Initiatives

Find out how we can help your organisation to grow

We want to strengthen the textiles industry in Scotland by supporting research and development, collaboration and innovative ideas that will maximise global opportunities and develop our vision.

Profile

We are continually looking at new ways of developing the Scottish brand and raising the textile industry’s profile both at home and internationally.

  • Scotland’s textiles sector is a dynamic and highly technical industry operating in the global economy.
  • Heritage and tradition underpin exciting modern design-led quality in the fashion sector.
  • We are world-leaders in medical and performance textiles.

Innovation

Find out how you can stay at the cutting edge by tapping into a wide range of initiatives designed to foster innovation. Whether it’s fashion or technical textiles, new ideas are driving business forward. A culture of innovation is essential for the industry to thrive.

Trends information service

We work in association with The Lighthouse in Glasgow, Scotland's national centre for architecture and design, to provide a detailed trends information service.

For more information, visit our background and research page

People and business

A strong textiles sector in Scotland needs the right people supported by the right infrastructure to enable its success. We are committed to providing training and support to help you and the people in your business to grow. Our leadership and best practice programmes include visits to companies operating at the cutting edge and provide access to a wide range of expertise.

Networking

Find out where to meet up with other like-minded people with an interest in Scottish textiles.

More information is available on our networking page