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Riga forum targets textile waste cut

Two textile circularity initiatives will co-host the Nordic-Baltic Textile Circularity Forum 2026 in Riga on 7th and 8th October, aiming to move circular solutions beyond pilot projects.

The forum joins tExtended, a Horizon Europe project with €12.3 million ($14.1m) EU funding, and the Nordic-Baltic Textile Circularity project, funded by Nordic Council of Ministers offices in the Baltics.

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First report on the economic impact of the sporting goods industry published

New estimates by the World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI) say the sector contributes an estimated $675 billion to global GDP each year and supports 28 million jobs globally.

The report, titled The Industry that Moves the World, says the contribution is roughly 0.6% of world economic output, and the jobs represent one in every 125 roles on the planet.

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ITCC 2027 opens Leeds registration

Registration and abstract submissions have opened for the International Textile and Colour Conference 2027, which will take place at the University of Leeds from 16th–18th June.

Hosted by the Leeds Institute of Textiles and Colour and the university’s School of Design, the event will address sustainable production, circular systems, materials innovation, AI and technical textiles.

Researchers, academics, postgraduate students and industry professionals can submit abstracts of up to 600 words by 26th February 2027.

The organisers are seeking interdisciplinary work spanning advanced manufacturing, automation, textile chemistry, digital transformation, health and performance textiles, waste management and material regeneration.

Katharine Beacham, head of materials and sustainability at Marks & Spencer, said of the inaugural 2025 event: “The topics and discussions felt genuinely new and insightful, rather than reiterations of familiar themes.”

The conference aims to connect research with industrial development and application across textiles, fashion and colour.E

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Murray takes Hugo Boss board chair

Hugo Boss has elected Michael Murray as chairman of its supervisory board, succeeding Stephan Sturm, who recently resigned from the board.

The appointment follows changes to the company’s shareholder structure. Murray, chief executive of Frasers Group, joined the Hugo Boss supervisory board in May 2025.

“Hugo Boss is exceptionally well positioned, with two strong brands, a unique global footprint and significant untapped potential,” said Murray.

Robert Palmer is expected to join the supervisory board, subject to appointment by the local court. Palmer has been a director of Frasers Group Financial Services since 2022.

The board change gives Frasers increased representation as Hugo Boss implements its Claim 5 Touchdown strategy.

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Swiss fur import ban advances

Switzerland’s Council of States has voted 43:1 to back a ban on imports of fur produced under cruel conditions, according to animal welfare organisation Four Paws.

Both parliamentary chambers must approve minor amendments on 2nd October. The measure is expected to take effect on 1st July 2029, following a transition period.

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Lycra appoints Hua Du chief executive

The Lycra Company has appointed Hua Du as chief executive officer, following completion of the company's financial restructuring.

Du succeeds Dean Williams, who served as interim chief executive officer and will remain chief financial officer. The company did not disclose terms or detail the restructuring.

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Cambodian unions seek $250 wage

Cambodian trade unions have proposed a $250.66 monthly minimum wage for garment, footwear, travel-goods and bag workers in 2027, up from the current $210.

The proposal was presented during Cambodia’s annual minimum-wage negotiations, which are conducted through the tripartite National Council on Minimum Wage process.

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CmiA launches farmer engagement manual

The Aid by Trade Foundation has published a community-engagement training manual with African People & Wildlife to support dialogue-led agricultural advice for Cotton made in Africa smallholders.

The four-module guide draws on African People & Wildlife’s ACTIVE Community Engagement Model. It covers socio-cultural planning, participatory sessions and evaluation of learning.

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CFDA president placed on leave after physical altercation with PETA protestors

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has announced president and CEO Steven Kolb has been placed on professional leave pending a full review of a physical confrontation with PETA protesters at a New York Fashion Week show on Sunday.

The incident occurred during the COS Fall-Winter 2026 presentation at Manhattan's WSA building when activists interrupted the runway to protest wool use.

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Archroma commercialises single-step dyeing process with Lameirinho bed linens

Specialty chemicals giant Archroma and Portuguese home textiles manufacturer Lameirinho have partnered to commercialise Archroma’s InOneGo single-step dyeing process.

Lameirinho will use InOneGo in its bed linens. The technology combines colouration, fixation and softening into a single pad dry application step.

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