R-I I I Global Sourcing Limited (RJSC Registration No. 205774), a private limited company, officially held its inauguration ceremony on October 31, 2025, Christian Era at its corporate headquarters – Nasratey Navrose, House 487/A (5th Floor), Road 8/C, Baridhara DOHS, Dhaka 1206, Bangladesh, marking a transformative moment for Bangladesh’s ready-made garments (RMG) and textile sourcing […] The post R-I I I Global Sourcing Limited Officially Launched – Unleashing in a New Era of Sustainable Fashion, Innovation, Ethical Global Sourcing, Solutions and Benchmarking appeared first on Textile Focus.

Vietnam’s manufacturing sector gained strong momentum in October 2025 as the S&P Global PMI rose to 54.5 from 50.4, the sharpest improvement since July 2024. Output, new orders, and employment expanded, while confidence reached a 16-month high. Input and output prices rose at faster rates amid supply challenges, though overall optimism remained solid despite inflationary and weather-related pressures.

Dutch international trade in goods rose in the first half (H1) of 2025 compared with H1 2024, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). Exports increased 1.9 per cent and imports 2 per cent YoY. While mineral fuel trade declined, exports of other goods were largely stable or higher. Trade with Belgium, France, and the UK weakened, whereas exports to Germany and the US and imports from China grew.

Vietnam’s manufacturing sector gained strong momentum in October 2025 as the S&P Global PMI rose to 54.5 from 50.4, the sharpest improvement since July 2024. Output, new orders, and employment expanded, while confidence reached a 16-month high. Input and output prices rose at faster rates amid supply challenges, though overall optimism remained solid despite inflationary and weather-related pressures.

Dutch international trade in goods rose in the first half (H1) of 2025 compared with H1 2024, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). Exports increased 1.9 per cent and imports 2 per cent YoY. While mineral fuel trade declined, exports of other goods were largely stable or higher. Trade with Belgium, France, and the UK weakened, whereas exports to Germany and the US and imports from China grew.

In a significant move towards fostering sustainable industrial growth, Infrastructure Development Company Limited (Idcol) and ABA Group have formed a strategic partnership to boost energy efficiency, water management, and environmental standards within ABA Group’s manufacturing operations. The collaboration, celebrated at a ceremony at the Sheraton Dhaka and attended by senior leadership from both entities, builds […] The post Idcol, ABA Group join forces for sustainable manufacturing in Bangladesh appeared first on Textile Focus.

India's gem and jewellery sector is targeting $100 billion in exports by 2047. The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council presented policy reforms to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. These include affordable credit, customs modernisation, and a National Gem & Jewellery Park Policy.

Arvind Fashions Limited saw a significant profit jump of 27 percent in the September quarter. Revenue also grew, driven by strong online sales and direct customer channels. The company's focus on its brands and expanding retail presence is paying off. Improved operating efficiencies contributed to higher profits.

The 19th edition of the Bangladesh Denim Expo, the largest and only dedicated exhibition to promote Bangladesh denim industry, is set to take place on November 5 and 6, 2025, at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Dhaka. The two-day mega event will exhibit the latest innovations in denim production, sustainable technologies, and a […] The post The 19th Bangladesh Denim Expo kicks off on Wednesday appeared first on Textile Focus.

The Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) of Bangladesh today reported that ready-made garment (RMG) exports totaled $12.99 billion during July–October of FY2025/26, marking a 1.40% year‑on‑year increase versus the same period of FY2024/25. Within this period, Knitwear exports reached $7.24 billion (+0.42% YoY), while Woven exports totaled $5.75 billion (+2.66% YoY). For October 2025 alone, RMG […] The post October 2025: RMG exports stood at $3.02 bn, reflecting an 8.39% decline appeared first on Textile Focus.

Speaking at a roundtable discussion organized by The Financial Express at a hotel in Gulshan today (3 November), he shared some real-life examples of how certain NBR officials are creating obstacles for businesses and undermining Bangladesh’s trade environment. He emphasized the need for immediate government intervention to ensure accountability and to remove ‍such administrative bottlenecks […] The post BKMEA President called for urgent action against officials who are unreasonably disrupting import and export activities and harassing businessmen appeared first on Textile Focus.

A five-member parliamentary delegation led by Mr. Mehmet Akif Yılmaz, Member of the Turkish Parliament and Chairperson of the Türkiye-Bangladesh Parliamentary Friendship Group, called on Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna on Monday. During the meeting, both sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and humanitarian […] The post Turkish Parliamentary Delegation Calls on Chief Adviser appeared first on Textile Focus.

