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chairman’s word We have been following up the circular issued by the
banks. Details of funds released to the banks are also
Indian Banks Association on 9th May 2008 recommending a moratorium of one year on repayment of term loans taken
available on the Site. CITI has requested the Textile Commissioner to call a meeting of the Technical Advisory
by the textiles and clothing industry. I have met the Deputy Managing Director of State Bank of India along with our
Cum Monitoring Committee of TUFS to review the operation of the modified Scheme and see what changes or
Deputy Chairman, Shri R.K. Dalmia and requested him to
improvements are possible. The meeting is expected shortly.
place the circular before their Board for early implementation of the IBA decision. SBI has agreed to expedite the process.
I would request the industry to send us any suggestions that they have in this regard.
We have also written to many other banks and are in the process of meeting some of the major ones.
CITI hosted a dinner in honour of Shri Santosh Bagrodia, who has recently been appointed as Minister of State for Coal
Our suggestions to government for some urgent measures to curtail the ever increasing cotton prices have not yet been
in the Union Government. The function was well attended by textile industrialists and representatives from the other related
implemented. In its meeting held on 17th May 2008, the
industries and trade. While thanking him for the immense
Cotton Advisory Board has raised its estimate on exports this year to 85 lakh bales from the level of 58 lakh bales
help we have received from him as Chairman of the Department Related Parliamentary Standing Committee on
achieved during last year. Actual exports may even breach the revised estimates, according to trade sources. It is obvious
Industry, we also stressed the need for Shri Bagrodia's help in managing our energy problems. He has assured us of his
that cotton situation will remain critical, unless something is
continued support and stated that any coal shortage for the
done by the government to arrest local prices without any further delay. Considering the seriousness of the situation,
industry would be sorted out within a period of six months.
we are pursuing the matter with various Ministries in the Central Government and I hope something gets done before
have scheduled a Seminar in Mumbai for 25th September 2008 on 'Strategising Textile Business: Agenda for
things go out of hand. We ha ve been following up the issue of dela y in
Stakeholders'. We expect some of the senior luminaries from our industry to address the Seminar, in addition to other
disbursement of TUFS funds with the Ministry of Textiles and
experts and input suppliers. We will also use the opportunity
the Ministry of Finance. By now, the entire Budget allocation of Rs.1090 crore for the current financial year has been
to honour some of our Past Chairmen who could not attend the Golden Jubilee function that we had organized in New
released by the Ministry to the nodal agencies and banks. The amount has been exhausted by claims relating to the
Delhi in March 2008. I would request for active participation from the textile and allied industries in the event, details of
period upto September 2007. For further releases, fresh
which are being sent to all of you.
Budget allocation will be necessary. The Ministry of Textiles is seeking fresh funds for the Scheme and we hope these
been concentrating on Maharashtra for a few years now,
will be made available at the earliest. Meanwhile, the office of the Textile Commissioner had called a meeting of v arious
basically because of the distress situation prevailing in the cotton farming sector in the State. The situation in
banks operating TUFS on 27th May 2008 and briefed them
Maharashtra has now improved considerably in terms of production, productivity and quality. While we have to continue
on the need for proper reporting and speedy disposal of TUFS claims.
As part of the Golden Jubilee Celebrations of CITI, we
The cotton development activities of CITI-CDRA have
our activities in Maharashtra, we also need to pay more
In this context, I must place on record the appreciation of the T&C industry for the positive role being played by the
attention to Rajasthan because of the key role it plays in short staple cotton, which is fast developing into a problem
Textile Commissioner and his office, in sorting out TUFS related problems. Total transparency has been introduced in
slot. CITI-CDRA is planning its future programmes accordingly and we hope to give you the details shortly.
the procedures and the industry can now verify from the website of the Textile Commissioner whether and when the claims of individual units have been filed by the concerned
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editorial Survival Versus Sustainable Growth The problems arising from increase in raw material prices are only worsening, especially in the case of the spinning industry. During the last one year, cotton prices have increased by about 30 percent on an average. Prices of man made fibres are also bound to rise with the present petroleum prices and the possibility of spinners shifting away from cotton. However, yarn prices have not increased at all in some counts and have increased marginally in the others. This has led to a serious crisis in our spinning industry eroding the profitability and even viability of many units across the country. The demand for controlling cotton yarn prices raised by some segments of our industry and some state governments needs to be viewed in this context. With a long value chain, the finished product of one segment in our industry is the raw material for another segment, except in the case of home textiles and garments. In order to be effective, the issue of price rise has to be addressed at the fibre segment, which has a cascading effect on the entire downstream value chain. Presently, any increase in yarn prices is the result of a much sharper increase in the prices of fibres and therefore targeting the spinning industry for price control would amount to treating the symptoms rather than the disease. Meanwhile, there has been a perceptible improvement in our exports in recent months and if the present trend continues there are reasons to hope that most of the ground that we lost in exports during the last one year can be recouped in the coming months. As per the latest figures available from DGCI&S, our exports of T&C products grew by 9.33 percent in dollar terms during April-December 2007 compared to the same period of the previous year. And our exports of textiles and clothing to USA during January-March 2008 increased by 4.59 percent from those of the same period of last year, as per US figures. This is a reasonable increase when we view it in the back drop of a decline of USA's global imports of textile products during this period by 3.84 percent and imports from China by 5.39 percent. But here again, the position of yarn is not encouraging. As against an increase of 13.62 percent achieved by China during January-March this year in its yarn exports to USA, we registered a negative growth of 12.90 percent.
domestic market had caused some pessimism in our industry and many players even started doubting the relevance of Vision Targets and Plan Targets in this context. With internal measures of the industry to sharpen the competitive edge and more importantly with some of the remedial measures taken by government, it is now apparent that all is not lost. International developments are also becoming increasingly conducive for a turn around in our T&C exports. What we now need is to consolidate the present positive developments by sustained efforts on the part of both the industry and government. Any complacency at this stage will prove to be a serious dampener in the immediate future and can lead to long term losses. The hopes of a possible revival of our textiles and clothing exports are partly based on currency movements. After appreciating from a level of over Rs.45 a dollar to around Rs.38.50 a dollar within a year, rupee has now started weakening and is expected to breach the level of Rs.43 a dollar. Indications are that our currency is likely to remain weak during the rest of the current year. At the same time, the trend of currency appreciation seen in China during the last few months continues unabated. As of May this y ear, Chinese Yuan has appreciated by about 9 percent against US dollar, compared to the same period of last y ear. Vietnam, which was being assisted by a weakening currency, among other things, to take over much of the T&C business that China has been vacating in recent months, has also now started facing currency appreciation. In May 2008, Vietnam's Dong, which had been consistently depreciating during the last three years, strengthened by 1.21 percent, year on year. Thus, it does appear at present that China's pain is India's gain. But, currency movements and internal problems of competitors can at best have some ephemeral impact on our trade and help us to survive. For sustainable growth, we will need our own strength in raw materials, production efficiencies, cost control and marketing abilities. We are strong in raw materials, but are unable to properly leverage this strength for achieving cost competitiveness in the down stream value chain. And in the other areas listed above, we have a long way to go.
The abrupt down turn in our exports of textile products from late 2006 onwards and the resultant turmoil in the
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Technical Textiles Destination Next for India's Industry Though the country has a long tradition in textiles, or perhaps because of it, India's textile industry has been focusing on traditional skills and value added products using the wealth of craftsmanship available in the country. This approach has helped the country to develop a fairly large textile and clothing industry over the years. However, one of the casualties in the process has been the highly potential technical textiles segment. The share of technical textiles in the total production of textiles is one of the lowest in India, when compared with the other major textile producers of the world. Though there have been some
textiles field and the present trends
initiatives in this front from the industry in recent years, these are too meager when seen in the context of the vast
indicated that India would also be following this trend.
Considering the important role that technical textiles could play in the future
Explaining the initiatives that the government had taken for encouraging the technical textiles industry, Dr. J.N. Singh pointed out that some
growth of the country's textile economy, the third Asian Textiles Conference (Atexcon) organized by CITI in March
additional incentives had been incorporated particularly for technical textiles, under the Technology
2008 in New Delhi had a Business Session devoted to this topic. The Session was chaired b y Dr. J.N. Singh, Textile Commissioner of India.
Upgradation Fund Scheme. Over and above the interest compensation of 5 percent available under the Scheme,
untapped potential.
Opening Remarks of Dr. J.N.Singh In his opening remarks, Dr. J.N. Singh observed that though India was relatively a late starter in the case of technical textiles, this had already become one of the happening segments of our textile industry. "As India grows more and more economically at the GDP growth rate
a 10 percent capital subsidy had been incorporated specifically for technical textiles in the modified TUFS announced for the 11th Five Year Plan Period.He also referred to the proposal to establish an Export Promotion Council exclusively for technical textiles. The Textile Commissioner explained that the government had designated four textile research
of 8% to 8.5%, traditional textiles will slowly give way to more and more high value products. And technical textiles
associations as 'Centers of Excellence' and had given them sufficient funds so that they could develop as international
are amongst the most value added products in the textile industry", he said. Dr. Singh added that the developed
centers for testing and accreditation of technical textiles. He pointed out that so far technical textiles of India had to
countries of Europe and others like USA and Japan had graduated from traditional textiles to the technical
be sent to Hong Kong, Singapore, etc. for testing and accreditation. "That can be done in India within a year or two",
Dr. J N Singh, Textile Commissioner
he stated. Referring to the statement of the Prime Minister, while inaugurating CITI's Golden Jubilee Celebrations a day earlier, Dr. J .N. Singh stated that the PM had reiterated what he had said in the Tex Summit of 2007 that technical textiles would be one of the priority areas for government and a Technology Mission o n Technical Textiles would be launched shortly. Dr. Singh added that the Textiles Ministry had already initiated the proposal and it was under discussion with the Ministry of Finance and the Planning Commission. He stated that technical textiles and cotton would be among the focus points for the Textile Ministry in the coming months. Dr. J.N. Singh observed that there were limitations on measures that the government could take and it would be MAY-JUNE - 2008
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feature more than 200 products classified as technical textiles and their application areas are increasing day by da y, on account of technological innovations taking place in fibres, materials and p r o d u c t i o n p r o c e s s e s . Tho ug h t he technical textiles industry consumes
possible to achieve the potential of this
raw materials in the form of unspun fibres, yarn and fabrics, the major consumption is in
segment only if the industry comes forward with projects and implements them efficiently. He pointed out that
the form of fabric which constitutes 67 percent. Unspun fibres accounted for 24% of raw material used in this
anybody who invested in technical textiles in India at this stage would have to take some risk, as all pioneers
industry and the remaining 9% is contributed by yarns.
would need to do. "It is well known that this is a new field and the products are also new. The products have to get developed, have to get accepted by
predominantly on man made/inorganic fibres/yarns because of inherent advantages of their strength and
people". However, the potential of this segment in the country is also well known and this would therefore be the ideal time to grab the opportunities. He added that the incentives being provided by the government would go a long way in addressing the risks involved.
