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E-commerce festive season squeezes seller margins with higher fees, penalties

Amazon and Flipkart have revised cancellation penalties and logistics fees ahead of the festive season, impacting seller margins. Flipkart charges flat fees for delays and cancellations, while Amazon links penalties to order value. Rising logistics costs add to the burden.

Why it matters

Textile and apparel sellers on e-commerce platforms should factor in higher cancellation fees and logistics costs when planning festive season inventory and pricing.

SGCCI hosts UK-India business networking event in Surat on 27 Oct 2026

SGCCI, in collaboration with the UK Department for Business, will host a business and investment networking reception in Surat on 27 October 2026. The event aims to explore UK-India trade opportunities and investment partnerships.

Date
27 Oct 2026
Time
11:30 AM IST
Venue
6th Floor, Sanhati Building, SIECC, Campus, Sarsana, Surat
Organiser
SGCCI in collaboration with UK Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST)
Event details

Why it matters

Surat textile traders and manufacturers should attend to explore UK export opportunities and cross-border partnerships.

Free Modern Weaving Session · Surat · 18 November

SGCCI’s free Modern Weaving Technology introduction is for textile students and entrepreneurs. Join on 18 November 2026 at 5:30 PM IST at Samruddhi, Nanpura, Surat.

Date
18 Nov 2026
Time
5:30 PM IST
Venue
Samruddhi, Nr. Makkai Pool, Nanpura, Surat
Organiser
SGCCI
Event details

Why it matters

Check SGCCI’s official page for registration and updates before attending.

SGCCI to host National Safety Conference in Surat on Oct 24, 2026

The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI) will organise a one-day National Safety Conference on October 24, 2026, in Surat. The event, themed 'Protection • Productivity • Progress', focuses on workplace safety for a developed India.

Date
24 Oct 2026
Time
8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Venue
Platinum Hall, SIECC, Sarsana, Surat
Organiser
Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI) in association with the Labour, Skill Development & employment D
Event details

Why it matters

Textile MSMEs in Surat should consider attending to learn about safety regulations and compliance.

SGCCI offers visa recommendation letters for business travel

The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) provides visa recommendation letters to its members to simplify and expedite the visa application process for international business travel.

Why it matters

Textile traders and manufacturers planning overseas business trips should obtain a visa recommendation from SGCCI to streamline their visa applications.

SITEX 2027: Surat textile expo on 20–22 February

SGCCI will hold the 15th Surat International Textile Expo (SITEX 2027) on 20–22 February 2027, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Venue: Surat International Exhibition and Convention Centre (SIECC), Bhatar–Althan Road, near Khajod Chokdi, Sarsana, Surat. The exhibition brings together textile products, machinery and technology, with business networking and buyer–seller meetings.

Date
20–22 Feb 2027
Time
10:00 AM–7:00 PM IST, 20–22 February 2027
Venue
Surat International Exhibition & Convention Centre (SGCCI)
Organiser
The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI)
Event details

Why it matters

Plan supplier meetings and machinery comparisons in advance; confirm visitor registration and participation terms with SGCCI.

Food & Beverage Expo: 23–25 January 2027 in Surat

SGCCI will organise the Food & Beverage Expo on 23–25 January 2027 at Surat International Exhibition and Convention Centre (SIECC), Bhatar–Althan Road, near Khajod Chokdi, Sarsana, Surat. The exhibition covers food processing, procurement, machinery, products and allied services. Daily opening hours are not confirmed in the reviewed announcement; check the organiser’s official page before planning a visit.

Date
23–25 Jan 2027
Time
To be confirmed
Venue
Surat International Exhibition & Convention Centre (SGCCI)
Organiser
The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI)
Event details

Why it matters

Relevant for food-sector MSMEs and allied suppliers planning product sourcing, equipment comparisons or business meetings.

SGCCI 12-day course on circular knitting tech starts 21 Oct

SGCCI Education Programs starts a 12-day Circular Knitting Technology & Business course on 21 October 2026, Monday–Friday, 9:30–11:30 AM IST, at Samruddhi, Nr. Makkai Pool, Nanpura, Surat. Faculty Sejal Pandya will cover machine setup, yarn quality and production costing; the fee is ₹10,000 + GST. Confirm the final session date and full timetable with SGCCI.

Date
21 Oct – 6 Nov 2026
Time
09:30 AM - 11:30 AM IST
Venue
Samruddhi, Nr. Makkai Pool, Nanpura, Surat
Organiser
SGCCI
Event details

Why it matters

Relevant to production teams; check the complete timetable and course suitability before deciding to enrol.

SGCCI 12-day fabric identification course starts 21 Oct

SGCCI Education Programs starts a 12-day Fabric Identification course on 21 October 2026, Monday–Friday, 5–7 PM IST, at Samruddhi, Nr. Makkai Pool, Nanpura, Surat. Faculty Sejal Pandya will cover fibres, fabric structures and quality checks; the fee is ₹10,000 + GST. Confirm the final session date and full timetable with SGCCI.

Date
21 Oct – 6 Nov 2026
Time
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM IST
Venue
Samruddhi, Nr. Makkai Pool, Nanpura, Surat
Organiser
SGCCI
Event details

Why it matters

Relevant to sourcing and quality-control teams; check the full schedule and member discount before deciding to enrol.