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Michelin completes acquisition of Tex Tech Industries
July 23rd, 2026
Image: Michelin Michelin announced that the company has completed the acquisition of Tex Tech Industries, under the terms announced in January this year. This is the third acquisition that Michelin's Polymer Composite Solutions business has completed in 2026, following the business's acquisition of Cooley in January and Flexitallic in April. The acquisition was finalized after […]
In memoriam: John Newberry
July 23rd, 2026
John Albert Newberry, 90, Quincy, Mich., died April 15, 2026. He was the owner of Canopys R Us in Quincy, which his sons continue to operate. Newberry is survived by his children, Kevin (Sandra) Newberry, Karol Booher, Kendall “Ken” (Lora Snider) Newberry and Kelli (David Siler) Wheatley; life partner, Rhonda Fargo; brother, Leo Newberry; grandchildren, Kimberly, Eric, Jason, […]
Curated Events acquires Montana Party Rentals
July 23rd, 2026
Photo courtesy of Curated Events. Curated Events, Charleston, S.C., a national luxury event rental and production company, has acquired Montana Party Rentals, a Bozeman, Mont.-based specialty rental company. Founded in 1996 by Jill Redmon, her brother, Troy Redmon, and their friend, Scott Schwartz, Montana Party Rentals began as a home-based rental business. The company has […]
Reju opens first U.S. R&D Center in Pennsylvania
July 22nd, 2026
Image: Reju Reju announced that the company has opened its first U.S. R&D center in Conshohocken, Penn. Located within Technip Energy's Advanced Materials and Catalysts' existing research center, the lab will help Reju accelerate the deployment of its recycling technologies and development of next-generation circular solutions. Reju's core research team from IBM's Almaden Research Center […]
EU ban on destruction of unsold clothes and shoes takes effect for large companies
July 21st, 2026
A ban on the destruction of unsold clothing, clothing accessories and footwear went into effect July 19 in the European Union (EU). The ban was introduced under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and applies to large companies across the EU. Medium-sized companies must begin complying with the new rules in 2030. The ESPR […]
Tough marine textiles
July 21st, 2026
Latitude offers strong resistance to cold cracking, tearing, weathering, rot and ultraviolet exposure. Photo: Strataglass® Latitude is an American-made marine fabric that blends aesthetics and durability. It uses a specially designed vinyl film technology that provides a soft feel while ensuring the durability needed for tough marine environments. Latitude offers strong resistance to cold cracking, […]
MFA accepting entries for 2027 Tools, Tips & Tricks contest
July 20th, 2026
The Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) is accepting entries for its annual Tools, Tips & Tricks contest. The 2027 contest is sponsored by Keyston Bros, Serge Ferrari Group and Robeco. Marine fabricators do myriad things in their shop every day to save time or money, or to do a job in a unique way. This contest aims to share these ideas […]
CreateMe, Avalo and Laguna Fabrics launch AI-powered apparel manufacturing ecosystem
July 17th, 2026
Image: CreateMe CreateMe Technologies, an AI robotics company, announced strategic partnerships with Avalo and Laguna Fabrics to introduce Seed to System, an initiative connecting domestic cotton textile manufacturing and robotic garment assembly into a single AI-assisted ecosystem. Seed to System will initially launch as a pilot designed to demonstrate how a fully integrated apparel manufacturing system can work in practice. […]
Gherzi Textil Organisation AG expands North American office, renames U.S. office
July 16th, 2026
Gherzi Textil Organisation AG, a global engineering and textile management consulting company based in Zurich, Switzerland, announced the expansion of its North American office and the renaming of its U.S. office, Gherzi-USA, to Gherzi Americas. The new name reflects a broader mandate covering the U.S., Canada, Latin America and the regional textile and apparel supply […]
ATA accepting independent nominations for board of directors positions
July 15th, 2026
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) announced that the association's leadership development committee has recommended the appointment of four individuals for board of directors positions beginning in November. There is, however, still an opportunity for additional candidates to be considered. Those interested can submit an independent nomination to ATA through Aug. 27. Independent nominations due Aug. 27 […]