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Energetic, light hues
April 14th, 2026
The Batyline® Eden collection is phthalate-free, ISO-certified and OEKO-TEX® approved. Photo: Serge Ferrari Group The Batyline® Eden collection has added six new colorways for 2026: Colorado, Denim, Yuzu, Peach, Wasabi and Mint. This palette mixes energetic tones and light, sorbet-inspired hues. The Batyline Eden collection is engineered for cushion covers and tensioned applications on loungers, […]
Marine Fabricators Conference speaker proposals due May 1
April 13th, 2026
The Marine Fabricators Association (MFA), a member group of Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), has put out a call requesting speaker proposals for the Marine Fabricators Conference. Submissions are due May 1. The 2027 conference will be Jan. 7–9, 2027, in Nashville, Tenn., at the Embassy Suites Nashville. The conference features three full days of education […]
Coloring with less consumption
April 13th, 2026
The QuantumCOLOUR™ pigment process meets all standards for colorfastness and durability. Photo: COLOURizd™ QuantumCOLOUR™ is a yarn coloring process designed to reduce resource consumption and costs. Using 0.5 liters of water per kilogram (17 ounces per 2.2 pounds) of yarn, this technology aims to eliminate the need for bleaching, pretreatment and wastewater discharge. The COLOURizd […]
Nufabrx expands federal access, receives $5 million investment
April 13th, 2026
Nufabrx, Charlotte, N.C., announced that the company is expanding access to its non-opioid pain relief products across federal health care systems and has secured new funding to support continued growth and innovation. The company announced its inclusion on TrillaMed’s Pharmacy (FSS) and DAPA contracts, increasing availability of its time-released pain relief solutions across federal providers, including […]
INDA honors industry leaders with 2026 Lifetime Service and Technical Achievement Awards
April 10th, 2026
Image: INDA The Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) has announced the four recipients of the 2026 INDA Lifetime Service and Lifetime Technical Achievement Awards. Tom Daugherty, Pricie Hanna, Carey Hobbs, and C.K. Wong were recognized for their exceptional leadership, innovation, and enduring contributions to advancing the nonwovens industry and strengthening the global community. […]
Marine fabricator included in Boating Industry 40 under 40
April 9th, 2026
Kyle Van Damme, MFC, president/CEO of Marine Tops Unlimited, was named one of Boating Industry’s 40 under 40 in the March 2026 issue of the magazine. Van Damme’s father started Marine Tops Unlimited in the early ‘80s, and he began his career at the shop in middle school by cutting grass, cleaning and other odd […]
Nick Beighton joins Kornit Digital as strategic adviser
April 9th, 2026
Kornit Digital Ltd., a provider of sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, has appointed Nick Beighton as a strategic adviser to the company and its board of directors. The appointment reflects Kornit’s focus on strengthening its connection to global brands, retailers and digital commerce platforms as the industry shifts toward on-demand production. The […]
The LYCRA Company announces partnership with Texhong International Group
April 8th, 2026
Jason Wang (left), vice president, Asia, The LYCRA Company, and Zhou Xia, chief operating officer of Texhong International Group. Image: The LYRCA Company The LYCRA Company, a sustainable fiber solutions provider, announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Texhong International Group Limited, a core-spun cotton textiles supplier. Under the agreement, Texhong will exclusively partner […]
Water-resistant finishes
April 7th, 2026
H2O Shield can be customized with four repellent options. Photo: Microban International H2O Shield is a PFAS- and PFOS-free water-resistant finish portfolio. The technology can be customized with four repellent options. WR1000 is best suited for overall water repellency in low-touch applications like tents and awnings. WR1001 is optimized for wicking performance in athletic and […]
Syre announces partnerships with ABB, JEPLAN
April 7th, 2026
Swedish textile-to-textile recycling company Syre has announced partnerships with ABB and JEPLAN. ABB has partnered with Syre to develop Syre's first textile-to-textile recycling plant in Vietnam, and JEPLAN has partnered with Syre to accelerate the commercialization of circular polyester. Partnership with JEPLAN Images: Syre Under the agreement between Syre and JEPLAN, full commercialization, spinning validation […]