Sustainability

Pre-consumer waste like offcuts, chindi (scraps), selvages and sewing-floor discards are quietly eating into margins and sustainability goals. To tackle this growing problem, manufacturers are finding creative and practical ways to deal wit

Once recycled into textile-grade yarn, polyester cannot be recycled again, creating a one-way trip to the landfill/incineration plants. To tackle this, Texfil, a subsidiary of Filatex, a leading polyester yarn manufacturer, has developed wh

Packaging is now getting the much-needed upgrade. From compostable cornstarch pouches to paper made from elephant poo, the industry is proving that sustainability doesn’t end at the stitch. It carries through to the tag, the tape and the

There is an urgent need for the reskilling of apparel sector workers as a result of technological advancements, customer expectations and sustainability regulations which will enable the sector to stay competitive, maintain productivity and

In a candid conversation with Apparel Resources, Kazuki Morise, Manager - South Asia and Middle East Market Development Section, Bemberg discusses about the premium Bemberg fibre which is both biodegradable and compostable and is known for

With the US scaling back its focus on climate action, industry leaders give their opinions regarding its impact on the sustainability efforts of apparel manufacturers and their future trajectory.

According to Vantage Market Research, the global vegan leather market was valued at US $ 60.4 million in 2023 and is projected to reach US $ 131.7 million by 2030.

Textile industry experts give their views on what is needed from the Government for drafting a sustainability framework for the industry. They discuss the must-haves that would make this framework effective.

In a recent visit to Panipat, Team Apparel Resources found that Panipat’s manufacturers are setting new standards not just with their focus on textile recycling but also with their strong thrust on sustainability.