Insights The Indonesian Trade Security Committee has imposed safeguard import duties for three years on 27 harmonised system cotton yarn codes. This followed a probe into specific yarn imports initiated at the Indonesian Textile Association's request. It found a surge in imports had caused serious losses to the domestic industry. The rate will be applied on a degressive schedule across the three-year period. The Indonesian Trade Security Committee (KPPI) recently announced the imposition of s

Insights Russia's OTK Proizvodstvo has agreed to invest an additional $50 million to build a third textile factory in Turakurgan district of Namangan region in Uzbekistan. The firm had earlier invested in the district to set up Runamteks, an enterprise that built two textile units with a total value of $40 million. The new project is expected to create 1,500 jobs and generate annual exports worth $35-40 million. Russian company OTK Proizvodstvo recently agreed to invest an additional $50 mill

Insights The UK manufacturing sector endured another challenging period in the quarter to October, with output and orders falling sharply, sentiment deteriorating and investment plans cut back sharply, a Confederation of British Industry survey revealed. Demand conditions weakened notably, cost pressures remained elevated and and manufacturers' investment appetite markedly deteriorated. The UK manufacturing sector endured another challenging period in the quarter to October, with output and o

Insights The producer prices of industrial products in Germany were 1.7 per cent lower YoY and 0.1 per cent month on month (MoM) in September, the main reason being lower energy prices, official statistical show. When energy prices are excluded, producer prices in September rose by 0.9 per cent YoY and remained unchanged MoM. Energy prices in the month were down by 7.3 per cent YoY and 0.3 per cent MoM. The producer prices of industrial products in Germany were 1.7 per cent lower year on year

Insights Hop Lun has signed definitive agreements to acquire Morocco-based Tobago and Chantelle Group's Famaco and Atma facilities, adding about 800 employees and a combined output of 2.4 million pieces annually. The acquisitions, expected to close in Q4 2025, will create a new manufacturing platform in Morocco and mark Hop Lun's fourth and fifth deals since Platinum Equity's 2022 takeover. Hop Lun, one of the world's largest designers and manufacturers of intimate apparel and swimwear, annou

Insights India has eased import norms for synthetic fabrics under HS code 60053600 by exempting materials within the 28–48 GSM range from the $3.5 per kg minimum import price. The move aims to balance import control with industry needs while curbing low-cost fabric inflows that threaten domestic producers. MIP rules for other fabric codes remain unchanged. The Indian government has partially exempted synthetic fabrics under ITC HS code 60053600 from the minimum import price (MIP) of $3.

Insights IAF partners with Infor to enhance traceability, ESG compliance, and digital transformation across the global apparel and footwear industry. The collaboration leverages the Infor Nexus platform and NexTrace solution to support multi-tier manufacturers. Together, they aim to simplify regulatory compliance and drive scalable, data-driven supply chain innovation. The International Apparel Federation (IAF) has announced a strategic collaboration with Infor, a global leader in business cl

Insights Heimtextil 2026 positions itself as a stabilising force in uncertain times, merging craftsmanship with AI innovation under the theme 'Lead the Change'. With 3,100 exhibitors from 65 nations, it unveils a new hall layout, trend arena, and immersive design experiences that redefine sustainability, creativity, and the future of home textiles. With an optimised hall layout, progressive design collaborations, inspiring trends and AI-driven innovations, Heimtextil 2026 reacts to the curren

Insights Nearly a thousand jobs are to be created in a major boost to UK communities after over $13.4 billion in investments were announced yesterday at the first Regional Investment Summit in Birmingham. Major investments are planned in life sciences, AI and innovation. New investments include a Crown Estate acquisition in Oxfordshire for increased laboratory and manufacturing space. Nearly a thousand jobs are to be created in a major boost to communities across the United Kingdom after over

Insights China's Transport Ministry recently launched the Initiative for International Cooperation on Green Shipping Corridor during the 2025 North Bund Forum in Shanghai. Calling for joint efforts to build a safer, more efficient and greener global shipping ecosystem, the initiative outlines seven key measures to promote international cooperation on green shipping corridors. China's Transport Ministry recently launched the Initiative for International Cooperation on Green Shipping Corridor d