A major milestone in Bangladesh’s journey toward sustainability – the 𝟭𝟲.𝟵 𝗠𝗪𝗽 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗘𝘅 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁, has been officially signed with Ha-Meem Group to cover all rooftop under iconic Textile Zone (Ha-meem Denim Ltd., Ha-meem Spinning Ltd and Ha-meem Textile Ltd.) Solaric Group is proud to serve as the EPC partner for this […] The post Solaric Group signs 𝟭𝟲.𝟵 𝗠𝗪𝗽 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 with Ha-Meem Group appeared first on Textile Focus.

The Bangladesh-Germany Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BGCCI) successfully organized a distinguished welcome ceremony and reception in honor of H.E. Dr. Rüdiger Lotz, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Bangladesh on 30 October 2025 at Le Meridien, Dhaka. Welcome Remarks by Mr. M. Maksud, Outgoing President, BGCCI followed by Formal […] The post BGCCI greets new German envoy appeared first on Textile Focus.

Turkiye’s apparel exports fell 6.93 per cent YoY to $12.3 billion in January–September, reflecting weak global demand and strong competition from South Asia. Woven apparel exports saw a sharper drop than knitwear due to higher production costs and retailer destocking. Imports of non-knitted apparel rose 19 per cent, suggesting Turkish firms’ growing reliance on re-export models amid cost pressures.

The 12-month US-China trade truce will not halt the drop in ocean container freight rates in 2026, and has left carriers and shippers in uncertain positions, according to Xeneta. Declining spot rates coincide with falling volumes on Trans-Pacific trades. The Xeneta 2026 forecast puts global average long-term rates 20 per cent below December 2023 levels, prior to escalation of the Red Sea conflict.

Standard Chartered has lifted Vietnam’s 2025 GDP growth forecast to 7.5 per cent (from 6.1 per cent) and 2026 to 7.2 per cent (from 6.2 per cent), citing strong momentum and easing inflation. Exports surged 24.7 per cent YoY in September 2025, while FDI and credit growth also strengthened. The bank highlighted Vietnam’s growing role in global supply chains and resilient economic performance.

Turkiye’s apparel exports fell 6.93 per cent YoY to $12.3 billion in January–September, reflecting weak global demand and strong competition from South Asia. Woven apparel exports saw a sharper drop than knitwear due to higher production costs and retailer destocking. Imports of non-knitted apparel rose 19 per cent, suggesting Turkish firms’ growing reliance on re-export models amid cost pressures.

The 12-month US-China trade truce will not halt the drop in ocean container freight rates in 2026, and has left carriers and shippers in uncertain positions, according to Xeneta. Declining spot rates coincide with falling volumes on Trans-Pacific trades. The Xeneta 2026 forecast puts global average long-term rates 20 per cent below December 2023 levels, prior to escalation of the Red Sea conflict.

Standard Chartered has lifted Vietnam’s 2025 GDP growth forecast to 7.5 per cent (from 6.1 per cent) and 2026 to 7.2 per cent (from 6.2 per cent), citing strong momentum and easing inflation. Exports surged 24.7 per cent YoY in September 2025, while FDI and credit growth also strengthened. The bank highlighted Vietnam’s growing role in global supply chains and resilient economic performance.

Turkiye’s apparel exports fell 6.93 per cent YoY to $12.3 billion in January–September, reflecting weak global demand and strong competition from South Asia. Woven apparel exports saw a sharper drop than knitwear due to higher production costs and retailer destocking. Imports of non-knitted apparel rose 19 per cent, suggesting Turkish firms’ growing reliance on re-export models amid cost pressures.

Due to the government shutdown, the Joint Advanced Planning Brief for Industry, aka the JAPBI conference, which was originally scheduled for Nov. 18–20 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Cherry Hill, N.J., will be rescheduled. More information to come when those dates have been announced from the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support’s Clothing & Textiles Directorate. The post JAPBI show being rescheduled appeared first on Specialty Fabrics Review.

The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement has failed to stem offshoring to Mexico and requires extensive reform to protect North American workers, a group of senior labor advisers has told the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, offering a host of changes they want the U.S. to push for in an upcoming review of the pact.

Carriers including XPO, Old Dominion, FedEx Freight and TFI report drops in tonnage as soft demand prolongs a three-year freight slump.

The Commerce Department should launch investigations into a dozen Chinese technology sectors that could result in U.S. import bans or other restrictions, according to the chairs of four House committees, including the select China and Foreign Affairs panels.