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Change Of Leadership At Rieter
WINTERTHUR, Switzerland — September 30, 2026 — Thomas Oetterli has decided to step down from his function as CEO, effective October 31, 2026, and hand over the Chairmanship of the Board of Directors. “After the successful implementation of the Next Level performance program, the structural measures initiated to consolidate the sites and the acquisition of Barmag, the time has come to hand over res
Sep 30, 2026·Read at Textile World
Albany Engineered Composites Awarded $21.2 Million IBAS Contract To Advance Hypersonic And Solid Rocket Motor Thermal Protection Manufacturing
ROCHESTER, N.H. — September 29, 2026 — Albany Engineered Composites, a segment of Albany International Corp., announced today that its AEC Advanced Programs, Inc. business has received a new contract, with a total value of $21.2 million over the 30-month period of performance, through the U.S. government’s Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) program for Strengthening America’s Manufact
Sep 29, 2026·Read at Textile World
How A New Textile Fabric Could Triple Production In Strawberry Plants
RALEIGH, N.C.— September 29, 2026 — A new textile used to cover strawberry plants more than tripled strawberry yields in tunnel field tests, without negatively impacting plant health. The technology could also significantly reduce water and pesticide usage in strawberry fields. The cover, known as Plant Armor, is a carefully designed fabric that is draped over strawberry plants. The material’s thr
Sep 29, 2026·Read at Textile World
ELFA: CapEx Finance Index August 2026 — Demand Cools from Record High And Financial Conditions Improve
WASHINGTON, DC — September 29, 2026 — The latest CapEx Finance Index (CFI), released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA), showed that demand cooled in August after an extraordinary July but remained historically strong. Even after the decline, August was the second strongest month in the survey’s history, and the full-year forecast edged up to a new high. Financial conditio
Sep 29, 2026·Read at Textile World
blc TEXTILES Names Jonathan Simon Chief Executive Officer
NASHVILLE, TN — September 24, 2026 — blc TEXTILES, a supplier of textile products to commercial laundries, healthcare organizations, hospitality businesses, and textile service providers, today announced that Jon Simon has joined the company as Chief Executive Officer. Simon joins blc one year after 1888 Mills, in partnership with Sapphire USA LLC, acquired a majority stake in blc TEXTILES and its
Sep 29, 2026·Read at Textile World
François Desné Appointed Arkema’s Senior Vice President High Performance Polymers And Fluorogases And Member Of The Executive Committee
PARIS LA DÉFENSE — September 28, 2026 — François Desné joins Arkema as Senior Vice President High Performance Polymers and Fluorogases and a member of the Group’s Executive Committee, effective 12 October 2026. He succeeds Laurent Tellier, who was appointed Arkema’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) last July. François Desné With nearly 30 years of international experience in the industry, François De
Sep 28, 2026·Read at Textile World
Pirelli To Invest $1.2 Billion In Rome, Georgia Facility Expansion
ATLANTA, GA — September 22, 2026 — “For over two decades, Pirelli has been a valued presence in our state, and I’m thankful that our efforts to grow this partnership are paying off with even more jobs for hardworking Georgians,” said Governor Brian P. Kemp. “This historic investment will expand Pirelli’s footprint with roughly five times more positions than they currently employ across the region,
Sep 28, 2026·Read at Textile World
The Invisible Arsenal: Why America Cannot Afford To Lose Its Technical Textile Capability
By Ted Fetterman W Strength where it counts. A military parachute system must perform flawlessly under extreme dynamic load — every single time. BRM’s next-generation Kevlar® EXO webbings deliver 29,500 lbs. tensile strength hen policymakers debate defense readiness, the conversation gravitates toward the obvious: semiconductors, rare earth magnets, advanced optics. These are the materials that do
Sep 28, 2026·Read at Textile World
F. Schumacher & Co Announces Substantial Acquisition Of Vanoutryve Mill Archive
NEW YORK, NY — September 22, 2026 — F. Schumacher & Co. (FS&CO), the storied American design house founded by Frederic Schumacher in 1889, is proud to announce the acquisition of the vast majority of the Vanoutryve archive. A renowned mill active in France and Belgium for more than 150 years, Vanoutryve not only was critical to the development of the European textile industry during the 19th and 2
Sep 28, 2026·Read at Textile World
The Swedish Textile Machinery Association: TMAS Technology Behind The Perfect Little Black Dress
STOCKHOLM, Sweden — September 22, 2026 — The little black dress may be one of fashion’s simplest and most enduring garments, but achieving its characteristic clean lines depends on manufacturing precision of the kind supplied by Swedish textile machinery specialist and TMAS member Svegea. Ever since Audrey Hepburn appeared in Givenchy’s celebrated creation in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, the LBD has be
Sep 28, 2026·Read at Textile WorldThe Wilson College of Textiles: Remembering Dr. Andre West
RALEIGH, NC — September 17, 2026 — The Wilson College of Textiles is mourning the loss of professor and former director of Zeis Textiles Extension, Andre West. A beloved colleague, mentor and friend whose creativity, generosity and entrepreneurial spirit left an enduring mark on the college and the people who knew him. Throughout his career, West had a gift for seeing possibility — in ideas and, m
Sep 19, 2026·Read at Textile World
Spinnova Signs Letter Of Intent Regarding Potential Acquisition Of Tearfil And Related EUR 1.5 Million Bridge Loan Financing
