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Consumer confidence rose slightly in April
April 30th, 2026
The Conference Board publishes the Consumer Confidence Index® every month. The survey period for this month’s preliminary results was April 1–22, during which consumer confidence increased by 0.6 points to 92.2 — from March’s upwardly revised reading of 92.2. The Present Situation Index — which is based on how consumers feel about current business and labor market conditions […]
Accelerating Circularity releases chemical recycling paper
April 29th, 2026
Image: Accelerating Circularity Accelerating Circularity announced the release of its latest paper, Tipping the Scale: Mass Balance in Chemical Recycling, developed through the Alliance for Chemical Recycling (ACTR) working group. The paper offers a detailed look at how mass balance is being applied to track material flows and attribute recycled content across complex textile value […]
New boat sales declined 9 percent through January 2026
April 28th, 2026
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) released its Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, reflecting data through January 2026. On a rolling 12-month basis (February 2025–January 2026), new powerboat retail unit sales declined 9 percent year-over-year to 214,832 units. Across segments, performance remained mixed but generally down. Freshwater fishing boats declined by 1.7 percent and personal […]
Ultraflex appoints Kylie Schleicher as VP of business development and product management
April 28th, 2026
Image: Ultraflex Systems Ultraflex Systems announced the promotion of Kylie Schleicher to vice president of business development and product management. In this role, she will lead strategic business development and product management initiatives. Previously serving as director of product development and product management, Schleicher played a key role in advancing Ultraflex’s product strategy, driving material […]
Minty fresh
April 27th, 2026
A.M.Y.® Peppermint is available globally in both virgin and REPREVE® recycled polyester. Image: Unifi® A.M.Y.® Peppermint is a naturally deodorizing yarn engineered to provide freshness throughout the life of the product. It is ideal for applications across apparel, footwear, home textiles and transportation. A.M.Y. Peppermint has durable odor control sustained through 50 home launderings and […]
South Jersey Party Rentals expands with new headquarters
April 27th, 2026
South Jersey Party Rentals, Mount Laurel, N.J., has opened a new headquarters and recently marked the milestone with an open house and ribbon-cutting event. The family-owned business, which has served New Jersey and the Philadelphia metro area since 1997, welcomed guests to tour the new facility, connect with the team and get a closer look at […]
INDA announces Legislative Champion and Industry Advocate of the Year Award winners
April 24th, 2026
Image: INDA The Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) announced the winners of its inaugural Legislative Champion and Industry Advocate of the Year Awards, recognizing policymakers and industry members for their support of the nonwovens industry’s advocacy agenda. Legislative Champion Award winners were Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI), recognized for […]
Sunbrella debuts new Trade Program for interior designers
April 24th, 2026
Image: Sunbrella® Sunbrella® announced the launch of its new Trade Program, developed to support interior designers at every stage of the design process. The program allows interior designers to directly source from Sunbrella's portfolio of fabrics and products, with exclusive pricing, tailored support and enhanced ordering capabilities included. Program benefits Exclusive trade pricing: Preferred pricing on fabric […]
Outboard engine sales dropped 3.9 percent in 2025
April 23rd, 2026
In 2025, U.S. outboard engine sales totaled 267,000 units, a 3.9 percent decline year-over-year. This data comes from the National Marine Manufacturers Association’s (NMMA) annual Outboard Engine Sales Trends report, part of the 2025 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract. NMMA said that despite softer unit demand, the market remained stable overall, supported by resilient pricing and […]
Federal government, Minnesota PFAS reporting dates extended
April 23rd, 2026
On April 13, the federal government pushed back the start of reporting relating to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) substances to begin on Jan. 31, 2027—or 60 days following the effective date of a forthcoming final rule, whichever is earlier. "A finalized start date for this rule gives companies clear direction and accountability," the EPA said in […]