News
Network Connects in New Countries
Check out the highlights from Austria, Belgium, Finland, and Norway.
Network Roundup November 2019
Read this month’s update on trade and sustainability topics, with on the ground analysis from our international network.
Local Support Available to German and Austrian Members
We have expanded local support to our 900+ members in the region.
New Chair selected for Denmark
Meet our newly appointed Chair, Kari Brandt, with more than 20 years’ experience in the textile business.
amfori Opens Network in Australia and New Zealand
Learn more about our extended support to the Asia Pacific region and read the profile of our new Network Representative based in Sydney.
New Network Representative in Greater China
Welcome our new member of the Hong Kong office.amfori Welcomes New Member to Stakeholder Advisory Council
Rainforest Alliance will now join our advisory body.New Faces in Our International Network
amfori has new Chairs in Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. Check out their profiles and learn more about how they plan to contribute to your local Network.
Network Connects: Where Global Meets Local
Check out a sneak peek of our Network's recent activities from across the globe.
Opportunities for Bangladesh in the Leather Sector
amfori participated in the Bangladesh Leather-footwear & Leather-goods International Sourcing Show held in Dhaka.
Confronting Global Challenges in the Toy Industry
amfori and China Toy & Juvenile Products Association members shared their company strategies toward building a sustainable supply chain. Find out more in an upcoming workshop!
Promoting Sustainable Development with CSR Standards
amfori held the 18th Sino-European CSR Roundtable Forum with the WTO Tribune in Beijing.
FTA Gathers Regional Sustainability Leaders in Sri Lanka
In early October, FTA held the Asia Sustainability Symposium in Colombo to promote responsible business practices in Asian supply chains.
Boosting Social Performance in Thailand
FTA partnered with the Ministry of Commerce of the Royal Government of Thailand to launch a project to enhance social performance in Thai supply chains.
FTA Opens New Greater China Office
The new facilities will allow FTA to accommodate its growing local team and will increase the association’s support and presence in the region.
Discussing Sustainable Supply Chain Management with Spanish Businesses
FTA held a joint event with Forética on generating business opportunities through responsible trade in Madrid.
FTA Promotes Responsible Practices Among Businesses in India
FTA recently hosted a high-level forum with the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce for businesses to address trade and sustainability matters in Mumbai.
FTA Forum: Embracing the Bangladesh Vision 2021
In late March, FTA organised a high-level forum in Dhaka, Bangladesh to address the future social and employment challenges for the ready-made garments (RMG) and leather sector.
FTA Opens New Office in Bangladesh
In late March, FTA officially opened its new office in Dhaka, which will contribute towards an increased presence and support on the ground, as well as strengthened services.
FTA Revamps its Chinese Website
The site and features have been improved to provide increased support to members operating in the country, as well as local producers.
FTA Participates in Roundtable with Sri Lankan Prime Minister in Brussels
On 20 October, FTA Director General Christian Ewert moderated a high-level breakfast roundtable meeting on trade, investment and business opportunities in Sri Lanka – led by the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, the Hon. Ranil Wickramasinghe.
FTA Appoints New US & Canada Representative
Read more about our new country representative and plans to boost sustainability efforts in the US and Canada as well as assist FTA members sourcing from the region.