Haelixa, OVS extend supply chain traceability partnership
WEB6 days ago · The collaboration between Haelixa and OVS has boosted the transparency of the supply chain. With the help of traceability provided by Haelixa, OVS is working towards improving its products’ social and environmental impacts. OVS is firmly committed to sustainable and ethical practices and aspires to enhance its operations yearly.
H&M Foundation extends waste picking initiative in India
WEB5 days ago · H&M Foundation extends India waste picking initiative with $11m boost. The H&M Foundation exclusively tells Just Style it is extending the Saamuhika Shakti project, an initiative aimed at improving the livelihoods of informal waste pickers in India for another three years with an additional $11m funding for its second phase.
New bill to block US funding for projects tied to Uyghur forced …
WEB5 days ago · US Senators Marco Rubio and Jeff Merkley have introduced the No Funds for Forced Labor Act, a bill aimed at preventing US tax dollars from supporting international projects that involve forced labour, particularly in China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR). US Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) speaks on stage on the second day of the …
Alterknit expands knit repair services across the US
WEB5 days ago · Alterknit, a New York-based provider of knit repair services has announced its fall-focused sweater and knit repair offerings available nationwide. Isatou Ndure September 24, 2024. Alterknit encourages customers to repair rather than discard damaged clothing, reducing textile waste and promoting eco-friendly fashion. Credit: Alterknit.
Port strike threat looms as AAFA urges Biden intervention
WEB4 days ago · The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) president has issued an urgent plea to President Joe Biden, calling for immediate intervention in the stalled labour negotiations between the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) and the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) which he warns could result in …
TrusTrace leads product claims solution for fashion brands
WEB4 days ago · Isatou Ndure September 25, 2024. The new solution enables brands to verify and communicate product-specific claims about their manufacturing processes and environmental impacts. Credit: TrusTrace. The solution integrates TrusTrace’s supply chain traceability platform, Xoriant’s data architecture expertise, and Carbon Trail’s …
UK apparel sector to discuss how AI is disrupting supply chain
WEB4 days ago · The ASBCI conference on 16 October will show how AI tools could disrupt the entire fashion value chain, drive innovation and create competitive advantages, as well as provide new risks and raise ethical questions around exactly how to exploit the technology. “Understanding the risks and potential of AI is a key priority for the fashion ...
Woolmark urges fashion consumers to wear wool not waste
WEB6 days ago · Woolmark explains its Wear Wool, Not Waste campaign has launched to coincide with the legislative changes that are being made across Europe to curb the rise in throwaway fashion culture, which is driven by cheap, synthetic clothing. Woolmark managing director John Roberts says the aim is to give “an urgent call” to citizens and …
Textile industry urged to boost support for organic cotton growers
WEB4 days ago · The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA) have launched a joint initiative urging the textile industry to support farmers transitioning to organic cotton. Isatou Ndure September 25, 2024. The #BehindTheSeams 2024 campaign provides unique insights into the people and practices behind …
In data: Temu’s hybrid distribution model lowers consumers costs
WEB4 days ago · Economic consultancy Cebr has revealed ultra-fast fashion retailer Temu’s hybrid distribution model reduces intermediaries, streamlines operations and lowers prices by acting as a service partner for manufacturers. Shemona Safaya September 25, 2024. Cebr noted that Temu’s hybrid model connects manufacturers directly with consumers …