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Global Nonwovens Alliance launches e-learning initiative
June 26th, 2026
The Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA), founded by the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) and EDANA, announced the launch of a new global e-learning initiative designed to help companies build essential nonwovens knowledge. The first program available through this initiative is the Fundamental Nonwovens series of e-courses, which offers flexible, accessible learning from anywhere […]
New boat sales declined 5.6 percent in March
June 25th, 2026
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) released its latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, featuring data through March 2026. According to the report, new powerboat retail unit sales declined 5.6 percent year to date to 38,052 units. Performance across key segments remained mixed through the first quarter. Sales of new freshwater fishing boats and personal watercraft […]
In memoriam: Bob Campbell, Mt. Lebanon Awning & Tent Co.
June 23rd, 2026
Robert "Bob" Campbell, MFC, and owner of Mt. Lebanon Awning & Tent Co., passed away June 21 at the age of 74. Born Nov. 22, 1951, in Pittsburgh, Pa., Campbell was a graduate of Bethel Park High School and earned his bachelor's degree in music education at Duquesne University. He was the beloved husband of […]
EcoFresh by Microban International earns USDA Certified Biobased Product Label
June 22nd, 2026
Microban's EcoFresh ER1000 contains 62% biobased content, as certified by the USDA BioPreferred® Program. Image: Microban International Microban International, a global leader in product protection technologies, has earned a U.S. Department of Agriculture Certified Biobased Product Label for Microban® EcoFresh™ ER1000 and EH1000. Third-party verification for the product's bio-based content was administered through the USDA BioPreferred® […]
AFFOA celebrates opening of new headquarters
June 19th, 2026
Advanced Functional Fabrics of America Inc. (AFFOA) celebrated the opening of its new headquarters with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 135 South Road, Bedford, Mass. The event brought industry leaders, government partners, academic institutions, and startup innovators together to mark this milestone in AFFOA's mission to accelerate textile technology and manufacturing breakthroughs to safeguard the nation, […]
The Miami Corporation announces leadership transition, organizational realignment
June 18th, 2026
Image: Miami Corp. The Miami Corporation has announced a series of strategic leadership and organizational changes designed to support the company's long-term growth objectives, strengthen customer engagement and ensure a seamless transition as part of its ongoing succession planning initiatives. As of June 1, Tim Niehaus has stepped down from his role as CEO and […]
NCTO commends House Armed Services Committee for passing NDAA
June 16th, 2026
Image: NCTO The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), spanning the entire spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber to finished sewn products, issued a statement commending the House Armed Services Committee for passing the fiscal year (FY) 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which contains reporting requirements aimed at strengthening the Berry Amendment’s 100% Made […]
Schotex Global appoints Jennifer Ryan head of sales, North America
June 15th, 2026
Image: Schotex Global Co. Schotex Global Co. Ltd. has named Jennifer Ryan head of sales for North America. Ryan brings 35 years of experience in the outdoor and fashion textile markets to the role. Ryan spent more than 20 years with Schoeller Textil AG, where she helped establish the Swiss company's presence in the North American […]
Businesses producing or selling textiles in California must register with PRO by July 1
June 12th, 2026
Image: CalRecycle Pursuant to the Responsible Textile Recovery Act, businesses that produce or sell apparel and textiles in California must register with the state's producer responsibility organization (PRO)—Landbell USA—by July 1. The Responsible Textile Recovery Act was passed in 2024 and establishes an extended producer responsibility (EPR) program, which ensures discarded textiles and apparel are […]
Tickets available for Alphabet Soup Collective Shindig
June 10th, 2026
Tickets are now available for the 2026 Alphabet Soup Collective Shindig on Aug. 4 at Whiskey Kitchen in Raleigh, N.C. Co-hosted by Messe Frankfurt North America, the event will run 6–9 p.m. New to this year's event is the VIP hour, hosted and sponsored by the North Carolina Textile Foundation from 5–6 p.m. VIPs will […]