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Fast Retailing Warns Chinese Factories
The Japanese company has instructed two of its Uniqlo suppliers to improve factory working conditions after an inspection found several problems.
— Jan 15, 2015
Guilty Verdicts Issued in Prato Trial
More than a year after a fire in a Prato, Tuscany, factory killed seven garment workers, Judge Silvia Isidori issued a guilty verdict.
— Jan 14, 2015
Fast Retailing Checking Chinese Suppliers
The company is monitoring conditions at two of its Uniqlo suppliers in response to allegations that two factories pose occupational health and safety risks.
— Jan 12, 2015
NYC Textile Week Comes Into Focus
The new concept is meant to establish New York as the destination for textile and sourcing professionals in the global fashion, home and related industries.
— Jan 6, 2015
Fiber Prices Seen Staying Low
The costs of yarns and fabrics made from major ingredients are at cyclical lows and show no signs of climbing anytime soon.
— Jan 5, 2015
ILO Calls on Global Buyers to Pay Cambodia's Factories More
The ILO said that the new minimum wage will mean that the salary an average worker takes home will increase from $183 to $217 a month.
— Jan 5, 2015
Australian Wool Network Acquires Hysport
Australia’s largest independent wool broker Australian Wool Network has acquired Victorian knitwear manufacturer Hysport.
— Jan 2, 2015
Nilit's Innergy Keeps It Cool
A nylon yarn containing a mineral that turns body heat into infrared light is showing promise for improving the athletic performance and comfort of its wearer.
— Dec 30, 2014
Fiber Price Sheet: 12/30/2014
The last Tuesday of every month, WWD publishes the current, month-ago and year-ago fiber prices.
— Dec 30, 2014
Made in Italy to Get Financial Backing
Many in the Italian fashion and textile sector were ringing their hands this month as another year drew to a close.
— Dec 30, 2014
Bangladesh Union Leaders Remain Wary
Industry has seen a surge toward unionization that has set in motion a series of upheavals.
— Dec 30, 2014