Technical textiles are based
the highly potential area of technical textiles. He hoped that the country's encouraging overall economic growth process would also facilitate adoption
These and many other applications of technical textiles would sustain strong demand for synthetic raw
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that non-woven fabrics have an increasing role in both industrial and consumer goods in the technical textiles sector. Mr. Sanjiv Saran said that Indian presence in the technical textile area is relatively small at present but considering the size of the country and a fast growing economy (current estimate is 8% growth rate) coupled with diverse raw material base, a large textile industry and trained man power, it is expected that technical textiles in the country will grow at a significant rate during next 5 years. In fact, there is already a perceptible sign of growth in a few areas like automotive textiles,
Presentation by Rieter
media and environmental protection would be the driving force for fiber consumption.
the dominant raw material for technical textiles. He explained that there are
wound care, bandages, insulation tapes, narrow fabrics & compression bandages. Mr. Sanjiv Saran observed
increasing applications for fibrous material in non-conventional sectors such as protective clothing, medical devices and health care products,
the Textile Commissioner stated that the government was trying to facilitate and the industry was trying to invest in
M r. S a n j i v Sar an, Chairman, SRTEPC made a presentation in the Session on the role of synthetics as
substrates, tarpaulin, furniture components, bed ticking, protective clothing, electrical components, geotextiles, sports and leisure wear,
medical and healthcare textiles, industrial textiles, technical
Concluding his opening remarks,
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are consumed for filtration, flexible bulk containers, conveyor belts, luggage, carpet and carpet backing, PVC coating
versatility and this trend is expected to continue in future also. Mr. Sanjiv Saran pointed out that the ever
automotive components, building material, geotextiles, agricultural devices, sport and leisurewear, filter
of technical textiles in a big way.
type products are consumed for sutures, ropes, fishing gears, shoe components, swings, etc. Woven fabrics
materials in future. Explaining the uses of different kinds of raw materials in the technical textile industry, he pointed out that fiber is mainly consumed for reinforcement for composites, cushioning, fillings, electrical components, insulation, sports equipment & toys. Similarly the yarn
components of home textiles and protective textiles. Mr. AndrĂŠ Michalon, Head of Sales, Rieter Perfoject, made a presentation that explained the developments in the machinery industry catering to technical textiles and the role that Rieter was playing in this area. While talking about the Non-woven segment Mr. Andre Michalon said that the Non-woven sector is contributing about 17% of the technical textile industry. Currently the non- wo ven technical textiles have been growing at 11% in India. Engineered non-woven products of manufactured fibers are found in applications from surgical gowns and apparel interfacing to roofing materials, road bed stabilizers, and floppy disk envelopes & liners.
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Speciality Polyester fibres and yarns for Technical Textiles Dr. Anup Rakshit * and medium scale companies producing non-wovens is by and large traditional and cannot be compared to the stateof-the-art-technology used by global players. In India, nonwoven textiles is a more evolved segment and much of the development in the last two years has been in this category. Manufacturing Process Technical textiles comprise wovens, non-wovens and knitted fabrics depending upon the construction. The global end use of technical textiles is predominantly in the woven fabric form. DRA (David Rigby Associates) statistics show that nearly 73 percent of the fabric consumed is woven, 20 per cent non woven, followed by 5 per cent knitted fabric. Woven technical textiles can be manufactured in two or three dimensional (2D or 3D)
Introduction Technical textiles are textile products manufactured primarily for
since long. But the percentage in terms of market share is too small to deserve a mention. Most of the requirement is
their performance and functional properties that support a vast array of industries which include healthcare,
met through imports.
agriculture, construction, automobile and engineering to name a few. They can be broadly classified into many fields such as medical textiles
end applications are complicated to produce. Manufacturing of technical textiles require a very high level of understanding the functional
(medtech), geo textiles (geotech), agro textiles (agrotech), sports textiles (sportech), automotive textiles
requirement of the end product, technical knowledge, superior set of engineering skills and technology and
(mobitech), home textiles (hometech), clothing texiles (clothtech), protective textiles (protech), industrial textiles
most importantly , an un wa vering commitment to quality at every stage of manufacturing, from fibre to the end
(indutech) environment textiles (oekotech) packaging textiles (packtech) depending upon its end usage.
product. Simply put, a completely different mindset. The synergy between the fibre/yarn producer, the product manufacturer and the consumer is the
In India, ropes, nets, tarpaulins, parachutes, conveyor belts and few
key to success of the final product.
other products that fall in the category of industrial textiles are being produced
textiles is still at a nascent stage in India, the technology used by the small
Unlike apparel textiles, technical textiles, especially those used in high-
As development in technical
fabric structures. Similarly in knitting processes one can use either circular or warp knitting technology. Non woven fabrics can be produced in a wide range of technologies such as hydroentanglement, spunbonding, thermal bonding, melt blowing, chemical bonding, needle punching and stitch bonding, depending on the end product. Post treatment of fabrics or finishing is a major requirement for technical textiles. Common finishing treatment are resin or polymer coating, water proofing, lamination, etc. Multilayer composites with different type of fabrics and polymers are other high tech areas of producing technical textiles. Raw Materials In synthetic fibres and yarns, poly ester, polypropylene, n ylon, acrylic, viscose, carbon, nomax, kevlar and glass are popular raw materials used in producing technical textiles, while in natural fibres and yarn, cotton, MAY-JUNE - 2008
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feature wool and jute are used. Amongst these, polyester is emerging as the most preferred raw material because of its
land, sea and air. Automotive textiles, is the most attractive component of this segment at present, with nearly 30 end
several unique characteristics and superior attributes that meet the multifunctional demand of the end
applications in car interiors alone. India is a global hub for manufacturing of automotive textiles; and the recent
products in technical textiles. To cite a couple of examples, in automotive textiles, functional properties such as strength, dur abilit y, abr asion
boom in the domestic automotive sector has created a phenomenal demand for automotive textiles.
resistance, filtration efficiency etc., are essential characteristics that decide the selection of raw material. Similarly, in
segment of technical textiles, a large part of which constitute disposable,
medical textiles, hygiene, absorption, to xicit y, anti-bacterial properties assume significance. Polyester fibres
nonwoven forms. Sanitary napkins, surgical dressings and sutures have shown the largest market potential in
and yarns meet these functional requirements well. The cost-benefit ratio is also an additional benefit with polyester.
this segment.
The rising demand for technical textiles augurs well for polyester fibre, the consumption of which is expected to touch 23.8 million metric tonnes by 2010. Reliance Offerings Technical textiles, as we mentioned earlier, are produced in a wide range of manufacturing technologies and in turn these technologies demand specific functional properties of feed stock like fibre and yarn. The special properties are often engineered in the fibre, yarn or fabric to meet the final customer/ market specifications, either as a final
Functionalities: Although the type of fabric used and the fabric structure varies with the specific end use, all medical fibres must be non-toxic, noncarcinogenic, non- allergic, antibacterial and capable of being sterilized without suffering chemical or physical damage. In many applications, absorbency is also essential. Of late, polyester has replaced cotton in many of the applications because of its durability and low linting characteristics.
modifications are done at the polymer or fibre stage itself. Looking at the emerging needs in technical textiles,
antibacterial properties and provide comfort and safety to patients and medical staff are the other end uses.
Reliance has developed a few speciality fibres and yarns with its Recron速 brand, in some of the segments of technical textiles such as medtech,
Mobiltech
It covers all textile products used in health and hygiene applications and encompasses a wide range of products. It is a vast field and the fastest growing
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Applications: Headliners, seat belts, seat covers, air bags, sun roof, air and fuel filters, trunk liners, inside roof liners, floor carpet, upholstery, t yre cords, battery separ ator, hose are some of the applications in automobiles. Geotech
wipes, sanitary napkins, baby diapers, adult incontinence diapers are some of the popular products in nonwovens. Protective garments and surgical items such as caps, gowns, masks, bed sheets, drapes etc.,that have special
Medtech
textiles used should have high colour fastness, high abrasion resistance, high breathablity and porosity in order to maintain comfort levels and should be easy to clean.
Applications: Wound dressing, bandages, sutures, swabs are conventional medical textiles. Baby
product or as component in another product. The functionalities can be imparted almost permanently if such
geotech, mobitech, industech, clothtech, hometech and protech to meet a wide spectrum of applications.
Functionalities: Fabric is an important aesthetic component of the car and is expected to last as long as the vehicle does. As cars are exposed to extreme conditions of light, the
Mobiltech is again a vast segment comprising textile products used in construction, equipment and furnishing of all means of passenger and goods transportation, civil and military by
Geotextiles include woven and nonwoven materials used in civil engineering industry. The products are used to perform basic functions like separation, reinforcement, filtration and drainage. Permeable fabrics are used with soils as they have the ability to separate, filter, protect or drain. Polyester is a popular raw material used because of its compatibility with other materials, high strength and better creep behaviour. Indian geotech market is expected to reach 2400 crores by 2015 from its present size of 1000 crores. Functionalities: The fabrics used must have high strength, puncture resistance, durability, low moisture absorption, thickness and filtration
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feature properties depending on its applications. Impermeable membranes are used to prevent water absorption like canal beds.
and carpet backing are other important applications. Clothtech The sector covers those textile products which represent functional, mostly hidden components of clothing
Application: As reinforcement material in construction of roads, railways and dams; for strengthening
such as interlining, sewing thread, shoe laces, and also performance fabrics like umbrella cloth. Interlings
soil, slopes and walls; for distribution of load to prevent erosion, dry/ liquid filtration and drainage, roofing felts etc. Indutech Industrial textiles, one of the largest fields of technical textiles, constitute materials directly used in manufacturing industry. It is one of the high growth segments having the widest range of applications. Coated textiles are an important component of industrial textiles as they form the base material for applications.
a
number
of
end
utility personnel like fire service, police para-military forces, industrial security forces, etc. Functionalities: The textiles have to provide protection against fire, heat, wind, w ater, extreme cold, dust, hazardous chemicals & gas, cut & abrasion, ballistic impact, foul weather, etc. Applications: Fire retardant clothing, winter clothing like jackets, defence apparel, fire & bullet proof jackets, space suits, etc. Hometech In non-apparels, home textile has emerged as the fastest growing sector in India, in the last couple of years. The inside fill is an important component of home textiles, the consumption of which has grown manifold in the last
Functionalities: Strength, stretch, safety are the desired properties in end applications. Applications: Filtration products, conveyor belts and other industrial belts, industrial hose, abrasive products, papermaker felts, composites, etc. Wipes, insulation, covers, nets, ropes also fall in the category of industrial products. Hoardings, signage, soft luggage, shoe uppers, awnings, tarpaulins, tents, umbrella, air bags and parachutes use coated textiles. Protech Textiles used in production of protective clothing come under Protech. This is a significant area of technical textiles with very high-end applications that require high degree of engineering skills in manufacturing. The defense is the largest end-user of various protective clothing followed by public
is a high growth business segment. The market value of Clothtech is said to be around Rs.8415.80 cr.
few years with the increasing number of end uses. Functionalities: Hygiene, loft, resilience, toxicity, air circulation, easy care, comfort, durability and antimicrobial properties are key requirements in filling material. Applications: Filling material for mattress, pillows, cushions, quilts, duvets, furniture upholstery, soft toys, sleeping bags and other products; wipes, mops, header tapes for hanging curtains etc. Flame retardant curtains
Conclusion Technical Textile is one of the most exciting and promising segments of textiles that is waiting to be explored. So far, it has been the European countries and the US who have dominated this segment. But if Indian textile manufactures are aiming for a global presence, they would have to start looking at the world beyond apparel and tap the unlimited opportunities in Technical Textiles, which ha ve the widest range of applications with lucrative returns. For Reliance Industries too, Technical Textiles is an important area for achieving global leadership and therefore, its R&D is focused on developing raw materials required for the manufacture of technical textiles. In the past one year, it has increased its range of products to meet the growing needs of the domestic and export markets. Reliance is also lending its technical and market support to manufacturers desiring to make their mark in technical textiles.
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May 08 Synopsis
Polyester Raw Material prices increased due to high Crude Oil price Crude oil prices continued its upward trend in the month
Acrylic Chain
and averaged at US$123.21 a barrel. Prices have increased by 11.7% in May compared to previous month in April. Europe brent prices averaged at US$ 122.25 a barrel, that
Acrylic chain prices have moved up in the month of May. ASF prices for Taiwan averaged at US$ 2.46 per kg. Prices of ASF for the denier have been steady
is higher by 12.2% from the April a verage. Far East Asia CFR averaged at US$118.77 a barrel. Naphtha prices have also risen to record levels, a consequence of high crude oil prices. Far East Naphtha averaged at US$1029 a ton.
since the past 4 weeks. ASF prices are at its highest in the last 12 months. A marginal change is seen in the Acrylonitrile market and the prices averaged at US$
Polyester Chain Polyester chain saw some increase in its raw materials
2028 per ton in China. Propylene prices shoot up by US$ 150 to US$ 1,447 per ton FOB Korea, an increase of 11.7% compared to previous month.
costs seeping down to polyester fibre and yarn prices. Paraxylene prices in Korea averaged at US$ 1391 per ton, an increase of 8.25% over previous month. PTA prices surged by 4.8% in the month and average at US$ 1031 per ton, whereas MEG prices declined by -0.6 %. MEG average prices in Korea hovered at US$ 1090 per ton. Ethylene prices saw a increase of 5% in Korean market. Ethylene prices in Korea averaged at US$1408 a ton. Polyester staple fiber (PSF) average price in China increased by 3 cents to US$1.68/kg. Though high feedstock prices have impacted polyester, high cotton prices have bought some parity.
