MAS Holdings, South Asia’s largest apparel tech company, unveiled its refreshed Plan for Change, a bold roadmap to reshape the future of apparel. The Plan for Change 2030 is MAS’ company-wide sustainability strategy, building on the momentum of the 2025 Plan for Change, which was established in 2020. Having made significant progress against its 2025 […]
Downstream textile sector gets a leg-up from QCO revocation
However, polyester yarn industry at upstream end may see increased competition from imports The recent government decision to rescind the Quality Control Order (QCO) on several polymer and fibre intermediates will provide respite to the tariff-impacted downstream textiles segments, particularly readymade garments, which will now have access to more competitively priced raw material imports. This […]
A legacy in every stitch: Inside SCM Textile Spinners’ Empire
What began as a modest Khadi store with just a few yards of fabric on the shelf is today a textile juggernaut exporting millions of garments around the world. SCM Group, a cornerstone of the The Chennai Silks group empire, has transformed from a family-run venture into a globally respected name, where cutting-edge automation meets […]
Asia Pacific Rayon Targets India’s Growing Demand for Sustainable Textiles
Fashion and textile customers in India are becoming increasingly conscious of the value of sustainably produced fibres. As a result, demand for viscose and lyocell—both eco-friendly alternatives to conventional fibres—is gaining strong momentum. According to industry projections, India’s viscose market is expected to grow by 8.9 per cent over the next five years, while demand […]
Pearl Global accelerates growth with ₹250 Crore investment in technology and capacity expansion
Pearl Global Industries Limited (PGIL), one of India’s largest listed garment exporters, has reaffirmed its position as a global apparel powerhouse with a strong performance in Q2FY26 and a renewed focus on sustainable, technology-driven growth. The company, which operates across multiple sourcing regions — India, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Guatemala — reported record operational achievements […]
The LYCRA Company opens largest spandex facility in China
The LYCRA Company, a global leader in innovative and sustainable fiber solutions for the apparel and personal care industries, today announced the official opening of its largest spandex production facility —the LYCRA® fiber (Yinchuan) Plant in Ningxia Province, China. This milestone underscores the company’s continued investment in the Chinese market and highlights its strong commitment […]
Threads of Legacy, Woven with Innovation — The Story of Telephone Threads
For more than four decades, Neelam Thread Pvt. Ltd., under its iconic brand Telephone Threads, has been synonymous with quality, reliability, and craftsmanship in the embroidery and sewing thread industry. Founded in 1979 under the visionary leadership of Late Shri Satender Kumar Jain, the company has grown into one of India’s oldest and most trusted […]
Toray Industries and MAS Holdings announce joint venture in Odisha, India
Toray Industries (H.K.) Ltd., has officially entered a joint venture with South Asia’s largest apparel manufacturer MAS Holdings, marking a unique opportunity to enhance the two companies’ supply chaincapabilities and pursue product manufacturing within and for the fast-growing Indian market. The joint venture, operating under the name Toray MAS Apparel India, will see the establishment […]
Raymond marks a monumental century of Legacy, Leadership & ‘Make in India’ Glory
In a resplendent showcase of legacy and future ready, Raymond, India’s iconic textile and apparel company, celebrated an extraordinary milestone — 100 years of trust, craftsmanship, and innovation — at a grand centenary gala held at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. This was not just a celebration. It is a proud moment for Indian enterprise, […]
G.P Textiles: Weaving a Global Vision with Quality and Innovation
G.P Textiles Private Limited, founded in 2009 by first-generation entrepreneur Mr. Umaselvan Govindarajan, has emerged as a leading name in the Indian textile sector. What began with a modest turnover of ₹1.8 crore has today grown into a robust enterprise achieving ₹120 crore turnover, with a clear vision to reach ₹500 crore by 2030. Based […]