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Is Latin America becoming the go-to region for nearshoring apparel sourcing?
2+ hour, 30+ min ago (72+ words) Just Style Stay ahead with unbiased news, expert commentary, and in-depth features on global topics. As a trusted provider of data and insights, Just Style collaborates closely with industry leaders and professionals to offer unique thought leadership and analysis. Gain…...
The Procurement Imperative: A view from the C-suite in 2026
20+ min ago (414+ words) On June 1, Economist Impact will become Economist Enterprise. Learn more here. In 2026 procurement remains central to business decision-making, but the function is at a crossroads. Procurement teams are being asked to do more: cut costs, manage disruption and drive digital…...
Synthetic yarn up 45%, cotton up 20%: How the US-Iran conflict is splitting India's knitwear industry
43+ min ago (517+ words) As the US-Iran conflict pushes up crude-linked costs across global supply chains, polyester-focused apparel makers are coming under sharper pressure than traditional cotton manufacturers, according to Techno Sport chief executive officer Pushpen Maity. "Man-made fibres (MMF) are actually more impacted…...
Bodytech Med announced on the 18th that it has received domestic manufacturing permission for C-pept. . - MK
1+ hour, 51+ min ago (169+ words) Bodytech Med announced on the 18th that it has received domestic manufacturing permission for C-peptide test products from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety. It is a test product based on the Body Tech Med field diagnosis platform "AFIAS" and…...
Conrad Shipyard Awarded $122 Million Navy Contract Modification for Four Additional YRBM Vessels
2+ hour, 31+ min ago (536+ words) Dredge Wire It's on us. Share your news here. Conrad Shipyard Awarded $122 Million Navy Contract Modification for Four Additional YRBM Vessels On Friday, May 15, Dare County released the scheduled start dates for the upcoming beach nourishment projects in Avon and…...
Aerospace industry advocates argue for 'coast to coast' supply chain as Ottawa finalizes review of $27-billion fighter jet purchase
5+ hour, 36+ min ago (23+ words) Meanwhile, a decision on the submarine procurement is expected this summer, with advocates for both bidders ramping up lobbying efforts with government officials....
Much-loved York city centre business closes after almost four decades
1+ hour, 14+ min ago (323+ words) A YORK city centre business which has been open for almost 40 years has closed its doors. Lakeland Leather, at 2 Stonegate, has closed its doors after close to four decades in York. This follows reports in The Press last month that…...
Rising costs push Sri Lankan apparel SMEs to the edge
7+ hour, 58+ min ago (309+ words) According to some estimates, the country's apparel exports reportedly dropped around 8 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period last year, exposing growing pressure on one of Sri Lanka's most critical export sectors. For smaller players…...
State report: Lakewood, not funding formula, for district's money woes
8+ hour, 2+ min ago (13+ words) New Jersey Herald...
Garment exporters warn: SL at risk of losing apparel orders
10+ hour, 36+ min ago (268+ words) 18 May 2026 | BY Dhanushka Dharmapriya The Sri Lanka Chamber of Garment Exporters (SLCGE) warned that Sri Lanka is gradually losing market share to more competitive countries such as Vietnam, Bangladesh, and India, stating that rising fuel prices and electricity tariff hikes…...