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Barriers to recycling threaten global market for elastane (spandex) and spur innovation in alternative stretch fibres (2024-01-16) Elastane (spandex) fibres face criticism because of the barrier they pose to the recycling of textile waste, and this criticism is spurring manufacturers to explore alternatives to elastane which are more easily recyclable.... more...

Producers and users of single-use medical nonwovens face battles in overcoming the challenges of recycling (2023-11-14) Producers and users of single-use medical nonwovens face battles in overcoming challenges of recycling as they prepare for the introduction of new EU legislation aimed at addressing the problem of textile waste... more...

Progress in the development of PFAS alternatives stirs optimism among performance apparel brands (2023-10-10) The latest developments in alternatives to PFASs (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) or forever chemicals are showing promise for use in the manufacture of performance apparel... more...

Traceability technologies pave the way for supply chain transparency in the textile and clothing industry (2023-09-05) Textile and clothing manufacturers, brands and retailers face growing pressure from consumers and government regulations to address fraud, identify human rights issues and other malpractices, and substantiate claims... more...

Performance textile and apparel manufacturers turn to plant-based anti-odour materials in response to concerns about the adverse effects of conventional technologies (2023-07-25) Odour control technologies have emerged as a key solution for preventing the development of unpleasant smells and maintaining freshness in textiles and clothing. However, there are growing concerns about the adverse effects of odour control technologies... more...

Military clothing and equipment manufacturers face pressure to innovate as the development of advanced lethal weapons gathers pace (2023-01-31) Military clothing and equipment manufacturers face pressure to innovate as the development of advanced lethal weapons gathers pace... more...

The future of the UK apparel industry lies in technology, collaboration across the supply chain, employee well-being and buy-in from the top (2022-12-07) The future of the UK apparel industry lies in technology, collaboration across the supply chain, employee well-being and buy-in from the top... more...

Apparel brands intensify collaboration with supply chains, prompted by the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles (2022-11-09) Apparel brands intensify collaboration with supply chains, prompted by the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles... more...

Investment in insect repellent fabrics and clothing development ramps up as climate change causes biting insects to migrate to more temperate regions and insects build resistance to chemical insecticides (2022-09-26) Investment in insect repellent fabrics and clothing development ramps up as climate change causes biting insects to migrate to more temperate regions and insects build resistance to chemical insecticides... more...

Textile manufacturers turn to mono material fabrics and cellulosic fibres as pressure mounts to improve the recyclability of textile products (2022-07-01) Textile manufacturers turn to mono material fabrics and cellulosic fibres as pressure mounts to improve the recyclability of textile products... more...

Demand for automotive technical textiles is growing as new applications emerge and manufacturers strive to increase comfort, improve safety and reduce weight (2022-06-01) Demand for automotive technical textiles is growing as new applications emerge and manufacturers strive to increase comfort, improve safety and reduce weight... more...

Apparel brand Pangaia goes beyond loungewear to prove its worth as a materials innovator (2022-04-05) Apparel brand Pangaia goes beyond loungewear to prove its worth as a materials innovator... more...

Innovation in moisture management technologies accelerates as consumers demand greater functionality from performance apparel (2022-04-05) Innovation in moisture management technologies accelerates as consumers demand greater functionality from performance apparel ... more...

Apparel supply chains hit by perfect storm as costs rise on multiple fronts (2022-01-25) Apparel supply chains hit by perfect storm as costs rise on multiple fronts... more...

Fabrics made from plant-based materials set to boom in collections for the autumn/winter 2022/23 season (2022-01-19) Fabrics made from plant-based materials set to boom in collections for the autumn/winter 2022/23 season... more...

Innovations in aramid materials are accelerating as forecasters predict strong growth in the market for aramid fibres (2022-01-13) Innovations in aramid materials are accelerating as forecasters predict strong growth in the market for aramid fibres... more...

World trade in socks, pantyhose, tights, compression hosiery and stockings is expected to rebound in 2021 but growth looks sluggish in 2022 and beyond (2021-12-15) World trade in socks, pantyhose, tights, compression hosiery and stockings is expected to rebound in 2021 but growth looks sluggish in 2022 and beyond ... more...

The chemical protective clothing market is set to grow faster than many other performance apparel segments (2021-10-06) The chemical protective clothing market is set to grow faster than many other performance apparel segments... more...

Market opportunities for antiviral and antibacterial textiles will continue to expand to include athleisure and fashion apparel (2021-06-09) Market opportunities for antiviral and antibacterial textiles will continue to expand to include athleisure and fashion apparel ... more...

The biopolymers market could grow sharply in the coming years as the absorbent hygiene products (AHPs) industry seeks to avoid legislation (2021-04-01) The biopolymers market could grow sharply in the coming years as the absorbent hygiene products (AHPs) industry seeks to avoid legislation... more...

Markets for cosmetotextile products will benefit from a consumer focus on beauty and wellness resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic (2021-02-23) Markets for cosmetotextile products will benefit from a consumer focus on beauty and wellness resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic... more...

Innovations in cellulosic fibres derived from textile and clothing waste are poised for commercialisation in 2021 (2021-01-22) Innovations in cellulosic fibres derived from textile and clothing waste are poised for commercialisation in 2021... more...

COVID-19 pandemic spurs innovation in antiviral fabrics for medical protective clothing (2020-09-18) COVID-19 pandemic spurs innovation in antiviral fabrics for medical protective clothing ... more...

Room for improving the environmental sustainability of waterproof breathable fabrics, despite progress made (2020-03-04) Room for improving the environmental sustainability of waterproof breathable fabrics, despite progress made... more...

The denim industry makes a major foray into sustainability, reports Textiles Intelligence (2020-01-27) The denim industry makes a major foray into sustainability, reports Textiles Intelligence... more...

Cotton prices forecast to fall in 2019/20 and 2020/21 as supplies hit record levels and outstrip demand (2020-01-02) Cotton prices forecast to fall in 2019/20 and 2020/21 as supplies hit record levels and outstrip demand... more...

Retailers and brands invest in "bricks and mortar" stores in a fightback against online shopping (2019-11-05) Retailers and brands invest in "bricks and mortar" stores in a fightback against online shopping... more...

Global shapewear market set for resurgence as celebrity endorsements of brands, a selfie culture and social media spur demand (2019-10-29) Global shapewear market set for resurgence as celebrity endorsements of brands, a selfie culture and social media spur demand... more...

International hosiery market set for transformation as sourcing shifts towards emerging low cost producers in Asia (2019-10-14) International hosiery market set for transformation as sourcing shifts towards emerging low cost producers in Asia... more...

Textiles Intelligence announces new headquarters close to Manchester, UK as part of its growth strategy (2019-09-10) Textiles Intelligence announces new headquarters close to Manchester, UK as part of its growth strategy... more...

Fast growth in the medical textile market threatened by a new stringent EU regulation (2019-09-05) Fast growth in the medical textile market threatened by a new stringent EU regulation... more...

Sustainability and craftsmanship are key to surviving difficult market conditions in the European fabric market (2019-08-07) Sustainability and craftsmanship are key to surviving difficult market conditions in the European fabric market... more...

Demand for comfortable, stylish and sustainable flame resistant apparel spurs innovation (2019-07-26) Demand for comfortable, stylish and sustainable flame resistant apparel spurs innovation... more...

The apparel industry must work collaboratively to make real progress in tackling the sustainability challenge (2019-07-08) The apparel industry must work collaboratively to make real progress in tackling the sustainability challenge... more...

Several Asian countries look set to make gains as the USA threatens to impose additional tariffs on clothing imports from China (2019-07-03) Several Asian countries look set to make gains as the USA threatens to impose additional tariffs on clothing imports from China... more...

