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International Apparel Federation: ‘Import Duties are Threat to Entire Industries’

The International Apparel Federation (IAF) stated that the import duties implemented by the United States pose a direct threat to entire industries. In a statement, the federation wrote that there is a risk of destabilising economies and that the duties jeopardise the livelihoods of countless employees and entrepreneurs in the clothing industry....

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How the Sustainable Terms of Trade Initiative works toward fairer purchasing practices

When the going gets tough, it is often the manufacturing end of the supply chain that bears the brunt: orders get cancelled, payments delayed or delivery times ever shorter. In September 2021, the Sustainable Terms of Trade Initiative (STTI) was formed, a global, manufacturer-driven initiative focused on creating fairer purchasing practices in...

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IAF launches full-service export solution to help fashion companies succeed in the European market

The International Apparel Federation (IAF) is proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive export support solution called ‘Gateway to Europe’. This full service solution covers marketing and sales, logistics and fulfilment, customs and VAT, financial organization and compliance and regulations. A successful network of specialists Cross...

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Alvanon president joins IAF board

London - Alvanon president Ed Gribbin has been named to the board of directors of the International Apparel Federation (IAF), the world’s leading federation for apparel manufacturers, their associations, apparel retailers and the supporting industry. The announcement was made at the IAF’s board meeting in Germany by its president, Rahul Mehta,...

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IAF’s World Fashion Convention on the secret of successful export

The IAF’s 29th World Fashion Convention that took place in Shanghai this year showed how successful brands are able to bring make export across continents work. Mrs. GAo Mei Zhen, a member of the family owning perhaps China’s most famous brand, Bosideng, was very clear. “China is a big state of clothing”, she said, “but not yet a powerful state...