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Fisher Textiles Honored with Five PRINTING United Alliance 2026 Pinnacle Awards
June 30th, 2026
Fisher Textiles, Matthews, N.C., announced that five of the company's fabrics received awards in the 2026 Pinnacle Awards in various Media – Textile categories, including Banner, Drapery, Framing Systems Frontlit, Tablecloths & Liners and Upholstery. The Pinnacle Awards honor standout products and technologies that help move the printing industry forward. Fisher Textiles’ wins reflect its […]
Keyston Bros acquires IMPACT Interior Products
June 29th, 2026
Image: Keyston Bros Keyston Bros, a leader in the upholstery materials and supplies industry, has announced the finalization of the acquisition of IMPACT Interior Products. IMPACT was founded in 2020 and specializes in high-end aircraft, automotive and marine textile goods. With this acquisition, Keyston Bros broadens its product offerings to include a wide range of […]
Whisper Marine acquires Crownline Boats
June 29th, 2026
Crownline Boats, an American manufacturer of sport, deck and cruiser boats headquartered in West Frankfort, Ill., announced that is has been acquired by Whisper Marine LLC. This is Whisper Marine’s second acquisition in six months, following the December 2025 purchase of Qwest Pontoons. The company says it expands Whisper Marine’s portfolio into a new category […]
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 […]
ATA Outlook Leadership Conference explores the forces reshaping textiles
June 25th, 2026
In addition to educational sessions, Outlook® Leadership Conference attendees had the chance to watch a Greenville Drive baseball game at Fluor Field in Greenville, S.C. Image: eTextileCommunications.com/Devin Steele Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) brought together manufacturers, suppliers, government officials and industry leaders at its 2026 ATA Outlook® Leadership Conference to examine the trends reshaping the textile […]
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 […]