apparel press release news

24th Oct 2024

Hexcel Corporation’s Q3 2024 net sales rose 8.8 per cent to $457 million, driven by 17.5 per cent growth in Commercial Aerospace. Adjusted Diluted EPS increased to $0.47 from $0.38 in Q3 2023. Full-year sales are expected to range between $1.90 billion and $1.98 billion. CEO Tom Gentile highlighted strong demand in aerospace but noted ongoing...

23rd Oct 2024

INDA, in collaboration with Nonwovens Industry Magazine, is accepting nominations for the 2025 IDEA Achievement Awards, recognising innovations in the nonwoven and engineered materials sectors since IDEA22. Award categories include Raw Materials, Nonwoven Product, Short-Life, Long-Life, Equipment, and Sustainability Advancement. Entries are due by...

23rd Oct 2024

Web Industries has appointed Suzanne Rotherham as chief operating officer. With over 25 years of experience in supply chain, IT, and general management, she has led transformative initiatives, including ERP implementation. Rotherham previously served as VP and managing director at Hollingsworth & Vose and held leadership roles at Johns Manville.

22nd Oct 2024

Freudenberg has inaugurated two advanced manufacturing facilities in Morinda, India, covering 40,700 sq. metre and representing an investment of over €42 million (~$45.47 million). This expansion consolidates operations from Basma and Mohali, enhancing efficiency and supporting the Make in India initiative. Freudenberg is also celebrating 175 years ...

22nd Oct 2024

Minna Rouru has been appointed as the chief people and communications officer at Suominen, effective February 2025. She joins from Kone Corporation, bringing extensive experience in HR management and change leadership across Asia, America, and Europe. President and CEO Tommi Björnman expressed confidence in Rouru's ability to enhance Suominen's...

22nd Oct 2024

The Advanced Textiles Expo 2024, hosted by the Advanced Textiles Association, attracted over 4,295 attendees and featured around 380 exhibitors. The event included educational sessions, networking opportunities, and the Textiles Challenge competition. Highlights included a focus on women in textiles, with leadership sessions and a networking walk.

22nd Oct 2024

Composites One has announced a leadership transition, effective December 31, 2025: Leon Garoufalis will become vice chair, while Al Dobbeck, currently COO, will step up as CEO. Dave Smith is appointed as the new chief commercial officer (CCO) to enhance customer care and drive growth. Brendan Gilboy joins as chief financial officer (CFO).

18th Oct 2024

Gessner has introduced its Alphastar tribo-electric and NeenahPure meltblown nonwovens, featuring an activated carbon layer for pleatable and bag filters. These high-efficiency electrostatic filter media capture impurities like VOCs and odours, tailored to individual needs. The Alphastar offers superior filtration performance, while NeenahPure...

18th Oct 2024

Graphene-X has launched its performance tech shirt on Kickstarter, integrating HeiQ's skin care technology to nourish the skin with probiotics. Made from boron nitride-integrated polyester, the shirt offers advanced heat dissipation, breathability, and comfort. This innovation marks a significant step in wearable tech, seamlessly integrating health ...