Sustainability has become a defining priority for the global apparel industry, driven by rising consumer expectations, evolving regulations, and the need for greater accountability across supply chains. As brands work to transform their operations, three pillars are emerging as critical to long‑term progress: ESPR, Digital Product Passports (DPP), and end‑to‑end traceability.
On March 24th, 2026, SGS had been invited as a guest speaker during the Cotton USA Summit 2026 where our expert provided his insights on how such frameworks are set to redefine what transparency and responsibility look like for apparel brands.
From strengthening supply chain data systems to adopting digital traceability tools, allowing participants to gain actionable guidance for building more resilient and future‑ready operations. Together, these developments mark a meaningful step forward as the industry accelerates its transition toward a more transparent, circular, and environmentally responsible future.
Achieve your sustainability goals, ensure regulatory compliance and meet the demands of your customers with SGS’ comprehensive range of sustainability solutions.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).
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