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Work overalls for children with a GPS tracker in case they get lost? A small waxed shirt that defies pesticides? Trousers with knee pads for undisturbed crawling? What at first glance may sound like a good idea for active children.

Illegal child labour inspires workwear collection
Children's Villages wanted to address this problem in an impactful way and developed a small collection of workwear for children under the motto "clothes that shouldn't exist, for conditions that can't be allowed": “It is robust enough to withstand the toughest working conditions in the world,” explains a press release.

Local advocacy efforts. So that they can have a secure upbringing, education and a brighter future,” adds Cassinger.

showroom strategically located near premium children's fashion stores where fashion-conscious parents stroll past with their toddlers every day.
 

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Ensuring a conducive work environment is pivotal for enhancing worker efficiency and productivity, as well as advancing industrial output, a sentiment echoed by the experts urging increased investment in fostering such conditions.

These insights emerged during a recent discussion commemorating the National Occupational Health and Safety Day-2024, jointly organised by the Ministry of Labour and Employment and the Directorate of Inspection of Factories and Institutions in Dhaka.

Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Bangladesh national parliament speaker Dr. Shireen Sharmin Chowdhury underscored the pivotal role workers play in propelling the nation’s economy forward even as she stressed the imperative of fostering workplaces conducive to their well-being.Syed Nazrul Islam, acting president of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), reiterated the sector’s commitment to workplace safety and workers’ health, essential for global compliance and achieving export targets.

Mansur Ahmed, senior vice-president of the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA), highlighted the RMG sector’s role in unemployment reduction and women’s empowerment, emphasising collaborative efforts with international organisations for workplace safety.

Another speaker stressed the cost reduction potential through reduced workplace accidents and improved worker health, highlighting collaborative efforts between labour leaders and owners to ensure decent workplaces.
 

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With 1,700 exhibitors from 53 countries, Techtextil and Texprocess 2024 are underscoring their pioneering significance for the global industry. At the opening event, the leading international trade fairs focused on the highly relevant subject of AI and thus generated future-oriented impulses. AI offers new opportunities along the entire value chain – from production and processing to recycling. In the panel talk, experts explained how AI is energising the textile industry.

Artificial intelligence in the textile industry

Identifying new approaches, utilising potential and improving existing processes – AI represents a great opportunity for progress in the textile industry. Those who engage with the new developments today are well positioned for the future. The advantages of AI solutions are evident: greater efficiency, competitiveness, transparency and sustainability. However, making the most of AI calls for expertise, investment and the suitable technologies. The panel talk looked at how AI can be used to best effect in the textile industry from a variety of perspectives.

Techtextil and Texprocess 2024: Innovations and networking on subjects of major significance for the future of the industry

Innovative materials and disruptive technologies – Techtextil and Texprocess present the most comprehensive spectrum of technical textiles, functional apparel textiles, nonwovens, production and processing technologies at the same time and place. In twelve areas of application, the unique innovative strength offered by textile solutions for a wide range of sectors is reflected – from construction to medicine. As an international meeting place for the industry, the programme of events at Techtextil and Texprocess generates a host of important impulses.
 

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INTERFILIERE SHANGHAI new launched a roadshow special event on 11th April 2024. This event attracted more than 25 international and local media, and key players from intimate apparel fashion industry.

INTERFILIERE SHANGHAI is an international leading fashion show with 20 years of experience in Asia market. With the increasing exporting needs of Asian companies and the rapid development of Vietnam’s garment and textile industry, we believe it would be a great opportunity to seek new business opportunities and collaborations.

The main speaker of this event Ms. Yvette Hu, Managing Director of Eurovet Asia, shared the insights into the latest global intimate apparel fashion trends, potential business opportunities in global body fashion industry, especially in Southeast Asia, and the highlights of INTERFILIERE SHANGHAI 2024.

About INTERFILIERE SHANGHAI 2024

Organized by Comexposium (Shanghai) Co., Ltd, one of the world's leading event organizers, INTERFILIERE SHANGHAI is an international leading body fashion show with 20 years of experience in global intimate apparel industry. With official Partner, LA FÉDÉRATION DE LA MAILLE & DE LA LINGERIE and leading trend offices such as CONCEPTS PARIS, LA FEDERATION, etc., INTERFILIERE SHANGHAI 2024 creates the latest global body fashion trends, inspirations, business opportunities and resources for global body fashion industry. This year, INTERFILIERE SHANGHAI will celebrate its 20th anniversary on 15-16 October in Shanghai with several events including trend forums, conferences, 20th anniversary celebrations, and international awards’ ceremonies, etc.
 

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Established in 2008, ITMA ASIA + CITME is the leading textile machinery exhibition that combines the strengths of the world-renowned ITMA brand and CITME—one of China's most important textile events. The 9th combined exhibition, ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024, will be held from October 14 to 18, 2024 at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre in Shanghai.

The 2024 edition of ITMA ASIA + CITME will showcase a wide range of solutions for automation and sustainable production that will enable innovation among businesses and individuals.

Industry buyers are expected to seek out advanced manufacturing technologies and glean first-hand insights on the latest textile and garment trends at ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024.

Jointly owned by CEMATEX and China Textile Machinery Association, and held in partnership with the Japan Textile Machinery Association, the biennial ITMA ASIA + CITME exhibition also receives strong endorsement from the Korea Textile Machinery Association, Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry and other major international and regional industry associations.

“With a stellar track record, ITMA ASIA + CITME 2024 will continue to serve as the leading-edge business platform in Asia for textile machinery manufacturers to extend their reach into the thriving market and to build quality connections with buyers exploring advanced manufacturing technologies,” the organisers said on the website.