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No Sweat teams up with TTCU N
o Sweat has teamed up with the TTCU (Tamil Nadu Textile and Common Labour Union) to produce UNION-MADE T shirts. The partnership was secured after the TTCU appeared on The No Sweat podcast with Andrew O’Neill to discuss the Justice for Jeyasre campaign and The Dindigul Agreement to eliminate gender-based violence and harassment.
During a conversation with the
TTCU and their NGO partner, the Asia Floor Wage Alliance (AFWA), No Sweat explained the objective behind the No Sweat T shirt project and its goal of building union solidarity. From this conversation, the TTCU had invited No Sweat to source from Natchi Apparel because of the changes they had created in the factory.
General secretary at the TTCU, Jeeva Murugesan, said: “We are very happy to collaborate with No Sweat. Their program of sourcing T shirts from factories with
unionised workers promotes decent work in garment factories, which are otherwise known for exploitative conditions.
“Such purchasing practices are important, as it sends out a strong message to local suppliers that working with trade unions is good for their business.
“If fashion brands must truly enable freedom of association, they must learn from the purchasing model of No Sweat.”
Epson’s digital textile printing technology showcased by Japanese fashion brand at Haute Couture week
A
t Haute Couture week in the Palais de Tokyo on June 26, Japanese fashion brand YUIMA NAKAZATO unveiled its latest collection, utilising Epson’s range of pigment inks. The designs were printed on a blended fabric composed of 70% cotton and 30% Spiber’s Brewed Protein fibre. This approach combined cutting-edge technology with more sustainable practices, setting a new benchmark for responsible textile production. Traditionally, printing on blended fabrics requires different types of dye inks, limiting the ability to achieve desired patterns and designs. However, Epson’s Monna Lisa digital
prints on various fabric types. Pigment ink is particularly well-suited for printing on Brewed Protein material. Unlike dye inks, pigment inks are versatile and can be used on various fabric types, whether mono or blended.
Designs were printed on a blended fabric made of 70% cotton and 30% Spiber’s Brewed Protein fibre
textile printing technology combined with pigment inks overcomes these limitations, enabling high-resolution
Furthermore, pigment ink printing supports the environmental narrative of Brewed Protein fibre, aligning with the growing demand for more sustainable materials. In addition to printing on Brewed Protein materials, the designer, Yuima Nakazato, displayed a new collection of garments created using Epson’s Dry Fiber Technology and printed with pigment inks by Epson’s Monna Lisa digital textile printer ML-13000.
Geiger announces first acquisition in Germany G
eiger acquired its first branded merchandise and apparel distributor based in Senden,
Germany, on July 11.
The integration process will begin immediately, with the newly acquired
WER rebranding to WER, a Geiger Company.
Geiger announced the acquisition of WER | 14 | August 2024
The move acts as part of the company’s ongoing international growth strategy, strengthening its presence in Europe. Vicky Kinasz, vice president and MD of Geiger International, said: “We are thrilled to welcome WER to the Geiger family. This acquisition further expands our international presence and enhances our capabilities in key markets. “The synergy between our organisations will create new opportunities for innovation and growth, further benefiting our many international clients.” All employees have been retained by
Geiger, including Marc Strickrodt, CFO, and Mirco Häßlich, director, along with Alex Heinecke, CEO of WER, who will continue to lead the division under the new ownership.
Jo-an Lantz, president and CEO of Geiger, added: “Geiger is continuing our strategic path forward in servicing Global clients. WER culture, commitment to the highest service, quality, and ESG standards exceeded our expectations. By leveraging the strengths and resources of both organisations, we will deliver even greater value and innovative solutions to the market.
“One thing is for certain, Geiger is global. Now more than ever.”
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