Here are the top stories on Just Style this week:

Gap Inc to close all stores in UK and Ireland
The US specialty clothing retailer plans to close all company-operated Gap Specialty and Gap Outlet stores in the UK and Republic of Ireland by the end of September.

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China’s Covid uptick may impact US clothing shipments
A rise in Covid-19 cases in the Chinese clothing and textile manufacturing hub of Guangdong is exacerbating already fraught global logistics and putting further pressure on apparel and footwear orders.

International brands to restart sourcing in Myanmar
Amid a backdrop of violence and instability, international fashion chains plan to begin placing orders from Myanmar factories again in the hope of bringing back employment and stability to a devastated industry.

Multinational apparel supply chain companies and their subsidiaries – Exclusive
Apparel supply chain multinationals are far less likely to establish subsidiaries in North America than the average multinational company, according to analysis of GlobalData’s exclusively compiled subsidiary database.

Patagonia inks multi-year deal for textile waste fibre
The deal guarantees Patagonia access to Infinited Fiber Company’s Infinna, which is created out of textile waste. It also secures future sales income for circular fashion and textile technology group Infinited Fiber Company as it ramps up production.

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Nominations are now closed for the Just Style Excellence Awards. A big thanks to all the organisations that entered – your response has been outstanding, showcasing exceptional innovation, leadership, and impact

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From bio-based durable water repellents to 90–95% wastewater recovery, Archroma’s dual win in the 2025 Just Style Excellence Awards highlights its sustainability-first approach. Find out how PHOBOTEX® NTR-50 and the Mahachai ZLD project are helping apparel and textile players meet tightening global regulations.

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