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29th Oct 2024

INDA is accepting abstracts for the 18th annual World of Wipes (WOW) conference from July 21-25, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Industry professionals can submit abstracts on wipes-related topics until February 7, 2025. Areas of interest include dry and wet wipes, sustainability, substrate formation, packaging innovations and advancements in machinery...

28th Oct 2024

The net sales of Essity declined 2.2 per cent to SEK 36,274 million (~$3.42 million) in the third quarter of fiscal 2024, but organic growth reached 1.9 per cent. Strong earnings were driven by higher volumes in health and medical products and effective cost-saving measures, resulting in good profitability despite a challenging global economy.

25th Oct 2024

Texas Tech University's nonwovens laboratory and Jayalakshmi Textiles have received the Intexcon innovation award for their collaborative research in technical textiles, presented by Rajeev Saxena in Ahmedabad, India. The partnership showcased the value-added applications of cotton. The event was attended by around 230 industry professionals.

25th Oct 2024

Gessner has launched MecNa, a revolutionary air filter media featuring a 3D nanofibre design for enhanced durability and performance. Developed post-COVID, MecNa addresses reduced lifespan issues in current nanofibre filters by embedding individual nanofibres within the media. This construction ensures high airflow resistance and consistent...

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

Autoneum aims for revenue up to CHF 3 billion (~$3.47 billion) and an EBIT margin of 6-8 per cent with its new 'Level Up' strategy, presented at Capital Markets Day in Czechia. The strategy focuses on product innovation, global growth, and sustainability. It includes targets for a 20 per cent CO2 reduction and a 40 per cent decrease in...

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 ...