Apparel makers struggle to tap in-house design talent
As the retail climate worsens, many Western clothing chains are seeking to cut costs by outsourcing design elements to their…
Skills shortages
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INDIA: NIFT to open first overseas centre in Mauritius
India’s fashion education training centre, the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), is set to open its first overseas branch…
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Chinese suppliers struggle with US slowdown
A huge number of Chinese manufacturers are worried about the US retail downturn – even though the country accounts for…
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US: Gerber ‘University’ launches CAD/CAM courses
Gerber Technology is launching a new online training tool to help users get the most out of its CAD/CAM and…
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US: Professional programme for intimate apparel execs
Next month sees the launch of the first professional accreditation programme for intimate apparel executives and associates. Devised by the…
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PAKISTAN: Export zones set up garment worker training centres
Pakistan’s Export Processing Zone Authority (EPZA) is to set up training centres for workers in garment factories with help from…