Textiles Intelligence is an official media partner of Techtextil and Texprocess (2019-03-27) Textiles Intelligence is proud to announce that it is an official media partner of the 2019 edition of Techtextil, an international trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens, and Texprocess, an international trade fair for garment manufacturing and ... more...

Water sports apparel: environmental sustainability and performance features are key (2019-02-13) Sales of water sports apparel will grow substantially over the next five years--but success isn't guaranteed for... more...

Textile and apparel industry leaders undertake ambitious projects to reduce environmental impact (2018-12-21) A number of textile and apparel industry leaders have revealed ambitious environmental projects in a bid to reduce the impact of the industry on the environment, according to issue 112 of Technical ... more...

Malaysian clothing imports continue to surge (2018-12-17) Malaysian clothing imports surged by no less than 425% in the seven years to 2017, according to a report in issue 194 of ... more...

Smart textiles and clothing are set to transform the health, sports and fitness, and workwear sectors (2018-10-30) Smart textiles and clothing are expected to transform the health care, sports and fitness, and workwear sectors, according to a report in issue... more...

Will advances in technology make stitched seams obsolete? (2018-10-30) Huge strides have been made in seamless and stitch-free seaming technologies in recent years, according to a report in issue ... more...

Demand for speed and customisation is driving innovation in the athletic footwear market (2018-03-07) Demand for speed and customisation is driving innovation in the athletic footwear market, according to a report in the latest issue of Textile Outlook International ... more...

Brexit--the exit of the UK from the EU--could benefit the UK textile and clothing industry (2017-11-16) Brexitthe exit of the UK from the EUcould benefit the UK textile and clothing industry, according to a report in the latest issue ... more...

Advances in electric vehicles and self-drive cars will cause major disruption for suppliers of textiles to the automotive industry (2017-11-08) Suppliers of technical textiles and related materials to the global automotive industry can expect major disruption in the coming years, according to a report in the... more...

Consumer demand for textile products made from synthetic fibres will grow faster than cotton to 2025 (2017-11-02) Consumer demand for textile products -- including clothing and home textiles -- will grow by 2.8% per annum between 2015 and 2025, according to forecasts in a new report from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Bangladesh could overtake China to become the EU's largest apparel supplier by 2020 (2017-09-07) Bangladesh could overtake China to become the EU's largest apparel supplier by 2020, according to a report in the latest issue of Textile Outlook International... more...

Stain protective apparel: preserving aesthetics, durability, functionality and sustainability (2017-09-07) The market for stain protective apparel has grown significantly in recent years and is set to grow further in the coming years, according to a report in the latest issue ... more...

Vietnamese textile and clothing industry set for strong growth (2017-06-13) Strong growth is predicted for the Vietnamese textile and clothing industry, according to a report in the latest issue of Textile Outlook International... more...

Fibres key to environmental sustainability in the textile and apparel supply chain (2017-05-23) he environmental sustainability of the textile and clothing supply chain depends significantly on the way that fibres are grown or manufactured and the raw materials used,... more...

Chinese textile and clothing exports fall with far reaching effects (2017-05-18) Chinese textile and clothing exports fell by 7.4% in 2016. As a result, China lost some of its share of world markets, according to the latest issue of Textile Outlook International ... more...

Market for high visibility apparel set to rise markedly (2017-04-21) The market for high visibility apparel is set to rise markedly in the coming years, according to a report in the latest issue of Performance ... more...

Forecasts of strong growth in demand for disposable products prompts investment in new nonwoven fabric lines (2017-03-21) Demand for disposable nonwovens is forecast to grow at a healthy rate in the coming years, according to a report in the latest issue of Technical Textile ... more...

Substantial growth forecast for India's textile and clothing industry (2017-03-03) The Indian textile and clothing industry is set to grow substantially in the coming years, according to a report in the latest issue of Textile Outlook International... more...

Market for UV protective clothing grows as skin cancer rates soar (2017-02-20) The market for UV protective clothing has been growing markedly as skin cancer rates have soared and consumers have become more aware of the dangers of excessive exposure to the sun, according to ... more...

Vast potential for growth in nonwovens consumption in the Middle East and North Africa (2016-10-01) The potential for growth in nonwovens consumption in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is vast, according to a report in the latest issue of Technical Textile Markets from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Clothing suppliers who benefit from duty-free access to the UK could lose out as a result of Brexit (2016-09-22) Suppliers in several major clothing exporting countries could lose their preferential access to the UK market if and when Britain leaves the EU, according to the latest issue of Textile... more...

EU clothing imports from China continue to plunge (2016-08-23) EU clothing imports from China plunged in volume by 9.9% in the first three months of 2016 compared with the corresponding period of the previous year, according to a report in ... more...

The medical clothing market is set for significant growth (2016-08-15) The medical clothing market is set for significant growth, according to a report in the latest issue of Performance Apparel markets from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Textile and apparel manufacturing in the USA enjoys a resurgence (2016-08-08) Textile and apparel manufacturing in the USA is enjoying a resurgence. Even companies based in India and China are investing in US facilities, according... more...

Manufacturers of snow sports apparel focus on comfort, protection and style (2016-04-18) Today's consumers of snow sports apparel are demanding clothing which -- as well as being breathable, water repellent and wind repellent -- is comfortable, environmentally sustainable, protective and stylish, according to a report in ... more...

Myanmar's clothing industry is set for significant growth in the coming years (2016-04-01) Myanmar's clothing industry is forecast to grow significantly in the coming years, according to a report in the latest issue of Global Apparel Markets... more...

Global expenditure on clothing and footwear to decline by 1.5% (2015-11-17) Global expenditure on clothing and footwear is expected to decline by 1.5% in US dollar terms in 2015 to its lowest level since 2011, according to a report in the latest issue of Global Apparel Markets from ... more...

Carbon fibre reinforced plastics (CFRPs) will help car producers to make dramatic reductions in fuel consumption (2015-10-21) The mass adoption of carbon fibre reinforced plastics (CFRPs) in vehicle production is edging closer as car makers search for ways of reducing fuel consumption, according to a report in the latest issue ... more...

Sri Lanka's clothing exports set for further growth (2015-10-21) Sri Lanka's clothing exports are poised for further growth, according to a report in the latest issue of Textile Outlook International from the ... more...

Textiles Intelligence is a Marketing Partner at the IAF World Convention: the IAF announces line up of speakers (2015-10-05) The 31st World Fashion Convention takes place during October 13-15, when key players from the apparel industry will gather in beautiful Istanbul ... more...

European textile and clothing buyers may have to get used to paying higher prices (2015-08-27) The average price of EU textile and clothing imports jumped by 14.2% during the first four months of 2015, according to the latest issue of Textile Outlook International from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Manufacturers of personal protective clothing focus on comfort, style and sustainability (2015-07-28) Several trends have emerged in recent years which are having a major impact on the personal protective clothing industry, according to a report ... more...

World exports of denim fabric with a lower cotton content treble in five years (2015-07-27) World exports of denim fabric with a cotton content of less than 85% trebled over the five years to 2014, according to a report in the latest issue of Global Apparel Markets ... more...

Pakistani textile and clothing exports to Europe surge following the granting of preferential market access (2015-07-13) Pakistani textile and clothing exports to Europe have surged since the country was granted preferential access to EU markets, according to the latest issue of Textile Outlook International ... more...

German innovation drives the global technical textile industry (2015-06-19) Innovation in companies and other organisations based in Germany is a key driving force in the global technical textile industry, according to two reports in the latest issue ... more...

