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Business Recorder
28-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Pakistan's Zaki Bashir joins Heimtextil advisory board
KARACHI: Heimtextil, the world's leading trade fair for home and contract textiles, has announced the appointment of Zaki Bashir, CEO of Gul Ahmed Textile Mills Ltd., to its Advisory Board. This landmark appointment marks the first time a Pakistani industry leader has joined the Board in Heimtextil's history. Bashir was officially welcomed by Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles & Textile Technologies at Messe Frankfurt, Ms. Margit Herberth, Director of Heimtextil, and Omer Salahuddin, CEO of Messe Frankfurt SP Pakistan. The leadership team expressed their appreciation for Bashir's participation and acknowledged the significance of this milestone for Pakistan's textile sector. The Heimtextil Advisory Board includes prominent figures from the global textile industry, representing leading associations such as the Association of the German Home Textiles Industry (HEIMTEX), the UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT), the German Textile Retailers Association, the Association of the German Wallpaper Industry (VDT), and several leading textile companies worldwide. Bashir brings with him a wealth of experience and a track record of leadership at Gul Ahmed, one of Pakistan's most respected vertically integrated textile companies, known globally for its innovation, quality, and commitment to sustainability. His appointment is expected to enhance Heimtextil's strategic outlook and reinforce its role as a global trendsetter in home and contract textiles. The upcoming edition of Heimtextil will take place in Frankfurt from January 13–16, 2026, and the previous exhibition of 2025 featuring over 3,000 exhibitors from around the world. With 275 participating companies, Pakistan is ranked 4th globally in terms of exhibitor presence – a testament to the country's growing influence in the global textile market. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
28-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Zaki Bashir joins Heimtextil advisory board
KARACHI: Heimtextil, the world's leading trade fair for home and contract textiles, has announced the appointment of Zaki Bashir, CEO of Gul Ahmed Textile Mills Ltd., to its Advisory Board. This landmark appointment marks the first time a Pakistani industry leader has joined the Board in Heimtextil's history. Bashir was officially welcomed by Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles & Textile Technologies at Messe Frankfurt, Ms. Margit Herberth, Director of Heimtextil, and Omer Salahuddin, CEO of Messe Frankfurt SP Pakistan. The leadership team expressed their appreciation for Bashir's participation and acknowledged the significance of this milestone for Pakistan's textile sector. The Heimtextil Advisory Board includes prominent figures from the global textile industry, representing leading associations such as the Association of the German Home Textiles Industry (HEIMTEX), the UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT), the German Textile Retailers Association, the Association of the German Wallpaper Industry (VDT), and several leading textile companies worldwide. Bashir brings with him a wealth of experience and a track record of leadership at Gul Ahmed, one of Pakistan's most respected vertically integrated textile companies, known globally for its innovation, quality, and commitment to sustainability. His appointment is expected to enhance Heimtextil's strategic outlook and reinforce its role as a global trendsetter in home and contract textiles. The upcoming edition of Heimtextil will take place in Frankfurt from January 13–16, 2026, and the previous exhibition of 2025 featuring over 3,000 exhibitors from around the world. With 275 participating companies, Pakistan is ranked 4th globally in terms of exhibitor presence – a testament to the country's growing influence in the global textile market. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
New Indian Express
28-04-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Pioneering Irinav Weavers launches ayurvedic mats to boost product line
KANNUR: Irinav Weavers, a name long synonymous with premium handwoven products, is once again turning heads with the launch of 'Aayur Mat' — an ayurvedic mat. Expertly crafted using advanced technology and infused with time-honoured ayurvedic ingredients, the mat is woven from 100% pure cotton and dyed with natural extracts of turmeric, nalpamaram (a blend of four tree barks), pathimukham (also known as East Indian rosewood), almond leaves, and hibiscus. A trailblazer in the country's textile sector, Irinav Weavers holds the distinction of being the first primary cooperative society in the country to receive permission for direct textile exports. Over the years, its products have found markets in Hong Kong, Japan, the Netherlands, the US, the UK, and Belgium. Entirely handwoven, the newly introduced mat combines traditional craftsmanship with practical design. It offers a non-slip grip on tile and marble surfaces, effectively absorbs sweat, and is designed to be easily rolled up and carried like a shoulder bag. 'We use herbal dyeing agents to colour the mats, which are specially designed for yoga and namaz. As of now, we are concentrating on the local market. However, we will soon launch the product globally,' society secretary Anilkumar said. Founded in 1975, the Irinav Weavers' Industrial Cooperative Society has built a proud legacy of preserving Kerala's weaving traditions while embracing innovation. The society employs over 100 skilled workers and ventured into the export market in the early 1990s. Irinav Weavers has been a regular participant at Heimtextil, the world's largest textile exhibition held in Germany. In 1995, it earned the prestigious gold medal from the Union ministry of textiles, recognising it as the country's best handloom cooperative society. For more than two decades, the cooperative has consistently exported bath mats valued at approximately Rs 50 lakh annually, while also introducing customised handwoven and hand-painted sarees to the domestic market. Their facility houses Jacquard, Dobby, and Turkey looms, which has helped enhance production capabilities. 'The society is based in the village of Irinav, around 12 km north of Kannur — a region steeped in weaving heritage. We've proudly served the export market for over 26 years, catering to clients in the US, Canada, Europe, Japan, Hong Kong, and Australia,' said Anilkumar. 'Our handloom collection includes cotton, linen, silk, and blended fabrics. We offer a wide range of made-ups such as curtains, cushion covers, table covers, runners, placemats, napkins, and coasters, alongside bed and bath linen including bedspreads, bed covers, pillows, bathrobes, bath mats, and terry towels. We also produce kitchen essentials like towels, aprons, mittens, pot holders, and bread baskets,' he said. Anilkumar added that the society can produce Jacquard fabrics of up to 250 cm in width and undertakes sampling and production of textile albums. The cooperative operates both traditional and modern production units, supported by strict quality control measures and a dedicated research, design, and development wing. 'We use high-quality yarn and raw materials, combined with the exceptional skills of our weavers. This craftsmanship, paired with AZO-free dyeing processes, has made Irinav Weavers a trusted name in quality textiles,' he affirmed.
