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Tajikistan strengthens ties with Better Cotton
April 7th, 2023
Better Cotton has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tajikistan Ministry of Agriculture to reinforce the pair’s partnership and further support the production of more sustainable cotton across the Central Asian nation. The MoU was signed by Better Cotton’s Director of Fundraising, Rebecca Owen, and Tajikistan’s Minister of Agriculture, His Excellency Qurbon Khakimzoda, […]
Milliken & Co. included on America’s Most Innovative Companies
April 6th, 2023
Diversified manufacturer Milliken & Company has made America’s Most Innovative Companies list for the first time this year. Presented by Fortune and Statista Inc., the America’s Most Innovative Companies list highlights companies nationwide that excel in a holistic approach to innovation. “At Milliken, we draw on our materials science expertise to maintain a portfolio of […]
NCTO elects Norman Chapman, Charles Heilig
April 5th, 2023
Norman Chapman, president and CEO of Inman Mills The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber through finished sewn products, held its officer elections for fiscal year 2023 last week. NCTO has elected Norman Chapman, president and CEO of Inman Mills, as chairman, and Charles Heilig, president […]
Recycled yarn challenges and solutions
March 31st, 2023
Spinning yarn blends of virgin and recycled fibers is a much bigger challenge than any other commonly used blend. But the results can still be acceptable with comprehensive quality testing, know-how and experience – as well as the new Uster Statistics 2023 edition as a vital benchmarking tool. The European Union has defined a strategy […]
GOLDTOE launches free sock recycling program with TerraCycle
March 30th, 2023
In time for Earth Month, GOLDTOE® Socks announced its Free Recycling Program in partnership with TerraCycle®, an international recycling leader. The program will offer people an easy way to recycle used socks from any brand, which will then be made into new products. In return, users will be rewarded with points which can be used as […]
Eureka! Tents acquired by Rekord Group
March 29th, 2023
Photo courtesy of Eureka! The Tent Company. Eureka! Commercial (and Military) tents announces that it has been acquired by Rekord Group. Our shared focus and passion for the tent industry makes this an exciting opportunity for our combined employees, customers, vendors and business partners. Our new company - InTENTional Systems – is prepared to grow […]
VEOCEL™ upgrades lyocell shortcut fiber
March 28th, 2023
Lenzing Group, a global producer of wood-based specialty fibers, has announced the launch of its upgraded lyocell shortcut fibers by VEOCEL™ for the flushable market. The upgraded lyocell shortcut fibers not only have high dispersibility, which make them ideal for use in flushable wipes, they also have an upgraded finish, an added benefit for wipes […]
Noble Biomaterials’ Ionic+ Botanical Technology receives EPA registration
March 27th, 2023
Noble Biomaterials, a global supplier of antimicrobial solutions for soft surface applications, announced its latest antimicrobial technology has received official EPA registration. Ionic+® Botanical uses a bio-based registered citric acid formula to inhibit the growth of microbes and reduce odor on fabric and other soft surfaces. Noble Biomaterials began development of the proprietary Ionic+® Botanical […]
SMART leaders promote reuse and recycling
March 24th, 2023
Sorted buckets of textiles stand ready for recycling. Photo by Nikki Schuurman courtesy Circle Economy_2pxl The Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) 2023 Annual Convention in Dubai drew record-breaking attendance of nearly 200 industry leaders from14 countries including the UAE, India and Pakistan. SMART is the leading industry voice promoting high standards and best […]
Tad Calahan appointed to lead TVF
March 23rd, 2023
TVF Inc., a 100% employee-owned global textile supplier, has announced the early completion of a strategic leadership transition. TVF President Tad Calahan will take on full leadership responsibility of the nearly 50-year-old company. TVF Chief Executive Officer Chris Fredericks will turn his full attention to serving as CEO of Empowered Ventures (EV), TVF’s 100% employee-owned […]