Textiles in the News
Archroma to acquire Huntsman Textile Effects
, Chairman, President, and CEO said, “Over the past seven months, we have conducted a comprehensive strategic review of our Textile Effects
Archroma to Acquire the Textile Effects Business of The Huntsman Corp.
Chemistry for the Textile Industry, which is an alliance of leading chemical companies that strives to empower the textile and leather
Archroma To Acquire The Textile Effects Business Of Huntsman Corp.
Chemistry for the Textile Industry (SCTI), an alliance of leading chemical companies that strives to empower the textile and leather
Nilit Report Cites Progress in Key Sustainability Initiatives
, has published a progress report on the goals outlined a year ago in the company’s first sustainability report, “Making Nylon Sustainable.”
Milliken purchases Triad spinning yarn plant from Gildan
maximize efficiencies of our overall U.S. yarn operations intended to support the company’s textile capacity expansion plans. 336-727-7376
Owner of conservative apparel brand fined $200,000 for falsely claiming products are made in the USA
The owner of a conservative apparel company was fined more than $200,000 by the Federal Trade Commission for replacing "made in China" tags
Kordsa completes majority shares acquisition of Microtex Composites
in the composites business with its new facilities in Europe. Microtex Composites specializes in the weaving of carbon fiber and prepreg
Lawmakers Tour Honduran Textile, Apparel Producers
A U.S. congressional delegation visited textile and apparel facilities in an industrial park in Choloma, Honduras, on Friday, where they
Kordsa acquires Italian carbon fibre specialist
the composite technologies business in 2012, mobility has been one of the focus areas we have been working on,” said Kordsa CEO İbrahim
Milliken & Company Welcomes Karen Sawdy as Commercial Design Manager
Global textile manufacturer Milliken & Company is pleased to announce Karen Sawdy joined the Textile Division’s Decor Fabrics team as
USDA Report on Chinese Cotton: Textiles, Imports, and Xinjiang
China is the world’s largest textile manufacturer and the largest cotton consumer, but changes in China’s economy are reshaping the
Industry Focus: Textiles, Fiber & Yarn - Textile Experts Weigh In on Sustainability and Circularity, Transparency and Accountability
cellulosic fiber, which can be blended with natural fibers like cotton and linen for summer and with warming fibers such as recycled wool
Gildan® Launches National Underwear Day Campaign in Partnership with Chris Lane
owned by Gildan, which is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel. The Gildan Company owns and operates vertically integrated,
Center for Sustainable Behavior & Impact to Drive Improvement in Recycling Behavior and Boost Confidence in U.S. Recycling
and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of
A new facility could expand the cotton industry
The National Cotton Council is working to expand the industry through a new facility. Work is almost complete for the new Cotton
Furniture manufacturing shrinks in July as new orders continue to drop
are softening to acceptable levels,” said ISM chairman Timothy Fiore. “Companies continue to hire at strong rates, with few indications of
Why May’s 41% drop in furniture orders might not be as bad as it seems
. In addition, recently there have been several companies who have cancelled orders due to the slowdown in business at retail. Some who have
Gildan Publishes Its 18th Environmental, Social, And Governance (ESG) Report
these global challenges, Gildan continued its leadership in responsible apparel manufacturing and closed-off the year with strong ESG
US Manufacturing Expands at Slowest Pace in Two Years
shifting from goods to services. Eleven manufacturing industries reported growth in July, led by apparel, minerals and petroleum and coal
Upholstery furniture manufacturers expect to finish strong in 2022
at Las Vegas Market built on the traffic momentum the company saw at Atlanta Market, said company President Herren Hickingbotham. At Vegas,
State of the Industry 2022
How did textile and fabric manufacturers survive the global pandemic? How do supply chain issues and labor shortages continue to be a
Wilson College, Baldwin Technology partner to improve textile finishing
exposes future textile leaders to the benefits of our spray technology in finishing and serves as a test site where brands, mills, chemical
BASF commits $780 Million for chemical plant expansion
industrial and consumer products. “BASF is one of the largest chemical companies in the world, and this substantial reinvestment in its
Industry Continues To Grow Sustainable Practices
cotton textile waste at end of life from landfills to cotton fields with no harm done to soil health or cotton yields, according to Cotton
The LYCRA Company Accelerates Digital Transformation Through Partnership With Browzwear
." About The LYCRA Company The LYCRA Company innovates and produces fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care
Delegates from U.S. Department of Commerce visit Auburn Manufacturing
Jul. 26—Chief executive officer Kathie Leonard and her team at Auburn Manufacturing Inc. hosted a large delegation from the U.S. Department
Elevate Textiles Expands Involvement with Textile Exchange
officer for Elevate Textiles. “This membership gives our company and brands additional tools needed to achieve preferred fiber goals and
Shippers are ditching the Port of Oakland as protests continue
California’s new gig worker law last Monday, which requires companies that hire independent contractors to reclassify them as employees.
