The most-read stories on just-style this week include a look at what the EU-Vietnam trade deal means for textile and apparel duties, Bangladesh and Vietnam led the way in terms of US apparel import growth in December, and Esquel progresses in a research programme to develop a sustainable Chinese supply of Sea Island cotton.
What the EU-Vietnam trade deal means for duties
Recently released details of the European Union’s trade agreement with Vietnam show how the deal could boost garment sourcing by EU brands in this key emerging south-east Asian player.
US apparel import growth led by Bangladesh
Apparel imports into the US wound down in December as the holiday season came to an end, yet all but two of the leading supplier countries booked growth during the month. Bangladesh and Vietnam both led with double-digit gains, while China continued to rebound from its decline in October.
Esquel backs sustainable Chinese Sea Island cotton supply
Hong Kong-based Esquel Group, the major vertically integrated cotton to shirt supplier, is making progress in a research programme to develop a sustainable Chinese supply of Sea Island cotton – also known as extra-long staple (ELS) cotton – in Xinjiang.
Sears looks to lift apparel through sourcing changes
Sears Holdings is to try to improve the performance of its apparel division through changes to sourcing and pricing, accelerate the closing of unprofitable stores, and implement additional cost savings, after forecasting a net loss in its fourth-quarter.
Eco-friendly garment factory opens in Bangladesh
Leading Bangladesh-based apparel manufacturer AKH Group has opened a flagship eco-friendly garment factory that has been certified by the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) building accreditation scheme.
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