MARKET & ECONOMY​

With over 450 projects completed for more than 200 clients, the Nonwovens Innovation & Research Institute (NIRI), located in West Yorkshire, UK has invested significantly in a range of new equipment

Intertek jointly with the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has introduced the fifth collection of training courses under the Skills for Employment Investment Programme (SEIP), designed by the Bangladesh government to support the apparel and textile sector.

Major retailers are backing the Cotton Egypt Association’s drive to rid the supply chain of falsely labelled Egyptian Cotton™ goods. John Lewis and Dunelm, have voiced support for CEA’s new rigorous accreditation process and ability to DNA test products, and say they will continue to insist suppliers adhere to the new standard.

Archroma, a global leader in colour and specialty chemicals, has unveiled an aniline-free denim indigo dye. The new dye provides a non-toxic way to produce the traditional, iconic indigo blue that consumers associate with denim and jeans.

Groz-Beckert is set to show latest products and services from the fields of knitting, weaving and sewing at the 16th Febratex in Blumenau, Brazil. The event, which will be held from August 21 to 24, 2018, will display everything relating to equipment, accessories, consumables and raw materials from all areas of the textile industry.