BASF Commits $780 Million To Complete Geismar, Louisiana Chemical Plant Expansion
,” said Kate MacArthur, president and CEO of the Ascension Economic Development Corp. “The company’s commitment to sustainability and
Reframing the fight against modern slavery: New Xinjiang trade rules expose accountability gap
the average consumer, and in most cases, even from the companies that rely upon them. From the cotton in that T-shirt to the spices in our
Anthropologie Announces Collaboration with Cotton Incorporated’s Blue Jeans Go Green™ Program
old denim can do, their customers can reduce textile waste and close the loop on cotton sustainability, ensuring Anthropologie’s continued
Auburn Manufacturing Hosts Commerce Officials at Maine Textile Factory
at the International Trade Administration, and supported by the National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), of which AMI is a member.
Archroma releases Color Atlas online library for fashion, apparel, and textiles
for fashion, apparel, and textiles. With this, designers and stylists are given open access to the largest library of colors for cotton and
Retain Section 301 penalty tariffs on China’s T&A imports: NCTO
officials with an essential trade negotiation tool, said the National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) Klim Glas, President and CEO,
Contempora Fabrics’ close-knit employees celebrate 50 years in business
LUMBERTON, N.C. – Contempora Fabrics marked its 50th anniversary in business with a big celebration for employees and their family members.
Archroma is Heading to LACS 2022
for industries such as construction, home decoration, paper and textile. The company continues to innovate and add new products in the
Industry Groups Square Off Over China Tariffs
Section 301 penalty tariffs on finished Chinese textile and apparel imports give American manufacturers a chance to compete and provide
HanesBrands Becomes Apparel Partner For The University Of Tennessee
fan merchandise. Tennessee will also continue to license other apparel companies in key product categories to meet the diverse needs of Vols
Milliken & Company Certified As A Most Loved Workplace
to be recognized as a Most Loved Workplace,” says Halsey Cook, president and CEO of Milliken. “Our people are at the heart of our values.
Demand for automotive technical textiles growing
a 20-page report from the global business information company Textiles Intelligence. The average weight of textile materials now used in a
China Penalty Tariffs On Finished Textiles & Apparel Give U.S. Companies A Chance To Compete And Are A Powerful Trade-Negotiation Tool, NCTO Tells U.S. International Trade Commission
. NCTO represents the full spectrum of the U.S. textile industry, from fibers to finished sewn products. See the full written submission
Trade Mission Brings Pakistani Textile Manufacturers for U.S. Cotton Tour
, Inc. Texas Cotton Association Western Cotton Shippers Association Based on information provided by Cotton Council International 0 1 5
Glen Raven continues transformation in Norlina
In July 2021, Glen Raven, Inc. announced the expansion of its Glen Raven Custom Fabrics, LLC Norlina plant with an investment of up to $82
Glen Raven Announces Significantly Reduced Lead Times For Sunbrella® Fabrics
’s multi-phase expansion plan included new yarn spinning capabilities, new and upgraded weaving equipment and other capacity enhancements to
Performance fabrics: How do they really perform?
or sustainability. Patrick Shelton, senior vice president of sales Valdese Weavers The last thing a retail salesperson wants to do is
The LYCRA Company Showcases Denim Innovations at Kingpins New York
-21 at Pier 36 in New York City. The company is showcasing samples made with LYCRA® ADAPTIV fiber , LYCRA® DUAL COMFORT technology , and
How Regenerative Practices are Boosting Cotton’s Natural Eco Profile
Dr. Gary Adams, president of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol. “Cotton is a plant and is inherently circular. It is grown from the earth,
Hexcel : Joins in Collaborative Innovations at New Spirit AeroSystems Aerospace Innovation Centre
automated lay-up, and HiMax ® multiaxial fabrics enable RTM manufacture of primary aerostructure components using HiFlow ® infusion
Milliken & Company delivers a Reimagined Employee Experience with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central and HR Focal Point
, Milliken successfully streamlined operations to support its efforts as a textile, floor covering, chemical and healthcare manufacturer.
