Protective clothing application for Crailar Flax fibre maker Naturally Advanced Technologies Inc. has entered into a short term agreement with protective clothing company Westex to evaluate the processing of its 'Crailer' textile fibre. Read More

		Jeanologia laser increases environmental credentials Jeanologia, the Spanish research and development firm has increased the speeds of its laser technology, enhancing the environmental potential of its and dry denim garment processing. Read More

		New guidebook on cotton and sustainability MCL Global, the publisher of the influential Ecotextile News magazine will launch the ‘Insider’s Guide to Cotton and Sustainability’, a new handy booklet which will provide in-depth expert analysis and guidance on how to tackle the issue of sustainability in the global cotton supply chain. Read More

		Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy Interviews: Two minutes with ... J. Berrye Worsham, CEO, Cotton Incorporated; Textile fibres: Should the textile sector concentrate on the environmental ‘quick win’?; Playing safe at European Outdoor; The Pollution Solution – dyehouse problems; Plant protection – managing pests and production in the cotton industry; Plan A to go global; Catalytic Clothing; Cotton drought...and all the latest news and analysis. Regulars: Eco-Technical, News, Analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More


		H&M confirms it will meet Greenpeace demands Fast fashion retail giant H&M has joined Nike, Puma and adidas in an eye popping commitment to eliminate the use of hazardous chemicals from all its product production processes by 2020. But will the pressure group now modify its campaign? Read More

		Exclusive: Benchmark cotton LCA launched A new life cycle inventory and life cycle analysis of cotton products has been completed by US-based Cotton Inc. that could prove to be a blueprint for sustainability in the global cotton textile supply chain, as it seeks to establish current and accurate benchmarks of potential environmental impacts. Read More

		Puma launches recycled suede footwear Puma has introduced a new recycled suede shoe into its expanding range of sustainable footwear. Read More

		Made-By event on sustainability Made-By’s 2011 International Annual Event, which takes place in London on 13 October will feature speakers from several leading global brands. Read More

		Natural progression at Dornbirn Sustainability is high on the agenda at this week’s Dornbirn Man-Made Fibers Congress (MFC) in Austria, with wider concerns – not least the economy and the environment – overshadowing textile industry-specific issues. Read More

		Planet Textiles registration now open Registration is now open for this year’s Planet Textiles, the annual event on sustainability, which takes place on October 19th in China. Read More

		New guidebook on cotton and sustainability MCL Global, the publisher of the influential Ecotextile News magazine will launch the ‘Insider’s Guide to Cotton and Sustainability’, a new handy booklet which will provide in-depth expert analysis and guidance on how to tackle the issue of sustainability in the global cotton supply chain. Read More

		Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy Interviews: Two minutes with ... J. Berrye Worsham, CEO, Cotton Incorporated; Textile fibres: Should the textile sector concentrate on the environmental ‘quick win’?; Playing safe at European Outdoor; The Pollution Solution – dyehouse problems; Plant protection – managing pests and production in the cotton industry; Plan A to go global; Catalytic Clothing; Cotton drought...and all the latest news and analysis. Regulars: Eco-Technical, News, Analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More


		Greenpeace leans on H&M Greenpeace is now calling for H&M – Europe’s second largest clothing retailer – to match the efforts of Nike, Adidas and Puma by committing to eliminate all uses and discharges of hazardous chemicals throughout its entire supply chain. Read More

		RITE Group confirms break-out session details Organisers of the RITE Group conference have announced details of the break-out sessions that will take place at this October’s fifth annual session. Read More

		Estethica marks 5th year at London Fashion Week Eighteen designers will showcase their S/S 2012 collections for Estethica, a leading ethical showcase and a major part of London Fashion Week, which takes place from the 16th to the 20th September. Read More

		Pratibha expects to overcome challenges Pratibha Syntex, the fully integrated organic and sustainable cotton textile giant from India, expects to increase its acreage of organic and Better Cotton, expand its non-GM seed production and embark on an extensive recycling programme to grow its business in a challenging environment. Read More

		Patagonia launches green partnership program Patagonia has launched a new partnership scheme with its customers to help reduce consumption levels. The outdoor apparel brand has also teamed up with online auction site ebay to launch a new marketplace for customers under the same theme. Read More

		Planet Textiles registration now open Registration is now open for this year’s Planet Textiles, the annual event on sustainability, which takes place on October 19th in China. Read More

		New guidebook on cotton and sustainability MCL Global, the publisher of the influential Ecotextile News magazine will launch the ‘Insider’s Guide to Cotton and Sustainability’, a new handy booklet which will provide in-depth expert analysis and guidance on how to tackle the issue of sustainability in the global cotton supply chain. Read More

		Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy Interviews: Two minutes with ... J. Berrye Worsham, CEO, Cotton Incorporated; Textile fibres: Should the textile sector concentrate on the environmental ‘quick win’?; Playing safe at European Outdoor; The Pollution Solution – dyehouse problems; Plant protection – managing pests and production in the cotton industry; Plan A to go global; Catalytic Clothing; Cotton drought...and all the latest news and analysis. Regulars: Eco-Technical, News, Analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More


		Organic cotton growth unwinds Despite recent reports about how sales of organic cotton clothing have shrugged off the effects of the global recession and unstable economies, it still remains unclear if the organic cotton sector is actually growing, with indications from cotton growers that the industry is probably stable at best. Read More

		Sorona gets stringent Oeko-Tex label DuPont’s Sorona biopolymer, which is used to produce textile fibres from renewable sources such as corn, has been granted the stringent Oeko-Tex Class 1 Certification by the Hohenstein Textile Testing Institute, which means it can be safely used in infants and toddlers clothing. Read More

		CmiA project reaches 1.6 million The Cotton Made in Africa (CmiA) initiative, a strategic alliance of partners from industry, the public sector, and NGOs, now reaches 1.6 million people across five countries, according to a new, comparative multi-country study. Read More

		Bershka opens ‘eco’ store in Germany Fashion chain Bershka, part of the Inditex Group, has opened a new ‘eco’ store in Berlin. Read More

		New eco-standard for textile machinery t the forthcoming ITMA 2011 in Barcelona, the VDMA Textile Machinery Association will introduce its BLUecoMPETENCE initiative for ecological design and energy efficiency says Adrian Wilson of Sustainable Nonwovens. Read More

		Planet Textiles registration now open Registration is now open for this year’s Planet Textiles, the annual event on sustainability, which takes place on October 19th in China. Read More

		New guidebook on cotton and sustainability MCL Global, the publisher of the influential Ecotextile News magazine will launch the ‘Insider’s Guide to Cotton and Sustainability’, a new handy booklet which will provide in-depth expert analysis and guidance on how to tackle the issue of sustainability in the global cotton supply chain. Read More

		Sign up to ensure you receive a regular copy Interviews: Two minutes with ... J. Berrye Worsham, CEO, Cotton Incorporated; Textile fibres: Should the textile sector concentrate on the environmental ‘quick win’?; Playing safe at European Outdoor; The Pollution Solution – dyehouse problems; Plant protection – managing pests and production in the cotton industry; Plan A to go global; Catalytic Clothing; Cotton drought...and all the latest news and analysis. Regulars: Eco-Technical, News, Analysis. Call us on: +44 1977 708488 for a sample copy. Read More

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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 ...