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Call for presentations open for AATCC Innovations in Textile Printing Conference 2025
March 24th, 2025
Image: AATCC Presentation topics are now being accepted for the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) Inkspired: Innovations in Textile Printing Conference, set to be in fall 2025 in Raleigh, N.C. AATCC invites presentation submissions related to innovations in textile printing focused on the topic areas listed below. Sustainability Sustainable ink formulations Eco-friendly […]
Technical textiles market expected to reach $284 billion by 2029
March 23rd, 2025
Image: BCC Research According to the latest study from BCC Research, "Technical Textiles: Global Markets," the technical textiles market is expected to grow from $213.8 billion in 2024 to $284 billion by the end of 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8% during the forecast period of 2024–2029. Technical textiles are engineered to provide characteristics such as […]
Circulose welcomes two new members to board of directors
March 20th, 2025
Image: Circulose Circulose announced the appointment of Sara Diez Jauregui and Kalyan Madabhushi to its board of directors, following the recent appointment of Helena Helmersson as the new chair. Jauregui offers experience with leading fashion and apparel brands, while Madabhushi brings knowledge from her position at Aditya Birla Group, a global cellulosic fiber producer. “I […]
Circ closes $25 million funding round
March 19th, 2025
Image: Circ® Circ® announced it has closed a $25 million investment round led by Taranis through its Carbon Ventures fund, with continued support from existing investors, including Inditex and Avery Dennison. Circ is based in Danville, Va. This latest funding builds on the company's technical and commercial progress over the past 18 months and will help the company to […]
American Textile Company named AAFA’s 2025 Company of the Year
March 18th, 2025
Image: American Textile Company American Textile Company (ATC) announced it has been named the 2025 American Image Awards Company of the Year by the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA). The company will be presented with the award at the American Image Awards Gala on April 29 in New York City, N.Y. The award recognizes leadership, achievement and […]
Tariffs on steel and aluminum begin, Canada imposes reciprocal tariffs
March 13th, 2025
Twenty-five percent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to the U.S. began March 12. In response, Canada has imposed reciprocal tariffs on various U.S. products, including a 25% tariff on steel imports. The country has also increased taxes on tools, computers and servers, sports equipment, display monitors, and cast-iron products.
Culp elects new member to board of directors
March 13th, 2025
Image: Culp Inc. Culp Inc., a mattress and upholstery fabrics producer for residential and commercial furniture, announced the election of William L. Tyson to its board of directors. Tyson has over 30 years of experience across investment banking and capital markets and has served in executive leadership and strategic development roles for various U.S. banks […]
Stein Fibers rebrands, changes name to Everra
March 12th, 2025
Image: Everra Stein Fibers, Charlotte, N.C., has announced its rebranding and name change to Everra. This new name represents a shift for the company and reflects its ongoing commitment to sustainability, innovation and leadership in the global PET market. As Everra, the company will continue to serve as a sustainability-focused distribution partner in the PET industry, […]
Plan your stay: Official housing for Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 now open
March 11th, 2025
We are pleased to announce that Site & Stay has been selected as the official housing partner for Advanced Textiles Expo® 2025, taking place Nov. 5–7 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Ind. Hotel booking is now open, offering attendees and exhibitors exclusive access to discounted rates at our official host hotels—all conveniently located […]
Smart pajama top can detect sleep disorders
March 10th, 2025
A new pajama top integrates sensors to detect sleep disorders. Photo: University of Cambridge. A smart pajama top has been created to help detect sleep disorders and provide an alternative to visiting a sleep clinic. The garment, developed by Professor Luigi Occhipinti and colleagues at the University of Cambridge, U.K., is integrated with a series […]