Biomimicry inspires the development of environmentally sustainable performance apparel (2015-06-18) Designers of performance apparel are being urged to look to nature for inspiration when developing their ranges, according to the latest issue of Performance Apparel Markets from the business... more...

Major brands are beginning to source from Ethiopia and Kenya (2015-03-04) Major brands are beginning to source from Ethiopia and Kenya, according to a report in the latest issue of Textile Outlook International from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence... more...

European fabric manufacturers are applying new techniques to achieve greater sustainability (2015-01-12) A number of new technical processes are being deployed by European fabric manufacturers in order to achieve greater environmental sustainability, according to a report in the latest issue of Global Apparel Markets from the business information company Tex... more...

Expansion in the compression wear market will outstrip growth in established performance apparel categories (2015-01-09) The market for compression wear is likely to expand faster than the more established categories of performance apparel, according to a report in the latest issue of Performance Apparel Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Shipments of textile yarn machinery to China fall as those to Vietnam soar reflecting shifts in sourcing patterns (2014-10-29) Shipments of yarn machinery to the textile industry in China fell in 2013, according to Issue No 171 of Textile Outlook International ... more...

Moisture management fabric technology enters a new era as manufacturers and retailers respond to consumer demand for greater performance (2014-10-27) Moisture management fabric technology has entered a new era as manufacturers and retailers respond to growing demand by consumers for ever greater levels of performance from their garments, according to Issue No 49 of Performance Apparel Markets from ... more...

China's commitment to sustainability is set to spur growth in use of bioresins and biofibres (2014-09-12) The use of bioresins and biofibres will become increasingly important in China's nonwovens industry in the next few years if the Chinese government's commitments to more sustainable manufacturing and product biodegradability are to be met, according to a ... more...

Worldwide output of digitally printed textiles is set for strong growth (2014-08-19) Worldwide output of digitally printed textiles is growing at an annual rate of 25%, according to a report in Issue No 170 of Textile Outlook International from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Vietnam is set to gain most from a cutback on sourcing from China (2014-07-30) Rising costs in China have been forcing an increasing number of Western apparel brands and retailers to cut back on sourcing in China and have more of their apparel manufactured elsewhere, according to Issue No 169 of Textile Outlook International from th... more...

Textiles Intelligence strengthens its editorial team for continued growth (2014-07-22) Textiles Intelligence has added a new member, Kate Lloyd, to the editorial team at its international headquarters in Wilmslow, UK. ... more...

China's clothing retail market is set to soar as the government acts to offset falling export growth (2014-05-27) The competitiveness of the Chinese clothing industry is set to weaken over the next few years as costs rise. As a result, export growth could falter, according to Issue ... more...

Demand for antimicrobial fibres, textiles and apparel is set for strong growth (2014-03-25) Demand for antimicrobial fibres, textiles and apparel is set for strong growth, according to Issue No 47 of Performance Apparel Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Textiles Intelligence is a Media Partner to TechTex Asia 2014 (2014-02-21) Business information company Textiles Intelligence is pleased to be a media partner to TechTex Asia 2014,... more...

South Africa's textile and clothing industry has benefited the least from growth in the clothing retail sector (2014-02-03) Retail demand for clothing in South Africa has expanded significantly since the world recession, according to a report in Issue No 166 of Textile Outlook International from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Revolutionary technologies for head protection are set to fuel growth in the sports gear market (2013-12-30) Developments in technologies for head protective gear are set to fuel growth in the market for sports gear, according to Issue No 46 of Performance Apparel Markets ... more...

Developments in transdermal patches are providing opportunities for active drug delivery (2013-12-13) Developments in transdermal patches are providing opportunities for smart fabrics which are able to deliver drugs actively to patients, according to Issue No 94 of Technical Textile... more...

Cellulosic fibre production is set for strong growth as uncertainty in the cotton market persists (2013-11-11) Cellulosic fibre production is set to continue growing rapidly in the coming years, according to Issue No 165 of Textile Outlook International from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Clothing exporters look towards emerging economies as sales to Europe continue to falter (2013-09-13) Exports to EU countries from many of the world... more...

Higher demand for technical textiles is fuelling demand for highly specified needles and threads (2013-09-02) Technical textiles are being used increasingly for the replacement of traditional materials in challenging applications, and their end uses are becoming increasingly diverse. As a result,... more...

Demand for indoor sportswear and fitness apparel is set for strong growth (2013-08-30) Demand for indoor sportswear and fitness apparel is set for strong growth despite constrained consumer spending, according to Issue No 45 of Performance Apparel Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Bangladesh's clothing industry needs to improve its image if long-term prosperity is to be guaranteed (2013-08-02) The clothing industry in Bangladesh needs to improve its image in order for the country's long-term prosperity to be guaranteed, according to Issue No 163 of Textile Outlook International from the global ... more...

Textile and clothing exports from South-East Asia declined sharply in 2012 (2013-07-17) Textile and clothing exports from member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) declined sharply in 2012, according to a report in Issue No 162 of Textile Outlook International from the global business information company Textiles... more...

Strong growth is set to continue in the geosynthetics market (2013-05-21) The geosynthetics market has grown massively over the past few decades -- even during periods of uncertainty such as the recent global economic downturn -- and industry analysts and manufacturers of geosynthetics expect growth to continue, ... more...

European textile and clothing exporters target Asian countries as the EU market falters (2013-05-13) European textile and clothing companies are looking further afield for growth, according to a report in Issue No 161 of Textile Outlook International from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

H&M is named in a new report as one of the most environmentally responsible players in the global apparel industry (2013-03-25) H&M -- the world's second largest apparel retailer behind Inditex -- has been named in a new report as a clear frontrunner in its commitment to sustainability.... more...

Adverse conditions in the water sports apparel market lead to a rise in industry takeovers (2013-03-15) Adverse conditions in the water sports apparel market are leading to a rise in industry takeovers, according to a report in Issue No 43 of Performance Apparel Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Textiles Intelligence is proud to announce a successful first year for Home Textiles Update (2013-02-27) Textiles Intelligence is proud to announce a successful first year for its monthly e-bulletin Home Textiles Update.... more...

Vietnam aims to become one of the top five textile and clothing exporters by 2020 (2013-01-02) Vietnam has set out an objective to become one of the top five textile and clothing manufacturing and exporting nations by 2020 while simultaneously fostering social improvements and environmental wellbeing, ... more...

Sustainability efforts boost Sri Lanka's textile and apparel exports (2012-11-27) Efforts to manufacture sustainably have buoyed Sri Lanka's textile and apparel exports in recent months, according to a report in the latest issue of Global Apparel Markets which is published quarterly by the business information company Textiles Intellig... more...

Heated clothing and insect repellent apparel have been identified as new growth markets in the performance apparel industry (2012-11-20) The markets for heated garments and clothing which offers protection against insects are set to grow, according to Issue No 42 of Performance Apparel Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Textiles Intelligence announces cooperation with the China National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC) (2012-11-19) Textiles Intelligence announces plans to publish Chinese language editions of its publications, in cooperation with the China National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC)... more...

The chemical protective clothing market is set for robust growth (2012-11-16) The market for chemical protective clothing is set for robust growth over the next few years, according to Issue No 42 of Performance Apparel Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

The use of textiles in the automotive industry is set for significant growth (2012-11-07) The use of textiles in the automotive industry is set for significant growth, according to a report in the latest issue of Technical Textile Markets from the business... more...

