Archive: May 2022

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Clothing range made from recycled plastic bottles in Czech Republic

Ústí nad Labem-based fashion brand Malfini is continuing the eco-friendly and sustainable trend with a new range of T-shirts and hoodies made from recycled plastic...

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Long-running Thailand clothing worker dispute settled

A dispute in which 1,388 clothing workers claimed they were illegally laid off without compensation following the closure of a lingerie factory in Thailand, which...

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International and local brands present bold fashion looks in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijani and international brands Volskaya, Aisha, Inju, Azizli Kids Collection and Princess Amira presented their collections at last month’s Azerbaijan Fashion Week 2022, which showcased...

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Tight material supply impedes Vietnam's textile exports

Although the demand for Vietnamese textiles is forecast to rise steadily in the short term, producers are concerned that tight material supply will impede their...

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Project to boost social protection for Cambodian clothing workers

Non-profit organisations Oxfam and the Laudes Foundation are collaborating with four non-governmental organisations and trade unions on a new project aimed at strengthening inclusive social...

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Former Bulgarian textile company to be sold

The former Maritsatex textile factory in Plovdiv will become part of the assets of Doverie – United Holding, backed by the owner of Sopharma, Ognyan...

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Sharp drop in Russian textile and clothing sales

The recent closures of Russian stores of large international fashion chains, such as H&M, Zara, Levi’s and Mango, has led to a 25% year-on-year drop...

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Georgian fashion label brings artistic talent to international scene

InfoAid, a consultancy specialised in advising the textile and clothing sector, is supporting the development of a sustainable apparel and fashion cluster in Georgia.

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Yarn innovation centre to open in Ilagan, Philippines

The Philippines’ Department of Science and Technology’s secretary Fortunato de la Peña has announced that a regional yarn production and innovation centre will soon be...

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State of affairs in Myanmar worsening, ETI warns

The Ethical Trade Initiative is urging fashion brands to refrain from making any additional investments in Myanmar, with claims the human rights situation in the...

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