textiles association organization news

20th Jun 2024

Soft N Dry Diapers Corp and its Mexican subsidiary are launching Tree Free disposable baby diapers in Argentina. Featuring ecoFlex Core technology, these diapers replace tree fibre with advanced synthetics for enhanced absorbency and sustainability. Targeting eco-conscious consumers, the initiative includes e-commerce partnerships for easy...

20th Jun 2024

Andritz will supply Şiteks with a needlepunch line in Tekirdag, enhancing their capacity for nonwoven insulation products. Scheduled to start in Q1 2025, this second Andritz line supports Siteks' expansion to meet global demand in automotive and construction. The eXcelle line processes various fibres, emphasising productivity, quality, and...

19th Jun 2024

Nautilus Defense has achieved a breakthrough in electronic textiles by successfully attaching chiplets to embroidered conductive yarns at a record 180µm pitch. This advancement paves the way for scalable production of fabric-based sensor systems. The technology, developed in Rhode Island, aims to enhance national security and create economic...

18th Jun 2024

Industrial Fabrics is investing $8 mn in a new production facility in Pointe Coupee Parish, creating 25 direct jobs and retaining 44 positions. Utilising locally sourced materials, the facility will produce erosion control products, benefitting the state's agribusiness and manufacturing sectors. Construction began and is slated for completion by...

18th Jun 2024

Essity has revised its targets, now aiming for annual organic sales growth of over 3 per cent, excluding acquisitions. The emphasis is on profitable expansion with a target EBITA margin exceeding 15 per cent, reflecting a focus on improving profitability. These adjustments align with Essity's strategy to strengthen its position in growing markets.

17th Jun 2024

Ontex plans to restructure its Belgian operations, closing the Eeklo site and transforming Buggenhout into a Centre of Excellence for certain products, with a $42.82 mn investment. This aims to enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency. This affects 489 jobs but aims to optimise production and distribution, ensuring sustainability and...

14th Jun 2024

The Ministry of Textiles has approved startups under the GREAT scheme to boost innovation and sustainability in technical textiles. With a maximum funding of ₹5 million (~$59,844) per startup, the initiatives focus on various areas including military composites. Also, ₹64 million was granted to IIT Guwahati to enhance its technical textiles...

13th Jun 2024

The US House of Representatives recently passed legislation to protect water infrastructure by making it mandatory for manufacturers of non-flushable wipes to print ‘do not flush’ on their containers. The legislation will now move to the Senate for voting. The country’s Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) applauded the passage of Act.

12th Jun 2024

Beaulieu Technical Textiles unveils Recover and Recover Pro ground covers at GreenTech Amsterdam 2024, emphasising sustainability and performance. Recover features recycled materials for durability and CO2 reduction, while Recover Pro aids water management and plant health with volcanic lava rock. The range offers UV protection, longevity, and weed ...