Cotton Cotlook A index averaged at 73.91 cents a pound in the month. Prices plunge by 2.22% compared to a month ago. After reaching a peak of 81 cents a pound in March, cotton prices are continued its downtrend.
Nylon Chain Nylon chain prices remained steady in the month except of Benzene prices which were directly pulled up by crude oil price surge. NFY prices averaged 2 cents higher at US$3.30/kg. Caprolactum prices showed a marginal drop in the month and averaged at US$2501/ton. Benzene prices averaged at US$1,237/ton rising 12.5% from the previous month level.
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April 08 Synopsis
Cotton Yarn Exports decline in April, Average Realizations remain steady Yarn exports from the major ports of India were at US$55,973 ton declining by about 7%.due to decline in Cotton and PV yarn exports. This was after a 19% jump in exports in March. The rupee again strengthened in April, moving below Rs 40/US dollar and thus shrinking margins. 43,428 tons of cotton yarn was exported in April, lower by 10% while PV yarn exports further declined 27% to 1,823 tons. Polyester yarn exports which had declined in March by 29% reversed its trend and increased 27%. Viscose yarn exports increased at a rate of 7% after jumping 43% last month and were at 3,348 tons. PC yarn exports increased 11% to 3,391 tons. Of the 111 tons of Dyed yarn exported, 45 were Viscose dyed and 39 were PV dyed. Average realized price for cotton was steady at US$2.98/kg while the average price of viscose yarn declined 8 cents to US$3.78/kg. PC and Polyester yarn prices averaged at US$2.47/kg and US$2.71/kg. PV yarn average prices however increased 15 cents to US$3.11/kg. Bangladesh was the biggest importer of Indian yarn followed by Brazil and Turkey, though exports to Bangladesh, Turkey and South Korea declined. Exports to Bangladesh
Trend in Yarn Exports to major countries in 2008 April
March
February
January
Bangladesh
4,724
6,591
5,597
5,795
Turk ey
4,189
5,452
4,517
7,181
Brazil
4,565
4,431
2,294
3,571
S Korea
3,915
5,528
3,124
1,749
Egypt
4,046
3,579
2,574
3,393
Cotton Yarn (All types) 12,551 tons of 30/1 was exported at an average price of US$2.66/kg and 7,230 tons of 40/1 yarn was exported at an average price of US$2.99/kg. 24/1 average price fell 15 cents to US$2.34/kg while 20/1 average price increased 17 cents to US$2.56. Bangladesh the largest importer of Cotton yarn, imported 4,420 tons at an average price of US$2.82/ kg while South Korea imported 3,758 tons at an average price of US$2.98/kg. Synthetic Yarn (Grey, dyed & mĂŠlange)
declined 28% and to South Korea declined 30%. The average prices paid by Bangladesh buyers was US$2.83/ kg, lower than the average price. The highest price among the major importers was paid by Italy, paying US$4.91/kg
Brazil and Turkey were the two largest destinations for Indian polyester yarn importing at an average price of US$2.28/kg and US$2.34/kg. The top counts exported in polyester yarn were 30/1, of which 575 tons were exported at an average price of US$2.16/kg. For 100% Viscose yarn, Belgium was the largest buyer, importing 1,030 tons at an average price of US$4.57/kg.
followed by Belgium and Germany.
Blended Yarn 30/1 and 30/2 were the top two exported counts. 610 tons of 30/1 was exported at an average price of US$2.58/ kg and 360 tons of 30/2 was exported at US$3.17/kg. Turkey and Brazil were the two biggest buyers who paid US$3.18.kg and US$2.68/kg on an average respectively. For PC yarn, Spain was the largest importer followed by China, Portugal and Argentina. 30/1 PC yarn was the most exported count at an average price of US$2.48/kg. Specialty
Qty-'000 tons
Yarn
Apr
Mar
Apr
US$/kg Mar
Compact
855
1070
3.77
4.26
Gassed
418
535
7.40
7.28
Organic
378
292
3.82
4.14
Core Spun
202
250
6.83
6.51
Lycra
6
120
5.24
6.45
Total
2032
2373
-
-
Specialty Yarn Specialty yarn exports declined steeply by 341 tons to 2,032 tons in April. Compact Yarn was the most exported yarn of which, 855 tons were exported at an average price of US3.77/kg. 418 tons of Gassed yarn and 378 tons of Organic cotton yarn were exported at US$7.40/kg and US$3.82/kg. MAY-JUNE - 2008 13
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textile growth
Textile Growth : March 2008
Jute and Other Fibre Textiles record 33.1% growth during April-March 2007-08 and 62.75% during March 2008 Jute and Other Fibre Textiles continued to record good growth. During March 2008, the segment recorded a growth of 62.75%. During April-March 2007-08 too, the segment recorded a high growth (33.1%). Manufacturing and Industry too, continued to post good growth.
The growth in textiles, a part of the manufacturing sector of industrial production is given by CSO for four broad categories: • Textile Products which include wearing apparel mainly cotton hosiery cloth • Cotton Textiles – Cotton yarn (including SSI) and Cotton cloth (excluding hosiery) • MMF Textile/ Wool and Silk textiles which consist of 100% non-cotton cloth, 100% non-cotton yarn, blended cloth and blended yarn
• Jute and other Fibre Textiles (except cotton) These recorded growth of 8.6% and 8.1% respectively during April-March 2007-08. The period also saw other segments like Manmade Textiles, Cotton Textiles and Textile Products record growth. While the former two had seen a growth of over 4% each, the latter had seen a growth of 3.3%. All segments recorded growth during April-March 2007-08. Though the exceptional growth that was witnessed in the case of Jute & Other Fibre Textiles during the last two months, i.e., January and February 2008, did not sustain itself, the segment did post a good 62.75% growth during March 2008. Segments other than Jute & Other Fibre Textiles that sa w growth during the month of March, was Manmade Textiles, Industry and Manufacturing. These witnessed growth of 7.47%, 3.22% and 3.07% respectively during the month. The segments that saw decline during the month were Textile Products and Cotton Textiles. These recorded decline of 5.47 per cent and 1.76 per cent respectively. Annual Growth Trends : March 2008 (% change) Year
Industry (100%)
Manufacturing (79.4%)
Manmade Textiles/Wool/ Silk (2.3%)
Textile Products (2.5%)
Cotton Textiles (5.5%)
Jute & Other Fibre Textiles (0.6%)
2002-03
5.7
6.0
3.0
14.4
-2.7
8.3
2003 - 04
7.0
7.4
6.8
-3.2
-3.1
-4.2
2004 - 05
8.4
9.2
3.5
19.2
7.6
3.7
2005 - 06
8.2
9.1
0.0
16.3
8.5
0.5
2006 - 07
11.6
12.5
7.8
11.5
14.8
-15.8
2007 - 08
8.1
8.6
4.2
3.3
4.1
33.1
Industry (100%)
Month
Monthly Growth Trends (% Change) Manufacturing Manmade Textile (79.4%) Textiles/Wool/ Products Silk (2.3%) (2.5%) 06-07 07-08 06-07 07-08 06-07 07-08
Cotton Textiles (5.5%) 06-07 07-08
Jute & Other Fibre Textiles (0.6%) 06-07 07-08
06-07
07-08
9.9
12.39
11.0
13.67
12.71
1.18
12.57
12.36
9.26
9.50
-6.6
17.75
11.7
10.93
13.3
11.71
12.39
14.78
18.03
2.94
13.98
5.33
2.5
40.36
9.7
9.04
10.7
9.86
-0.37
2.13
13.10
2.47
10.28
7.02
3.6
35.20
12.7
7.52
13.8
7.85
0.04
4.91
29.32
4.01
13.08
6.32
-5.1
16.03
9.9
10.69
11.4
10.39
7.93
4.77
15.44
-2.14
13.02
3.70
5.5
9.55
11.4
6.41
12.7
6.65
8.34
6.99
5.64
1.28
14.51
5.12
-0.1
4.67
4.4
12.22
3.8
13.76
-4.02
8.83
-0.42
15.28
9.68
7.54
-0.9
1.22
April May June July August September October November
15.36
5.49
16.72
5.39
26.54
-4.23
9.69
0.26
18.44
-3.75
9.92
-3.37
December
11.10
8.56
11.94
9.31
8.99
-3.93
3.12
3.42
18.31
1.57
1.03
0.16
January
10.93
5.51
11.59
5.98
11.56
1.03
4.88
6.93
22.41
3.22
-89.21
866.4
February
11.04
8.56
12.25
8.44
14.97
0.04
8.59
4.46
16.12
1.00
March
14.53
3.22
15.86
3.07
14.61
7.47
15.75
-5.47
20.66
-1.76
Note :
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62.75
1. Figures in bracket pertain to weights (% of industrial production) 2. The production figures are based on Index of Industrial Production released by Central Statistical Organisation (CSO). 3. The growth index has been constructed with base year 1993-94 = 100.
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National NEWS Jharkhand to double tassar silk production to 300 tons Jharkhand, the state that tops in
domain of the Central Silk Board
tassar silk production, is on the way to double its 'tassar' silk output from 150
(CSB), it had been multiplying basic seeds to produce commercial seeds for
tons to 300 tons this year. For this purpose, the
onward distribution amongst rearers. During 2005, Jharkhand's demand of
state plans to i n v o l v e
20 lakh basic seeds could not be met by the CSB as it was producing
tribals and other locals
altogether about 19 lakh basic seeds in the country. In 2006, Jharkhand's
of the area. The state has
Handloom, Sericulture & Handicraft department ha s requested CSB to
successfully increased
support its plans to produce nucleus seeds in the state itself.
the number of its traditional silk rearers to around 65,000. Production of
The idea was successfully put on a trial run in 2007 and the state had
commercial cocoon and its sale involved three multiplication stages, the
reportedly produced around 15 lakh commercial seeds. At present,
nucleus
and
Jharkhand had a reserve of around 20
commercial seed. According to Mr. Dhirendra Kumar,
lakh nucleus seeds of which a part would be used in June-July, 2008 for the
Director, Jharkhand Handloom, Sericulture & Handicraft Department,
production of five to six lakh basic seeds. According to Mr. Kumar, with CSB's
the department made available the commercial seeds to poor farmers in
annual basic seeds quota of 2.5 lakh, Jharkhand's commercial seeds were
the state to produce cocoons to sell them later on.
expected to touch the 50 lakh-mark in 2008. In addition to this, Pradan, a
Though Jharkhand had not been handling nucleus seeds, which was the
prominent NGO, would also contribute handsomely, it was reported.
seed,
basic
seed
Textiles committee becomes first inspection body under ISO 17020 Textiles Committee, an autonomous body under the Government of India, Ministry of Textiles, became the first accredited inspection body in Asia under ISO 17020 (Type "A" Inspection Body). The Export Promotion & Qualit y Assurance Division of Textile Committee had achieved this co veted certification as an independent third party inspection body. ISO 17020 standard specified general criteria for the competence of impartial bodies performing inspection and gave international recognition. Shri G. J. Gyani, Secretary General, Quality Council of India, New Delhi, while presenting the ISO 17020 certificate to Shri D.P. Jadeja, CEO, Textiles Committee, stated that the ISO certificate would not only improve the image of Textiles Committee but would also help in spearheading the product quality of Indian textile industry.
