retail sector news

19th Jul 2024

Toray Composite Materials America has partnered with Elevated Materials to repurpose carbon fibre prepreg waste at its Tacoma, Washington facility. Elevated Materials will transform Toray's scrap prepreg into reusable carbon fibre sheets, plates, and blocks, reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainability in aerospace and other industries.

19th Jul 2024

Trelleborg is investing in a new production facility in Rutherfordton, US, to bolster its position in engineered coated fabrics. The expansion targets key sectors such as aircraft escape slides, water infrastructure, healthcare, and outdoor products. The facility, slated to be LEED-certified and carbon-neutral, will commence operations in early...

19th Jul 2024

Craig Slavtcheff has been appointed as the new chief research and development officer of Kimberly-Clark, succeeding Robert Long. Slavtcheff brings more than 30 years of R&D experience in the CPG industry, previously serving at Campbell Soup Company. Slavtcheff’s expertise includes driving innovation through consumer insights and technology.

19th Jul 2024

Hexcel Corporation reported H1 FY24 sales of $972.7 million, a 6.7 per cent increase from FY23. Gross margin was 25.2 per cent, down from 26.2 per cent. Adjusted operating income rose to $126.1 million. Commercial aerospace sales, 64 per cent of total, grew 13 per cent. Space and defence rose 5.4 per cent. Industrial sector sales fell 24.9...

16th Jul 2024

INDA and NWI have expanded their collaboration to offer comprehensive training courses for the nonwovens industry. Based at North Carolina State University, these courses combine classroom instruction with practical sessions in NWI’s labs. The partnership aims to meet evolving industry needs, focusing on topics like sustainability and tech...

16th Jul 2024

PureCycle has conducted successful trials with MiniFIBERS and Beverly Knits, using PureCycle resin derived from post-consumer recycled waste. This resin was used to create fibre packages, which were then used by Beverly Knits to produce high-quality textiles across various markets. These samples demonstrate that PureCycle resin maintains product...

15th Jul 2024

Registration opens for RISE 2024 (Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics). Scheduled for October 1-2, 2024, at North Carolina State University, the RISE programme will cover disruptive innovation, natural fibres, sustainability in chemistry, and advanced recycling methods. Pre-event webinars highlight technological advancements.

14th Jul 2024

Blue Point Capital Partners and NSA have acquired TSG, NSA's 14th acquisition since 2012 and their first with Blue Point. TSG, known for high-quality personal protective apparel, serves automotive, foundry, fabrication, and glass industries. The partnership aims to leverage NSA's market leadership and Blue Point's sector expertise to enhance TSG's...

13th Jul 2024

First Quality has introduced Prevail Neutral, a new line of protective underwear available in sleek black. Designed with a focus on comfort and style, it features MaxSorb gel tech for up to 10 hrs of bladder protection and Omni-Odour Guard to prevent odours. The high-waisted, body-contouring design aims to provide discretion and eliminate panty...