By Jayshri Ramani In India’s rapidly evolving textile landscape, Surat-based Madhusudan Group is steadily redefining its identity. What began as a specialist in fancy filament yarns has transformed into an innovation-driven textile enterprise focused on functional yarns, performance fabrics, and integrated textile solutions for global markets. As Mr. Saulabhya Mundra, Director of Madhusudan Group, explains, […]
INDIGO: The Thread That Refused to Stay Small
A sewing and embroidery thread brand built on consistency, now scaling with intent In an industry where scale often overshadows story, INDIGO has quietly built both. Founded in 1999 with limited resources but clear intent, INDIGO began as a modest operation, bootstrapped, self funded, and driven by persistence rather than privilege. As a sewing and […]
APR Accelerates Lyocell Adoption in Indonesia with Fabric Processing Masterclass
Asia Pacific Rayon (APR), a member of the RGE group of companies, recently conducted its Lyocell Fabric Processing Masterclass in two of Indonesia’s key textile hubs – Bandung and Solo – to help accelerate adoption of next-generation sustainable fibres. The programme brought together fabric manufacturers, value-chain partners, and technical experts to discuss critical production challenges […]
Textile Commissioner Vrunda Desai launches ReFiber & OterRi Initiative to transform textile waste into opportunity
On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, ReFiber, powered by OterRi, took a significant step towards building a sustainable future by launching Mumbai’s Mega Post-Consumer Textile Waste Collection & Upcycling Initiative. The landmark initiative aims to create a robust circular textile ecosystem by collecting, recovering and upcycling post-consumer textile waste while generating meaningful environmental […]
Grasim Industries announces fresh investment of ₹3094 Crore to expand Lyocell Capacity
Grasim Industries Limited, the flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group and a global leader in cellulosic fibres, has announced an investment of ₹3,094 crore, for Phase II Lyocell capacity of 110K TPA at Harihar, Karnataka. This expansion will consist of 2 lines of 55K TPA (150 Tons per day) each. The first line is […]
Teijin Frontier’s Multi-functional Textile Uniquely Combines Heat Retention and High Breathability
Teijin Frontier Co., Ltd., a Teijin Group company, today announced the development of a polyester fiber-based textile that uniquely performs two functions, which are difficult to achieve simultaneously. The new textile provides both excellent heat retention, delivered by its structure, and stuffiness suppression, provided through its high breathability. Designed for thermal apparel used in sports and outdoor activities, this new product features a […]
Teijin Frontier and Asahi Kasei announce new company name ahead of Business Integration
Teijin Frontier Co., Ltd., a Teijin Group company, and Asahi Kasei Advance Corporation, part of the Asahi Kasei Group, have announced the name of a new company integrating the two organizations, which will be established on October 1, 2026. TA Frontier Co., Ltd. will bring together the complementary materials-related technologies and marketing capabilities of Teijin […]
Syre partners with Target to advance next-generation recycled materials at scale
Syre, the textile impact company hyperscaling textile-to-textile recycling has announced an expanded collaboration with Target to accelerate the adoption of next-generation recycled materials across retail at scale. Through this work, Syre will support Target in advancing the integration of textile-to-textile recycled polyester into high-volume categories like apparel and home, bringing more sustainable options to consumers […]
UK Defence Textile Collaboration formed between Pincroft and Toray Textiles
As the UK Government looks to secure a resilient domestic supply chain, Pincroft Dyeing & Printing and Toray Textiles Europe Ltd have responded to the need for printed woven technical textiles for the UK defence sector. Both companies are established suppliers to NATO military programmes and are now well positioned to support UK defence requirements. […]
Partnerships Power Growth as Asia Pacific Rayon Targets India and Indonesia Textile Opportunities
Asia’s manmade cellulosic fibre market continues to evolve through deeper collaboration, regional partnerships and product innovation, with Asia Pacific Rayon (APR) leveraging two major industry exhibitions to reinforce its long-term commitment to customers in Indonesia and India. The company, recognised as Asia’s first fully integrated viscose rayon manufacturer, participated in key textile trade events in Jakarta and Mumbai to […]