Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC| Hardik Patel Is the global textile market finally moving away from synthetic polymers back toward natural, sustainable cotton? 🧵🌱 In this interview recorded at Bharat Tex 2026, Hardik Patel from Shivam Cotton Industries breaks down why sustainability is the ultimate survival strategy for the cotton market. Discover how manufacturers are maintaining fiber strength and minimizing contamination while capitalizing on a massive global shift away from synthetic materials. @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Kapil Kumar Agarwal "The textile industry is always in a flux—always evolving, always changing." 🤖☀️ In this interview from Bharat Tex 2026, a leader from Sagar Group breaks down the major shifts reshaping global textiles—from raw material constraints to AI-driven supply chain transformation. Discover how large-scale manufacturers are balancing rapid tech adoption with sustainability through 30MW solar power investments and advanced water conservation. Key Discussion Points: • Managing raw material constraints and global manufacturing shifts across apparel, home, and technical textiles • Levering AI and data to transform factory operations and supply chain logistics • Sagar Group's green push: 30MW clean solar energy, water conservation, and resilient workforce strategy @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Kritidipta Lahkar How can global fashion brands solve supply chain fragmentation and launch new lines seamlessly? 🌿✨ Kritidipta Lahkar, Founder of Zopnik, breaks down his platform's custom approach to fashion execution, exporter challenges, and global expansion strategy. Key Insights Covered: • Solving broken supply chain systems for global fashion brands via a seamless delivery platform • Policy expectations and why re-introducing exporter incentives is crucial to compete with regional market rivals • Transitioning from event visitor to exhibitor at Bharat Tex and leveraging the platform to expand into the US, Europe, Australia, and South America @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | Curated by IFBEC | Jayant Maheshwari "Communication is key—staying human will be the biggest challenge as AI moves forward." 🤖💡 In this interview from Bharat Tex Connect, Surmanja Infotech explores how traditional fashion businesses can bridge the gap between legacy operations and modern digital expectations. Discover how leveraging AI, data-driven insights, global product terminology, and authentic customer communication can help apparel brands succeed online without losing their personal touch. Key Discussion Points: • A 3-step digital strategy: Authentic content, global product language, and proactive customer service • Optimizing fashion supply chains using AI, machine learning, and data-driven insights • Maintaining human-centric communication in an increasingly automated retail landscape @orangeotec @apparelmanufacturersofindia @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #BharatTexConnect #CuratedbyIFBEC #GlobalBusiness #SustainableTextiles #Decarbonization

Bharat Tex Connect | “India-NZ Wool & Textile Partnerships” | Mr. Mark Patterson | IFBEC The global textile industry is entering a new era of strategic expansion, driven by ambitious growth goals and strong cross-border partnerships. In this session of Bharat Tex Connect, Mr. Mark Patterson, Associate Minister of Agriculture, New Zealand, discusses the growing trade relationship and strategic alliance between New Zealand and India. Highlighting New Zealand's keen interest in India's visionary '5F' strategy and its capability as a premium supplier of strong wool, he outlines a shared vision for deeper bilateral collaboration and mutual growth. @orangeotec @apparel_manufacturers_of_india @textilebusinessdigest55 @textileinsightspublication @orangetec @amifairs @neha_gupta_ifbec @parikhvinit #SustainableTextiles #BharatTex2026 #BharatTexConnect #Textiles #GlobalBusiness