By K. Gopalakrishnan As linen evolves from a niche festive fabric to an everyday lifestyle essential, Indian manufacturers with deep material understanding and ethical intent are finding new relevance in global markets. One such company is Darshan Creation, led by Kaushal Trivedi, Director of the company. In this interaction, Trivedi outlines how Darshan Creation has […]
Grasim at Première Vision Paris: Building India’s Global Natural Fibre Story Through Linen, Wool and Sustainable Innovation
K. Gopalakrishnan At the recently concluded Première Vision in Paris, the spotlight on sustainability, traceability and premium natural fibres was unmistakable. Among the exhibitors addressing this evolving global demand was Grasim Industries Limited, representing the domestic textiles business of the Aditya Birla Group. In an in-depth interaction during the exhibition, Abhishek Jain, Vice President – […]
European Flax, Linen & Hemp: Why India Is Central to the Future of Traceable, Sustainable Natural Fibres
By K. Gopalakrishnan As sustainability, traceability and authenticity become non-negotiable for global fashion and home textile brands, natural fibres with a proven environmental and social story are gaining renewed importance. At the centre of this shift is the Alliance for European Flax, Linen & Hemp, the collective body representing the entire European flax and hemp […]
Design Beyond Aesthetics: How JLX Studio Is Reframing Textile and Product Design as a Strategic Business Tool
In an era where textiles, apparel, and product categories are shaped as much by economics and ecosystems as by creativity, design studios are being challenged to move beyond surface-level aesthetics. At this intersection of design, manufacturing, and market intelligence, stands JLX Studio, founded by Jeevan L Xavier, who also serves as Director at Explorinno. Positioned […]
Alok Industries Reinvents Home Textiles: Built-in Performance, Sustainability and New Launches for Heimtextil
By K. Gopalakrishnan Alok Industries is reasserting its leadership in home textiles with a wave of product innovations that place performance and sustainability at the yarn level. At a time when global buyers are demanding traceability, lower environmental impact and better functional performance, Alok’s home textiles division is unveiling a broad set of new technologies […]
Mohan Spintex India: Threads of Legacy, Sustainability and a Future‑Ready Vision
Exclusive Interview by K. Gopalakrishnan In a global textile industry defined by sustainability mandates, tightening regulations, and technology-led quality benchmarks, Mohan Spintex India Limited has emerged as a rare example of a company that has scaled with conscience. Over the last two decades, the business has consciously blended legacy with modernity, growth with governance, and […]
Himatsingka reinforces global leadership with consolidation, integration and innovation
Exclusive Interview by K. Gopalakrishnan Amid one of the most turbulent global business cycles in recent memory, Himatsingka has chosen clarity over urgency and depth over haste. Rather than chase growth for optics, the company has pursued a strategy rooted in consolidation, operational discipline and future-focused investment across manufacturing scale, digitalisation and market alignment. As […]
Aditya Birla Group strengthens Technical Textiles Vision: Showcases synergies for global leadership
Exclusive Interview by K. Gopalakrishnan As the global textile industry undergoes rapid technological evolution, Aditya Birla Group has been actively leveraging its strength to build a unified presence in technical textiles domain. In a conversation with The Textile Magazine, Mr. Kapil Agrawal, Business Head – Textiles, shares Group’s strategic focus, innovation roadmap, market priorities, and emerging […]
Ganesha Ecosphere: Leading India’s Circular Textile Revolution with Innovation, Scale and Sustainability
Exclusive Interview by K. Gopalakrishnan, Pics by Manikandan As the global push for sustainability accelerates, recycled polyester has emerged as one of the most critical materials in the transition to circular manufacturing systems. Demand is rising rapidly as international brands, policymakers and consumers seek lower-impact alternatives to virgin plastics. At the centre of this shift […]