Among the structural steel bars used in the construction of the State Audit Office building in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district, a sample from one supplier failed to meet the required standards (1). Thitipas Chotedechachainan, the Industry Minister’s aide, issued this statement following the collapse of a 30-story building during Friday afternoon’s earthquake, which caused numerous injuries, […]
The Delhi High Court has dismissed requests [1] from JSW Steel and Trafigura to clear shipments of low-ash metallurgical coke (met coke), a key raw material for steelmaking. The decision follows India’s recent policy of supporting domestic suppliers and imposing curbs on met coke imports. The policy, introduced in January, includes country-specific quotas and has […]
Hydefy is revolutionising material design with its fungi-based solutions, now offering a groundbreaking option for the fashion, automotive, and interior design industries. Developed with performance and innovation at its core, Hydefy’s premium material presents a durable, sleek alternative to traditional animal- and plastic-derived leather. Crafted to withstand daily use yet refined for a luxurious finish, […]
The future of British Steel hangs in the balance as unions and industry leaders urge the UK government to consider nationalisation [1] if a deal cannot be reached with its Chinese owners, the Jingye Group. The proposed closure of two blast furnaces at the Scunthorpe plant has sparked fears of significant job losses, with up […]
Fast fashion refers to a business model that emphasises the rapid production of inexpensive clothing that mirrors current fashion trends. This approach allows consumers to access trendy apparel at affordable prices, often resulting in garments being worn only a few times before disposal. While this model prioritises speed and cost efficiency, it often comes at […]
There have been discussions amongst the Union and State Governments for a comprehensive action plan to expand the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP). A member of the Union Ministry of Steel held a meeting with the Chief Minister (CM) N. Chandrababu, for delegating this initiative on Monday. The discussions mainly focused on the follow-up actions required […]
The Global Fashion Agenda has launched a new podcast series ‘Upstream Circularity podcast’ that explores the technological and institutional obstacles hindering the widespread implementation of textile recycling in the fashion sector, coinciding with increasing regulatory pressure in global markets. In three parts, the Upstream Circularity Podcast explores how the industry might turn textile waste into […]
