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INDA announces finalists for 2026 Hygienix Innovation Award

October 27th, 2026

Image: The Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry The Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA), has announced the finalists for the 2026 Hygienix Innovation Award™: Anabio Technologies, Confitex Technology, The LYCRA® Company and Youth Crews. The finalists will present their innovations at Hygienix, an annual event for absorbent hygiene professionals, Nov. 16–19 at the […]

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Syre appoints Tim King CEO

October 26th, 2026

Image: Syre Swedish textile-to-textile recycling company Syre has announced that Tim King has been appointed as CEO. "We have built a strong foundation, and our focus is to continue turning that into an industrial reality" says King. "I am excited to take on this responsibility and privileged to be working with an exceptional team, supportive […]

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IBEX reports increased attendance, opens call for 2027 proposals

October 26th, 2026

The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced that the 2026 show closed with year-over-year increases in attendance and show-floor traffic. Held Oct. 6–8 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Fla., IBEX brought marine professionals together to evaluate new products and address the challenges facing their businesses in an ever-evolving landscape. The 2026 show […]

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Registration open for 2027 Outlook Conference, USINFI Advocacy Days

October 22nd, 2026

Registration is now open for the 2027 Outlook® Conference, Feb. 23–25, 2027, in Washington, D.C. Join textile industry leaders to explore current trends, future opportunities and the forces shaping U.S. manufacturing. This year's conference coincides with U.S. Industrial and Narrow Fabrics (USINFI) Advocacy Days, Feb. 23–24, offering new opportunities to connect industry insights and policy […]

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Registration open for 2027 Outlook Conference, USINFI Advocacy Days

October 22nd, 2026

Registration is now open for the 2027 Outlook® Conference, Feb. 23–25, 2027, in Washington, D.C. Join textile industry leaders to explore current trends, future opportunities and the forces shaping U.S. manufacturing. This year's conference coincides with U.S. Industrial and Narrow Fabrics (USINFI) Advocacy Days, Feb. 23–24, offering new opportunities to connect industry insights and policy […]

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Infinite Event Services acquires Allstar Show Industries

October 22nd, 2026

Infinite Event Services has acquired Allstar Show Industries, bringing together two Edmonton, Alberta, Canada-based event companies under a single, locally owned operation. Founded more than two decades ago, Infinite Event Services provides event rentals and production for weddings, corporate events and festivals, including tents, staging, tables, audiovisual and on-site technical support. Founded in 1979, Allstar […]

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New Mexico appeals preliminary injunction on PFAS labeling rule

October 22nd, 2026

New Mexico appealed a preliminary injunction against the state’s PFAS labeling requirement Oct. 16. The preliminary injunction was issued by U.S. District Judge Margaret Strickland Sept. 21, temporarily halting the state’s PFAS labeling rule following a lawsuit filed in July challenging the regulation. If the preliminary injunction is lifted, the rule will take effect Jan. […]

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Chicago Marine Canvas earns ISO 9001, AS9100D certifications

October 22nd, 2026

Chicago Marine Canvas announced Oct. 16 that the shop’s quality management system (QMS) has achieved ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certification. “It represents another step toward building a company that serves its customers better and is prepared for more demanding manufacturing opportunities,” said Vince Innocenzi, president of Chicago Marine Canvas. ISO 9001 is a foundational QMS […]

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Muhammad Dawood Husain receives 2026 AATCC Student Faculty Advisor Award

October 20th, 2026

The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) announced that Muhammad Dawood Husain, Ph.D., has been selected as the recipient for the 2026 AATCC Student Faculty Award. He received the award at the AATCC International Summit in Wilmington, N.C., Oct. 6. This is the second time Husain has won the award. Husain received the […]

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Advanced Textiles Expo 2026 app now available

October 19th, 2026

The Advanced Textiles Expo® 2026 app is available to download now on the App Store and Google Play. The app allows attendees to view the show's full schedule, including special events and educational sessions, the show floor map, exhibitors by booth location and product category, and more. It also allows attendees to build their own […]

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