Textiles
Group Seeks Ban on Uzbekistan Cotton Imports
The International Labor Rights Forum filed a formal complaint on Wednesday with U.S. Customs and Border Protection because of the country’s use of forced labor.
— May 15, 2013
'Miracle' in Bangladesh as Survivor Rescued
Reshma Begum, one of the garment workers in Savar, Bangladesh, who was trapped in the debris of an eight-story building for 17 days, was found alive Friday.
— May 10, 2013
Making Green The New Black: Eco-Friendly is Good For Consumers, Industry
Corporate social responsibility is not about minding one's manners on Facebook and Twitter, but about embracing sustainability models.
— May 9, 2013
Woolmark Prize Selects 49 Nominees
The emerging designers from five regions have a chance to win big in 2014.
— May 8, 2013
VF's Sourcing Gets Even More Global
The company is banking on deeper diversification into other Asian countries and the Western Hemisphere.
— May 7, 2013
More Firms Say Yes to GOTS Cotton
Strong growth seen on facilities certified to the Global Organic Textile Standard in 2012.
— May 6, 2013