...news in brief Government Resolution on TUFS on Technooperational parameters The Government’s resolution on Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (TUFS) applicable during the 11th Five Year Plan has been modified b y incorporating clarifications & decisions notified through circulars. According to Smt. Shashi Singh, Jt. Textile Commissioner, the objective of the revised GR was to further strengthen the momentum achieved in the Scheme as a result of tremendous efforts on the part of both Govt. and industry. Inspite of a strong and diversified fibre and production base, for various historical reasons, the Indian textiles industry had suffered from severe technological obsolescence and lack of economies of scale. The Scheme which was introduced on 01.04.1999 has provided a "fresh lease of life to the textile industry." It had helped in transition from quantitatively restricted textiles trade to market-driven merchandising.
global
Lee Coopers to launch 24 new outlets in India Lee Cooper, a denim br and that offes an entire range of casual wear apparel for both men and women, plans to open 24 new outlets in India during the current year. The objective is to secure a dominant position in the country. The company had plans to extend its presence in northern region including Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Haryana. The company presently had 31 stores across the country. MAY-JUNE - 2008 15
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Indians growing increasingly fashion conscious, says study The continuously improving and growing
Diesel (24%), Christian Dior (16%), and DKNY
Indian economy that is also opening up its market
(10%). India also made it to the top ten markets
has given rise to a group of affluent consumers who
globally for some of the brands.
are more than eager to adopt the latest fashion
India ranked third highest globally for
trends, points out the recent Nielsen Global
people who bought Gucci products, sixth for
Luxury Brands Study. According to the study,
Calvin Klein, ninth for Diesel, and tenth for
35% Indians who participated in the survey
Fendi. Foreign brands were synonymous to
agreed to buying designer brands. This was the third
status and the survey found that 57% of
highest percentage internationally with Greece
Indians surveyed bought designer brands
at the top with 46%, followed by Hong Kong with 38%.
as a status symbol. The number of outlets for these brands that
Despite the mushrooming of imita tion designer-branded products in some
opened recently in the country was proof enough that Indians were
markets, surprisingly more than threefourth of Indians surveyed reported that
becoming conscious.
imitation products did not match the qualit y offered by the real one. Top
Though 73% Indians felt that most designer brands were overpriced, 35%
brands that Indian consumers spent on were Calvin Klein (34%), Gucci (25%),
believed that as they offered quality, they were definitely better.
increasingly
fashion
Anti-dumping investigations initiated on imports of Yarn Anti-dumping investigations have been initiated by India on imports of
subject goods which were being dumped into India were identical to the
all fully drawn or fully oriented yarn, spin draw yarn, flat yarn and polyester
goods produced by the domestic industry. There were no differences
from China, Thailand and Vietnam. The investigations are the result of
either in the technical specifications, quality, functions and end-uses of the
an application filed by The Association of Synthetic Fibre Industries, on behalf
dumped imports and the goods domestically produced by the
of M/s.Reliance Industries Ltd. , M/s. Gupta Synthetics Ltd., M/s. Nova
petitioners. As the two were technically and
Petrochemicals Ltd. and M/s. Chiripal Industries Ltd. The prima facie
commercially substitutable, they were to be treated as 'domestic like articles',
evidence pointed out to dumping of the said goods by the subject countries,
stated the petition. A request was made for retrospective imposition of duty on
injury to the domestic industry and causal links between the dumping and
the ground that there was a history of dumping and injury to the domestic
injury. The application claimed that the
industry.
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'Trident Homescapes' Lifestyle store launched by Trident Group Tr i d e n t Group, winner of awards from leading international retails chains including Wal Mart and J C Pennay, launched its first Lifestyle store Trident Homescapes in Chandigarh through Abhishek Industries Ltd, the flagship Company of the group. M r. P K Markanda y, Chief Ex ecutive, Abhishek Home Textiles, Trident Group said at the launch that there is a vast emerging class of consumers in India who have refined taste and appreciated international quality. Trident Group, through Trident Homescapes, is geared to fulfill the needs of these world-class consumers who wanted world-class services and products. The test run of the products had led to overwhelming results. Trident Homescapes occupied 2500 sq feet and housed a wide and exclusive range of home products. Trident has the advantage of an extensive understanding of international trends which it hoped to encash. The store offers an exquisite range of bed and bath linen, home accessories and decor, floor coverings etc that were designed to offer a wide choice to consumers with different tastes. According to Mr. Sugato Bose, President- Retail, Trident Group, the kind of quality and range that is on offer had never been attempted in a specialty home lifestyle store in India. The group plans to open 30 more stores in the first phase with an investment of Rs 20 crore, another 100 stores in the next financial year and up to 300 stores by the next three years.
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Karnataka drafts new Textile Policy to attract investment Karnataka has drafted a textile policy that expects to attract
textile parks, companies such
investments worth Rs. 10,000 crore and create half a million jobs in five years
as Bombay Rayon Fashions
by offering sops to the industry. The policy is now awaiting approval of the
Ltd, S. Kumars Nationwide Ltd,
new government. Primarily aiming at two aspects: generation of employment
and Madura Garments have also set up shops in Karnataka.
in the rural interiors and new investments in the sector, the draft
The draft suggests giving the industry subsidised electricity, easy
policy proposes subsidised electricity, easy rules and suitable infrastructure.
employment rules and suitable infrastructure, particularly to start-ups.
The textile and readymade garment industry—the second largest
A long-standing demand for removing entry tax is a part of the draft— a 2%
employer in the state after information technology—is worth nearly Rs. 5,000
entry tax is now levied on raw and packaging materials in the sector. The
crore excluding exports, and employs 500,000 workers in and around
draft also proposes textile training centres, particularly in rural Karnataka.
Bangalore, as per government data. Some of the largest exporters
At present, power is subsidised up to 20 horsepower for powerlooms. Textile
including Gokaldas Images Pvt. Ltd, Gokaldas Exports Ltd and Himatsingka
department officials say that the draft has proposed increasing the subsidy,
Seide Ltd are based in the state. With the state aggressively building
and extending it to readymade garment factories.
Central Sales Tax (CST) reduced to 2% w.e.f. 1st June, 2008
Wills Lifestyle registers excellent growth I TC Ltd. ’s Wills Lifestyle Retailing concluded yet another year of strong performance with Gross Turnover of Rs.21356 crore, a growth of 10.7% over the previous year. Both the premium and popular segments of the branded apparel market of the Lifestyle Retailing business continued to enjoy popularity. Domestic sales grew by 26% over the previous y ear, while exports recorded a growth of 17%. In the premium segment, 'Wills Lifestyle' continued to provide a classy expression of contemporary trends, styled and accessorized to give discerning customers the look of the season, in tune with the international fashion mood. The Wills Lifestyle brands were available nationwide at 50 exclusive stores and in more than 150 'shop-in-shops'. In a Global Luxury Survey conducted by Time Magazine, Wills Lifestyle was rated amongst the top 5 Luxury brands in the country. 'Wills Lifestyle' was also voted as the 'Retailer of the Year' in 'Fashion & Lifest yle' category at the Asia Retail Congress,
On the basis of the discussions
Form-C) shall now be the lower of 2
between the Empowered Committee (EC) of State Finance Ministers and the
per cent and the rate of VAT or State Sales Tax applicable. This reduction
2008.
Union Finance Minister regarding the compensation package, the
forms a part of the roadmap for phasing out CST completely by 31st
Government of India, Ministry of Finance, Department of Revenue has
March, 2010 in preparation of introducing Goods & Services Ta x
Westside ties up with designers
issued a notification on 30th May, 2008 to bring into effect from 1st June, 2008
(GST), the roadmap for which is being worked out by the EC of State Finance
the new reduced rate of CST of 2% on inter-State sales of goods. The
Ministers together with the Union Finance Ministry.
notification of new CST rate of 2% in place of earlier 3% is in accordance
The Central Government and the Empowered Committee of State
with the announcement made by the Union Finance Minister in his budget
Finance Ministers have further agreed that the compensation for revenue loss
speech in Parliament in February 2008 that the rate of Central Sales Tax would
to the States in any year arising from the lowering of CST will be limited to
be reduced. The rate of CST on inter-State sale
the proportionate loss based on the actual collection of CST in the relevant
of goods to registered dealers (against
year.
Westside has tied up with three emerging fashion designers from the Lakme India Fashion Week who would showcase Westside collections at its stores across the country. The designers who are the new talent of fashion industry would get a retail platform at national level and access to a large customer base. Beginning September, the designers would showcase specially created prêt collections at Westside stores across India. MAY-JUNE - 2008 17
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Levi's Jeans celebrate 135th birthday in New Delhi Levi's celebrated its 135th birthday of the jean with Timeless Jean Fest at
Prizes are to be awarded to the best displays and visuals, decided through
Levi's Square, South Extension, New Delhi. Levi's the brand that invented
consumer votes. Speaking on the occasion of the
the blue jean in 1873, believed it was at the forefront of youth fashion.
Timeless Jeans F est, Mr. Sh yam Sukhramani, Marketing Director for the
At the Fest that started on 23 May 2008, Levi's allowed youth to not only
Levi's brand in India said, "Levi's jeans have always been worn by pioneers
make Levi's jeans their own but also take over their Flagship store at South
who took a stand. We've kicked off this year with a campaign that celebrates this
Extension. Three of Delhi's best fashion design colleges showcased their store
icon followed up by the Fest in the South Ex. store with a whole lot more coming
display and visual merchandising skills.
up in the second half of 2008."
IAM announces admissions for new UG/PG programmes
Turtle presence soon in Middle East Turtle, leading menswear apparel brand announced plans to make its presence felt across Middle East, in Dubai, Muscat, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Fiji Islands, and Latin America. The process had already been started by Turtle which had registering its brand name across these regions. The entire Turtle range, including shirts, trousers and accessories would be available at stores in the region. Domestically, Turtle was already on the growth path and was now available in 380 cities across 1000 retail points such as Globus, Shoppers Stop, Pantaloons, Central, India Bulls,
India's first Institute of Apparel
in association with Royal Melbourne
Management (IAM), under the aegis of Apparel Export Promotion Council
Institute of Technology (RMIT), Australia. Details of the programmes
(AEPC), is conducting UG and PG programmes, the academic session of
could be had from the IAM's website: www.iamindia.in.
which begins in July 2008. The PG programmes include
For conducting its various programmes, IAM had initiated
e xclusiv e showrooms. Mr. Amit Ladsaria, Director, Turtle Ltd said,
Apparel Marketing & Merchandising, Entrepreneurship Programme for
partnerships and training agreements with international institutes in fashion
"Having established a strong presence domestically, we are delighted to now
Apparel Industry, Apparel Export Merchandising, and Apparel Retail
and apparel management arena of Australia, UK, Germany and Singapore.
be available internationally. Our sole mission at Turtle has been to deliver
Merchandising & Store Operations. While the former two courses are of
IAM which was also a member of International Apparel Federation (IAF),
world class quality at affordable prices and we are confident that
18 months durations, the latter two are of 1year durations. The UG Programme
a global association, had signed a MoU on education cooperation with Fair
in Fashion & Textiles Merchandising is
Labor Association (FLA).
internationally too, we shall create a mark for ourselves."
and so on. In India, Turtle had expanded into semi metros such as Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Bhubaneshwar, Meerut, Chandigarh, Indore and P atna. Turtle also had its own
FTA with EU: India's gain is neighbours’ pain The proposed FTA between India and the EU is likely to adversely impact gross domestic product of other countries, including neighbouring countries like Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Pakistan, a study sponsored by the European Commission says. Once implemented, the agreement is likely to result in a gain of Euro 1.4-17.7 billion to India's national income, in turn pushing up its economic growth r ate. F TA
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negotiations between the two sides
The draft Global Analysis Report,
started in April 2007. The EU accounts for 19% of India's global trade.
commissioned by the EU, took into account six different trade
Howev e r, India's share in the economic bloc's total trade
liberalisation scenarios, noting benefits of the currently operational
engagement is only 2%. The agre ement will result in lower
India-Sri Lanka FTA may be eroded when the India-EU agreement comes
duties in India and the EU as well as enhanced foreign investment flows. As
into effect. Moreov er, it will also adversely impact the GDP of other
a consequence, other countries will lose out to Indian companies in doing
South Asian countries, least developed countries as well as the rest of the
business with European nations.
world to a varying extent.
