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Lectra appoints John Brearley president of the Americas
October 13th, 2025
Image: Lectra Lectra, a technology solutions provider for the fashion, automotive and furniture industries, has announced the appointment of John Brearley as president of the Americas and a member of the company's executive committee. Lectra currently operates in 31 countries in the Americas region, with 400 employees in 7 locations serving more than 8,000 customers. […]
Sunbrella launches Sunbrella Interiors, debuting at High Point Market
October 9th, 2025
Image: Sunbrella® Sunbrella® has announced the launch of Sunbrella Interiors, a new sub-brand that will provide fabrics and products for interior spaces. The sub-brand will debut at High Point Market Oct. 25–29, and feature plush chenilles and other soft, textural fabrics, as well as window treatments, throws and more. “Consumers and the trade have always […]
Superior Glove opens first U.S. production plant in North Carolina
October 8th, 2025
Image: Superior Glove Superior Glove, a Canada-based safety gloves and sleeves producer, opened its first U.S. manufacturing facility Sept. 27 in High Point, N.C. The new 32,000-square-foot plant is located at 782 Gallimore Dairy Rd. The company also operates manufacturing sites in Ontario and Newfoundland, Canada, and Honduras, and distribution centers in Alberta and Buffalo, […]
Sciessent awarded U.S. patent for Pilltec anti-pilling technology
October 7th, 2025
Image: Sciessent Sciessent, an antimicrobial and odor control technologies provider, announced that its Pilltec™ has been granted a patent by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The patent, U.S. Patent No. 12,366,031, covers Pilltec for fabrics, textiles and articles of manufacture. The technology is a water-based, polymer-forming composition that enhances the durability and anti-pilling properties […]
Arvind, H&M Group, Deven Supercriticals launch supercritical CO₂ dyeing machine in India
October 7th, 2025
Image: Arvind Ltd. Arvind Ltd., an Indian textile-to-retail conglomerate, in collaboration with fashion brand H&M Group and Indian innovation start-up Deven Supercriticals Pvt. Ltd., has announced the launch of India’s first supercritical CO₂ dyeing machine at Arvind’s facility in Ahmedabad. The technology, globally patented under the SUPRAUNO® brand, reduces the use of water in the […]
Herculite Products Inc. promotes Austin Barshinger to quality supervisor
October 6th, 2025
Image: Herculite® Products Inc. Herculite® Products Inc., a manufacturer of high-performance and custom fabrics, has announced the appointment of Austin Barshinger as the new quality supervisor in York, Pa. Barshinger joined Herculite in December 2021. During this time, he has advanced to a Level 7 Lam Operator, earned his Master Supervisor Certificate through the Manufacturers’ […]
Arclin to acquire aramids business from DuPont
October 6th, 2025
Image: DuPont™ DuPont™ has announced that Arclin, a portfolio company of an affiliate of TJC L.P., has reached a definitive agreement to acquire DuPont's aramids business (Kevlar® and Nomex®) in a $1.8 billion transaction. Arclin has received fully committed financing in connection with the transaction, which is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, […]
Artistic Milliners acquires majority stake in Cone Denim from Elevate Textiles
October 3rd, 2025
Image: Elevate Textiles Artistic Milliners, a denim manufacturer, has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Cone Denim from Elevate Textiles. The new multinational company will operate under the Cone Denim name. Artistic Milliners’ Pakistan operations and business will continue to operate independently. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of […]
Milliken Assure moisture barrier wins 2025 R&D 100 Award
October 2nd, 2025
Image: Milliken & Company Milliken & Company has announced that its Milliken Assure™ moisture barrier, a non-PFAS, non-halogenated, UL-certified flame-resistant moisture barrier for firefighter turnout gear in North America, has been named a winner of the 2025 R&D 100 Awards. “We are honored to receive an R&D 100 Award for Assure,” says Halsey Cook, president and CEO […]
CiCLO Technology wins 2025 Home Excellence Behind the Seams Award
October 1st, 2025
Image: CiCLO® Technology CiCLO® Technology has announced that the Home Fashion Products Association (HFPA) has recognized the company with the 2025 Home Excellence Behind the Seams Award. The award recognizes a supplier partner who has made an exceptional impact on the textile industry through innovation, meaningful partnerships, integrity and leadership. “We are honored and grateful […]