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TRADE & INDUSTRY
EURATEX seeks at ensuring improved access to world markets for Textile and Clothing companies, as well as a cost-effective European regulatory framework allowing SMEs to maintain competitive advantage and a sound industrial base in Europe.
INNOVATION & SKILLS
EURATEX works proactively with EU institutions and policy makers to support innovation, and promotes a range of initiatives to address the increasing challenge of attracting and retaining qualified human resources for the EU textile and clothing industry.
SUSTAINABLE BUSINESSES
True sustainability comes with great efforts, costs, investments in knowledge, research and innovation, and collaboration along the whole value chain. EURATEX works with its Members on Sustainable Businesses in chemicals policy, circular economy, sustainable supply chains and industrial emissions.
LATEST NEWS
ReHubs to unveil strategy and tactical action plan
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Brussels, September 2025 – The Circular Garment, flagship symbol of European textile innovation and interregional collaboration, will be unveiled to the public together with the “making of” documentary and backbone[…]
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EURATEX Responds to European Data Union Strategy Consultation
EURATEX has submitted its response to the European Commission’s consultation on the European Data Union Strategy, outlining how the initiative can drive innovation, cut red tape, and strengthen the competitiveness[…]
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