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UKFT Seeks Clarity on DEFRA Textile Reuse Guidance

The UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT) has asked the government to revisit and clarify new Environment Agency guidance on how textiles are classified,...

CPPE: Senate Textile Import Ban in Nigeria Could Endanger ₦17trn Industry, 10m Jobs

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has cautioned that the Senate’s call for a textile import ban in Nigeria could jeopardise...

Nigerian Textile Industry Adopts New Strategies to Counter Chinese Competition

The Nigerian textile industry is currently undergoing a strategic shift as local textile manufacturers seek to regain market share lost to a heavy influx...

Australian Wool Ends 2025-26 Lower, but Season Stays Strong

The Australian wool market wrapped up the 2025–26 selling season with a weaker final week, as buyers pulled back after several weeks of strong price momentum...

Proposed Duty Hike on Polyester May Slow Bangladesh’s MMF Transition

Bangladesh’s drive to expand MMF garments could face a slowdown after a proposed Bangladesh MMF import duty adjustment on key synthetics prompted concern among...

Sri Lanka apparel exports up 7.96% in May as US demand steadies

Sri Lanka apparel exports and textile exports grew 7.96% in May 2026 to $394.14m. This export growth was described as a sign that demand...

Stäubli Showcases Advanced Weaving Technologies at ITM Istanbul

During the recent exhibition held in Istanbul, Stäubli provided a significant platform for engagement with weaving mills, industry professionals, and machinery manufacturers. The event...

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