US and Kenya MoU to promote growth in apparel sector
The US American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in cooperation with the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM).
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High-tech Turkey embraces industry 4.0 digitalisation in its clothing and textile sector
The garment and textile industry in Turkey is investing heavily in Industry 4.0 across the manufacturing spectrum, as digitalisation and e-commerce becomes increasingly common place in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.
New white paper aims to redress buyer supplier relationship
There are overarching problems with buyer-supplier relations in the global textile and garment industry that need addressing, a new white paper has found, which sets out expectations from buyers.
Cloud company filing mentions and jobs in the apparel sector in Q2 2021 and change from Q2 2020
| Indicator | Count |
|---|---|
| Company filings mentions | 13 (−8▼) |
| Jobs | 8,648 (+5,164▲) |
Latest News
Wrangler utilises textile waste for most sustainable denim yet
US denim brand Wrangler has teamed up with Infinited Fiber Company to incorporate Infinna – regenerated, recyclable fibres – into its global denim range for its autumn 2021 collection, the brand’s most sustainable denim yet.
Asos among latest names to join The Climate Pledge
UK online fashion retailer Asos and department store Selfridges are among the latest 86 signatories to The Climate Pledge, a commitment to reach the Paris Agreement ten years early and be net-zero carbon by 2040.
Natural Fiber Welding, Patagonia join on circular solutions
US-based sustainable materials start-up Natural Fiber Welding Inc (NFW) is partnering with outdoor apparel company Patagonia to develop and scale circular solutions in textiles.
Kontoor Brands to finalise GHG emissions targets in 2022
Jeans giant Kontoor Brands, owner of the Wrangler and Lee brands, will launch bold new science-based targets for both businesses next year.
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Expert Commentary & Analysis
View MoreWhat does China’s membership in CPTPP mean for apparel trade?
Associate professor in the Department of Fashion and Apparel Studies from the University of Delaware,...
US exports as of July 2021: A second look
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Value of US apparel imports continues to decline in July
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