# Global Standards News [![](https://global-standards.org/images/news/archiv/gots-gots-images-pages/gots-logo_rgb_2018_transp_72dpi.png)](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1892:global-standard-to-launch-public-consultation-for-new-textile-standard-on-14-july&catid=14) ## [Global Standard to Launch Public Consultation for New Textile Standard on 14 July](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1892:global-standard-to-launch-public-consultation-for-new-textile-standard-on-14-july&catid=14) 10 July 2025 Stuttgart, Germany - Global Standard, the non-profit organisation behind the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), will launch the public consultation for a new voluntary sustainability standard, the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS), on Monday, 14 July 2025. This marks a signi… [Read full article](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1892:global-standard-to-launch-public-consultation-for-new-textile-standard-on-14-july&catid=14) [![](https://global-standards.org/images/news/archiv/gots-gots-images-pages/gots-logo_rgb_2018_transp_72dpi.png)](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1890:oecd-assessment-of-gots-indicates-strong-alignment-with-international-due-diligence-frameworks&catid=14) ## [OECD Assessment of GOTS Indicates Strong Alignment with International Due Diligence Frameworks](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1890:oecd-assessment-of-gots-indicates-strong-alignment-with-international-due-diligence-frameworks&catid=14) 30 June 2025 Stuttgart, Germany - Global Standard, the non-profit organisation behind the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), announces today the conclusion of an OECD Alignment Assessment of GOTS Version 7.0. The OECD evaluated the standard against its Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply… [Read full article](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1890:oecd-assessment-of-gots-indicates-strong-alignment-with-international-due-diligence-frameworks&catid=14) [![](https://global-standards.org/images/news/archiv/gots-gots-images-pages/gots-logo_rgb_2018_transp_72dpi.png)](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1889:global-standard-statement-concerning-the-oecd-alignment-assessment-of-the-global-organic-textile-standard-with-oecd-due-diligence-standards&catid=14) ## [Global Standard Statement concerning the OECD Alignment Assessment of the Global Organic Textile Standard with OECD Due Diligence Standards](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1889:global-standard-statement-concerning-the-oecd-alignment-assessment-of-the-global-organic-textile-standard-with-oecd-due-diligence-standards&catid=14) 30 June 2025 Stuttgart, Germany - Global Standard gGmbH, the non-profit organisation behind the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), is pleased to announce the results of the OECD Alignment Assessment of GOTS Version 7.0. This independent, standards-only evaluation was carried out as part of the OEC… [Read full article](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1889:global-standard-statement-concerning-the-oecd-alignment-assessment-of-the-global-organic-textile-standard-with-oecd-due-diligence-standards&catid=14) [![](https://global-standards.org/images/news/archiv/gots-gots-images-pages/gots-logo_rgb_2018_transp_72dpi.png)](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1885:global-standard-expands-scope-leverages-ai-innovation-and-amplifies-global-engagement-2024-annual-report-reveals-key-achievements-and-strategic-shifts&catid=14) ## [Global Standard expands scope, leverages AI innovation, and amplifies global engagement — 2024 Annual Report reveals key achievements and strategic shifts](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1885:global-standard-expands-scope-leverages-ai-innovation-and-amplifies-global-engagement-2024-annual-report-reveals-key-achievements-and-strategic-shifts&catid=14) 20 May 2025 2024 Highlights: GOTS Version 7.0 fully implemented GOTS Version 8.0 revision process started Global Standard Advisory Council approved first additional standard to GOTS Released results of AI satellite project differentiating organic and non-organic fields #Behindtheseams campaign reach… [Read full article](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1885:global-standard-expands-scope-leverages-ai-innovation-and-amplifies-global-engagement-2024-annual-report-reveals-key-achievements-and-strategic-shifts&catid=14) [![](https://global-standards.org/images/news/archiv/gots-gots-images-pages/gots-logo_rgb_2018_transp_72dpi.png)](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1886:meet-global-standard-at-the-intertextile-shenzhen-apparel-fabrics-2025&catid=14) ## [Meet Global Standard at the Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics 2025](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1886:meet-global-standard-at-the-intertextile-shenzhen-apparel-fabrics-2025&catid=14) 19 May 2025 Global Standard will participate in the Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics - Greater Bay Area International Trade Fair for Apparel Fabrics and Accessories, taking place from June 11 to 13, 2025, at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center (Futian), China, hosted by Messe Frankfurt. Feli… [Read full article](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1886:meet-global-standard-at-the-intertextile-shenzhen-apparel-fabrics-2025&catid=14) [![image placeholder](https://global-standards.org/images/news/1x1-white.jpg "image placeholder")](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1883:reclaim-trust-uk-roundtable&catid=14) ## [Reclaim Trust UK Roundtable](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1883:reclaim-trust-uk-roundtable&catid=14) 08 May 2025 Reclaim Trust UK Roundtable and Conference Exploring how textile standards play a key role in empowering customers Partners: GOTS, Sustainable Fashion Week, Sheepdrove Organic Farm Venue: Sheepdrove Organic Farm Eco-conference Centre Minibus… [Read full article](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1883:reclaim-trust-uk-roundtable&catid=14) [![image placeholder](https://global-standards.org/images/news/1x1-white.jpg "image placeholder")](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1881:gtb-shaping-a-more-transparent-data-driven-future-together&catid=14) ## [GTB - Shaping a more transparent, data-driven future together!](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1881:gtb-shaping-a-more-transparent-data-driven-future-together&catid=14) 15 April 2025 Stuttgart, Germany - The Global Trace-Base (GTB) is more than just a centralised data system — it’s a powerful tool designed to deliver unmatched traceability, transparency, and integrity. Developed by Global Standard gGmbH, GTB will collect and manage data on certified entities and certified pro… [Read full article](https://global-standards.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1881:gtb-shaping-a-more-transparent-data-driven-future-together&catid=14)