Demand for Indian Hand Weavers Find New Markets
Bangalore, India — Despite the limitations of hand production, Indian handloom weavers are meeting the challenges of the global marketplace and beating the odds. According to the Handloom Exports Promotion Council (HEPC), an autonomous… Read more.December 31, 1999
During Fabric Lag, Decorex Opts for Accessories
Syon Park, England (UK) — The twenty-second annual Decorex, held in West London's Syon Park from 8-12 September, featured 208 exhibitors and drew over 14,000 visitors from countries around the world. One portrait that emerged from the… Read more.December 31, 1999
Etun Builds New Mill
Tel-Aviv, Israel — Etun Ltd. is in the midst of an expansion process that includes building a modern weaving mill outside Tel-Aviv. Managing Director Immanuel Horn hopes the new plant – which is scheduled to be completed within… Read more.December 31, 1999
Focus Doubles Its Size in '99
London — In only its second year, Focus, held in London from 23-26 September, doubled in size, and established itself as the U.K.'s leading exhibition for the top end of the interior design industry. The international exhibition was conceived… Read more.December 31, 1999
Forum Dialogue Highlights Turbulence in Specifier-Contract Jobber 'Marriage'
Brussels, Belgium — The World Fabric Forum panel discussion at Decosit '99 provoked excitement and emotional discussion from both the panel members and the audience. Specifically, it brought to the fore a question regarding the position… Read more.December 31, 1999
Saudi Arabian Wholesaler Al-Guthmi Adds High-Priced Products
Dubai, United Arab Emirates — After concentrating for many years on the low to middle price range, Mohamed O. Al-Guthmi is expanding its marketing strategy to cover medium to high price points with better fabric lines than ever before,… Read more.December 23, 1999
Shanghai Victoria Opens China's Largest Fabric Showroom
Shanghai, People's Republic of China — At 10,000 square meters on four floors, the recently opened Victoria Fabric Depot is believed to be the largest fabric retailer in China today with 250 employees. The importance of the store to Shanghai… Read more.December 21, 1999