All Trade & Sourcing articles – Page 4
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OpinionMilano Unica 2025 focuses not only on fashion, but also on outdoor textiles
How one of Europe’s leading fabric show is reshaping sourcing strategies for performance, lifestyle, and sustainable innovation.
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ArticlePerformance Days October show sells out ahead of time
The upcoming Munich edition of the textile sourcing show is fully booked, signaling strong demand for focused platforms and circular innovation.
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ArticleNew report explores EU product-level disclosure rules
Two major frameworks may reshape environmental compliance in consumer goods.
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News briefsChina, Brazil deepen supply chain ties
The leading Asian industrial power strengthens strategic trade bonds with a major Latin America economy amid evolving global logistics.
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News briefsISPO Textrends honors sustainable textile innovations
The platform has awarded textile concepts for Spring/Summer 2027 that prioritize circularity, bio-based content and high performance.
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News briefsSaigon’s VIATT will return in 2026 with expanded show floor
This year’s edition of Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies recorded a 13% exhibitor growth.
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ArticleIndia explores path to scaling circular fiber production
The Canada-based sustainability nonprofit Canopy is driving plans to turn India’s agricultural and textile waste into next-generation fiber at scale.
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News briefsShimano launches industry call on mechanic shortage
The cycling supplier seeks evidence from across the sector to assess labor shortages in skilled bike maintenance.
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OpinionFuture Fabric Expo: Fashion’s version of the Performance Days
From regenerative cotton to funding masterclasses, London’s Future Fabric Expo and Climate Action Week brought together fashion’s most forward thinkers. Our columnist Charles Ross was there.
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ArticleOutdoor brands launch toolkit for sustainability claims
A new industry-wide toolkit aims to standardize sustainability data sharing across international outdoor gear and apparel brands.
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ArticleNew study reveals small outdoor business gaps
A US benchmarking study highlights challenges and opportunities for outdoor brands under $10 million in revenue, with support from two industry initiatives.
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ArticleBipartisan bill targets US bicycle manufacturing
New legislation seeks to boost American bicycle production by removing tariff barriers and incentivizing domestic assembly.
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News briefsCreative Tech expands Seawool textile adoption
The Taiwan-based textile innovator turns oyster shells and plastic bottles into eco-friendly fabric now used by major apparel brands worldwide.
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ArticleTrusTrace launches supply chain data playbook
The Sweden-based traceability platform unveils a new framework to help global fashion brands manage compliance, data collection and supply chain risk.
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News briefsSea to Summit cuts US prices on core gear
The Australian outdoor gear maker reduces US retail prices on key product lines to support partners and consumers in a shifting market.
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News briefsFenix Outdoor partners with TextileGenesis
The collaboration is designed to ensure fiber-to-retail traceability of Fenix’ products
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News briefsTrump accuses China of trade deal breach
Amid renewed trade tensions, the US claims China violated a recent tariff truce, prompting retaliatory measures and halting further negotiations.
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ArticleMay 29: Appeals court restores Trump trade tariffs
A US appeals court allows controversial import tariffs to remain in effect during the ongoing legal dispute over presidential trade authority.
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ArticleMay 28: US court blocks 'Liberation Day' tariffs
Federal judges rule presidential trade action overstepped constitutional limits.
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News briefsTrump proposes 50% tariff on EU imports
The US President’s tariff threat escalates trade tensions with the European Union, prompting swift responses from European officials.
