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MFA Roadshow offers preview for marine fabricators
November 13th, 2025
The Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) Roadshow ran Nov. 7 on the final day of Advanced Textiles Expo. This multi-session education serves as a taste of what attendees can expect at the Marine Fabricators Conference, held annually in January. This year’s roadshow began with an overview of marine fabric by Ron Paratore, senior account manager at […]
2025 International Achievement Award winners announced
November 10th, 2025
Advanced Textiles Association® has announced the winners of the 2025 International Achievement Awards (IAAs). These winners represent the best in specialty fabrics and technical textiles from around the world, showcasing innovation and excellence driving the industry. This year’s awards drew more than 130 entries across 46 categories, with winners chosen for their complexity, design, workmanship, […]
Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 Show Stoppers winners announced
November 5th, 2025
The winners of the 14th annual Show Stoppers Awards program were recently announced at the 2025 Advanced Textiles Expo® in Indianapolis, Ind. The Show Stopper Awards are designed to recognize the most popular new products each year from Advanced Textiles Expo exhibitors. The awards acknowledge the newest, most innovative, useful and exciting, effective, efficient and […]
2025 MFA regional workshops provide hands-on education
November 3rd, 2025
The 2025 Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) regional workshops offered practical advice that fabricators could bring back to their businesses from an engaging lineup of speakers. The Southwest regional workshop was held Sept. 12–13, 2025, at Paul’s Custom Canvas in Denver, Colo., and the Great Lakes / Northeast Regional Workshop was held Oct. 3–4, 2025, at […]
Registration open for Women in Textiles Summit
November 3rd, 2025
Photo: Advanced Textiles Association It's time to grab your spot at the Advanced Textiles Association's Women in Textiles Summit. This is your chance to be part of something that’s as energizing as it is impactful. From March 30 to April 1 in Asheville, NC, you’ll dive into thought-provoking sessions, practical takeaways and candid convos with […]
Entries due for 2026 MFA Fabrication Excellence Awards
October 23rd, 2025
The deadline to submit projects for the 2026 Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) Fabrication Excellence Awards is closing soon. Entries are due Friday, October 31. “The MFA Awards are an incredible opportunity to celebrate the craftsmanship, creativity and innovation within our industry,” says Charlene Clark, IFM, chair of the MFA advisory board. “As the submission window […]
Industry Podcasts Go Live at Advanced Textiles Expo
October 13th, 2025
Ever wonder what happens behind the mic in the world of textile podcasts? At Advanced Textiles Expo®, you don’t have to imagine—because we’re bringing industry podcasts live to the show floor! Listen in as Talking Textiles, The Textile Nerd Podcast, and How I Rent It Podcast record episodes live at the ATA Hub. These podcasts […]
MFA announces advisory board nominations
September 24th, 2025
The Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) Nominations Committee announces its recommendations to fill open advisory board positions. “Applicants were thoughtfully reviewed, and every attempt was made to select individuals who could provide a spectrum of representation on the advisory board—including size of company and experience with association or industry issues,” says Christine Gerard, member programs supervisor […]
Autometrix joins Marine Fabricators Conference as general sponsor
September 18th, 2025
Autometrix has signed on as a general sponsor for the 2026 Marine Fabricators Conference. The Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) will host this annual event January 8-10, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency in Savannah, Ga. The conference features three full days of education and networking designed to help marine fabricators cultivate industry connections, improve efficiency and increase […]
Special events coming to Indianapolis at Advanced Textiles Expo 2025
July 22nd, 2025
Advanced Textiles Expo® 2025 is just around the corner and it’s shaping up to be an event you won’t want to miss. This year, it’s not just about checking out the latest products and technologies. We have a lineup of special events designed to help you learn, connect, compete and have fun with others in […]