Asia will account for over half of global nonwoven fabric production by 2020 (2012-11-03) Asia will account for over half of global nonwoven fabric production by 2020, according to a report in the latest issue of Technical Textile Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Malaysian textile and clothing exports set to double by 2020 (2012-11-01) Malaysian textile and clothing exports are set to double to an annual value of US$7.5 billion by 2020 after advancing strongly in 2011, according to a report in Issue No 158 of Textile Outlook International ... more...

Textiles Intelligence is a Media Partner at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics (2012-10-17) Business information company Textiles Intelligence is pleased to be a media partner at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics, an international trade fair for ... more...

Robin Anson will speak about Technical Textile Innovations at Cinte Techtextil China 2012 on Monday, October 22, 2012 in Shanghai, China (2012-10-16) Robin Anson, managing director of Textiles Intelligence, has been invited to present a paper entitled "Technical Textile Innovations and Business Update" at Cinte Techtextil China 2012... more...

Textiles Intelligence is a Media Partner at Cinte Techtextil China 2012 (2012-10-15) Business information company Textiles Intelligence is pleased to be a media partner at Cinte Techtextil China, a specialised biennial trade exhibition for technical textiles and nonwovens. ... more...

Textiles Intelligence strengthens its editorial team for continued growth (2012-09-13) Textiles Intelligence has added a new member to the editorial team at its international headquarters in Wilmslow... more...

World clothing export growth is predicted to remain slow in volume terms in 2012 (2012-09-13) World clothing export growth in 2012 is predicted to be even slower in volume terms than the already modest 5% growth rate seen in 2011, according to a report in the latest issue of Global Apparel Markets, which ... more...

Summer sportswear brands battle for supremacy in a year of major sporting events (2012-08-20) In a year of several key sporting events, most notably the London 2012 Olympic Games, the major brands in the summer sportswear industry are battling for market share, according to the latest issue of ... more...

Speakers in the Supply Chain Session at the IAF World Convention 2012 (2012-08-10) Speakers from renowned companies and organisations worldwide have already confirmed their attendance at the 28th IAF World Apparel Convention to be held during September ... more...

Sales of textile-based automotive airbags are set to increase rapidly (2012-07-31) Sales of textile-based automotive airbags are set to increase rapidly between 2010 and 2017 following two tough years in 2008 and 2009 when global sales of light vehicles fell... more...

Increasing demand for disposable hygiene products in Turkey is providing opportunities for investors (2012-07-30) Increasing demand for disposable hygiene products in Turkey is providing opportunities for a number of Turkish companies, as well as foreign investors, according to a report in the latest ... more...

Uncertainty in EU and US textile and clothing markets continues to depress world trade (2012-07-24) Textile and clothing markets are likely to remain subdued in 2012, given the considerable uncertainty in the global economy, and the fact that the debt crisis in the eurozone continues to hit business and consumer confidence,... more...

Japanese technical textile producers benefit from a rise in demand for reconstruction materials (2012-06-25) Technical textile production in Japan continued to increase in 2011 after growing substantially in the previous year, according to a report in the latest issue of Technical Textile Markets... more...

Textiles Intelligence is a Marketing Partner at the IAF World Convention: Registration is now live (2012-05-09) The 28th IAF World Apparel Convention will be held on September 24  28, 2012 in Oporto, Portugal, and will focus on its theme of Fashion Business in a Changing Environment. Registration, which can be done on the IAF website has officially... more...

Hikes in raw materials prices hit US and EU textile and clothing import volumes (2012-05-04) US and EU textile and clothing import prices rose sharply in 2011 reflecting hikes in raw material prices, according to Issue No 155 of Textile Outlook International... more...

Textiles Intelligence is a Media Partner at Techtextil North America 2012 (2012-03-25) Business information company Textiles Intelligence is pleased to be a media partner at a forthcoming international trade show for technical textiles and nonwovens... more...

Retail demand is set to grow at double digit rates in several emerging markets (2012-03-15) Retail demand in several emerging markets will grow at double digit annual average rates in the five years to 2016. This is one of the findings of a report in the latest issue of Global Apparel Markets, ... more...

The market for smart textiles and wearable technology is set for rapid growth (2012-02-27) The market for smart textiles and wearable technology is set for rapid growth according to reports in the latest issue of Performance Apparel Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Rapid demand growth in emerging markets is driving investment in nonwovens (2012-02-09) Rapid growth in demand in emerging markets is driving investment in nonwovens, according to a report in the latest issue of Technical Textile Markets from the business information company Textiles... more...

China's textile and clothing industry set for further growth while its competitors face cutbacks by retail buyers (2012-02-01) Despite a number of challenges, China's textile and clothing industry is set for further growth while its competitors suffer declines as a result of cutbacks by retail buyers, according to... more...

Textiles Intelligence launches a new bulletin for the home textiles market (2012-01-27) In response to the growing demand for news coverage of the home textiles industry, Textiles Intelligence is excited to announce the launch of a new monthly ... more...

Brazil's fast growing economy has had a positive effect on the country's textile and clothing industry (2012-01-16) Brazil's fast growing economy and the population's buoyant spending have resulted in a large increase in textile and clothing consumption per head in the country -- and this has provided a big boost to production... more...

Textiles Intelligence is a Media Partner at Smart Fabrics 2012 Conference (2012-01-10) Business information company Textiles Intelligence is pleased to be a media partner at a forthcoming Smart Fabrics conference, which is to be held on... more...

Robin Anson will present the keynote address at the International Man-Made Fibre Conference in Ahmedabad, India, on November 18-19, 2011 (2011-11-11) Robin Anson, managing director of Textiles Intelligence, has been invited to present the keynote address at a conference which will take place at the Indian Institute of Management in Ahmedabad... more...

Russia's clothing retail market is set for steady growth (2011-11-10) After hitting hard times during the global economic crisis, the Russian clothing retail market is forecast to grow by 3-5% in 2011 and by about 6% per annum during 2012-13, according to a report... more...

Demand for elastane (spandex) fibres set for significant growth (2011-11-08) Demand for elastane fibres -- known as spandex in the USA and parts of Asia -- is set to grow considerably according to a new report, ... more...

New applications and new markets fuel global demand for technical textiles (2011-11-01) Global demand for technical textiles is on the rise as new applications and new markets continue to emerge, according to the latest issue of Technical Textile Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Demand for environmentally-friendly finishes is leading to the development of innovative new technologies in textile finishing (2011-10-17) Producers of textiles, chemical finishes and finishing equipment are responding to demands for environmentally-friendly finishes by coming up with novel multi-functional surface finishes, according to a report in the latest issue of Textile Outlook Intern... more...

Mexican apparel makers look to full package manufacturing and higher added value to compete in the US and other apparel markets (2011-10-05) Mexican apparel exporters are aiming to benefit from the country’s close proximity to the USA by offering US customers short run, fast fashion items and full package manufacturing, according to the latest issue of Global Apparel Markets, ... more...

Textiles Intelligence is Media Partner at The International Conference on Textile Coating and Laminating 2011 (TCL2011) (2011-09-30) Textiles Intelligence is pleased to inform you that TCL2011, the International Conference on Textile Coating and Laminating, will be organised by International Newsletters and will be held in Orlando, Florida, USA, on 17-18 November 2011. ... more...

The market for cosmetotextiles is set to grow rapidly (2011-08-15) The market for cosmetotextiles -- often referred to as ... more...

Textiles Intelligence and ITMA 2011 join together to promote research and education (2011-08-12) Visitors to ITMA 2011 can look forward to knowledge sharing, cross-fertilisation of ideas and more collaborative interactions with some of the world's leading ... more...