Inditex, Milliken Drive Textile Recycling Forward
man-made cellulosic fiber production. The agreement affirms the two companies’ intent to work together to supply textile fibers made using
Milliken & Company delivers a Reimagined Employee Experience with SAP® SuccessFactors® Employee Central and HR Focal Point
hr-focal-point for the latest news. About Milliken & Company Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials
Biden closes in on China tariffs decision while midterms loom
U.S. will not hold them accountable,” the National Council of Textile Organizations, Narrow Fabrics Institute and U.S. Industrial Fabrics
New fire shelters could better protect firefighters
, the Burlington Distinguished Professor of Textile Technology at NC State and the director of the Textile Protection and Comfort Center (
Protective textiles at work
A range of textile products find applications in reducing occupational injuries, including for cut-resistant clothing, visibility garments,
Sonoco Expanding Residential Recycling of Paper Cups to its Mill in Hartsville, South Carolina
network further demonstrates the flexibility the Company possesses to recycle and process fiber-based packaging through conventional paper
Milliken Enters Outdoor Fabric Market With First-Ever Collection
” said Benji Bagwell, vice president of Decor in the Textile Business of Milliken & Company. The first collection from the outdoor line, on
Cone Denim focuses on regenerative cotton for premium denim lines
cotton by 2025. The brand offers a variety of responsibly sourced cotton including recycled cotton, organic cotton, and Better Cotton
Hanesbrands signs apparel partnership with USC
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021. Hanesbrands Inc. said Thursday it has signed a new primary apparel partnership with
U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Braun: Defend made in America mask manufacturers, call on commerce to investigate Chinese mask dumping
,” said Kim Glas, President and CEO of the National Council of Textile Organizations. “Domestic PPE manufacturers that pivoted to make
HanesBrands Announces Long-Term Primary Apparel Partnership With The University Of Southern California (Photo: Business Wire)
offerings." About HanesBrands HanesBrands ( HBI ) - Get Hanesbrands Inc. Report makes everyday apparel that is known and loved by
Trump-era tariffs: Caught between a rock and scorching inflation, Joe Biden mulls handing China a big, unexpected ‘win’
such a move. Kim Glas, the chief of the National Council of Textile Organizations, a major American textile group, released a statement last
The Uyghur Bill is Now in Effect. Here’s What You Need to Know.
. While its research indicates that 84 percent of textiles, apparel and luxury goods companies have operations in China, nearly one-third (
Trützschler, Texnology Partner to Make Needlepunch Nonwovens Lines
companies 06.20.22 Trützschler Nonwovens & Man-Made Fibers is cooperating with Texnology , an Italian textile machinery manufacturer to
Ascend Performance Materials weathers storm, comes out ahead
in their downtown Houston office on Monday, May 23, 2022. Ascend Performance Materials, a materials manufacturer, which is #6 on the list of
Textile Groups Urge U.S. to Maintain Penalty Tariffs on Finished Products — Lifting Tariffs Would Cement China’s Dominance of Global Manufacturing
United States in 2020. See the full submission here. Posted: June 16, 2022 Source: The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO)
Lenzing Tackles Transparency
LENZING™ ECOVERO™ branded fibers. “From the fiber all the way to the finished garment, our Fiber Identification technology enables complete
Milliken and Lenzing partner for protective textile sustainability
sustainability conversation within the protective garments industry,” said Michael Langley, vice president of sales and marketing for Westex
Trützschler expands Optima options
-Made Fibers is expanding its successful Optima fibre extrusion system with new versions for industrial yarns. Since 2012, the company has
Lenzing AG: Lenzing partners with TfS to build global sustainable supply chains
fibers made from the renewable raw material wood. As an innovation leader, Lenzing is a partner of global textile and nonwoven manufacturers
Grupo Kaltex Reaffirms its Commitment to a More Aware Textile Industry
chain. As a new step in that direction, the Mexican company joined the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol ®. Launched in 2020, the program was
Huntsman at Techtextil
want both sustainability and performance when choosing apparel and other textile products, the company observes, and while achieving this
e3 Sustainable Cotton program celebrates record enrollment
sustainable cotton industry.” Growers who are part of the program commit to tracking eight sustainability measures on all eligible cotton
