Milliken & Company announces partnership with Gerresheimer

May 20, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Milliken & Company announced that the company has partnered with Gerresheimer, a system and solution provider and a global partner for the pharma, biotech and cosmetic industries, to support the use of LeneX™ UltraGuard®, Milliken’s advanced additive technology designed to enhance poly…
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Standard Textile recognized as a 2026 US Best Managed Company

May 18, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Standard Textile announced that the company has been selected as a 2026 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private* and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies. The 2026 designees are U.S. private companies that have demonstrated excellence in s…
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Judge applications open for 2026 International Achievement Awards

May 14, 2026  |  ATA News, Expo News, Industry News, News

Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is now accepting applications for judges for the 2026 International Achievement Awards (IAAs). The IAAs are an annual competition that celebrates the best projects in the specialty fabrics industry, showcasing ATA members’ technical skills and accomplishment…
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Registration opens for Advanced Textiles Expo

May 13, 2026  |  ATA News, Expo News, News

Registration is open for Advanced Textiles Expo® 2026. The show returns Nov. 3–5, 2026, in Orlando, Fla., at the Orange County Convention Center (West Building). Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) expects 4,000+ attendees and 300+ exhibitors. Exhibit booths are still open as well. Expo program…
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Safety Components launches redesigned website

May 13, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Safety Components Fabric Technologies Inc., Greenville, S.C., a technology-driven fabric solutions provider, has announced the launch of its refreshed brand identity and redesigned website. The new look celebrates the company’s more than 100 years of fabric innovation, global leadership, and ongoi…
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Healthcare Linen Services Group acquires Texas Textile Services

May 12, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Healthcare Linen Services Group (HLSG), a portfolio company of The Sterling Group, has announced the acquisition of Texas Textile Services. HLSG is a provider of mission-critical outsourced linen laundry and management services to health care institutions. Texas Textile Services, headquartered in Ho…
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Universal Fibers appoints Jay Brown president

May 11, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Universal Fibers has announced the appointment of Jay Brown as president. Bringing more than 35 years of leadership experience across the flooring, fiber and building materials industries, Brown joins the business at a pivotal time as it continues to advance innovation and strengthen its global com…
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U.S. Court of International Trade rules 10% global tariffs illegal

May 8, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Three judges of the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled May 7 that the 10% global tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump in February were illegal. The 2–1 decision ruled that the tariffs imposed by the president under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 were “invalid” and …
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Conflict in the Middle East leads to increase in resin prices

May 8, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Polypropylene and other plastic resins have increased in price in recent months as a result of conflict in the Middle East, affecting the cost of geosynthetic products. A similar price increase occurred in early 2021 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, which increased demand for personal protective eq…
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NCTO announces officer appointments for FY 2026

May 7, 2026  |  Industry News, News

The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber through finished sewn products, has announced officer appointments for fiscal year 2026 following officer elections at its annual meeting April 14–16. Amy Bircher Bruyn, CEO and founder…
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