The GO TRACE News Thread #7
GO TRACE - More Traceability, for Responsible Fashion
Traceability rules, tips, events, networking, tools, laws, training and more, for the clothing industry.
Greetings and welcome to the seventh issue of the GO TRACE News Digest.
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Sapphire textile mills joins forces with sourcery
Sapphire Textile Mills, based in Pakistan, has partnered with Sourcery's Direct-to-Grower program to enhance transparency in their textile value chain. This collaboration underscores Sapphire's commitment to sustainable practices, responsible sourcing, and traceability in the textile industry. The partnership aims to revolutionize the sourcing of raw materials like cotton, building a more sustainable and traceable supply chain. The Direct-to-Grower program, which plans to expand to Brazil, Australia, and East Africa, will enable Sapphire to establish direct sourcing relationships with cotton growers, ensuring full visibility to the farm and promoting responsible practices.
Sgs gains ioas accreditation to extend textile exchange product certification services to india
SGS, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, has been accredited by the International Organic Accreditation Service (IOAS) to expand its Textile Exchange product certification services to India, enhancing traceability in the textile supply chain. The certification scheme includes standards such as the Content Claim Standard (CCS) and Recycled Claim Standard (RCS), which verify the precise recycled and organic content of products. This accreditation allows SGS to provide comprehensive certification services, ensuring traceability from various stages of the supply chain, from manufacturers to traders, recyclers, and brands across India. The move is expected to bolster sustainable sourcing goals and improve transparency in the textile industry.
How traceability became the latest eco-friendly buzzword in apparel
Traceability, the ability to track a product's production process from raw materials to finished product delivery, is becoming a significant trend in the apparel industry. Brands like Chloé, Tapestry, H&M Group, and Adidas are implementing traceability measures to enhance transparency in their supply chains. The European Union is also working on legislation that includes a "Digital Product Passport" for transparency on a product's sourcing and environmental sustainability. Brands are adopting different approaches to traceability, with some like knitwear brand Sheep Inc. even allowing customers to adopt and track a sheep in real-time. The main goal of traceability initiatives is to provide consumers with insight into the environmental and human rights impact of the supply chain, solidifying their eco-friendly claims. However, full transparency can have drawbacks, such as potential poaching of manufacturers by other brands and the high cost of setting up traceability technology. Despite these challenges, the trend towards traceability is expected to continue as consumers demand more environmentally friendly practices from retailers.
Traceable tees from Burkina Faso?
In the midst of conflict and instability, a ray of hope for the cotton industry from Burkina Faso: the first shipment of 100% locally made organic cotton t-shirts, the culmination of a project to link a local value chain that meets Swiss environmental standards.
FibreTrace and SGS Collaborate to Corroborate Fiber Claims
The article discusses the collaboration between FibreTrace, a traceability solution, and SGS, an inspection and certification firm, to develop a new "fiber integrity protocol". This protocol aims to enhance transparency and responsibility in the fashion industry by providing a comprehensive solution for tracking and verifying the integrity of fibers throughout the supply chain. The protocol includes physical product tagging, chain of custody assessments, and testing. It is designed to support verified, compliant supply chains and will be available in major fashion production hubs worldwide. FibreTrace offers two traceability solutions: FibreTrace Mapped, which provides a digital chain of custody via blockchain, and FibreTrace Verified, which adds a pigment to the raw fiber for authentication at subsequent production steps. SGS will assist brands in on-site scanning of marked fibers, conduct audits, and help suppliers record their compliance accurately in the FibreTrace system.
Transforming Textile Recycling: Avery Dennison And TEXAID Unveil Innovative Collaboration
Avery Dennison, a materials science and digital identification solutions company, has partnered with TEXAID, a European company specializing in the collection, sorting, repair, reselling, and recycling of used textiles. The collaboration aims to tackle the challenges of textile waste management in anticipation of upcoming regulatory changes in the EU. A significant part of this partnership is the integration of advanced technologies to enable traceability of garments through the sorting and recycling process. Digital identifiers, tracked via Avery Dennison’s atma.io connected product cloud platform, will assist TEXAID in processing apparel into appropriate resale or recycling streams. This technology-driven approach aims to enable textile recycling at scale, reduce processing time, drive down costs, and increase capacity.
Ahluwalia embeds digital IDs into clothing with help from EON and Microsoft
The article explains that the implementation of digital identifiers in Ahluwalia's Symphony collection is a significant step towards enhancing traceability in the fashion industry. By scanning QR codes on the labels, customers can access comprehensive information about the garments, including their origin, production process, materials used, and sustainability details. This level of transparency allows customers to make informed decisions about their purchases, promoting accountability in the fashion industry. Furthermore, these digital IDs, powered by EON’s Product Cloud platform on Microsoft Azure, facilitate the sharing of the garments' stories from one owner to the next, enabling instant resale and contributing to a circular fashion economy. This innovative approach demonstrates how technology can be leveraged to promote traceability and sustainability in the fashion industry
‘Enhancing circularity & sustainability’ project to promote sustainable practices in textile sector
The Indian Government and the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) have launched a project called 'Enhancing Circularity and Sustainability' to promote sustainable practices in the textile sector. The project includes 20 approved strategic research projects, three of which focus on textile waste recycling. The Apparel Export Promotion Council has also launched a drive on sustainability and circularity to boost the competitiveness of garment exports. The government is assisting Indian garment manufacturers in achieving their circularity goals by addressing various areas, including textile waste and traceability in the textile supply chain. The project aims to minimize the environmental impacts of Indian textiles and promote circular production practices.
