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SoftWear Automation secures $20 million in Series B1 funding round
August 21st, 2025
Image: SoftWear Automation SoftWear Automation, a sewing technology company, has announced the successful close of its $20 million Series B1 funding round. The funding round was led by a strategic investment from BESTSELLER, the Danish fashion company behind brands such as JACK & JONES, VERO MODA and ONLY. The investment was made through Invest FWD, […]
U.S. Department of Commerce adds 407 product categories to steel and aluminum tariffs
August 20th, 2025
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced Aug. 19 that 407 product categories will be added to the list of "derivative" steel and aluminum products covered by Section 232 tariffs. The steel and aluminum content of these products will be subject to a duty rate of 50%. Product categories added include wind turbines and their parts […]
Eastman, Huafon Chemical to establish Naia yarn manufacturing facility in China
August 20th, 2025
Image: Eastman Eastman has announced a formal strategic partnership with Huafon Chemical to establish a joint facility to produce cellulose acetate yarn. The facility will be dedicated to localized production of Eastman Naia™ cellulose acetate filament yarns in China. “China is the world’s largest textile supply chain hub and a frontier for product and technology […]
IPG Chicago facility receives TRUE zero-waste certification
August 19th, 2025
Image: Intertape Polymer Group Intertape Polymer Group (IPG), a global packaging and protective solutions provider, announced that its manufacturing facility in Chicago, Ill., has been awarded gold certification under the Total Resource Use and Efficiency (TRUE) rating system. The TRUE certification is administered by Green Business Certification Inc. and helps facilities measure and improve zero-waste […]
IBEX Innovation Awards entries due tomorrow
August 19th, 2025
Entries for the 2025 IBEX Innovation Awards are due by August 20. The awards highlight advancements that set new standards across design, engineering and consumer experience in marine technology, from propulsion systems and sustainable materials to electronics, safety and construction techniques. Recipients of an Innovation Award receive: Product evaluation by marine journalist judges On-site product display along Innovation […]
Adhesive film designs
August 18th, 2025
DI-NOC™ is sold in increments of 65, 131, 328 and 656 square feet. Photo: Designtex The DI-NOC™ line of architectural finish adhesive films now offers options such as vibrational texture, optical mesh, oxidized metals, large stone patterns and rare woods such as teak and mahogany. DI-NOC is built for easy maintenance, cleaning and disinfecting. Over […]
Coats acquires OrthoLite, accelerating footwear growth strategy
August 18th, 2025
Image: Coats Group Coats Group, a manufacturer of thread and structural components for apparel and footwear, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire OrthoLite Holdings LLC. The acquisition includes Cirql, a newly developed proprietary foam midsole technology that offers biodegradable or fully recyclable options. “The combination of Coats and OrthoLite is fantastic news for both […]
NetZERO collection by The Mitchell Group featured in Materials ConneXion library
August 15th, 2025
Image: The Mitchell Group The Mitchell Group has announced that its NetZERO™ collection is now featured in the Materials ConneXion® library, a global sustainable materials resource for architects, designers and manufacturers. The proprietary NetZERO hydro-based manufacturing process uses no solvents “Being added to the Materials ConneXion library is a significant recognition of NetZERO’s innovation and […]
New powerboat sales declined 10.2 percent in May
August 14th, 2025
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) pointed to mixed macroeconomic indicators in May as a potential cause for sales declines. Photo: NMMA The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) released its Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary covering the 12-month rolling basis period between June 2024 and May 2025. The report indicated that new powerboat retail unit […]
Standard Textile announces manufacturing partnership with Altex Inc.
August 14th, 2025
Image: Standard Textile Standard Textile Co. Inc., a provider of health care and hospitality reusable textiles, and Altex, a window covering solutions provider, have announced a manufacturing partnership to produce solar shades featuring Newton High-Speed Lite-Lift® Technology in the U.S. Production is occurring at Standard Textile’s Brownsville, Texas facility, enhancing domestic supply capabilities for the window […]