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GOTS 8.0 to mandate OECD-aligned due diligence, enhance public safety

Nonprofit Global Standard is introducing “mandatory” OECD-aligned due diligence and new governance requirements for certified entities with the release of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) Version 8.0.

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Week in Review: Mango’s logistics centre shows where fashion’s real scale lies

A tour of Mango’s highly automated logistics hub highlights how centralised distribution and automation are becoming strategic tools for fashion brands navigating global uncertainty.

Calls for watchdog grow as UK clothing manufacturers flag unfair buying

A new survey of UK clothing manufacturers has intensified calls for regulatory oversight after widespread reports of unfair purchasing practices imposed by brands, but industry experts warn reforms must also protect supplier viability and avoid adding compliance burdens that could deter orders.

Report exposes widespread heat risk in India’s textile sector

A new report by HeatWatch and the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) in Mumbai, India has found that Indian garment and textile workers are exposed to significant heat stress, with many workplaces lacking basic protections.

CHIC Shanghai 2026 expects over 160,000 visitors in Spring

CHIC Shanghai, the China International Fashion Fair is set to welcome over 160,000 professional visitors from the fashion industry during its spring edition, from 11 – 13 March 2026.

Abercrombie & Fitch FY sales grow but profit hit by increased costs

Costs weighed heavy on Abercrombie and Fitch (A&F) sales growth for the full year ending 31 January, causing profits to slide.