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News & Analysis

Amazon Ordered to Close Canadian Facility on Covid-19 Outbreak

Amazon.com Inc. has been ordered to close a facility outside Toronto for two weeks as public health officials worry about rising Covid-19 cases inside the complex.

News & Analysis

Amazon Ordered to Close Canadian Facility on Covid-19 Outbreak

Amazon.com Inc. has been ordered to close a facility outside Toronto for two weeks as public health officials worry about rising Covid-19 cases inside the complex.


Global Markets

Vietnam’s Textile and Apparel Industries Pivot to Sportswear

As a pandemic-era focus on producing personal protective equipment (PPE) begins to wind down in the face of worldwide Covid-19 vaccine rollouts, Vietnam’s National Textile and Garment Group (Vinatex) says its members are looking to capitalise on new areas for growth.

Global Markets

Vietnam’s Textile and Apparel Industries Pivot to Sportswear

As a pandemic-era focus on producing personal protective equipment (PPE) begins to wind down in the face of worldwide Covid-19 vaccine rollouts, Vietnam’s National Textile and Garment Group (Vinatex) says its members are looking to capitalise on new areas for growth.


Sustainability

Workers at H&M India Supplier Allege Widespread Sexual Abuse

Dozens of women employed by Natchi Apparels have complained to the Tamil Nadu Textile and Common Labour Union (TTCU) of sexual harassment, assault and verbal abuse by supervisors at the factory, according to a report by The Guardian.

Sustainability

Workers at H&M India Supplier Allege Widespread Sexual Abuse

Dozens of women employed by Natchi Apparels have complained to the Tamil Nadu Textile and Common Labour Union (TTCU) of sexual harassment, assault and verbal abuse by supervisors at the factory, according to a report by The Guardian.


Retail

The Obstacle Standing Between Retailers and Recovery

This week, everyone will be talking about widespread transport delays, the tail end of Paris Fashion Week and Adidas earnings.

Retail

The Obstacle Standing Between Retailers and Recovery

This week, everyone will be talking about widespread transport delays, the tail end of Paris Fashion Week and Adidas earnings.


Global Markets

Global Cargo Traffic Jam Could Last Into 2022, Freight CEO Warns

A cargo traffic jam on the world’s roads, seas and air corridors could easily continue into next year, continuing to increase shipping costs,

Global Markets

Global Cargo Traffic Jam Could Last Into 2022, Freight CEO Warns

A cargo traffic jam on the world’s roads, seas and air corridors could easily continue into next year, continuing to increase shipping costs,


Retail

Gap Will Open New $140 Million Distribution Centre

The retailer will begin building this spring a 850,000-square-foot “customer experience” centre in Longview, Texas.

Retail

Gap Will Open New $140 Million Distribution Centre

The retailer will begin building this spring a 850,000-square-foot “customer experience” centre in Longview, Texas.


Global Markets

Inditex Works to Boost India’s Organic Cotton Industry

Zara’s parent company, Inditex, has joined forces with Asia-based bank, DBS, to supply finance to more than 2,000 Indian organic cotton farmers in the fashion retail giant’s supply chain.

Global Markets

Inditex Works to Boost India’s Organic Cotton Industry

Zara’s parent company, Inditex, has joined forces with Asia-based bank, DBS, to supply finance to more than 2,000 Indian organic cotton farmers in the fashion retail giant’s supply chain.


Sustainability

In Fashion’s Global Supply Chain, a Ruthless Race to the Bottom

A year into the coronavirus crisis, the garment industry and its millions of workers are suffering as they slash prices to stay competitive.

Sustainability

In Fashion’s Global Supply Chain, a Ruthless Race to the Bottom

A year into the coronavirus crisis, the garment industry and its millions of workers are suffering as they slash prices to stay competitive.


News & Analysis

Amazon Sues New York Attorney General Over Covid Protocol

The Seattle-based company seeks a court order that would prevent the New York AG from seeking to regulate Amazon’s actions in response to coronavirus, as well as claims of retaliation by workers who protest working conditions.

News & Analysis

Amazon Sues New York Attorney General Over Covid Protocol

The Seattle-based company seeks a court order that would prevent the New York AG from seeking to regulate Amazon’s actions in response to coronavirus, as well as claims of retaliation by workers who protest working conditions.


Retail

Boohoo Tells Leicester Suppliers to Cut Ties With Subcontractors

The ultra-fast fashion brand has given its suppliers based in the British city until March 5 to “bring all finished goods manufacturing in-house,” according to a report by the BBC, leaving some facilities concerned about the cost of meeting these demands within a month and the loss of work for subcontractors that typically make up part of the supply chain.

Retail

Boohoo Tells Leicester Suppliers to Cut Ties With Subcontractors

The ultra-fast fashion brand has given its suppliers based in the British city until March 5 to “bring all finished goods manufacturing in-house,” according to a report by the BBC, leaving some facilities concerned about the cost of meeting these demands within a month and the loss of work for subcontractors that typically make up part of the supply chain.


Retail

For Brands, Is Resale Actually Worth It?

The secondhand market is booming, and a growing number of labels are piling in. But selling pre-worn trousers and handbags online — and turning a profit — is challenging.

Retail

For Brands, Is Resale Actually Worth It?

The secondhand market is booming, and a growing number of labels are piling in. But selling pre-worn trousers and handbags online — and turning a profit — is challenging.


News & Analysis

Amazon Bid to Delay Union Vote Rejected

Last month the e-commerce giant had asked the regulator to halt the vote to give officials time to reconsider the company’s proposal to conduct the election in person at the warehouse.

News & Analysis

Amazon Bid to Delay Union Vote Rejected

Last month the e-commerce giant had asked the regulator to halt the vote to give officials time to reconsider the company’s proposal to conduct the election in person at the warehouse.