Apparels

EU tests found incorrect fibre labelling on 37 per cent of garments, with blended fabrics showing the highest failure rates.
TexPro data place the greatest commercial exposure in the $68.43 billion tops market.
As Digital Product Passports and EPR rules advance, verified fibre data will become critical for compliance, recycling, traceability and market access.

The overall gross gems & jewellery exports rose 26.5 per cent to $2212.6 million in June 2026 after prolonged decline, according to industry data.

University of Portsmouth researchers are launching the first study into environmental impacts of counterfeit football shirts.
The UK Intellectual Property Office-funded work will compare authentic and fake kits for microplastic shedding, carbon impact and disposal.
Findings are intended to guide brands, policymakers and environmental groups on enforcement, consumer messaging and textile-waste.

Trent’s Westside brand plans to open one hundred new stores annually. This expansion aims to invigorate growth and reach new markets. The company is also enhancing its online presence and international operations. Artificial intelligence is being integrated to improve design and supply chain efficiency.

The UK’s clothing exports rose 9.54 per cent year on year to £264 million (~$356.62 million) in May 2026 and jumped 18.38 per cent from April.
However, Q1 2026 clothing exports fell 7.87 per cent year on year, while full-year 2025 exports declined 9.17 per cent, reflecting continued pressure despite the strong monthly rebound in May 2026.

The duty drawback for gold jewellery and parts has been increased to ₹1,851.99 per gram from ₹773.17 per gram, while the rate for silver jewellery and articles made of silver has been raised to ₹29,501.09 per kg from ₹14,990.66 per kg, according to a notification issued by the Department of Revenue on Friday.

Greece’s apparel imports rose 9.36 per cent year on year to $654.31 million in Q1 2026, led by strong demand for cotton garments.
Spain remained the largest supplier, followed by Italy and Germany, while cotton apparel accounted for 46.58 per cent of total imports.
Greece’s apparel imports have grown steadily, reaching $2.72 billion in 2025.

From July 19, large EU companies cannot destroy unsold clothes, clothing accessories and footwear under ESPR rules.
Medium-sized firms will face the same obligations from 2030, while small and micro-businesses are exempt.
Brands, retailers and suppliers must prioritise resale, donation, repair or reuse, with records kept for five years for inspections.

Morocco exported $3.94 billion of apparel in 2025 but imported $4.36 billion of yarn and fabric, exposing a structural upstream gap despite a strong garment surplus.
Heavy reliance on imported materials and CMT manufacturing limits value capture.
Future competitiveness will depend on integrated production, traceability, recycled materials and full-package manufacturing.

Indian textile and apparel brands discussed international scaling at Bharat Tex 2026, with export performance and 2030 targets framing the opportunity.
The session focused on converting manufacturing strength into design-led, culturally distinctive retail growth.
Quality, sustainability, traceability, craft heritage and omnichannel reach emerged as priorities for global competitiveness.