India’s textile and apparel sector is not waiting for its moment. It is building one. The ambition is backed by hard targets: a USD 350 billion textile economy including USD 100 billion in exports by 2030. What has changed is the architecture behind those targets. Policy, trade access, and capital are now aligned in a […]
Vishal Appointed as Chief Growth & Technology Officer – APAC at NORDShield®
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 […]