Sales of natural fibres for use in composites set to double by 2015 (2011-07-28) Sales of natural fibres for use as reinforcement materials in composites in Europe could increase to 40,000 50,000 tons by 2015 compared with 20,000 tons in 2010, according to a report in the latest issue of... more...

Taiwanese textile and clothing exporters look to China as relations improve and the removal of tariffs begins (2011-07-06) Taiwanese textile and clothing exporters are hoping to take advantage of closer trading links with China now that relations with the mainland are moving slowly towards normalisation, according to Issue No 151 of Textile Outlook International ... more...

Belinda Carp joins the board of directors of the International Apparel Federation (IAF) (2011-06-24) Belinda Carp, sales and marketing director of the leading business information provider, Textiles Intelligence, has joined the board of directors ... more...

Textiles Intelligence presentation was well received at the World Textile Conference in Mumbai (2011-05-20) Textiles Intelligence's Mona Patel captivated an audience of more than 500 delegates when she spoke on the subject of world trade in textiles and clothing at the World Textile Conference ... more...

Bangladesh and Cambodia are set to be the USA's fastest growing clothing suppliers in 2011 (2011-05-18) Bangladesh and Cambodia are set to be the fastest growing suppliers to the US clothing import market in 2011, according to a report, Trade and trade policy: the US clothing import market, published in the latest issue of Global Apparel Markets by... more...

Japan's technical textile industry is growing again after years of decline (2011-05-03) Man-made fibre and technical textile production in Japan rose in 2010 for the first time in several years. Furthermore, it could increase again in the coming years as demand for materials for reconstruction surges following the earthquake and tsunami ... more...

Mood of optimism in the Italian yarn industry reflected in improved figures for EU textile and clothing production and trade (2011-05-03) The recovery in EU textile and clothing production and trade which was apparent in 2010 is set to continue in 2011 and 2012, according to a report in issue No 149 of Textile Outlook International from the business information company Textiles Intelligence... more...

Smart textiles and integrated electronics are set for a commercial breakthrough (2011-05-03) Smart textiles and integrated electronics are set for a commercial breakthrough, according to issue No 36 of Performance Apparel Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence. The use of smart fabrics will be pushed forward by the ... more...

Textiles Intelligence strengthens its editorial team for future growth (2011-04-05) Textiles Intelligence has added two new members to the editorial team at its international headquarters in Wilmslow, UK. Both members bring a new range of skills ... more...

Clothing retail demand in Brazil, Saudi Arabia and Turkey set for strong growth to 2015 (2011-02-24) Clothing retail demand in Brazil, Saudi Arabia and Turkey will grow strongly between 2010 and 2015, according to a report, Trade and trade policy: clothing imports, retail demand and trends in five key emerging markets, published in February 2011... more...

Brands promote environmentally friendly alternatives to PTFE in performance apparel (2011-01-25) As concerns are raised over the safety of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), brands are promoting environmentally friendly alternatives, according to issue No 35 of Performance Apparel Markets... more...

Amazon, eBay and Google battle for growth in the global online apparel market (2010-12-16) Online apparel sales are set to be boosted significantly by the entry of two giants in Internet retailing and a search engine company, according to a report in the latest issue of Global Apparel Markets from the business information company Textiles ... more...

Nonwovens makers will have to switch to renewable or recycled materials (2010-12-13) A significant share of the world’s nonwovens production will be made from 100% renewable or recycled materials by 2020, according to a report in Issue No 82 of Technical Textile Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Taiwanese firms will continue to lead in functional fibres and fabrics for performance apparel (2010-12-09) Taiwanese firms are continuing to cultivate their lead in functional fibres and fabrics for performance apparel, according to a report in Issue No 34 of Performance Apparel Markets from the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Textiles Intelligence will attend the Textile Institute Centenary Conference in Manchester, UK (2010-10-19) The Textile Institute turns 100 in 2010, and you are invited to join in celebrating this magnificent milestone in the Institute's history by attending the Centenary Conference in Manchester.... more...

UK clothing and footwear prices up for the first time in 18 years as Asian mills face soaring costs (2010-10-18) Hit by soaring raw material costs and rising wages in Asia, UK clothing and footwear prices in September 2010 were up on an annual basis for the first time since 1992, according to the global business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Is Fast Fashion Killing Fashion (2010-09-23) Robin Anson will be one of the speakers presenting a paper on this topic ... more...

Happy Birthday "Textile Outlook International" (2010-09-20) Textile Outlook International is 25 years old in September 2010 and to celebrate the occasion the publisher, Textiles Intelligence, is offering new subscriptions at 1985 prices!... more...

Global deliveries of rapier and projectile looms surge as the Asian textile industry moves upmarket (2010-09-13) Deliveries of rapier and projectile shuttleless looms to the world’s textile mills increased by 31% in 2009, a year when total loom purchases declined, according to a report from the business information company Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Nine of the USA's ten largest clothing suppliers drop their prices (2010-08-23) Import prices have fallen in the case of nine of the USA's ten largest clothing suppliers, according to a new report in the Textiles Intelligence publication ... more...

The US performance apparel market shakes off recession (2010-08-03) The outlook for the US performance apparel market looks encouraging, according to a new report by Textiles Intelligence. Following a modest decline in 2009, sales recovered sharply in the early months of 2010.... more...

Japanese nonwovens exporters eye the Chinese market for added value (2010-07-29) The average value of nonwoven products exported to China by Japanese manufacturers in 2009 was almost double the average value of materials exported to the USA, according to a report by Textiles Intelligence.... more...

EU clothing imports fall for the first time in over ten years (2010-07-12) Clothing imports into the EU fell in value by 3.8% to Euro57.28 billion (US$79.59 billion) in 2009. This was the first decline in over ten years, and followed a slowdown in growth from 12.8% in 2006 to just 2.5% in 2008.... more...

Textiles Intelligence is Media Partner at Advanced Textiles 2010 (2010-06-01) Business information company Textiles Intelligence is pleased to be a media partner at a forthcoming Industrial Fabrics Association International (IAFI) event, Advanced Textiles 2010, which is to be held on June 16-17, 2010 in Paris, France.... more...

Clothing market demand in Asia and Oceania is set to grow (2010-05-27) Clothing market demand in Asia and Oceania is forecast to grow by an average of 10.9% per annum between 2009 and 2014, according to a report by the business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Textiles Intelligence reports now available via the Internet in 'real time' (2010-05-27) Regardless of the time zone where they are based, customers can now browse the Textiles Intelligence website and download publications -- including individual reports -- to suit their specific requirements for information, at exactly the time ... more...

Global demand for carbon fibres in cars set to reach 8.5 million tons by 2015 (2010-05-24) Global demand for carbon fibres in the production of cars and other light vehicles is set to reach 8.5 million tons by 2015, according to a new report by Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Textiles Intelligence predicts a bright future for personal protective clothing incorporating emerging technologies and materials (2010-05-12) According to a report from Textiles Intelligence, there is a bright future for personal protective clothing and other personal protective equipment (PPE) – especially products which incorporate emerging technologies and materials such as nanotechnology...... more...

US clothing import prices hit a 20 year low (2010-04-26) The average price of US clothing imports has fallen to its lowest level in over 20 years, according to the business information company Textiles Intelligence. At US$2.96 per square metre equivalent (sme) in 2009, the price was 6.1% down on the previ...... more...

Performance apparel firms must step up their game to compete in an increasingly eco-conscious marketplace (2010-04-07) Suppliers of performance apparel have, for some time now, been under heavy pressure by consumers, governments and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to reduce their carbon footprints and eliminate inequities in labour practices. ... more...

