The number behind the July strike Several thousand people marched through Florence on July * during a Tuscany-wide industrial strike. Fashion, textiles and leather goods were among the sectors at …
US T&A imports drop to $39 bn in Jan-May; Vietnam retains top spot
Vietnam maintained its position as the top supplier. The country supplied **.** per cent textile and garment imports in terms of value, during the first five months of this year. …
US’ Carter’s reports 86% sustainable cotton sourcing in 2025
American apparel firm Carter’s, Inc has released its sixth annual Raise the Future Impact Report, setting out its 2025 progress against corporate responsibility commitments relevant to children’s apparel sourcing, materials …
US’ Authentic names Experience Group as Lee’s Europe partner
Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), a global brand development, marketing and entertainment platform, announced a new long-term partnership with Experience Group for Lee across Europe. The partnership will take effect following …
Australian apparel imports fall while textiles gain in July-May
Apparel imports (HS code **) eased *.** per cent to Au$**.*** billion (~$*.*** billion), compared with Au$**.*** billion a year earlier. The imports dipped **.** per cent year on year …
The International Labour Organization (ILO) and the General Federation of Jordanian Trade Unions (GFJTU) have convened a strategic workshop in Amman to deepen cooperation on migrant workers’ rights and strengthen …
AAFA calls for no additional tariffs on footwear imported from Brazil
Beth Hughes, the American Apparel & Footwear Association’s vice president of trade and customs policy, recently testified at the US Trade Representative’s (USTR’) Section 301 hearing on Brazil, urging against …
Bangladesh RMG exports down 1.6% to $38.7 bn in FY26; June rebounds
Woven garment exports witnessed limited decline compared to knitted garment exports during the last fiscal. Knitwear exports (Chapter **) declined by *.** per cent to $**.*** billion, compared with $**.*** …
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has reportedly pledged policy support, trade reforms, a ‘Plug and Play’ factory model and regular industry dialogue to boost exports and dollar earnings. With …
Germany’s apparel imports slightly higher in Q1, China’s share rises
According to sourcing intelligence tool TexPro, China strengthened its position as Germany’s largest apparel supplier, with exports valued at $*.*** billion, accounting for **.** per cent of total imports, compared with …