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Spiber Inc. and Consinee Group announce continuation of partnership
September 13th, 2024
Spiber Inc., a biotech company based in Yamagata, Japan, known for its Brewed Protein™ fiber, announced the continuation of its partnership with Consinee Group Co. Ltd., a textile manufacturer for luxury knitwear and woven garments based in Ningbo, China. Begun in 2023, the collaboration has allowed the two companies to explore new possibilities by combining Spiber's […]
Agenda details released for AASHTO 2024 Safety Summit
September 13th, 2024
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) recently released key agenda details for its 2024 Safety Summit and Peer Exchange, to be held October 15-17 in Houston. To register for the 2024 Safety Summit, click here. The summit brings together state department of transportation leaders, management, and practitioners – as well as transportation […]
Milliken & Company’s Polartec Power Shield Pro awarded R&D 100 Award
September 12th, 2024
Milliken & Company, a global manufacturer of flooring, textiles, chemicals and health care solutions based in Spartanburg, S.C., announced that Polartec® Power Shield™ Pro, its high-performance waterproof fabric, has been named a winner of the 2024 R&D 100 Awards. This recognition highlights Milliken's continued dedication to textile innovation. "We are honored to receive an R&D 100 Award […]
Norwalk Boat Show set for Sept. 19-22
September 12th, 2024
The 2024 Discover Boating® Norwalk Boat Show, in partnership with Progressive Insurance®, takes place Sept. 19-22 at Norwalk Cove Marina, Norwalk, Conn., to close out the summer boating season and bolster Q4 new boat sales for the region’s leading dealers and brands. This year’s show returns with more boats and brands for attendees to shop, […]
Efficient reclaimed water storage using geomembranes – Part 1
September 12th, 2024
By Felon Wilson Some say as much as 50% of the nation’s potable water is used for non-potable applications such as irrigation. A long discussed and growing trend is water reuse, simply defined as a beneficial use of reclaimed water. One state defines reclaimed water as “domestic or municipal wastewater that has been treated to […]
Precision Textiles to celebrate sustainability milestone at ISPA Conference
September 11th, 2024
Precision Textiles, a nonwoven and laminated solutions supplier for the automotive, health care and bedding industries based in Fairfield, N.J., announced the company will celebrate a sustainability milestone at the International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) Sustainability Conference taking place September 25–26, in Charlotte, N.C. The company will celebrate saving 13 million plastic bottles from waste […]
Call for proposals for ABYC educator forum
September 11th, 2024
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) is now accepting proposals for its upcoming Educator Forum meetings, which will take place on October 24 (via Zoom), January 22 (via Zoom), and April 2 (Hybrid–both online and in-person in Annapolis, Maryland). The Educator Forum provides a platform for high school and post-secondary educators, as well as […]
Top 12 finalists unveiled for America’s Transportation Awards
September 11th, 2024
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has revealed the Top 12 finalists for the 2024 America’s Transportation Awards. After four regional competitions this summer, state departments of transportation from California, Arizona, Washington State, New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Tennessee, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio achieved the highest scores. These finalists, […]
Recreational boating monthly data report available
September 10th, 2024
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Recreational Boating Industry Monthly Data Report is now available. The September report includes performance indicators on wholesale and retail sales of new powerboats and outboard engines, economic metrics and interactive graphs illustrating historical trends. The report includes several economic indicators, such as the U.S. Manufacturing PMI Index—which varies between […]
IECA Annual Conference & Expo – Feb. 25-28, 2025
September 10th, 2024
The International Control Association (IECA) Annual Conference & Expo will be held February 25-28, 2025, in Richmond, Va. and you can register here. This year’s event will bring together industry leaders, experts, and professionals to share insights, best practices, and solutions in erosion and sediment control, stormwater management, and sustainable practices. With over 100 educational […]