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Better, not bigger as Amanat Shah Group focuses on efficiency, innovation and smarter management
Amanat Shah Group (ASG) has grown from a family textile business into a vertically integrated manufacturing group with operations spanning spinning, weaving, knitting, dyeing, finishing, printing and garment manufacturing. Built on the vision of founder Mohammad Helal Miah, the group has developed a strong presence in Bangladesh’s traditional textile market while expanding its focus towards fashio
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Textile Today
Bangladesh RMG factories could generate 1,768 MWp from rooftop solar: CPD study
Bangladesh’s garment factories could generate up to 1,768 MWp of electricity through rooftop solar, according to Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) study. This capacity would help meet a significant share of their power demand amid ongoing energy shortages. The findings were presented at a discussion on Investment Chinese investment potential for rooftop solar in Bangladesh’s RMG sector, organized b
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Textile Today
ITET urges immediate action over gas crisis disruption in textile sector
The Institution of Textile Engineers & Technologists (ITET), Bangladesh, has urged the government to take immediate action on the severe gas crisis. Sustainable solutions are needed to protect textile and apparel operations, jobs, and export competitiveness, ITET said. In a joint statement, Engr. Md. Enayet Hossain, President, and Engr. A.S.M. Hafizur Rahman Nixon, Secretary General of ITET highli
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Textile Today
EU anti-greenwashing rules push OEKO-TEX to tighten certification system
OEKO-TEX has overhauled its governance structure by separating standard setting from conformity assessment. The move is designed to strengthen the independence and credibility of its certification system as EU sustainability rules tighten. The change comes ahead of the EU’s Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive (EmpCo), which applies from September 27, 2026. The rules target misl
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Textile Today
PM Tarique Rahman’s industry outreach raises hopes for more inclusive industrial policymaking
The scope of direct dialogue between the government and Bangladesh's industrial and business sectors is expanding. Since assuming office, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has been holding a series of meetings with leaders of various industrial and business organizations, listening to their concerns, and seeking their views on policy solutions. This trend is particularly significant for the ready-made
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Textile Today
UAE targets 220,000 tons of textile waste through circularity push
The UAE is working with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to develop a national policy framework for textile circularity under Naseej, its National Initiative for Textile Circularity. Figure: Naseej has already partnered with more than 35 organizations and launched pilots including retail take-back, textile collection and uniform recycling . The UAE generates about 220,000 tons of textile waste every
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Textile Today
UNDP maps circular textile pathways for Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan
The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) has identified key gaps that are slowing the development of circular textile value chains in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. A new UNDP study maps country-specific pathways to help both countries improve textile recycling, resource efficiency and circular production. The study surveyed 134 textile and garment enterprises. It also included interviews, field
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Textile Today
Chemical safety becomes a growing concern for finished garments
Key insights: All 11 children’s shirts tested in a preliminary study exceeded the US 100 ppm lead threshold. Brightly colored garments showed higher lead levels and greater potential bioaccessibility. Lead is only one concern, alongside PFAS, azo dyes, carbon disulfide and other hazardous chemicals. Stronger chemical testing and supply-chain traceability could reduce compliance and reputational ri
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Textile Today
Universal Menswear produces nearly 5mn men’s garments annually from Narayanganj
Universal Menswear Ltd, one of South Asia’s largest suit manufacturing facilities, is producing nearly 5mn pieces of men’s clothing a year at Adamjee Export Processing Zone (EPZ) in Narayanganj. The Romania-Bangladesh joint venture manufactures tailored suits, blazers, formal trousers, waistcoats and jackets for international brands and retailers. Figure: Universal Menswear has received LEED Gold
Aug 19, 2026·Read at Textile Today
Rohleder redefines efficiency and creativity with KARL MAYER’s MULTI MATIC®
Premium weaver Rohleder is boosting its efficiency and redefining creative boundaries with KARL MAYER’s warp sampling machine MULTI-MATIC® Rohleder is one of Europe’s most modern weaving mills. For over 80 years, the family-owned company has been developing and manufacturing premium fabrics for brands, retailers and private customers – 100% Made in Germany. Courtesy: Collected This success is made
Aug 19, 2026·Read at Textile Today
Wool and lyocell combine to create a biobased alternative for hygiene products
Woolchemy and Lenzing are collaborating on a new Acquisition & Distribution Layer(ADL) for hygiene products that combines New Zealand wool with wood-based VEOCEL™ Lyocell fibers. The patented neweFlex™ ADL uses Woolchemy’s hygiene-grade wool alongside VEOCEL™ Lyocell fibers with Lenzing Lyocell Dry technology. The material is designed as a biobased alternative to conventional fossil-based material
Aug 19, 2026·Read at Textile Today