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Hohenstein, Germany to detect manufacturing flaws Terrot offers Circular Inspecting product quality directly of the testing and the timetable to meet Knitting Machines
at the place of manufacture would help companies, which source goods
the individual customer's needs. The inspection team insists on conformity
worldwide to spot flaws in the manufacturing process at an early
with accepted prototype products, product compliance with European
stage and to avoid subsequent expenditure.
legislation on harmful substances, meeting international quality
At the Hohenstein Institutes in BĂśnnigheim, the main priority of the
standards, processing tested on site, and, contractual product properties
Inspection Service is to avoid expensive complaints. That's why
guaranteed. According to the Institute, the inspection team consists of specially
intervention at the earliest possible stage in the production process is
trained textile engineers and technicians who monitor ongoing
needed, according to the Institute. Hohenstein has customised the scale
production for compliance with the AQL standard (Acceptable Quality Level).
Turkish Authorities issue Notification on Cotton import Safeguards
At the trade fair TĂźy ap, Terrot presented four Circular Knitting Machines that met special interest of the visitors. The first of them was the S296-1 Open Width - Single-Jersey High Production with a new compact Open Width Frame. The backbone of the Turkish knitting industry was still the Single Knit Open Width market for which Terrot designed a very easy to use new mc which had been supplied from the fair to a well known knitting mill. S6F348 Single-Jersey 6-Colour Striper machine was another Terot creation. This new 6-colour striper was shown to the customers with the special Terrot speed-up function by which the
Turkish A uthorities
increased in the last
production output of striped fabrics were increased by up to 20 % wherever
have initiated Safeguard Measures on import of
years and the domestic market was harmed and
the design kept the same colours over more than 2 revolutions.
cotton yarn. Their notification says that the
it posed a serious threat.
TERROT invented the striper technology for knitting machines way
General Directorate for Import of Foreign Trade
The information provided by the domestic
back in 1950. The third machine was the UCC548T - Electronically controlled
Undersecretariat had received complaints from
manufacturers for the subjected items showed
Jacquard Double-Jersey machine with Transfer technique. The UCC548T was
the domestic manufacturers of the items falling under HS codes 5205,
that there was disruption in domestic production, rate of capacity utilization,
capable of producing very low weight fabrics with transfer designs for
5206 and 5207, covering cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing
domestic sales, end-of-period inventories, employment and
Lingerie that were in demand by high fashion producers because of the
85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale (5205), cotton
profitability. The Rating Committee for the Safeguard Measures had decided
special optical surface of the fabrics. The last of the machines was the
yarn (other than sewing thread), containing less than 85% by weight
to initiate an investigation regarding the complaint of the subjected items and
UCC572M - Electronically controlled Jacquard Double-Jersey machine that
of cotton, not put up for retail sale (5206), and cotton yarn (other than
also decided to submit a proposal to the parliament in the framework of the
was a highly productive knitting machine meant for mattress tickings.
sewing thread) put up for retail sale (5207).
article 9.1 of the WTO agreement on Safeguard Measures regarding
The machine attracted attention and interest of the visitors as these fabrics
The complaint claimed that in the framework of the legislation regarding
exemption provided to the developing countries, to apply temporary
had been witnessing a strong growing market. With the added new 90
the Safeguard Measures on Import, the safeguard measures should be
measures for 200 days on import of the subjected items and to determine
feeders, the machine was a class by itself with a productivity increase of
applied on the import of these products since the import had
the additional measure of US $ 1.03 for each kg. net.
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Nanocoated boards to reduce friction on jacquard harnesses AGM Jactex has announced plans to introduce nanocoated comber boards which could be attached to jacquard machine harnesses that would ultimately lead to reduced friction on harnesses. In an interview, Mr. Mark Feer, CEO of the company said "the boards are made from a vulcanized regenerated cellulosic material which makes it more effective as it absorbs a little of the coatings. The harness cords will last longer on account of reducing the abrasion particularly at high speeds." Mr. Feer added "90% of the company's business
was generated from jacquard weaving sector, with rest of the contribution coming from accessories for the general weaving industries." The company is looking in to coatings being researched at universities across Switzerland that would help reduce friction on the harness, more particularly those set at an angle down from the jacquard machines to the loom. AGM Jactex was founded in 1997 from the sale of the textile division of AG Muller. The company has customers in more than 80 countries across the globe.
Texfair 2008 to see participation of 15 international buyers Texfair 2008, supported b y the Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association would bring nearly 15 international buyers from countries like Costa Rica, France, Portugal, Colombia, Mexico and Canada, as well as journalists from England, Turkey and Italy. The visitors are coming to the country through sponsorship by Texbrasil, a program developed in partnership with Apex - Brasil. Texbr asil's mission was to support and prepare sector companies to present Brazilian products in the
German study says wearers prefer skin compatibility in apparel
international arena in a systematic manner. The program is aimed at
A study conducted by the German Oeko- Tex Certification Centre and
professionals provided this assessment in a BBE questionnaire administered in
administered by the consulting firm BBE Retail Experts, pointed out that
conjunction with CPD, the International Fashion Fair for Women's wear and
alongwith product quality and a fashionable appearance, important
Accessories which was held in D端sseldorf this January. Among
considerations among consumers was skin compatibility and proof of absence
consumers, awareness that the Oeko Tex Standard 100 was the best-known
of harmful substances in the apparel they used. Some 205 apparel
textile symbol on the German market, was high.
promoting business rounds that generate business opportunities between the exhibiters and international buyers. Textiles and apparel form the main industrial activity in the city of Blumenau.
African "Ks" a hit among art lovers The traditional garments of Africa, the Kitenge, Kangas and
24th World Apparel Convention in October
Kik oy, ha ve had a special place among the art lo vers world o ver.
The 24th W orld Apparel Convention, to be held in Maastricht,
manufacturing operations or none at all. Asian manufacturers are now
These rich and brilliant apparel had been attracting a lot of attention due
Netherlands, on October 29-31, 2008 hopes to provide insights and ideas on
looking at their national, more profitable, markets.
to their interesting combinations and patterns. The garments made of
many issues faced by companies all over the world today whose core
The change has seen the linear relationship between design, quality
100% cotton are thickly woven using bright colours in patterns & symbols
business is fashion or fashion-related. The changing consumer needs and the
and price getting lost as consumers ha ve more choices in clothes. Fashion
reflecting various moods, culture and customs of Africans. The domestic
future of the fashion business would be the theme of the Convention. In
is now perceived differently by consumers as they are more aware of
designers had been all along playing a vital role in making these national
developed countries, manufacturing companies had been converted to
various options available in the market. Many consumers are also
attires truly international. Kitenge was primarily worn by women as a wrap-
marketers and retailers. Large retailers have created successful
increasingly concerned environmental issues.
around, headscarf or as a baby sling. The African men used it by wrapping it
apparel brands that have either limited
22
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with
around the waist during hot weather.
...news in brief
CITI NEWS Efforts for addressing cotton problems CITI has been examining the
Dinner hosted in honour of Shri Santosh Bagrodia CITI hosted a dinner on 24th of May, 2008 at The Taj Mahal Palace & Towers, Mumbai in
means available to ensure that the spinning industry and the down stream
honour
segments of the textile chain in the country get the advantage of increased
appointed Minister of State for Coal in the Union Government.
production and improved quality of Indian cotton.
The function was well attended
A set of specific suggestions formulated by Office Bearers and
representatives from the other
senior members of the Confederation had been forwarded to the Textile Commissioner last month.
of
Shri
Santosh
Bagrodia, who has recently been
by textile industrialists and related industries and trade. While welcoming him, Mr. P.D. Patodia, Chairman, CITI thanked him for the immense help that the industry received from him
In the context of the continuing increase in cotton prices, there is a strong feeling in the industry that increased exports have been handing over the advantages of the country's cotton economy to the competitors in other Asian countries.
during his tenure as Chairman of the Department Related Parliamentary
Standing
Committee
Industry.
on
Participants in the function also requested the Minister for his help in managing the energy problems of the textile industry.
Subsequently, Mr. Shishir Jaipuria, Vice Chairman and the Secretary General met Mr. A.K. Singh, Secretary (Textiles) and Dr. J.N. Singh, Textile Commissioner and Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Textiles and explained the suggestions. In the context of the continuing increase in cotton prices, there is a strong feeling in the industry that increased exports have been handing over the advantages of the
Shri Bagrodia assured his continued
support
to
the
industry and stated that any coal shortage for the industry would be sorted out within a period of six months.
Follow up on Moratorium for Repayment of Term Loans Following the positive decision taken by the IBA and its circular issued
country's cotton economy to the competitors in other Asian countries.
on 9th May 2008 recommending a one year moratorium for repayment of term loans taken by textile units, CITI has been following up this issue with
In its efforts to safeguard the long term interests of both farmers and the
major banks. CITI Chairman has written to the Chairmen of all major banks requesting early implementation of the IBA decision.
industry, CITI has receiv ed some more suggestions from Past Chairmen
Mr. P.D. Patodia, Chairman CITI and Mr. R.K. Dalmia, Deput y Chairman have also met the Deputy Managing Director of State Bank of India (SBI)
and major users of cotton in the country, which will be examined and
and the Chairman and Managing Director of IDBI and requested that the IBA circular be considered by the Board of the banks for immediate
discussed by the Committee of CITI in its meeting scheduled for 18th June
implementation so that the textile and clothing industry could look forward to revival and growth and repayment of loans without any default. Meetings
2008 in Mumbai.
with the other banks are in the process. MAY-JUNE - 2008 23
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TIMES 273.15
Nahar Spg.
83.60
Sutlej Industries
625.10
63.85
123.40
29.55
595.30
124.70
40.05
17.15
123.85
19.00
12938.09
279.45
78.20
218.70
26.70
725.20
70.10
67.45
22.65
177.55
20.00
74.10
441.65
345.25
825.05
--
162.00
255.00
1,690.30
3,010.75
52.95
122.00
2212.60
16.30
137.10
550.55
50.55
61.10
1194.85
21.55
100.55
Feb '07
* Source : BSE
17648.71
* Figures in Rs.;
BSE Index
* Figures till April 30th, 2008;
276.20 14090.92
Zodiac Cloth
91.05
Welspun India Ltd.
29.50 251.65
Vardhman Textile
Vardhman Spg. Gen
815.50
87.10
Suryalakshmi Spinning
Trent
27.10
216.55
Super Spinning
Siyaram Silk
25.00
Shree Rajasthan Syntex Ltd.
133.95
1359.15
625.90 72.10
357.35
1034.00
71.50
106.30
194.35
1690.00
392.95
S.Kumars Nationwide
Ruby Mills
Raymond Ltd.
1048.45
163.25
Nahar Industries
Ramco Industries
280.00
Loyal Textiles
1,897.25
Lakshmi Mills Company Ltd.
45.35 2069.15
54.15 3,538.50
87.05
2948.75
12.85
128.50
748.30
46.55
66.85
1998.00
21.20
68.90
Jan '08
131.60
Lakshmi Machine Works
Indo Rama Syn
Himatsingka Seide Ltd.