Ban on polyurethane in performance swimwear set to give textile fabrics a boost (2009-12-19) The use of polyurethane in performance swimwear is credited with securing 235 world records over the past two years. But on January 1, 2010, the material will be banned in competitions. According to a ruling from Fina ... more...

New technologies are set to revolutionise the coated fabrics industry (2009-11-04) New technologies will slash raw material costs and allow faster, more efficent and highly flexible processing in the coated fabrics industry, according to a new report published by Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Robin Anson will participate in the Fair Trade Session at the IAF Convention in New Delhi, India on November 19-20, 2009 (2009-10-29) Robin Anson, editorial director of Textiles Intelligence, has been invited to participate as a panellist in the Fair Trade Session at the International Apparel Federation’s 25th World Apparel Convention on November 19-20, 2009, in New Delhi, India. ... more...

New Directive Should Boost Textile and Clothing Recycling in the EU (2009-06-15) Textile and clothing recycling is set to grow following recent EU legislation, according to the specialist business information company Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Global Apparel Update: a new service from Textiles Intelligence (2009-03-26) Textiles Intelligence has launched a brand new service. Called Global Apparel Update, the service has been designed to address the needs of the global apparel industry, along with its suppliers and customers. ... more...

Lower Demand for EU Clothing Imports as a result of Global Financial Crisis (2009-02-02) EU clothing imports fell in value by 0.2% in the first seven months of 2008 compared with the corresponding period a year earlier, according to a report by Textiles Intelligence. This represented a major reversal compared with the first seven months... more...

Natural fibres are set for a major fall in 2009, according to Textiles Intelligence (2009-01-23) World fibre production rose by 6.0% in 2007. The rise stemmed from an 8.5% increase in global man-made fibre output, which was driven mainly by growth in China and India.... more...

More creativity and better quality on offer at the European fabric fairs for autumn/winter 2009/10, according to Textiles Intelligence (2009-01-22) The European fabric fairs for the autumn/winter 2009/10 season were held in September 2008—a month when the threat of economic recession had already cast its shadow. Nonetheless, participation in the events was better than many of the organisers ... more...

Demand for military clothing rises as a result of increased risk of terrorism (2008-12-16) The demand for military clothing, body armour and other military equipment has risen sharply, according to a recent report published in Performance Apparel Markets by Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Textiles Intelligence finds vertically integrated production and state-of-the-art machinery at Colombia's largest textile and clothing manufacturers (2008-10-20) In April 2008 reporters from Textiles Intelligence completed a seven-day tour of Colombia’s most important textile and clothing manufacturers in Medellín, the country’s main textile and clothing producing region, and Bogatá, the country’s capital city.... more...

Robin Anson will speak at the ITMF Annual Conference in Mauritius about Competing in the Global Textile and Apparel Market (2008-10-05) Robin Anson, editorial director of Textiles Intelligence, has been invited by the Minister of Industry in Mauritius, Dr Rajesh Jeetah, to speak at the Annual Conference of the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) which takes place on ... more...

Bangladesh Garment Exports Set to Boom (2008-09-26) Garment exports from Bangladesh have been growing at an impressive rate in recent years. In 2007/08 alone, they increased by 16% to reach US$10.7 billion -- a record level for the sixth consecutive year – following a 17% rise in 2006/07. Further strong ... more...

Vietnam leaps forward to become the USA's second largest apparel supplier (2008-08-29) Vietnam became the USA's number two supplier of apparel in the first four months of 2008, according to Global Apparel Markets, published by Textiles Intelligence. Just a year earlier, Vietnam had ranked as low as fifth.... more...

China loses its competitive edge in clothing (2008-07-15) China is losing its competitive edge in textiles and clothing, according to a report by Textiles Intelligence. In the first quarter of 2008 alone, US apparel imports from China declined by nearly 10% compared with the corresponding period of 2007... more...

CIRFS Market Forecasts: World Markets for Interior Textiles to 2012 available from Textiles Intelligence (2008-06-18) June 2008 sees the launch of a brand new report, and a cooperation agreement between International Newsletters and Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Textiles Intelligence is a Media Partner at the Istanbul Fashion, Textile and Apparel Conference (2008-06-17) Textiles Intelligence is pleased to be invited as a media partner at the Istanbul Fashion, Textile and Apparel Conference and Exhibition which will be held on June 26-27, 2008. ... more...

Global Apparel Markets: a new publication from Textiles Intelligence (2008-04-04) April 2008 sees the launch of a brand new publication from Textiles Intelligence, in association with Netherlands-based International Apparel Federation (IAF).... more...

Demand soars for specialist footwear fibres and fabrics (2007-12-20) Demand for specialist footwear fibres and fabrics is increasing rapidly, according to a new report, “Fibres and Fabrics for Performance Footwear”, published by Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Vietnam slashes prices and makes gains in the EU clothing market (2007-11-02) The average price of EU clothing imports from Vietnam was slashed by 40% last year, according to a new report by Textiles Intelligence. At the same time, the average price of clothing imports from all sources rose by 1.9%. As a result of these changes... more...

Textiles Intelligence launches a new publication for the global apparel industry (2007-10-03) Textiles Intelligence has announced that it plans to launch a new publication which will provide insight, analysis and information on the global apparel market. The publication will be available from spring 2008, ... more...

Innovative Japanese firms develop fibres and textiles for personal well-being, hygiene and comfort (2007-09-18) Japanese manufacturers are focusing increasingly on developing fibres and textiles for personal well-being, hygiene and comfort, according to a report by Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Robin Anson will speak on Global Trade and Production Capacity Expansion at the IAF Convention in Taiwan (2007-09-03) Robin Anson, editorial director of Textiles Intelligence, has been invited to speak at the International Apparel Federation’s 23rd World Apparel Convention on October 24-26, 2007, in Taipei, Taiwan.... more...

Vietnam to double the value of its textile and clothing exports by 2010 (2007-07-20) Vietnam plans to double the value of its textile and clothing exports from US$4.8 billion in 2005 to US$10 billion by 2010, according to a new report by Textiles Intelligence. At the same time it hopes to double the number of people working in... more...

Bulgaria: Europe’s fastest growing textile and clothing producer gears up for further expansion (2007-06-01) Between 2000 and 2006, Bulgarian production of textiles expanded by 152%, while output of clothing increased by 109%. By comparison, EU production of textiles fell by 21% over the six year period, while output of clothing fell by 32%.... more...

Moisture Management Fabrics Market Set to Grow to Meet Demand for Performance Apparel (2007-05-24) The market for moisture management fabrics is set to grow as apparel manufacturers shift their attention to the high-performance end of the sector and consumers place increasing importance on the performance of garments, according to the latest issue ... more...

UK firms lead the way in smart textiles and wearable electronics for use with iPods and mobile phones (2007-05-01) UK firms are leading the way in smart fabrics and interactive textiles for wearable electronics, according to a new report from Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Digital Textile Printing Will Increase Its Share More Than Tenfold in Five Years (2007-04-11) Digital technology is the fastest growing method of printing textiles, according to a report in the latest issue of Textile Outlook International. Between 2000 and 2005 digitally printed textile output rose by 300% to 70 million square metres. ... more...

Textiles Intelligence invited to be Technopak’s Media Partner at ITAC 200 (2007-04-05) Textiles Intelligence is pleased to be invited as a media partner at the International Textile and Apparel Congress (ITAC), when it makes its first ever international debut, in Hong Kong, at the prestigious Four Seasons Hotel... more...

Textiles Intelligence invited to be Prime Source Forum’s Media Partner (2007-03-16) Prime Source Forum has invited Textiles Intelligence -- publishers of business information on the global fibre, textile and apparel industries -- to be one of its media partners at this year’s event. Prime Source Forum 2007 will be held on 29-30 March at ... more...

