All Trade & Sourcing articles – Page 2
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News briefsTexworld Paris hosts 1,100 exhibitors
The European sourcing show returns to Paris in February, bringing together global textile and apparel suppliers under one roof.
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News briefsArchroma, HeiQ form textile partnership
The Swiss chemicals group and the materials innovator team up to scale sustainable odor-control and antimicrobial technologies for textiles.
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ArticleEU clears Mercosur trade deal
European governments move closer to one of the world’s largest trade pacts, despite resistance from several member states.
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News briefsMesse Frankfurt launches AI focus at textile shows
The German trade show organizer is rolling out a new AI focus across its global textile events, starting at Heimtextil 2026.
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OpinionPerformance Without Toxicity: An exhibition at The Mills Fabrica in London, opening late January
In this opinion piece, OIC columnist Charles Ross explores how a new London exhibition challenges petrochemicals, pricing, and performance norms.
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News briefsAluula begins OTCQB trading
The Canadian composite materials specialist expands access for US investors as its shares begin trading on the OTCQB Venture Market.
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ArticleFair Wear sets 2026–2030 strategy
The Netherlands-based multi-stakeholder initiative presents a new strategy to embed human rights due diligence into everyday business practice.
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News briefsGiant Group seeks CBP WRO relief
The Taiwanese bicycle manufacturer updates the market on labor reforms as it seeks progress on a US import restriction.
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News briefsLifeLabs names textile innovation director
The US-Taiwan materials science company strengthens its sustainability focus with a senior hire from global sportswear brands.
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SponsoredZhejiang Huanqiu Shoes is looking for outdoor footwear companies
Zhejiang Huanqiu Shoes is playing a pivotal role in shaping the evolution of China’s modern footwear industry. Now they are looking for a footwear manufacturer to invest in.
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SponsoredZhejiang Huanqiu Shoes: A Growing Force in Global Footwear
Zhejiang Huanqiu Shoes is playing a pivotal role in shaping the evolution of China’s modern footwear industry. Now they are looking for a footwear manufacturer to invest in.
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News briefsFuture Fabrics Expo moves to Brussels
The UK-based sustainable textiles platform will stage its 2026 edition in Brussels, aligning with Europe’s leading textile recycling event.
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News briefsWFSGI partners with Worldly on ESG data
The global sporting goods association teams up with a sustainability data platform to close gaps between ESG ambition and action.
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News briefsBCI, Planboo launch India biochar pilot
The global cotton sustainability organization and a climate-tech firm will test biochar on Indian farms to assess its environmental and economic potential.
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ArticleEU scales back corporate sustainability rules
Brussels has agreed to scale back key sustainability and due diligence rules, reshaping future reporting and supply-chain oversight for European industries.
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News briefsAliExpress helps seize $1.1m in fake bike parts
A major e-commerce platform and Chinese authorities shut down an operation selling counterfeit high-end bicycle parts across multiple global brands.
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News briefsFrank Junker exits Munich Fabric Start
After two decades shaping one of Europe’s key textile shows, the longtime creative lead is stepping down to pursue new event ventures.
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ArticleFashion for Good launches net-zero factory blueprint
The sustainability accelerator has launched a first-of-its-kind blueprint to help textile manufacturers reduce carbon emissions by up to 93 percent.
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ArticleTexworld Paris to host 1,300 exhibitors in 2026
The textile and apparel sourcing event will return to Paris in February 2026 with over 1,000 exhibitors and a focus on sustainability.
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OpinionShows: Great for getting everyone together, right?
At a time when, after years of debate and criticism, trade shows and industry events are experiencing massive changes, our columnist Charles Ross reflects once again on their merits and drawbacks, particularly following his most recent visits to the Blue Earth Summit, Performance Days and Outdoor Connections at the Kendal Mountain Festival.
