AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEU Green Fashion Rules: The Apparel Impact Institute says EU apparel emissions rose 6.3% in 2024, driven by higher fibre use—especially polyester—putting the bloc further from its 2030 cut target, even as circularity rules tighten. Bangladesh Export Push: 12 Bangladeshi apparel and textile firms are showcasing at Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris-2026 (Aug 31–Sep 2), backed by the EPB and the Bangladesh Embassy in Paris. India-US Trade Uncertainty: India’s commerce ministry is gathering exporter concerns on US market access ahead of Piyush Goyal’s late-September US trip, with buyers reportedly holding back orders due to tariff uncertainty. Textile Modernisation in India: Tamil Nadu mills are restarting investment after demand revived for cotton and blended yarns, with examples including KPR Mills’ ₹260 crore modernisation plans. Circular Tech Milestone: Carbios says it completed its 100th trial batch at its Clermont-Ferrand plant and is extending biorecycling licensing to textile PET waste streams. Health & Safety Scrutiny: Public health groups challenge a US EPA draft review of flame retardant TBBPA, arguing it understates risks for children via household dust exposure. Design & Craft: Zambia’s handloom sector gets market and training support via HATTAZ and the International Trade Centre, aiming to connect rural weavers to buyers.
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