Demand for Flame Resistant Fabrics is Growing as Legislation Tightens in Developing Countries (2007-02-23) Demand for flame resistant fibres and fabrics is growing strongly and will continue to do so over the next five years, according to the latest issue of “Performance Apparel Markets” published by Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Architectural Textiles Set to Boom in Build-Up to Beijing Olympics (2007-01-26) Architectural textiles will be employed extensively in the Beijing National Stadium, the centrepiece of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games to be held in Beijing, China, according to the latest issue of Technical Textile Markets, by Textiles Intelligence.... more...

Indian apparel exporters record dramatic gains in the post quota trading environment (2006-11-10) Indian apparel companies have achieved dramatic success in the first year of quota-free trade, according to India’s Textile and Apparel Industry: Opportunities for Sourcing and Collaboration -- a new research report from Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Has the Chinese Export Boom Reached Its Peak in the US Market? (2006-10-30) US clothing imports from China were 14.6% lower in volume during the first six months of 2006 than in the corresponding period of the previous year, according to the latest issue of Textile Outlook International. It would seem that the Chinese export boom... more...

Sub-Saharan African Textile and Clothing Industry Invests to Fend Off Asian Competition (2006-06-15) Faced with Asian competition following the global elimination of quotas, a number of Sub﷓Saharan African textile and clothing firms are trying to stay afloat by investing in new factories, according to a report ... more...

Robin Anson will speak at the IAF Convention on International Trade and Sourcing Patterns (2006-06-14) Robin Anson, editorial director of Textiles Intelligence, has been invited to speak at the International Apparel Federation’s 22nd World Apparel Convention on 18-21 June 2006 in Thessaloniki, Greece. ... more...

Automotive Textiles Market Growing Thanks to Increasing Demand for Customisation and Safety (2006-03-07) The demand for enhanced comfort and safety will result in a significant increase in the use of textile materials. For example, in a typical mid-size car, textile usage is predicted to reach 35 kg over the next five years, according to a report in the late... more...

Snow sports market set to soar in China (2006-02-22) It is predicted that China will have 10mn skiers in a few years’ time which will represent about one-sixth of the global total. As a result China is set to rival the USA in terms of size for snow sports participation. ... more...

India Wins Battle Against China in the US Home Textiles Market (2006-02-08) Indian home textile exporters have fought off Chinese competition to become the leading foreign suppliers of towels to the USA, according to a report in the latest issue of Textile Outlook International.... more...

Global Textile and Apparel Scenario: 2005 and Beyond (2005-11-29) Textiles Intelligence is pleased to announce that Robin Anson’s range of conference papers on the global textile and apparel scenario is now available... more...

Anti-static apparel market set to grow (2005-11-04) The market for anti-static apparel is set to grow on a global scale and the outlook is good. However, just how good it is varies by location. Growth is expected to be consistent but slow in the USA and Europe, while... more...

Textile Summit 2005 in India: Robin Anson will speak about the Global Textile and Apparel Scenario in 2005 and Beyond (2005-09-23) Robin Anson, editorial director of Textiles Intelligence, has been invited once again to speak at the Textile Summit 2005 in New Delhi, India.... more...

Smart textiles will take care of us for life (2005-09-05) Smart textiles and interactive fabrics are set to look after us at all stages of our lives. Existing products and future developments will lead to clothing which is capable of looking after itself and the wearer.... more...

CAFTA-DR may help the US textile industry to fend off competition from China, India and Pakistan (2005-08-25) A new US trade agreement, CAFTA-DR, could open up new opportunities for the textile and clothing industry in Central America and the Dominican Republic, according to a new report in Textile Outlook International. ... more...

Robin Anson will advise conference delegates on prospects for Indonesian textile trade with the EU (2005-07-26) Robin Anson, Editorial Director of Textiles Intelligence, has been invited to speak at the Textile Market Intelligence Seminar to be held in Jakarta on July 28, 2005. ... more...

Personal Protective Equipment in Western Europe provides Growth Opportunities for Technical Textiles (2005-06-26) As legislation on health and safety at work gathers momentum, so too does the West European market for personal protective equipment (PPE), according to a report by Frost & Sullivan in the latest issue of Technical Textile Markets... more...

Microencapsulation technology opens up new marketing opportunities for textiles and apparel (2005-06-17) Insect repellents, anti-cellulite treatments, and antimicrobial agents for medical textiles are just a few of the features which clothing manufacturers are using to add value to their ranges, using microencapsulation techniques, according to the latest is... more...

Bahrain textile group Manama benefits from the post-quota era (2005-05-26) As the textile trade war between China and the West continues to rage following the abolition of quotas at the end of 2004, one well-prepared company in the Gulf States is quietly making massive inroads into US and EU markets... more...

Stain Protection Creates Growth Opportunities (2005-04-07) Demand for apparel with stain protective properties is surging as consumers increasingly rely on clothes which offer easy-care and convenience... more...

The EU May Impose New Quotas Against China (2005-04-01) Just weeks after the global elimination of quotas, the EU could impose new quotas against textile and clothing imports from China, according to the latest issue of Textile Outlook International. The European Commission is being pressed to impose the quota... more...

Another Record Year for Man-Made Fibres in 2004 (2005-03-09) Global fibre production -- natural and man-made – rose by 6.7% to a record 67 mn tons in 2004, according to research published in the latest issue of Technical Textile Markets.... more...

China’s self-restraint will do little to stem the surge in its textile and clothing exports (2005-02-01) Faced with the threat of action by the US government and other countries, the Chinese government is voluntarily restricting its textile and clothing exports. But the measures adopted will do little to stem the surge in exports to Western markets, accordin... more...

Threat of new quotas makes US buyers wary of sourcing all their clothing from China (2005-01-28) The threat of additional new safeguard quotas is making US buyers wary of sourcing all their clothing from China, ... more...

Robin Anson advises delegates at a Free Zone Convention in Cape Town on prospects for the global textile and clothing industry (2004-11-02) Robin Anson, Editorial Director of Textiles Intelligence, was invited to speak at the IV Annual World Free Zone Convention held in Cape Town, South Africa, ... more...

Fibre and Technical Textile Companies Set Sights on Central and Eastern (2004-10-18) Fibre and technical textile companies looking for long-term gains are increasingly turning their attention to markets in Central and Eastern Europe, according to the latest issue of Technical Textile Markets.... more...

Asian output of woven textiles and apparel is set to surge, while producers in the USA and Western Europe will struggle to maintain output (2004-10-05) The world market for woven textiles and apparel will grow 25% by 2010, according to a research report from Textiles Intelligence, World Markets for Woven Textiles and Apparel: Forecasts to 2010. But the bulk of that increased demand - 85% of it -... more...

Eastern Europe’s Expanding Automotive Industry Boosts US and West European Technical Textile Manufacturers (2004-09-28) Investment by automotive manufacturers in Central and Eastern Europe is on the increase – and the US and West European technical textiles sectors are reaping the rewards, according to a report published recently in Technical Textile Markets.... more...

The Japanese experience: few crumbs of comfort for non-Chinese clothing suppliers post-2004 (2004-09-11) If the Japanese experience is anything to go by, there will be few crumbs left over for non-Chinese suppliers of clothing to Western markets after China has taken its share. This is one of the findings of the ... more...

Textile companies warned of tumbling prices and profit margins in 2005 (2004-05-06) The elimination of quotas restricting international textile and clothing trade on January 1, 2005, will lead to a significant drop in prices. It will also reduce companies’ profit margins and force many firms into the red, according to the latest issue of... more...

