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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Bangladesh builds towards sustainability with green factories and circular economy
The Bangladesh clothing manufacturing sector is continuing to strive to improve its sustainability profile.
US exports as of July 2021: A second look
The US Government Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA) has published its apparel US exports...
Cambodia’s garment industry wage negotiations kick-off
Cambodia’s garment industry has begun wage negotiations, with union and industry representatives already reaching an...
JD Sports, Footasylum takeover blocked by CMA – again
JD Sports proposed takeover of rival Footasylum has once again been blocked by the UK...
Unprecedented disruptions to supply chains threaten US economic recovery
The US economic recovery is under threat as supply chains, including apparel and textile ones, continue to suffer “unprecedented disruptions”, according to the American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA).
LA Arena industrial park to boost Honduras maquila industry after Covid low
After completing the technical testing required, central America's largest apparel factory is about to open in Honduras, producing sportswear for major brands such as Nike or Under Armour, an executive informed Just Style.
Crystal unveils Jeans Redesign Collection
Crystal International Group Limited has unveiled its new Jeans Redesign Collection featuring denim made with 98% organic cotton, mushroom-derived finishing, and no rivets, which means they are 100% recyclable.
BN3TH picks PLM to drive growth
Men’s underwear and apparel company BN3TH has invested in a new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution to revamp product development.
Worker safety in Sri Lanka apparel sector a priority
JAAF, the apparel industry's trade body in Sri Lanka has moved to reassure the industry that all measures are in place to ensure worker safety is a priority during the ongoing challenges of the pandemic.
CFDA, Ugg team on new online Materials Hub
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has partnered with footwear brand Ugg on a new online hub to assist the fashion industry in material sourcing.
