NORDShield®, a leading Nordic textile ingredient brand known for its bio-based and science-driven innovations, has announced the appointment of Vishal as Chief Growth & Technology Officer – APAC. This strategic move underscores the company’s commitment to accelerating its presence and strengthening its technical and commercial engagement across the Asia-Pacific region. Driving Growth with a Sustainability-First […]
Chhattisgarh offers up to 200% incentives to boost textile investments
The Government of Chhattisgarh is offering incentives of up to 200% of Fixed Capital Investment (FCI) under the Industrial Development Policy 2024–30 to attract textile and garment manufacturing investments in the state. Under the policy, a garment unit with an investment of ₹100 crore and employment generation of around 3,000 persons may be eligible for […]
SIMA Texfair 2026: Strengthening India’s Textile Ecosystem
The 15th edition of SIMA Texfair, one of India’s most focused Textile Machinery, Accessories & Spares exhibitions, is set to take place from March 6 to 9, 2026, at the CODISSIA Trade Fair Complex, Coimbatore. Organized by The Southern India Mills’ Association (SIMA), Texfair has steadily evolved into a must-visit platform for textile stakeholders, not […]
India–EU Free Trade Agreement: A Transformational Trade Deal for India’s Textile & Apparel Sector
India and the European Union (EU) announced the conclusion of negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), an important milestone in one of India’s most strategic economic partnerships. Designed as modern, rules-based trade partnership, the FTA responds to contemporary global challenges while enabling deeper market integration between the world’s 4th and 2nd largest economies. The […]
SIMA hails Prime Minister’s reform-driven growth in the MMF Sector
The Southern India Mills’ Association (SIMA) has expressed its sincere gratitude to the Hon’ble Prime Minister for the path-breaking decision to remove the Quality Control Orders (QCOs) imposed on polyester fibre, yarn, and filaments, a move that is poised to accelerate the growth of the man-made fibre (MMF) sector. The consumption pattern of man-made fibres […]