2,778.55
19.10
Ginni Filament
Grasim Industries
701.60 142.50
Bombay Dyeing
59.15
Arvind Mills
Century Enka
69.10
Alok Industries
1190.05
23.20
Aditya Birla Nuvo
107.6
Aarvee Denim
Jan '07
Abhishek Industries
Companies
17578.72
555.75
62.60
118.65
28.20
570.35
113.15
39.00
16.95
121.50
17.70
155.00
1071.25
342.20
868.50
69.15
90.00
194.90
1615.05
2029.90
44.00
80.50
2888.45
12.16
126.50
692.80
49.20
69.30
1713.90
19.30
73.70
Feb '08
13285.90
252.45
71.30
206.55
21.10
684.65
65.00
57.30
20.55
151.05
18.45
72.10
408.00
341.55
783.60
116.00
140.00
221.00
1,405.70
3,008.70
50.65
118.65
2091.25
15.40
124.85
540.85
43.50
57.05
1061.80
20.10
102.20
Mar '07
15644.44
451.00
45.15
103.75
25.90
525.10
92.90
30.90
13.40
96.50
15.90
88.40
766.40
297.65
759.85
55.10
87.05
171.50
1256.20
1597.30
34.65
60.55
2574.70
8.97
108.35
614.30
37.75
56.95
1394.90
16.40
77.20
Mar '08
13477.79
275.60
73.75
193.30
24.00
726.85
70.70
57.00
20.85
139.00
19.50
80.00
487.25
344.95
711.00
108.00
128.70
249.10
1,790.00
2,710.10
51.00
118.55
2,442.35
15.30
137.80
543.35
44.95
64.10
1,144.45
21.10
91.95
Apr '07
17287.31
441.10
52.80
121.90
26.50
526.15
117.00
36.10
15.17
113.45
16.60
105.20
1027.60
277.30
835.60
63.30
78.10
180.00
1,361.05
1705.50
39.40
54.90
2402.75
10.30
123.60
1024.55
51.90
65.35
1450.25
19.00
72.30
Apr '08
22.04
37.52
-39.68
-58.57
9.43
-38.15
39.57
-57.89
-37.44
-22.52
-17.47
23.95
52.58
-24.40
14.91
-70.62
-64.79
-38.39
-31.52
-58.90
-29.44
-115.94
-1.65
-48.54
-11.49
46.97
13.39
1.91
21.09
-11.05
% change from over last year -27.18
3848
529572
264880
36045
31277
24303
24762
460648
62987
64104
30774279
69321
615144
15945
432011
1257384
5706
3114
222682
260784
1546842
504733
236185
167570
8887941
38400796
10501453
375641
2039989
No. of Shares (Mar '08) 125024
Average Closing Prices, Volume of Trade and Turnover of Select Textile Mills on BSE*
Textile Share Movement - April 2008
239
5424
2637
294
1295
307
239
2252
1161
322
160247
2136
13538
468
4174
3173
96
507
14151
2804
9836
26423
1955
2401
220756
133202
49722
10229
7796
No. of Trades (Mar '08) 1086
textile share movement
textile exports
Cotton garments continue to enjoy the largest share Textile exports continued to witness growth. During April-December 2007-
was worth US$3375.63 million during April-December 2007-08.
December 2007-08 as against US$2777.98 million during April-
08, it saw a growth of 9.33 per cent. Exports were worth US$12002.10
In dollar terms, except for Man Made Fibre Garments, all segments
December 2006-07, a decline of 4.91 per cent. The only segment where USA
million during the period as against US$10977.60 million during the same
recorded a gain in exports during AprilDecember 2007-08 as compared to the
had seen a gain in its imports was Garments of Other Textile Materials
period of 2006-07. In rupee terms however, a similar comparison shows
same period of the previous year. The decline witnessed in Man Made Fibre
where it saw imports increase by 11.38 per cent.
that exports had declined by 3.13 per cent during the period as against the
Garments was to the extent of 12.89 per cent. Exports declined from
Turkey continued to record high growth in its imports. As compared to
same period of the previous year. Cotton Garments continued to
US$712.89 million during AprilDecember 2006-07 to US$621.02
imports that it had made during AprilDecember 2006-07, imports during
occupy the largest share in the export basket. During April-December 2007-
million during April-December 200708. In Rupee terms, the percentage of
April-December 2007-08 were 118.74 per cent higher. Turkey's imports were
08, the share of the segment was a good 43.20, only marginally down from
decline was 22.82 per cent. Among the segments that gained, the highest
worth US$388.29 million during AprilDecember 2007-08. The growth in its
the share of 43.25 per cent that it had occupied during the month of
growth was that of Manmade Textiles (29.28 per cent). This was followed
import were due to the high volumes of Cotton Textiles and Man made
November. Comparing the segment's share during April-December 2007-08
by Garments of Other Textile Materials which gained by 22.64 per cent. The
Textiles that it had imported during the period. In fact, these were the only
with that of the same period last year, shows a decline of 1.52 percentage
gain in segments other than these two, were lesser than 10 per cent.
segments where Turkey figured among the top ten importers.
points during the current period. In terms of share, Cotton Garments
USA continued to be the largest importer of textile products from India.
Exchange Rates Dec 2006 44.63
was followed by Cotton Textiles which occupied a share of 28.12 per cent in
USA also continued to see a decline in its imports. USA's imports were worth
total exports. Exports in the segment
US$2641.65 million during April-
Dec 2007 Apr-Dec'06-07 Apr-Dec'07-08
39.44 45.61 40.41
Summary Table - Exports Exports in
Exports in
Share in
Share in
April-Dec 2006-07
April-Dec 2007-08
April-Dec 2006-07
April-Dec 2007-08
(US$ Mn)
(US$ Mn)
(%)
(%)
Cotton Textiles
3092.28
3375.63
28.17
28.12
Man Made Textiles
1605.76
2075.85
14.63
17.30
Woolen textiles
63.07
64.47
0.57
0.54
4908.63
5184.66
44.72
43.20
MMF garments
712.89
621.02
6.49
5.17
Woolen Garments
273.35
286.03
2.49
2.38
Cotton garments
Garments of other textiles Total Exports
321.62
394.43
2.93
3.29
10977.60
12002.60
100.00
100.00 MAY-JUNE - 2008 25
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textile exports
( December, 2007)
India’s Exports of Textile Products December December 2006
2007
Apr-Dec
Apr-Dec
% Change
’06-07
’07-08
between Apr-Dec ’06-07 & Apr-Dec ’07-08
Cotton Yarn, Fabrics, Madeups, etc.
Manmade Yarn, Fabrics, Madeups
Wollen Yarn, Fabrics, Madeups, etc.
Cotton Garments Incl Accessories
Manmade Fibre Garments
Wool Garments
Garments Of Othr Textile Matrl
Total
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US$ (Million)
321.26
322.44
3092.28
3375.63
9.16
Rs. (Crore)
1433.80
1271.70
14103.89
13640.92
-3.28
US$ (Million)
195.26
213.60
1605.76
2075.85
29.28
Rs. (Crore)
871.44
842.45
7323.88
8388.53
14.54
US$ (Million)
6.84
8.56
63.07
64.47
2.23
Rs. (Crore)
30.54
33.77
287.65
260.53
-9.43
US$ (Million)
601.57
538.94
4908.63
5184.66
5.62
Rs. (Crore)
2684.80
2125.58
22388.25
20951.23
-6.42
US$ (Million)
70.24
45.64
712.89
621.02
-12.89
Rs. (Crore)
313.47
180.02
3251.49
2509.53
-22.82
US$ (Million)
26.08
32.05
273.35
286.03
4.64
Rs. (Crore)
116.38
126.41
1246.75
1155.83
-7.29
US$ (Million)
38.70
49.05
321.62
394.43
22.64
Rs. (Crore)
172.72
193.44
1466.91
1593.89
8.66
US$ (Million)
1259.95
1210.28
10977.60
12002.10
9.33
Rs. (Crore)
5623.16
4773.36
50068.82
48500.47
-3.13
textile imports
Readymade Garments record highest growth seen an import growth of 11.00 per cent during the period as compared to
As compared to its exports during AprilDecember 2006-07, exports made
the same period of 2006-07. MMF Yarn with imports worth US$444.23 million
during April-December 2007-08 was a gain of 18.55 per cent. China continued
was the next biggest segment. The segment occupied a share of 26.87 per
to export the most in all segments except Woolen and Cotton Rags. In this
cent during the period. MMF Yarn that had witnessed a decline of 0.37 per cent
segment, the largest exporter was Bangladesh. Bangladesh's supplies in
during last month, saw a gain of 0.37 per cent during the current month.
the segment were worth US$2.83 million. As compared to its exports
Since the last few months, the highest growth in imports had been
during April-December 2006-07, exports made by them during April-
that of Woolen Textiles. This position was now occupied by Ready Made
December 2007-08 were over 200 times higher.
During April-October 2007-08,
Garments which recorded a 56.61 per cent growth during April-December
Other than China; Italy, Japan and Thailand saw gain in its exports.
India's imports of textile products were worth US$1653.12 million. Imports had
2007-08 as compared to the same period of 2006-07. The growth
Among these, the highest export growth was that of Italy (37.49 per
witnessed a gain of 8.29 per cent during the period as compared to the same
recorded by Woolen Textiles was 53.13 per cent. Imports of Ready made
cent). Among the countries that saw a
period of 2006-07. In Rupee terms, however, a similar comparison shows
Garments were worth US$81.37 million and that of Woolen Textiles, worth
decline in exports, the highest was that of Taiw an which saw its exports dip by
a decline to the extent of 4.05 per cent. Imports in Other Textiles, the
US$41.02 million. The top supplier, China, had
8.88 per cent.
segment that had the highest share in total imports (46.28 per cent), were
exported textile products worth US$740.31 million to India during April-
Exchange Rates Dec 2006 44.63 Dec 2007 39.44
worth US$765.00 million during AprilDecember 2007-08. The segment had
December 2007-08. This was a good 44.78 per cent of India's total imports.
Apr-Dec'06-07 Apr-Dec'07-08
45.61 40.41
Summary Table - Imports Imports in
Imports in
Share in
Share in
April-Dec 2006-07
April-Dec 2007-08
April-Dec 2006-07
April-Dec 2007-08
(US$ Mn)
(US$ Mn)
(%)
(%)
Woolen Yarn and fabrics
26.79
41.02
1.76
2.48
Cotton Yarn and fabrics
237.76
243.22
15.58
14.71
MMF Yarn
442.61
444.23
28.99
26.87
Made Ups
51.06
59.29
3.34
3.59
689.20
765.00
45.15
46.28
Readymade garments
51.96
81.37
3.40
4.92
Woolen and Cotton Rags
27.16
19.00
1.78
1.15
1526.53
1653.12
100.00
100.00
Other textiles
Total Imports
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textile imports
( December, 2007)
India’s Imports of Textile Products December December 2006
2007
Apr-Dec
Apr-Dec
% Change
’06-07
’07-08
between Apr-Dec ’06-07 & Apr-Dec ’07-08
Cotton Yarn, Fabrics, Madeups, etc.
Manmade Yarn, Fabrics, Madeups
Wollen Yarn, Fabrics, Madeups, etc.
Cotton Garments Incl Accessories
Manmade Fibre Garments
Wool Garments
Garments Of Othr Textile Matrl Rs. (Crore)
Total
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US$ (Million)
2.90
1.95
26.79
41.02
53.13
Rs. (Crore)
12.96
7.70
122.19
165.77
35.67
US$ (Million)
27.83
23.43
237.76
243.22
2.30
Rs. (Crore)
124.22
92.40
1084.41
982.86
-9.36
US$ (Million)
37.92
40.85
442.61
444.23
0.37
Rs. (Crore)
30.54
33.77
287.65
260.53
-9.43
US$ (Million)
4.96
5.80
51.06
59.29
16.11
Rs. (Crore)
22.14
22.86
232.89
239.58
2.88
US$ (Million)
66.82
65.69
689.20
765.00
11.00
Rs. (Crore)
298.20
259.06
3143.45
3091.37
-1.66
US$ (Million)
5.04
9.10
51.96
81.37
56.61
Rs. (Crore)
22.50
35.89
236.97
328.80
38.75
US$ (Million)
2.35
1.68
27.16
19.00
-30.05
10.48
6.61
123.86
76.76
-38.03
US$ (Million)
147.83
148.49
1526.53
1653.12
8.29
Rs. (Crore)
659.75
585.65
6962.51
6680.28
-4.05
data bytes March, 2008
Average Prices of Selected Cotton Varieties Cotton Prices from October, 2005 to April 2008 Bengal Deshi
(Rs. per candy, Ex- Mumbai)
V-797 J-34-SG (GUJ) (PNB)
Y-1 (MAH)
LRA5166 (AP)
NHH-44 (MAH)
Bunny
H-4MECH/1 (M.P.)
S-6/4 (GUJ)
MCU-5 (A.P.)
