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rPET in focus — GRS certification, fiber-to-fiber traceability, and circular textile economy updates.
The global polyester fiber market is projected to hit $139.5 billion by 2034. But the real story is China's capacity glut, shrinking margins, and the shift to recycled and differentiated fibers. This article breaks down the growth drivers, regional dynamics, and the risks that analysts often miss.
Zippers, buttons, labels, and other trims are the hidden obstacle to closing the fashion loop. This article unpacks why most recycling systems fail at the trim level, how China's 23.3 million tons of textile waste vs. only 5.5 million tons recycled exposes the gap, and what the EU Digital Product Passport means for trim design. Practical takeaways for brands, suppliers, and recyclers.
In 2025, 'T2T' (textile-to-textile) recycling became the buzzword, and brands like Nike, PUMA, and Allbirds signed massive offtake agreements. But how many of these deals actually move beyond press releases? This article dissects the numbers: Nike’s Grind program has diverted over 147 million pounds of waste; China’s Zhejiang Jiren cracked the 10,000-ton chemical recycling line; lululemon locked in a 10-year enzyme-recycling contract. Yet technical bottlenecks, cost gaps, and verification hurdles remain. We map the real path from pilot to scale.
The UAE is positioning itself as a global hub for textile-to-textile recycling, backed by policy, capital, and its unique trade geography. This article unpacks how the national circular textile initiative is reshaping supply chains for exporters, brands, and recyclers. From Dubai's $24 billion textile sector to the rise of long-term offtake contracts and EPR pressure from Europe, learn why the Middle East is becoming an essential node in the circular fashion economy.
