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US Customs race to build IEEPA tariff refund system
2026-03-24T11:23:00+00:00By Valentina Giannella
Around 330,000 US importers await refunds on $166bn in IEEPA tariffs as CBP builds a new processing system under court supervision.
EU-Mercosur deal in force provisionally May 1
2026-03-23T14:43:00+00:00By Valentina Giannella
Provisional tariff cuts on footwear and apparel into South America start May 1 – but full ratification is still years away.
Sports brands and retailers in line for tariff refunds
2026-03-06T13:23:00+00:00By Valentina Giannella
A court order now extends refund rights to all importers — not just those who sued. But the government is already appealing.

Ingredients Brands

BASF targets sports footwear outsoles with new material
2026-03-26T13:16:00+00:00By SGI Europe Editorial Team
Three-grade outsole material platform claims 41% lower carbon footprint than rubber, targeting running, hiking and lifestyle footwear manufacturers.
Lycra files for bankruptcy
2026-03-23T12:17:00+00:00By Pedro Rodríguez
The fiber supplier behind activewear and denim across global supply chains files with near-unanimous creditor backing for a 45-day restructuring.
Thermore launches T2T insulation made from textile waste
2026-03-12T11:27:00+00:00By SGI Europe Editorial Team
The Milan-based insulation supplier’s new free fiber draws 80% of its content from post-industrial textile scrap — not downcycled.

Suppliers

Why trade fairs are critical infrastructure in tariff-disrupted markets
2026-03-04T11:55:00+00:00Sponsored by LTP Group
Sporting goods manufacturers are rediscovering fairs as essential tools for material validation. LTP Group explains why tactile interaction has become a strategic necessity.
Women redefine performance beyond function in active lifestyle industry
2026-02-24T12:52:00+00:00Sponsored by Performance Days
Influenced by a strong female perspective in design and strategy, the industry is moving toward a balance of high-functionality, circularity, and sensory comfort.
EU’s new Ecodesign law takes effect
2026-02-12T07:17:00+00:00By SGI Europe Editorial Team
The new regulation requires companies to disclose discarded items and limit waste, with large firms required to comply by February 2027.

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Decathlon doubles down on warehouse robots
2026-03-26T11:44:00+00:00By SGI Europe Editorial Team
French robotics firm Exotec has deployed its Skyfleet program across seven Decathlon warehouse sites in five European countries, with some facilities doubling daily order output.
Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris 2026: Event guide
2026-01-26T07:27:00+00:00By SGI Europe Editorial Team
With 1,100 exhibitors and expanded activewear focus, the 2-4 February show addresses supply chain shifts and near-sourcing demand.
Your athlete’s shirt just became their personal trainer
2025-12-22T09:37:00+00:00By Valentina Giannella
New research maps 40 years of fabric innovation, from polyester to sensor-embedded textiles, revealing what works now and what’s coming next for brands.
UK ends tariff break on low-value imports
2025-11-26T12:47:00+00:00By SGI Europe Editorial Team
The UK will end tariff exemptions for imports under £135, aligning with EU plans to abolish its €150 threshold—moves that could reshape e-commerce and sporting goods retail.
Hyosung and Lenzing launch eco yoga fabrics
2025-11-21T07:29:00+00:00By SGI Europe Editorial Team
Hyosung and Lenzing introduce a yoga fabric collection blending bio-based spandex and wood-derived fibers, setting a new standard for sustainable activewear.
Haelixa secures recycled cotton proof
2025-11-20T17:02:00+00:00By SGI Europe Editorial Team
Haelixa and New Focus Textiles introduce DNA-based proof of recycled cotton, tackling greenwashing and compliance challenges for apparel and sportswear.