DCH-32 (KAR)
2005-06 October
14600
12935
16625
15935
16720
16130
19720
17640
19540
21395
34945
November
15850
13785
16985
16595
17410
16420
20390
18595
19265
22520
40710
December
15995
15525
17825
17530
18680
17950
23290
19320
20040
24560
47705
January
15305
15840
17460
17250
18760
17575
22700
19225
20640
25895
50145
February
14400
13095
16910
15920
17575
16370
21290
18555
20195
24675
44235
March
14285
12705
17020
15515
17640
16110
21290
18600
20215
24360
44445
April
15100
13110
18030
16165
18135
16825
21910
18960
20595
24555
46275
May
15140
12930
18110
15860
17655
16170
21320
18345
19990
23675
46415
June
15295
13630
18505
15975
17645
16270
21180
18370
20050
22760
46415
July
16245
14580
18890
16490
18200
17080
21215
19145
20670
22700
45720
August
16915
16215
19535
17470
19755
18010
22055
20305
22055
23800
44775
September
16580
15415
18985
17965
19285
18370
22335
20180
21660
23645
42780
2006-07
(O.C)
(O.C)
(N.C)
(O.C)
(O.C)
(O.C)
(O.C)
(N.C)
(O.C)
(O.C)
(O.C)
October
16370
14730
17785
17575
18555
17900
21835
19650
20630
23145
42590
November
16305
14730
17395
17075
18275
17510
20470
19045
20030
28905
35590
(N.C)
(N.C)
(N.C)
(N.C)
(N.C)
(N.C)
December
15825
14660
17435
17010
18220
17600
20630
19045
19920
28825
35495
January
15630
14610
17310
16755
17955
17550
20250
18935
19805
23405
35495
February
15690
15595
18365
18415
19350
18515
21085
19955
20360
23575
36200
March
16375
16945
19910
19470
20270
19760
22300
20835
21390
24445
36580
April
16650
17520
20310
19770
20610
20420
22910
21025
21600
24535
35805
May
16520
16685
20420
19240
19965
19495
22390
20370
21090
24455
35485
May
16520
16685
20420
19240
19965
19495
22390
20370
21090
24455
35485
June
16810
17025
20795
19440
20120
19715
22425
20755
21310
24455
35205
July
17800
18175
21740
20415
21505
20890
23360
21910
22460
24795
35625
August
17840
17790
21740
20635
21880
21270
23375
22125
22770
25005
35530
September
17465
17715
20940
20795
21880
21180
23540
22355
23245
25005
35485
October
17280
17415
19330
20420
20815
20725
22430
21255
21985
25005
33100
November
18775
17135
19970
20200
20850
20520
22055
21180
21835
23145
31660
December
18785
17135
20640
20125
20675
20630
22440
21100
21930
23395
31660
January
19060
18735
21610
21080
21750
21320
23245
22055
23120
24130
32325
February
18840
18710
22045
21530
22270
21800
23930
22820
23745
24520
33340
March
20475
19105
21110
21845
22965
22355
25060
23610
24740
26770
34395
April (P)
21615
18990
22700
22495
23695
23035
25550
24115
25110
27190
34395
2007-08
(P)= Provisional Figures
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data bytes US Import of Textiles (Year-To-Date) Value (Million $) March ‘07
Quantity (Mn. sq. mtrs.)
March ‘08
March ‘07
UVR ($/sq. mtrs.)
March ‘08
Share in Imports (%)
March ‘07
March ‘08
1.8
March ‘07
March ‘08
Total Imports World
22666.24
21796.47
12406.71
11838.77
1.8
China
6996.80
6619.79
4500.98
4425.32
1.6
1.5
30.87
30.37
India
1408.61
1473.28
717.23
721.12
2.0
2.0
6.21
6.76
714.79
690.29
769.09
684.60
0.9
1.0
3.15
3.17
6.64
Pakistan
Yarns World
378.79
346.23
891.50
747.684
0.4
0.5
China
20.22
22.97
60.37
84.096
0.3
0.3
5.34
India
17.60
15.33
53.12
41.929
0.3
0.4
4.65
4.43
Pakistan
18.21
7.18
60.09
23.6
0.3
0.3
4.81
2.07
World
1293.26
1292.69
2108.10
1977.79
0.6
0.7
China
225.67
254.31
361.51
385.43
0.6
0.7
17.45
19.67
India
43.03
48.51
102.30
105.78
0.4
0.5
3.33
3.75
Pakistan
44.95
26.52
77.45
470.48
0.6
0.1
3.48
2.05
0.9
Fabrics
Made ups/Misc. World
3527.91
3576.88
3969.13
3921.31
0.9
China
1854.17
1915.42
2422.71
2427.65
0.8
0.8
52.56
53.55
India
417.43
469.54
313.14
320.45
1.3
1.5
11.83
13.13
Pakistan
329.44
339.87
472.70
460.26
0.7
0.7
9.34
9.50
3.2 26.69
Apparel World
17466.28
16580.67
5437.98
5191.98
3.2
China
4896.75
4426.09
1656.38
1528.15
3.0
2.9
28.04
India
930.55
939.90
248.67
252.96
3.7
3.7
5.33
5.67
Pakistan
322.20
316.73
158.85
153.68
2.0
2.1
1.84
1.91 Source: OTEXA
Progress of Tufs Period
Applications Received No.
Cost of Project
(In Mn. Kgs.) Applications disbursed
Applications sanctioned No.
Project
Amount
No.
Amount
1999-2000
407
5771
309
5074
2421
179
746
2000-2001
719
6296
616
4380
2090
494
1863
2001-2002 2002-2003
472 494
1900 1835
444 456
1320 1438
630 839
401 411
804 931
2003-2004
867
3356
884
3289
1341
814
856
2004-2005
986
7941
986
7349
2990
801
1757
2005-2006
1086
16194
1078
15032
6776
993
3962
6248 475.32
50154 209.7
6217 476.72
48145 220.29
19863 193.14
6123 516.62
16530 317.18
2684
12076
2678
12494
5030
2614
6496
383
4294
390
4313
1701
370
1353
600.78
181.2
586.67
189.68
195.63
606.49
379.98
11279
93447
10990
86026
36950
10216
27449
2006-2007 (%) variation March, 2007 (P) March, 2006 (%) variation March, 2007 March, 2006 As on 31.03.2007
Note:-Since the format for submission of data has been revised, some of the lending agencies have still not submitted their data for the month of March-07 and the same will be incorporated as and when received.
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Source: Office of the Textile Commissioner, Mumbai
data bytes Production of Fabrics in Different Sectors 2003-04
2004-05
2005-06
2006-07
(Mn. Sq. Mtrs.) 2007-08
2007-08 (A)
(Apr-Oct) (P) Mill Sector Cotton
969
1072
1192
1305
1131(-1200)
1235
Blended
253
243
100% Non Cotton
212
211
252
330
372(-300)
403
212
111
95(-102)
Total
1434
1526
1656
106
1746
1598(-1602)
1744
Cotton
4519
4792
117
146
5236
5717
5576(-5197)
6242
145
99
110(-88)
106 726
Handloom Sector Blended 100% Non Cotton
857
784
727
720
685(-652)
Total
5493
5722
6108
6536
6371(-5937)
Cotton
6370
7361
8821
9647
9132(-8808)
10550
Blended
4688
4526
4632
5025
4457(-4641)
5451
Decentralised Power Looom Sector
100% Non Cotton Total
15889
16438
17173
18207
17562(-16470)
19303
26947
28325
30626
32879
31151(-29919)
35304
Decentralised Hosidery Sector Cotton
6182
7430
8624
9569
9058(-8706)
10618
Blended
1010
1117
1269
1428
1296(-1283)
1607
100% Non Cotton Total
655
565
525
507
368(-472)
420
7847
9112
10418
11504
10721(-10461)
12645 28645
All Sectors Cotton
18040
20655
23873
26238
24897(-23911)
6068
6032
6298
6882
6234(-6312)
7567
100% Non Cotton
17613
17998
18637
19545
18710(-17696)
20555
Total
41721
44685
48808
52665
49841(-47919)
56767
662
693
769
724
663(-663)
724
42383
45378
53389
50504(-48582)
57491
Blended
Khadi, Wool & Silk Grand Total
49577
P = Provisional; A = Annualised Figure Figures in bracket indicate the corresponding figures of the previous year.
Source: O/o the Textile Commissioner
Growth in Capacity of Cotton / Manmade Fibre Textile Mills (Non SSI) Year
No. of Mills Spinning
Composite
Installed Capacity Total
Spindles
Rotors
(Mn.)
0
Looms 0
31-03-1997
1438
281
1719
33.15
276
124
31-03-1998
1504
278
1782
33.88
313
124
31-03-1999
1543
281
1824
34.72
383
123
31-03-2000
1565
285
1850
35.10
392
123
31-03-2001
1565
281
1846
35.53
394
123
31-03-2002
1579
281
1860
35.75
409
123
31-03-2003
1599
276
1875
36.10
379
119
31-03-2004
1564
223
1787
34.02
383
88
31-03-2005
1566
223
1789
34.24
385
86
31-03-2006
1570
210
1780
34.14
395
73
31-03-2007
1608
200
1808
35.61
448
69
31-03-2008
1597
176
1773
39.07
621
71
(P)= Provisional
Source: O/o the Textile Commissioner MAY-JUNE - 2008 31
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data bytes Production of Spun Yarn (SSI & Non-SSI Units) Month / Year
(in Mn. Kgs)
Production of Yarn Cotton
Blended
100% N.C.
G. Total
2002-03
2177.16
584.61
319.61
3081.37
2003-04
2120.71
589.33
341.76
3051.80
2004-05
2272.26
584.97
366.29
3223.52
2005-06
2520.87
588.11
349.31
3458.29
2006-07 (P)
2823.59
635.1
354.6
3813.39
2006-07 (April-Dec)
2104.95
479.28
264.32
2848.55
2007-08 (April-Dec)
2216.46
507.90
283.22
2997.58
5.30
5.97
7.15
5.23
% Change (P)= Provisional
Source: O/o the Textile Commissioner
Production of Manmade Filament Yarn Month/ Year
(in Mn. kg.)
Filament yarn Viscose
Polyester
Nylon
Poly propylene
Total
2002-03
50.8
995.37
29.73
24.41
1100.31
2003-04
53.17
1013
30.99
20.82
1117.98
2004-05
53.56
1003.63
35.41
16.3
1108.9
2005-06
53.09
1075.82
36.84
13.58
1179.33
2006-07 (P)
53.98
1270.83
32.25
13.41
1370.48
2006-07 (April-Feb)
49.27
1158.03
29.64
12.17
1249.08
2007-08 (April-Feb)
47.12
1296.75
25.18
9.64
1378.69
% Change
-4.36
11.98
-15.05
-20.79
10.38
(P)= Provisional
Source: O/o the Textile Commissioner
Production of Fibres Synthetic
Raw Cotton
As on
(Oct-Sept)
(In Mn. Kgs.)