Milliken advances its coating additives lab in Ohio
Spartanburg, SC – Milliken & Company (“Milliken”) is making a significant investment in the coating additives laboratory it acquired in
Ascend honored for swapping out coal-fired boilers at Alabama site
Ascend Performance Materials' congeneration plant in Decatur, Ala., has received the Responsible Care Initiative of the Year award from the
Cone Denim Furthers Sustainability Initiatives With Focus On Regenerative Cotton
newest ways to ensure sustainable cotton,” says Cone Denim President Steve Maggard. “Cotton is the foundation of denim. Cone is committed to
TSG Begins Modernization
variety of textiles we process on a daily basis,” said Michael Goldman, president. “In recent years, TSG has had to design numerous textile
Gap Inc to scale Central America sourcing as it backs VP Harris’ Call to Action
.” New commitments Gap Inc, apparel wholesaler SanMar, and yarn manufacturer Unifi are among the ten latest companies and organisations to
Milliken trials with Accelerating Circularity
textile business of Milliken and Company, based in Spartanburg, South Carlolina, has announced its participation in two commercial textile-
BASF Offers Range Of Chemical Intermediates With Product Carbon Footprint Significantly Below Global Market Average
of the final chemical product itself. On its journey to achieve net zero CO2 emissions by 2050, BASF is the first large chemical company to
Vice President Harris Announces More Than $1.9 Billion In New Private Sector Commitments As Part Of Call To Action For Northern Central America
Vice President Harris invites interested parties to visit the State Department’s website at www.state.gov/jointhecall, or contact the State
Unifi, Inc., makers of REPREVE®, Demonstrates Traceability and Transparency at the Next Level
about Unifi, visit www.Unifi.com . About REPREVE ® : Made by Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI), REPREVE ® is the global leader in branded
Trützschler to present broad portfolio
the emphasis on its machinery and complete lines for the production of paper grade pulp, regenerated cellulose fibres, cotton and various
Textile and apparel groups send letter to VP Harris
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber through finished sewn
Milliken & Company Expands Coating Additives Lab
Milliken & Company , a global material science expert, has made a significant investment in the coating additives laboratory it acquired in
Schneider Mills adds state-of-the-art looms
TAYLORSVILLE — Schneider Mills announced the purchase of 30 new Picanol OmniPlus-i Connect smart-shed air-jet looms that will begin arriving
COVID Helps 'Made in USA' Goods Compete With Chinese Exports
the global supply chain. Eleven miles from Manhattan, business is surging at Cahn's textile company, which boasts a 100% local supply chain
Gildan Applies Vertically Integrated Model to ESG Strategy
Activewear has woven its position as a vertically integrated apparel manufacturer into the company’s environmental, social and governance (
Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation awarding STEM scholarships at five SCICU HBCUs
independent higher education. About Milliken & Company and the Milliken & Company Charitable Foundation Milliken & Company is a global
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Launches Streamlined Three-Year Enrollment
, Levi Strauss & Co., Gap Inc., and global apparel manufacturer Gildan. The program is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals,
It’s time to close a gaping import loophole to improve US competitiveness against China
can compete. Kim Glas is the president and CEO of the National Council of Textile Organizations and is an appointed commissioner to the U.S
Standard Fiber lands exclusive license for bath towel technology
said Chad Altbaier, CCO, Standard Fiber. MORE Standard Fiber spruces spring bedding lineup Standard Fiber launches carbon offset initiative
Precision Textiles selects Moe Kovangji to lead its growing sustainability program
,” Tesser said. Before joining Precision Textiles in 2006, Kovangji served in both engineering and plant management positions for Synthetic
The LYCRA Company to Join Panel Discussion at the United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network Annual Meeting
in the textile industry, working first with The DuPont Company, and then INVISTA, before moving to The LYCRA Company in 2019. Over the
DuPont opens new biopharmaceutical tube manufacturing facility in the U. S. USA
About DuPont DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global leader in fabric innovation and generation responses that help industries and everyday life. Our
Candiani and Lenzing Debut Hemp-Infused Tencel Fabrics
chain. Caroline Ledl, Lenzing Group head of product management textiles, said the company began to work on projects in 2021 that “explore
