As it enters its 10th year, the Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) has announced that it will move to a new headquarters in Bedford, Mass. The organization says this “new chapter” reflects its continued commitment to advancing innovation in fibers and fabrics. The new 18,000-square-foot facility will feature expanded labs and prototyping spaces; modern collaboration areas; and state-of-the-art resources to better serve its members and government partners.
With this expansion, AFFOA will have greater capacity to foster collaborations, partnerships and groundbreaking innovations.The move is planned for late 2025. AFFOA says it is taking steps to ensure a seamless transition with no interruptions to its operations. CEO Dr. Sasha Stolyarov says the organization will offer opportunities to tour the new space and connect around future collaborations in the coming months.