PSF
ASF
PPSF
Cellulosic
Sub
VSF
Total
22002-03
2312
582.13
105.27
2.46
224.61
914.47
2003-04
2907
612.58
117
2.74
221.01
953.33
2004-05
4131
644.16
127.61
2.88
247.95
1022.6
2005-06
4097
628.15
107.81
3.08
228.98
968.02
2006-07 (P)
4760
791.99
97.13
3.52
246.83
1139.47
2006-07 (April-Feb)
--
720.97
90.23
3.21
223.24
1037.68
2007-08 (April-Feb)
--
809.73
73.23
3.19
254.13
1140.28
% Change
--
12.31
-18.84
-0.62
13.84
9.89
Source: O/o the Textile Commissioner
P=Provisional
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ex p o r t wa t c h
YnFx Yarn Price List - 25th April 2008 Cotton
Shankar 6 MCU-5 CURRENT 1 YR AGO CURRENT 1.58 1.37 1.65 Cotton Combed Yarn YARN TYPE CURRENT 1 MO. AGO 20s CH 2.41 2.40 30s CH 2.70 2.70 40s CH 2.97 2.98 20s CW 2.46 2.55 30s CW 2.74 2.75 40s CW 3.03 3.03 Polyester Staple Fiber DENIER CURRENT 1 MO. AGO 0.80 NA NA 1.20 NA NA 1.40 NA NA 1.50 1.50 1.52 7D NA 1.50 14D NA NA Viscose Staple Fiber DENIER CURRENT 1 MO. AGO 1.2D Du NA NA 1.5D Du 2.96 2.96 1.5D Br 2.83 2.83 Blended (65/35)
Filament Yarn
Textured Yarn
Bunny 1 YR AGO CURRENT 1.48 1.62 MAR EXP 2.33 2.63 2.87 NA 2.60 2.96
YARN TYPE 20s KH 24s KH 30s KH 20s KW 24s KW 30s KW
MAR EXP NA NA NA NA NA NA
YARN TYPE 20s 30s 40s 50s 60s
MAR EXP NA NA NA
YARN TYPE 20/1 OE 30/1 OE 20/1 Ring 30/1 Ring
Polyester / Cotton YARN TYPE CURRENT 1 MO. AGO MAR EXP 8s NA NA NA 10s NA NA 2.08 20s 2.50 2.45 2.33 30s 2.72 2.70 2.50 40s 2.91 2.90 2.94 50s NA NA NA 60s NA NA NA Polyester Filament Yarn YARN TYPE CURRENT 1 MO. AGO MAR EXP 70/34 1.69 1.67 NA 130/34 1.57 1.57 NA 250/34 2.00 1.96 NA
YARN TYPE 75/34 150/48 75/72 75/108 150/108
Polyester Textured Yarn CURRENT 1 MO. AGO MAR EXP 2.00 2.00 NA 1.85 1.80 NA 2.15 2.10 NA 2.20 2.15 NA 2.03 1.97 NA
YARN TYPE 10s 15s 20s 30s 40s 50s 60s YARN TYPE 20/1 SD 40/10 SD 20/1 Br 44/24 Br 70/24 Br
Cotlook A 1 YR AGO CURRENT 1 YR AGO 1.46 1.69 1.26 Carded CURRENT 1 MO. AGO MAR EXP 2.23 2.20 2.27 2.35 2.35 2.40 2.48 2.45 2.33 2.26 2.23 2.20 2.36 2.35 2.26 2.51 2.52 2.60 100% Polyester Spun Yarn CURRENT 1 MO. AGO MAR EXP 1.95 1.90 1.97 2.20 2.15 2.12 NA NA 2.46 NA NA NA NA NA 2.76 100% Viscose Spun Yarn CURRENT 1 MO. AGO MAR EXP 3.10 3.00 NA 3.25 3.15 3.41 3.00 3.10 3.15 3.20 3.35 3.15 Polyester / Viscose CURRENT 1 MO. AGO MAR EXP 2.39 2.37 NA 2.50 2.47 NA 2.54 2.56 NA 2.62 2.66 2.79 3.00 3.03 3.13 NA NA MA NA NA NA Nylon Filament Yarn CURRENT 1 MO. AGO MAR EXP 5.20 5.25 NA 4.20 4.20 NA 5.40 5.50 NA 4.30 4.30 NA 4.10 4.10 NA Exchange rate on 25/04/08-40.14
Note: Export price is the Mode Price of all the respective yarn type. In case where the Mode could not be calculated, prices have been Averaged. Exp prices-are the actual FOB prices and may contain portion of commission.
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survey
YnFx Business Confidence Survey Report The 11th Quarterly Survey on the
reached over US$100 in the beginning
No. of mills
Business Confidence of Indian textile companies indicates a more confident
of 2008, thus also raising petrochemical prices. Howeve r,
Spindles (mln)
textile industry in the next three months. Following a set back on the
synthetic yarn manufacturers had a natural hedge, as the adverse effect
Looms (Mills)
1,777 34.87
Rotors
460,000 56,000
of their exports getting expensive was set off by cheaper imports of their raw
Knitting machines Workers (Nos)
940,000
Confidence survey, as the situation has stabilized.
material. About the constraints faced by the
Powerloom units
440,865
Powerlooms
2.00 mln
The Business Confidence Index which reflects the expectation of the
sector, over 50% of the respondents pointed Electricity power to be the
Handlooms
3.89 mln
textile industry in the current quarter showed some recovery. The Index
biggest hurdle while 30% asserted that the demand was not present. Labour
stood at 72.09 for the quarter January -March, 2008 as against 70.19 in the
and infrastructure constraints.
other
prices. Howev er, synthetic y a r n manufacturers have a natural hedge,
last quarter. Among all the respondents 58% expected a better current quarter
Indian Textile Industry Recent Trends
as the adverse effect of their exports getting expensive was set off by
as compared to 48% in the last survey. The Current Status Index showing
Though the current fiscal 2007-08, has seen growth in textiles, a weak
cheaper imports of their raw material. Total yarn production increased
the business conditions in the OctoberDecember 2007 as expected declined
dollar, high cotton prices and global competition has given a tough time to
7% in 2007-08 compared to the 11% increase in 2006-07. Total spun yarn
by 15%. About 58% of the respondents thought the current status
the sector. This was in a year with over 9% economic growth and a
production being 2.9 million tones of which cotton yarn production was 2.2
to be about the same and the ones who thought it was better - made up
record cotton production of 30 million bales. Man-made yarn manufacturers
million tones. According to Index of Industrial
only 14% of the respondents. This shows that the bottom lines are still
also had to face record raw material prices. Crude oil price reached over
Production (IIP) data, Cotton yarn production increased by 5.7% and
under pressure. The Margin Expectations Index,
US$100 a barrel in the beginning of 2008, thus also raising petrochemical
cotton cloth production increased by 4.2%, while wool, silk and man-made
exports side due to a strong rupee, as indicated by the last Business
which indicates the future profitability, is lower by 15%. High crude oil and
were
450
Share in world (spindleage)
19.6
Textiles Production
cotton prices have stretched raw material costs. Only about 47% of the
Cotton
respondents expect the prices of their raw material to be the same and 35%
(Mln. kgs.)
Fibers MMFs
Total
Spun
Yarns Filament
Total
(Mln. kgs.)
Cloth prodn (Mln sq. mtrs.)
of the respondents thought that raw material prices will jump in the current
1999-00
2,652
835
3,487
3,046
894
3,939
38,626
2000-01
2,380
904
3,284
3,160
920
4,080
39,675
quarter. Though the current fiscal 2007-08,
2002-02
2,686
834
3,520
3,101
962
4,063
41,390
has seen growth in the Indian textile sector, a weak dollar, high cotton
2002-03
2,312
914
3,226
3,081
1,100
4,182
41,311
2003-04
2,907
953
3,860
3,052
1,118
4,170
41,721
prices and global competition has given a tough time to the sector. This
2004-05
4,131
1,023
5,154
3,224
1,109
4,332
44,685
2005-06
4,097
967
5,064
3,458
1,179
4,638
48,808
was in a year with over 9% economic growth and a record cotton production
2006-07
4,760
1,139
5,899
3,813
1,370
5,184
52,689
of 30 million bales. Man-made yarn manufacturers also had to face record
2006-07
943
943
2,848
1,010
3,858
39,317
2007-08
855
855
2,994
1,124
4,118
40,660
raw material prices. Crude oil price
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Apr-Dec
survey Spun Yarn and Fabric Production Yarn (million kgs.) Cotton Blended Yarn Yarn
fibre textiles by 4.5% compared to the corresponding period in 2006.
Cloth (million sq.mtrs)
100% Non Cotton Yarn
Total Cotton Blended Yarn Yarn
100% Non Cotton Cloth
Total
The overall production of fabrics increased by 3.4% in the period AprilDecember compared to 7.7% increase in 2006-07. The growth in the Mills
1999-00
2,204
621
221 3,046 18,989
5,913 13,724 38,626
2000-01
2,267
646
248 3,160 19,718
6,351 13,606 39,675
2002-02
2,212
609
280 3,101 19,769
6,287 15,334 41,390
2002-03
2,177
585
320 3,081 19,300
5,876 16,135 41,311
2003-04
2,121
589
342 3,052 18,040
6,068 17,613 41,721
2004-05
2,272
585
366 3,224 20,655
6,032 17,998 44,685
2005-06
2,521
588
349 3,458 23,873
6,298 18,637 48,808
2006-07
2,824
635
355 3,813 26,225
6,881 19,583 52,689
(SITP) launched in 2005 have been approved for continuation in the 11th
2006-07
2,105
509
234 2,848 19,512
5,226 14,579 39,317
2007-08
2,204
536
254 2,994 20,276
5,118 15,266 40,660
Five Year Plan. The Indian textile market can be
Apr-Dec
Production of Man-made Fibres and Filaments (Mln kgs) Polyester Fibre
Viscose
Fil. Fibre
Acrylic Nylon Polypropylene Total %chg
Fil.
Fibre
Fil.
Fibre
Fil.
sector was negative whereas in the Powerlooms was 3% and in the Handlooms was 7.5%. The two flagship schemes of the Ministry of Textiles, namely the Technology Upgr adation Fund Scheme (TUFS), launched in 1999 and the Scheme for Integrated Textile parks
broadly be classified into three categories based on consumption, that is the domestic house hold sector contributing 60% of the consumption,
1999-00
551
801
202
49
79
26
2
17
1,729
2000-01
566
820
236
55
99
26
2
18
1,824
2002-02
551
866
185
48
95
28
2
20
1,796 -1.5
2002-03
582
995
225
51
105
30
2
24
2,015 12.2
2003-04
613 1,013
221
53
117
31
3
21
2,071
2.8
2004-05
644 1,004
248
54
128
35
3
16
2,132
2.9
2005-06
628 1,076
228
53
108
37
3
14
2,146
0.7
2006-07
792 1,271
247
54
97
32
4
13
2,509 16.9
industry seems to be coming back even as the margins are expected to
1,864
tighten. Manufacturers are facing both higher raw material prices both for
5.5
Apr-Dec 2006-07
598
935
179
40
75
25
3
10
2007-08
674 1,057
208
39
58
20
3
8
2,067 10.9
Trends in Textiles Exports (US$ Mln) 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 Fibres
2006-07
59
266
182
742
1,550
Yarn/fabric/madeups Of cotton
5,085 3,351
5,593 3,395
5,887 3,450
6,416 3,945
6,812 4,137
Of manmade fibre Of silk
1,372 311
1,761 379
1,963 405
1,958 428
2,165 427
Of wool Readymade garments
51 5,690
58 6,445
70 6,777
85 8,618
84 8,695
Of cotton Of manmade fibre
4,445 727
4,790 768
5,044 739
6,554 1,026
6,752 871
Of silk Of other material
137 162
379 229
405 241
261 407
257 452
Of wool Carpets
218 533
280 586
636 636
853 853
887 887
Jute Coir products
188 73
242 78
276 106
296 133
258 156
785 12,413
500 13,709
377 #####
462 #####
372 18,730
Handcraft (Excl Carpet) Total
the industrial and technical textiles and the export sector which contributes 19% of the consumption. With a robust economic growth and urbanization, domestic house hold sector will play a vital role in the future development. Conclusion The confidence of the textile
natural and man-made fibers. Inspite of a bumper cotton crop of 30 million bales cotton prices are at its highest, not just domestic but global. Crude oil price is over US$100 a barrel. The last Business Confidence survey showed week expectations which has now reflected in the current status index. Probably among lack of infrastructure, shortage of power is the most daunting whereas an economic slowdown is also threatening. No matter how hard the conditions are and how uncertain the future, modern technology is the only way and more than half the firms are willing to go ahead with tech up gradations. Along with better technology, developing new products is about to be the choice of MAY-JUNE - 2008 35
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survey the Indian textile Inc followed by diversifying into new markets. Respondents had strong perceptions of the destination from which growth could possibly come. Expectations of Europe as a major destination for growth just got stronger followed with Asia and South America. On the production side, there has been a slow down in production. Total yarn production has increased by 7% in 2007-08 and fabric production increased 3.4% in April-December, 2007. Appendix I: Statistical Tables YnFx Textile Business Indices For qtr ended
Current
Business
Margin
Status Index
Confidence Index
Expectation Index
March 2005
75.00
June 2005
66.13
86.54
50.00
September 2005
80.26
83.87
48.39
December 2005
82.50
81.58
50.66
March 2006
78.21
87.50
51.25
June 2006
69.32
85.90
48.72
September 2006
75.53
81.82
49.43
December 2006
54.17
88.30
53.72
March 2007
73.91
84.38
52.08
78.26
51.09
70.19
54.90
72.09
47.67
June 2007 September 2007
50.96
December 2007
43.02
March 2008
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