Recykal’s ‘Circularity Marketplace: Sourcing sustainable packaging materials made easy
Recykal has launched the 'Circularity Marketplace', a platform designed to connect buyers with suppliers of ethically sourced, recycled materials. This platform is particularly beneficial for brands in various industries, including textiles and garments, seeking to source high-quality post-consumer recycled materials. The marketplace ensures traceability and transparency in transactions, allowing brands to source raw materials at scale without compromising on quality and compliance. The materials available include various types of recycled resins, paper, and metal, sourced from seven different types of waste. By offering a centralized platform with complete transparency and traceability, Recykal aims to drive the adoption of circular practices and promote eco-friendly alternatives across various industries.
Soundbites from bluezone: Spanish cotton, eu legislation and regenerative farming
The article discusses various initiatives in the denim industry aimed at promoting sustainability and traceability. One key initiative is by Tejidos Royo, a Spanish mill, which has started using traceable GMO-free cotton from Spain for part of its denim production. The cotton is grown under strict regulations and limited water irrigation due to droughts. Tracer fibers from Tailorlux, a German marking solutions company, are added to the cotton bales to ensure traceability and originality of the fabric throughout the supply chain. Barcelona-based software producer Retexcycle creates a digital twin of the materials, allowing brands and retailers to visualize their entire value chain map from the origin of raw materials to the finished product. The article also mentions upcoming EU legislation on corporate sustainability due diligence, which will increase demands for full supply chain visibility and traceability. Lastly, it highlights Bossa's new regenerative cotton farming project in Turkey, which aims to test different farming methods and their impact on the environment.
SABIC, Cicularise team up on carbon footprint project
SABIC and blockchain specialist Circularise have initiated a pilot study to trace the carbon footprint of raw materials in the supply chain. The project aims to tackle the challenge of calculating indirect emissions (Scope 3) across the supply chain, a significant issue for companies aiming to meet carbon reduction pledges and environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) reporting standards. The use of blockchain technology ensures the process is transparent and accountable.
From Japan to Asia Pacific: The GrowHub Launches Revolutionary SaaS Traceability Platform
The GrowHub Innovations Company, a Singapore-based tech firm, has launched a Software as a Service (SaaS) traceability platform across the Asia Pacific region. This platform is set to revolutionize supply chain management by ensuring transparency, efficiency, and sustainability. It leverages advanced technology to provide real-time insights into supply chain processes, fostering trust among consumers and stakeholders. The GrowHub is also seeking to collaborate with hardware and software providers to integrate complementary technologies into its traceability platform, enhancing its capabilities further. This initiative is part of a broader roadshow that includes Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, and North Asia.
AGI DENIM invests in new apparel categories
AGI Denim, a B Corp based in Karachi, Pakistan, has announced a $30 million investment in a new LEED Platinum-certified Apparel Park. This facility, equipped with responsible manufacturing technologies, will expand AGI's production capabilities, including new apparel categories. The company plans to integrate an automated sewing hanger system and automatic sewing machines for energy-efficient manufacturing. Importantly, each garment will be barcoded for product-level traceability, ensuring a smooth transition between each step of the manufacturing process. The Apparel Park is expected to be fully operational by Q3 2024.
UK needs to significantly reduce textiles going to waste says policy paper
The UK government's recent policy paper, 'Maximising Resources, Minimising Waste,' emphasizes the need to significantly reduce textiles going to residual waste to meet waste targets and Net Zero commitments. The fashion and textiles industry, which accounts for 4% to 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, faces challenges in maintaining transparency and traceability due to extensive and often opaque international supply chains. The paper suggests increasing domestic sorting and reprocessing of textiles not suitable for reuse to meet the growing demand for recycled content. However, it notes that economies of scale for textiles recycling do not currently exist. The government encourages more companies to provide circular products and services, helping consumers access better value.
Picking the Right Apparel Technology to Take Business to the Next Level
The article discusses the importance of choosing the right technology for apparel businesses to take their operations to the next level. It highlights that the needs of a designer and a retailer can be vastly different, and hence, the choice of technology must be made carefully. The article features insights from various industry experts who emphasize the role of AI, data analytics, 3D technology, and digital tools in revolutionizing the fashion and apparel industry. They suggest that these technologies can help in areas like demand forecasting, supply chain optimization, customer experience enhancement, trend analysis, and sustainability. The experts also highlight the importance of adopting technologies that provide full transparency into the manufacturing process, which is becoming increasingly crucial due to consumer and legislative demands around sustainability requirements.
Intex seeking to increase local apparel sector’s brand visibility and market presence
The International Textile Sourcing Show, Intex, is set to take place in Sri Lanka from August 9-11, aiming to boost the local apparel sector's brand visibility and market presence. The event will present exhibitors from the entire textile value chain, including yarns, fabrics, accessories, denims, dyes, and ancillary support systems. The India Pavilion at Intex Sri Lanka will bring over 70 companies from India to meet the raw material demands of the Sri Lankan apparel industry. The event will also feature the Interactive Business Forum (IBF) Seminar Series, discussing topics such as market trends, sustainability, digital transformation, supply chain management, and traceability, providing valuable insights for navigating the evolving textile landscape.
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