Sadhna / Kumar / Memon Consumption and Production in the Textile and Garment Industry

A Comparative Study Among Asian Countries
1. Auflage 2024
ISBN: 978-981-97-6577-5
Verlag: Springer Singapore
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: 1 - PDF Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 285 Seiten, eBook

Reihe: SDGs and Textiles

This book explores the consumption and production aspects of the textile and garment industry, with a focus on the challenges and opportunities being faced by the industry. It offers a thorough exploration of consumption and production dynamics within the textile and garment industry across vital Asian countries. It aims to unravel this vital sector's economic, cultural and technological intricacies of China, India, Vietnam, Bangladesh and South Korea. It further examines the environmental and social impacts of the industry, including issues such as pollution, waste and labor conditions. It will also explore emerging trends and innovations in the industry, such as sustainable materials and production methods and the rise of ethical consumerism. It is a valuable resource for students, researchers, policymakers and industry professionals interested in understanding and addressing this critical sector's challenges.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sadhna

Kumar, Rajesh

Memon, Hafeezullah

Greeshma, S.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction to the Asian Textile and Garment Industry.- Textile Heritage and Modern Innovations: Pakistan's Evolution in the Industry.- Sustainability and Manufacturing Practices in China: A Global Perspective.- Historical Context: Evolution of the Industry in China.- Fashion-tech Nexus: Exploring Australia's Innovative Textile Landscape.- Italian Artistry and Textile Craftsmanship: A Legacy of Elegance.- Cultural Influences on Consumption: Insights from India.- Economic Dynamics and Production Strategies in Vietnam.- Bangladesh: A Rising Force in Textile and Garment Production.- South Korea: Tradition and Innovation in the Textile Sector.- Comparative Analysis: Trends and Patterns Across Nations.- Sustainability Initiatives in the Asian Textile Industry.- Technological Innovations Shaping Production.- Consumer Behaviour: A Cross-country Perspective.- Market Access Challenges and Global Trade Relations.- Digitalization and E-commerce Trends in the Industry.- Future Outlook: Opportunities and Challenges for the Asian Textile and Garment Industry.

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. Sadhna received her Master of Science in Clothing and Textiles from Banasthali Vidyapith, Tonk, Rajasthan, India. Dr. Sadhna focuses on natural fibers research and woven fabrics, dyeing, and finishing. Her recent research interests include the study of moisture management properties of tri-layer knitted fabrics made from hollow polyester, bamboo, spun polyester and polypropylene, and tactile properties of seams by evaluating the characteristics of seams, such as seam compression, seam thickness, seam bending behavior, and surface friction of seams. In 2019, she received her Doctoral of Philosophy degree in Clothing and Textiles from Banasthali Vidyapith, Tonk, Rajasthan, India. Before joining Woxsen University, she was associated with Swami Vivakanand Subharti University, Meerut-India, as Head of the Department and Assistant Professor in the Fashion and Textile Department. She is engaged in the teaching and research of Apparel and Textile Science in the Department of Fashion Design at Woxsen University.

Rajesh Kumar is a graduate specializing in Knitwear from NIFT, Mumbai, and holds a degree in Masters of Fashion Management from Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka. His research interest is in Natural fibers and new product development. He has 12 years of industry and academic experience. He has served as Assistant professor at Manipal Academy of higher education, where he worked for five years, and he was Academic Coordinator at Swami Vivakanand Subharti University, Meerut, India. He works as Program Director and Assistant Professor at the Department of Fashion Design at Woxsen University, Hyderabad, Telangana.

Dr. Hafeezullah Memon received his B.E. in Textile Engineering from Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan, in 2012. He served at Sapphire Textile Mills as Assistant Spinning Manager for more than one year while earning his master’s degree in Business administration from the University of Sindh, Pakistan. He completed his master’s in Textile Science and Engineering from Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, China, and a Ph.D. in Textile Engineering from Donghua University in 2016 and 2020, respectively. Dr. Memon focuses on fiber-reinforced composites, textiles and management, and bio-based materials. He has published more than 60 peer-reviewed technical papers in international journals and conferences, filed more than ten patents, edited more than ten books and special issues, and worked on more than ten industrial projects. Dr. Memon is Fellow of the Textile Institute, Full Professional, and Active Member of the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE), the Society of Wood Science and Technology (SWST), the American Chemical Society (ACS), and the International Textile and Apparel Association (ITAA). Moreover, he is Registered Engineer of the Pakistan Engineering Council. He has served as Reviewer and Editorial Board Member of several international journals and has reviewed more than 600 papers.

Ms. Greeshma S is Ph.D. Scholar from the Department of Fashion Design, School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, Telangana. She holds a bachelor's degree in Costume Design and Fashion from Hindustan College of Arts and Science and a master's degree in Textiles From Avinashilingam University. She also has an experience of 2.5 years working as Assistant Professor at Rathinam College of Arts and Science and has published various articles including "Eco-Design: Focal Point of Sustainable Textiles", "Minimalism – Fashion Trend for 2020", "Sustainable Textiles", etc.