Antimicrobial fabrics help fight war against germs (2004-02-26) Demand for antimicrobial-treated clothing is surging as consumers become increasingly aware of hygiene and of the potentially harmful effects of micro-organisms, according to the latest issue of Performance Apparel... more...

A Future for Hong Kong's Apparel Industry in 2005 and Beyond? (2004-01-20) The Hong Kong apparel industry is set to become a leading fashion centre, in addition to its role as a regional sourcing hub for quality, branded fashions... more...

Robin Anson to speak in Turkey on "Asian Competition after 2005 and its Effects on Major Markets: the EU and the USA" (2003-12-08) Robin Anson, editorial director of Textiles Intelligence, has been invited to speak at an event in Turkey, organised by the OECD, based in Paris, France in association with ITKIB (the Istanbul Textile and Apparel Exporters' Association), and ISO... more...

The Future of Apparel Textiles: Robin Anson presented the keynote address at ITMF's annual conference in Dresden, Germany (2003-11-26) Robin Anson's presentation provided a detailed analysis of Global Textile and Apparel Trading to 2005 and Beyond: Winners and Losers. In the presentation, Robin Anson gave an overview of world textile trade and... more...

Technical Textiles in China: Opportunity or Threat? (2003-11-25) China's consumption of technical textiles is set to soar. This could provide an opportunity for foreign companies to export to the country -- but only if they act quickly, ... more...

Garment industries in Bangladesh and Mexico face an uncertain future (2003-10-15) The garment industries in Mexico and Bangladesh face an uncertain future, according to a recent report published in Textile Outlook International.... more...

The Future of Apparel Textiles: Robin Anson will present the keynote address at ITMF's annual conference in Dresden, Germany (2003-09-30) Robin Anson, editorial director of Textiles Intelligence, has been invited to present the keynote address at ITMF's annual conference in Dresden... more...

Will China's apparel and textile exports sweep the board in 2005 and beyond? (2003-08-12) Two key developments provide a foretaste of the impact that quota elimination is likely to have on the global textile and clothing industry in 2005 and beyond, according to a report in the latest issue of Textile Outlook International.... more...

Crisis in Latin America's textile and clothing industry (2003-06-02) 2002 was not a good year for textile and clothing manufacturers in Latin America. Although there are signs of recovery in some countries, companies... more...

Will US quotas clip the Vietnamese industry's wings? (2003-05-02) Faced with pressure from the domestic textile industry lobby, the US authorities have reached an agreement to limit surging imports of low-cost Vietnamese textiles and clothing. From May 1, 2003, quotas are to be imposed on... more...

Technical textiles take a leap into the future (2003-04-28) Natural fibre production was perfected in the Industrial Age (1775-1850). Synthetic fibre production fuelled developments in the textile industry during the Chemical Age (1870-1980). Now, barely a decade into the Information Age, some equally momentous... more...

Textiles Intelligence to co-sponsor VDC’s smart fabrics and interactive textiles market research (2003-03-20) Venture Development Corporation (VDC) announced today Textiles Intelligence will co-sponsor VDC’s smart fabrics and interactive textiles (SFIT) market research study. ... more...

Technical Fibre Innovations May Be the Key to Survival for Companies in High Cost Countries (2003-01-23) A new wave of technical fibre innovations is helping fibre companies in higher cost economies carve out a strategy for survival. The new fibres satisfy consumer needs for "natural" materials and... more...

Soaring Chinese Exports Send Shockwaves Around the Global Textile and Apparel Industries (2002-12-13) US textile and apparel imports from China more than doubled in volume during the first eight months of 2002, with apparel imports surging... more...

Lithuania: small and thriving. But can the momentum be maintained? (2002-10-15) Lithuania's garment and textile industry has triumphed over adversity during... more...

Robin Anson at Interstoff Asia Autumn 2002 in Hong Kong (2002-10-01) Textile and Apparel Sourcing Options to 2005 and Beyond: Can Asia compete with Mexico, Sub-Saharan Africa and the Euro-Periphery?... more...

AGOA: A Flash In The Pan? Or a Real Opportunity for Economic Development in Sub-Saharan Africa? (2002-06-12) US textile and apparel imports from Sub-Saharan Africa grew at a rapid pace in 2001, according to the latest issue of Textile Outlook International. Furthermore, they grew during a year when imports ... more...

Performance fabrics boost apparel market (2002-05-15) Performance apparel represents one of the most dynamic sectors of the international textile and clothing industry, according to Performance Apparel Markets, a new publication from Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Performance Apparel Markets – a new publication (2002-05-01) To coincide with Avantex in Frankfurt, Textiles Intelligence launches a new publication Performance Apparel Markets.... more...

Fast among Equals: Japan's Fast Retailing Looks Set to Repeat its Success Story in the UK - and then China (2002-02-28) Starting with the United Kingdom, Japan's Fast Retailing is poised to fulfil its aim of becoming the world's largest casualwear retailer,... more...

Yugoslavia: a low cost production opportunity for West European clothing firms? (2002-01-07) After a decade of civil war, UN trade embargoes and Nato bombardments, Yugoslavia's clothing industry could once more be poised for growth,... more...

Slowing World Economy and Terror Attacks Push World Textile and Apparel Industries Back Towards Recession (2001-11-26) The terrorist attacks on the USA and the subsequent war against terrorism have pushed the world textile and apparel industries closer to the brink of recession, according to the latest issue of Textile Outlook International. The deterioration represents... more...

Low Cost Imports from Emerging-Market Manufacturers May Not Offer Retailers the Best Value (2001-10-05) After ten years of consistent growth, manufacturers in emerging-market economies will need to compete harder with each other to maintain their share in Western clothing markets, ... more...

Robin Anson will speak at the IAF Annual Convention in Taiwan (2001-09-26) Robin Anson’s presentation will be on the subject of 'Trends in World Apparel Trade and Production: Globalisation or Regionalisation?' and will include views on recent global shifts in production and trade, and the growth of regional trade blocs... more...

Turkey’s Spun Yarn Output Set To Climb As Western Europe Suffers Further Setbacks (2001-07-31) Turkish output of spun yarns is forecast to rise by more than 40% over the next decade, according to World Markets for Spun Yarns: Forecasts to 2010, a new research report from Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Growth Resumes in China’s Man-Made Fibre Industry as Asia Recovers from the Financial Crisis (2001-07-07) China’s man-made fibre industry is set to grow significantly over the next five years, as Asia recovers from the financial crisis of 1997-98, ... more...

South Africa's Textile and Clothing Exports Set for Growth as New Opportunities Open Up in the US Market (2001-06-28) After a period of severe hardship, South African textile and clothing exports are set for growth, according to Prospects for the Textile and Clothing Industry in South Africa, a comprehensive new report from Textiles Intelligence.... more...

The end of quotas will be a serious threat to India’s valuable export trade (2000-02-10) Textile and clothing exports from India to Western nations have been restricted by quotas for more than 25 years. But the end of quotas in 2005 is now being seen in India as more of a threat than an opportunity.... more...

South East Asia's Textile and Clothing Industries Will Remain Depressed until 2005 (1999-06-21) The textile and clothing industries of South East Asia and South Korea are unlikely to recover from the Asian crisis before 2005, according to recent forecasts by Textiles Intelligence. ... more...

Asian Fibre Production Set to Soar, Despite Financial Crisis (1999-01-15) The man-made fibre industry in Asia is set to grow sharply in the period up to 2005, despite the financial crisis which is afflicting the region, according to Natural and Man-Made Fibres in Asia: Forecasts to 2005, a new report from Textiles Intelligence.... more...