Industry news brief
Industry WatchMiddle East orders enter their peak season: abaya and festive dress production begins
Roughly 90 days before Ramadan and Eid is the traditional peak for Middle Eastern orders. LIUYU's Middle East range — abaya and festive dresses — is now in production. Slots are tight, so new orders should be secured early.
Autumn/winter fabric market: enquiries for wool blends and recycled fibres rise sharply
This season more enquiries are for wool blends and recycled cellulose fibres such as lyocell. Buyers are paying closer attention to fibre content and environmental certification, so allow time for fabric testing when quoting.
Small-batch quick response goes mainstream: sub-100-piece orders keep rising
More and more brands are replacing one large stock-up with small trials and fast reorders. Flexible lines and transparent scheduling are becoming the key measures buyers use to judge a manufacturer.
Freight rates ease, and export quote windows shorten
Ocean freight on major routes has fallen from the start of the year, and FOB quotes are now valid for as little as 7–14 days. Buyers should lock in production slots and shipping space soon after styles are confirmed.
The EU's new textile rules land in stages: European exports need fabric compliance
Requirements for fibre labelling and restricted substances on EU-bound orders keep tightening. LIUYU can provide fabric test reports and compliance advice for European clients, checked before shipment.
Womenswear factories in Guangzhou: a 2026 shortlist and how to choose
We sort Guangzhou's womenswear factories into six types — from in-house pattern rooms to Middle East specialists — explaining what each does best and who it suits, with an 8-point factory audit checklist.