AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCustoms & Trade Flows: Nepal’s Birgunj Customs Office says it collected Rs 23.46 billion in revenue in Bhadra (Aug 17–Sep 16), hitting 99.75% of its monthly target, with textiles and garments among key imports. Energy Efficiency for Textiles: India’s EESL will audit energy and water use at about 450 MSMEs in Andhra Pradesh by Feb 2027, with textiles and spinning mills flagged as energy-intensive clusters. Labor Compliance Pressure: In Pakistan’s Muzaffargarh, authorities issued recovery notices to 11 private mills over alleged non-compliance with the 3% disability employment quota. Yarn & Supply Chain Economics: Tiruppur yarn makers urge changes to Cotton Corporation of India’s role, warning that cotton access and working-capital gaps are squeezing spinning mills. Industry Standards & Circularity: ITMF named 2026 collaboration award winners HeiQ–Archroma and Lenzing–Armedangels, while AAFA said it will keep fighting California’s SB-707 producer responsibility rules after a court setback. Fashion & Materials Spotlight: Yarn Expo Autumn 2026 wrapped in Shanghai with ~600 exhibitors and ~22,000 visitors, pushing recycled, bio-based and performance yarns into mainstream sourcing.
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