Erce Ercegil, the Country Manager of USB Certification Türkiye, and Ali Ertuğrul, the Technical and Quality Manager, attended the first day of the Better Cotton Field Visit event held on October 7, 2024. This event, which addressed sustainable cotton production and agricultural innovations, brought together experts in the sector, offering opportunities for knowledge sharing and…
According to Textile Exchange’s 2024 Materials Market Report, global fiber production reached a record high of 124 million tonnes in 2023. The report shows that the market share of synthetic fibers increased, while cotton and recycled fibers saw a decline. Key takeaways: Record Fiber Production: Global production grew by 7% from 116 million tonnes in…
The European Commission has introduced a CBAM Self-Assessment Tool to assist importers in preparing for new reporting requirements as part of the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). This innovative tool allows businesses importing carbon-intensive goods into the EU to quickly determine whether their products are subject to the mechanism during its transitional phase, running…
We are proud to announce that USB Certification is now one of the pioneering signatories to Textiles 2030 (WRAP), the UK’s most ambitious voluntary agreement aimed at reducing the environmental impact of clothing and home textiles in line with the Paris Agreement and the UN Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action. As part of Textiles…
Textile Exchange has introduced another innovation in the process of complying with sustainability standards by launching the eTransaction processes, which will be conducted via the eTrackit system for the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) and Recycled Claim Standard (RCS). As of September 18, 2024, this system aims to enhance traceability and transparency in the field of…
We are pleased to share important news regarding the latest update to the Sustainable Fibre Alliance (SFA) Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard. As one of the Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) impacted by these changes, we want to ensure our clients are informed and prepared for the transition. On October 1st, 2024, SFA will officially publish…
The Rainforest Alliance has recently introduced an innovative new e-course and toolkit on Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD), available for free to the public. Originally designed for farmer groups and mining associations in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, this resource is applicable across various sectors and regions, offering valuable tools that can be adapted for use…
As USB Certification, we bring you our updated and comprehensive training programs delivered by our expert trainers in their respective fields. Our updated Türkiye training schedule, designed to enhance participants’ knowledge and skills by combining both theoretical knowledge and practical applications, is now available. These trainings aim to enable participants to quickly integrate what they…
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is launching the revision process for Version 8.0 and invites stakeholders from across the textile industry to participate. A multi-stakeholder Standard Revision Committee (SRC) is being established to help guide the future of organic textiles. SRC members will have the opportunity to: Join 5-8 virtual consultations throughout 2025 Provide…
We are excited to announce that USB Certification was represented by our Founder, Nesrin Serin, and Strategy & Business Development Director, Emre Metin, at the prestigious ITMF (International Textile Manufacturers Federation) and IAF (International Apparel Federation) Conference held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. This significant event brought together key industry leaders and stakeholders to discuss the future…
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