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March 2013

28 March 2013
US PolyOne unveils inks tailored to activewear
GB New zip and thread products for the sportswear industry
IN India: Sports goods industry seeks withdrawal of excise duty
BE Cross-sector research vital for European textile industry
US Brookes Brothers chooses technology by TEXbase
27 March 2013
CN Sinopec signs $3bn deal despite fall in profits
FR Lectra says ‘overhauled’ programme will encourage collaboration
GB Huntsman and Lenzing to discuss fabrics of the future
IT Vibram provides exclusive new sole for Asolo project
CN No shortcuts for Nike in China
26 March 2013
US Cold weather inspires outdoor sales growth
PE Peruvian rubber farmers on board for footwear start-up
US Invista boosts flame-resistant apparel offering
DE Hohenstein hosts compression gear webinar
NL Supply chain initiative focuses on women’s health
25 March 2013
AU Australia: Cotton industry to fight electricity price hike
US Huntsman launches fluorine-free rain and stain management products
CN Belle adds 2,600 outlets in 2012
US New Polarmax baselayer collection puts the focus on comfort
FR Puma parent group unveils new name
22 March 2013
CH Clariant promotes water-saving efforts in textile manufacturing
AT Tencel sales drive Lenzing’s second-best annual results
FR Le Coq Sportif launches special cycling range
US Nike says ‘relentless innovation’ behind rising revenues
DE Ortovox establishes partnership with Woolmark
21 March 2013
US Woolrich wants its old clothes back
KH Cambodia: Textile workers say wage rise not sufficient
CA Lululemon revenues rise 37% in 2012
FR French firm develops electromagnetic wave-blocking material
SG Environmental award for Huntsman’s flagship dye
20 March 2013
US Cut-resistant hockey sock available for consumer purchase
US New sports bra announced
TW Lululemon supplier says recalled pants were made to specs
DE Sympatex increases focus on Europe with sales appointment
CN 1,300 exhibitors gear up for Chinese fabric fair
19 March 2013
CA Lululemon recalls 17% of women's pants
NL Socks and underwear to be produced from recycled fishing nets
DE Red Dot success for Vaude backpack
CH Nike sets up groundbreaking partnership with bluesign
US New Balance chooses Gore-Tex for ‘barefoot-friendly’ shoe
18 March 2013
NL Reflective Night Eye technology in new jacket
CN Volume down 30% at China’s biggest cotton yarn producer
IT Piave Maitex develops high-opacity fabric for sportswear
US Pertex chosen for Black Diamond’s latest line
DE BASF re-shapes its textile business
15 March 2013
US Zumiez reports record year as sales surge 20%
CN Innovation ‘key’ to boosting Chinese textile trade
GB Clothing brand makes buttons from recycled nut shells for new shirt
DE Oeko-Tex to present Sustainability Award
US Government needs to be aligned with industry, says US apparel association
14 March 2013
SE Swedish golf brand puts sales teams in place ahead of Ryder Cup 2014
NO New trail-running shoe for this summer from Helly Hansen
US New Balance joins 3D printing brigade with customised spikes
GB Outdoor Industries Association revamps board
LK Nike supplier picks up women’s empowerment award
13 March 2013
FI Amer Sports appoints new US outdoor brand manager
KR Korean children’s clothing brand to expand into outdoor gear
US PolyOne appoints former Dow veteran as vice-president
PL Climashield charts new waters with diving suit collaboration
FR French textile firms to benefit from tax breaks
12 March 2013
CN Adidas stores in China will be “full price”
GB Lectra and Pantone to offer breakfast briefing
CN Peak seeks power over contract manufacturers
NL European Outdoor Group adds footwear veteran to the board
US Outdoor Retailer changes priorities in housing strategy
11 March 2013
PK Pakistan: looms shut down in protest
SV AEC appoints specialist to manager El Salvador factory
GB Functional fabrics conference calls for papers
IN Banana fabric used for breathable shoe
US Dick's Sporting Goods sales up 12%
08 March 2013
DE Adidas optimistic despite €265m Reebok writedown
FR Innovative surfboard takes a new twist on flax
US Call for speakers at Outdoor University
US Swimwear range uses body mapping techniques
KG Apparel industry making important MDG contribution in Kyrgyzstan
07 March 2013
AT Ski Austria keeps it local with special scarves and hats
GB Chatham Marine signs up to sponsor famous regatta
DE Puma incorporates Celliant in Usain Bolt-inspired line
CN 361 Degrees sees profit fall 37%
US SnowSports Industries says sales improving in the US
JM Puma incorporates Celliant in Usain Bolt-inspired line
06 March 2013
AU Skins hires general manager of North America
US US cotton production to drop 26%
US Former New Balance executive to build sports business for X-Static
DK Ecco marketing manager returns to pro golf
US AATCC honours textile chemist
05 March 2013
CN BASF’s China JV to boost supply to spandex producers
US Cordura fabrics awarded certificates of excellence
DE Olympics secrets to be on show at Texprocess
CH Swiss sports brand works with Bentley on $10,000 skis
US Quiksilver makes senior appointments
04 March 2013
DE BASF technology behind new adidas ‘energy’ shoe
CN China: Nike to clear inventory through raft of new factory stores
CA Crailar chooses new chief financial officer
CN Weak start to 2013 for struggling Chinese sports brands
CN ISPO’s Chinese edition signals strength in growing market
01 March 2013
US Nike commits $50 to children’s sports project
CN Cambrelle manufacturer doubles capacity in China
NL Over-reliance on US defence spending hurts TenCate
NZ Nuyarn acquisition will mean “a raft of new fabrics” for TMC
US US gymnasts to be clothed by Under Armour

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