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USDA launches Great American Cotton Plan
May 29th, 2026
On May 28, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the Great American Cotton Plan, a comprehensive United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) initiative to strengthen the cotton farm economy, restore domestic textile manufacturing, expand cotton trade opportunities and increase demand for products made with American-grown cotton. Cotton remains one of the most economically significant […]
Standard Textile announces leadership appointments for health care, hospitality sales
May 28th, 2026
Adam Frankel (left) and Matt Vacca. Image: Standard Textile Co. Inc. Standard Textile Co. Inc., a health care and hospitality textiles provider, has announced the promotions of Adam Frankel to vice president, North America health care sales, and Matt Vacca to vice president, North America hospitality sales. Frankel has been with Standard Textile for more than 16 years, serving […]
EPA accepting public comment on proposed PFAS rules until July 20
May 27th, 2026
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced two proposed rules on May 18 that would revise the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for several four per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the Safe Drinking Water Act. Proposed rules The first proposed rule would rescind the regulatory determinations and Maximum Containment Level Goals for four PFAS, […]
Trivantage appoints Kate McCracken as sales representative
May 26th, 2026
Image: Trivantage® Trivantage® announced the appointment of Kate McCracken as a sales representative for the furnishings division. In her new role, McCracken will strengthen customer relationships across the West Coast, focusing primarily on the outdoor furnishings and OEM segments. McCracken brings nearly a decade of building experience across textile sales, hospitality project management, and the […]
CitroTech, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station announce research partnership
May 22nd, 2026
Image: CitroTech Inc. CitroTech Inc., a specialty chemicals company producing environmentally responsible fire inhibitor solutions, and the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES), the official research agency of the Texas A&M University College of Engineering, have announced a 12-month research partnership to develop next-generation, water-based polymer technologies for fire-resistant textiles. Launched on March 1, the […]
Trelleborg opens new manufacturing facility in North Carolina
May 21st, 2026
Image: Trelleborg Engineered Coated Fabrics Trelleborg Engineered Coated Fabrics celebrated the opening of a new extrusion coating manufacturing facility in Forest City, N.C., on May 6, 2026. The event brought together community leaders, customers, partners and Trelleborg leadership to mark a significant milestone in the company’s continued investment in innovation, capacity and sustainable operations. The […]
Milliken & Company announces partnership with Gerresheimer
May 20th, 2026
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 polymer performance, protection and processing efficiency for demanding pharmaceutical applications. \The partnership builds on the […]
NC State, Gaston College launch TextileREADY education and training program
May 19th, 2026
Image: TextilesUSA North Carolina State University's Wilson College of Textiles and the Textile Technology Center at Gaston College have launched a new online education and training program, TextileREADY. The program is available on TextilesUSA, a digital platform created by Wilson College of Textiles and the Textile Technology Center. It offers flexible, on-demand training for new […]
Standard Textile recognized as a 2026 US Best Managed Company
May 18th, 2026
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 strategic planning and execution, a commitment to their people, as well […]
Judge applications open for 2026 International Achievement Awards
May 14th, 2026
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 accomplishments. Judges will have the chance to recognize excellence in textiles and influence the future of […]