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Used Textiles: SMART Warns Against Hazardous Waste Label

The Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) has raised serious concerns regarding the proposed reclassification of used textiles as “hazardous waste.” The organization...

No Evidence of Modern Slavery in Leicester Garment Sector

A report presented to the UK Parliament has concluded that there is no evidence of widespread modern slavery in Leicester's garment industry, contradicting earlier...

Bangladesh Apparel Exports Target Japan Amid EPA Talks

The Japanese apparel market is recognized as one of the largest and most sophisticated worldwide, renowned for its strong emphasis on innovation, distinctive design,...

Second-Hand Marketplace Vinted Plans $8B Share Sale for 2026

Vinted, the leading second-hand clothing platform in Europe, is reportedly preparing for a share sale that could take place in early 2026, potentially valuing...

Euratex and IndustriAll Demand EU Action for Textiles

The European Apparel and Textile Organisation (Euratex), along with IndustriAll Europe, representing garment workers across the continent, has raised critical concerns regarding the EU's...

US Restores Duty-Free Treatment for CAFTA-DR Textiles

WASHINGTON, D.C. — November 13, 2025 — The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full range of U.S. textiles from fiber and yarn...

RSC Broadens Worker Complaints Mechanism; BGMEA Concerned

The Bangladesh Readymade Garment Sustainability Council (RSC) is set to expand the Worker Complaints Mechanism in Bangladesh, broadening its focus beyond Occupational Safety and...

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