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Insight22 Mar 2016Fairtrade International has today released the new Fairtrade Textile Standard. The standard aims to ensure a better working life for workers across the textile industry supply chain and will be rolled out over the next six years.
Insight22 Mar 2016The 3rd China Textiles Sustainability and Fashion Printing Conference is set to take place next month with speakers from across the globe discussing the issues affecting this area of the industry.
Oerlikon Neumag has found an innovative spunbond process to reduce operating costs while maintaining the quality of the end product. CEO Georg Stausberg reveals what his company will promote at this year’s IDEA.
Global cotton values failed to establish a clear direction last week, as the commodities market was volatile due to the fluctuated US dollar. Polyester prices were mixed in China, while viscose, nylon and acrylic increased. Wool advanced, too. Sales of man-made fibre yarns improved, but cotton yarns were under pressure amid expectations for cotton auctions in China. Fabric sales also ameliorated in the high trading season.
Insight21 Mar 2016Hanoi-based lawyers, serving foreign white-collar expatriates employed in the Vietnamese textile and garment sectors, have welcomed the country’s latest easing of work-permit regulations, but are somewhat divided on its significance.
Insight21 Mar 2016With many printer manufacturers investing in ink technology, the topic has arisen as to whether it is better for potential investors in digital technology to opt for a “complete solution” or compile their own solution via different vendors.
