Unifi launches new eco-focused web-site
[03.10.08] Unifi has launched a new, innovative consumer facing web-site, which details the environmental benefits of its ‘Repreve’ family of 100% recycled polyester and nylon textile yarns.
Wal-Mart bans Uzbek cotton
[30.09.08] Wal-Mart’s decision to urge its suppliers to stop sourcing cotton from Uzbekistan has persuaded the government of the former Soviet Republic to take steps to end the use of forced child labour in cotton production.
Organic Trade Association to run GOTS web seminar
[30.09.08] The Organic Trade Association is running a web seminar on the Global Organic Textile standard with experts from the world of textile certification and the organic textile manufacturing presenting their views at the event.
‘Revolutionary’ eco-textile finishing system
[30.09.08] Textile researchers at North Carolina State University are set to reveal a new low power plasma-based finishing system that reduces the energy, waste and amount of chemicals used in traditional fabric finishing.
Eco-textile labelling guide NOW published
[25.09.08] The new 100 page guide to eco-textile labelling which features information on how to certify and label organic and sustainable textiles has now been published.
The Merino Company signs Berwin & Berwin deal
[22.09.08] Berwin & Berwin, one of Europe’s largest suit manufacturers has signed a deal with Australia’s The Merino Company, which runs organic and transparent branded wool sourcing supply chains for retailers.
Advansa launches branded yarns made from corn
[18.09.08] Advansa has launched a new range of branded PTT-based yarns made from corn sugar which are suitable for a wide range of swimwear, active wear, intimates and ready-to-wear clothing.