JYVÄSKYLÄ, Finland — September 17, 2026 — Spinnova Plc (“Spinnova” or the “company”), a materials technology company producing textile fibre from wood pulp and waste streams, has signed a non-binding letter of intent with Tearfil – Indústria Têxtil, S.A. (“Tearfil”) and its shareholders concerning a potential acquisition by Spinnova of all shares in Tearfil. Tearfil is a Portuguese yarn spinning c
Sep 19, 2026·Read at Textile World
Polartec® And Vibram® Bring Comfort And Performance To The New Crocs’ Tembo II RO
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — September 17, 2026 — Polartec®, a Milliken & Company brand and creator of the world’s first synthetic fleece, and Vibram®, a global leader in high-performance rubber soles, are two of the world’s leading ingredient brands for technical innovation and performance. Together, they have teamed up with Crocs to launch the new Tembo II RO, a fall/winter-ready shoe designed for everyd
Sep 19, 2026·Read at Textile World
As A Bolder Era Of Design Takes Hold, Pantone Adds 224 Vibrant Shades To The Pantone Matching System™
CARLSTADT, N.J. — September 16, 2026 — Pantone LLC, the global authority on color and provider of professional color tools for designers, today introduced 224 new colors to the Pantone Matching System (PMS), expanding the library to nearly 9000 colors. The additions arrive at a turning point in design; as stark minimalism gives way to bold, unapologetic self-expression, the new colors answer a cre
Sep 19, 2026·Read at Textile World
Yarn Expo Autumn 2026 Draws To A Close, Weaving Sustainable Innovation Into Global Sourcing
SHANGHAI — September 18, 2026 — Yarn Expo Autumn 2026 concluded with approximately 600 exhibitors from 14 countries and regions, connecting with nearly 22,000 visitors from 110 represented markets, bringing the textile industry’s evolving material agenda into sharper focus. Nearly 22,000 visitors gathered at Yarn Expo Autumn 2026 to explore global yarn and fibre innovations. (Photo: Messe Frankfur
Sep 19, 2026·Read at Textile World
ITMF Announces International Collaboration Award 2026 Winners
ZÜRICH, Switzerland — September 18, 2026 — The winners of the ITMF International Collaboration Awards 2026 will present their project at the upcoming ITMF & IAF Conference 2026 which will be held from 14 – 15 October 2026 in Fortaleza, Brazil and will be co-hosted by ABIT (Brazilian Textile & Apparel Industry Association). The objectives of the ITMF International Collaboration Awards are to recogn
Sep 19, 2026·Read at Textile World
AAFA Continues Challenge Against SB-707 PRO Selection Despite Injunction Denial
WASHINGTON, D.C. — September 18, 2026 — Following the Sacramento Superior Court’s denial of its motion for a preliminary injunction, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) is announcing that it will continue to pursue its complaint in American Apparel & Footwear Association, Inc. v. California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, to ensure the statutory requirements of Calif
Sep 19, 2026·Read at Textile World
Bally Ribbon Mills To Showcase Award-Winning 3-D Woven Composite Technologies At CAMX 2026
BALLY, Pa. — September 10, 2026 — Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM), a designer, developer, and manufacturer of highly specialized engineered woven fabrics, will showcase its high-quality, high-performance products at CAMX 2026, that will take place on September 21–24, 2026 at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) in Atlanta, Georgia. BRM experts were on hand in booth K46 to discuss the company’s 3-D wo
Sep 15, 2026·Read at Textile World
Archroma And Lameirinho Partner In Pioneering Deployment Of InOneGo Single-Step Dyeing
PRATTELN, Switzerland — September 14, 2026 — Archroma, a global supplier of specialty chemicals, and Lameirinho, a leading home textiles manufacturer based in Portugal, are collaborating to bring InOneGO by Archroma, a new single-step dyeing process, into commercial production. Lameirinho’s first InOneGo bedlinens collection is now available worldwide. Archroma and Lameirinho partner in pioneering
Sep 15, 2026·Read at Textile World
Nonwovenn And CorpAcq Initiate Acquisition Strategy In Specialist Materials
BRIDGWATER, England — September 15, 2026 — Nonwovenn and CorpAcq have announced the formation of a corporate vehicle, named Technical Materials Group (TMG), to spearhead an ambitious growth and acquisition strategy. Experienced M&A practitioner, Keith Pickering, has also been appointed as Head of Acquisitions to lead the initiative Following the partnership transaction completed between Nonwovenn
Sep 15, 2026·Read at Textile World
CiCLO® Technology Expands Across Home Textiles From Market Week To Climate Week
NEW YORK — September 10, 2026 — Intrinsic Advanced Materials is expanding the commercial reach of CiCLO ® technology across home and hospitality textiles this September with ADVANSA and HeiQ, followed by its partnership with Lonely Whale’s Fashion the Future activation during NYC Climate Week. CiCLO® technology expands across home textiles with ADVANSA’s Suprelle® fiberfill made with CiCLO® fibers
Sep 14, 2026·Read at Textile World
Culp Appoints Mary Beth Hunsberger Chief Financial Office — Strengthens Commercial Leadership
HIGH POINT, N.C. — September 14, 2026 — Culp, Inc. has announced the appointment of Mary Beth Hunsberger as Chief Financial Officer. She will report to Iv Culp, President and Chief Executive Officer. In addition to leading the company’s finance organization, Hunsberger will continue to oversee global operations, further strengthening coordination between CULP’s financial, operational, and strategi
Sep 14, 2026·Read at Textile World
Arclin To Showcase Next-Generation Nomex® And Kevlar® Personal Protection Solutions At NSC Safety Congress And Expo 2026
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — September 8, 2026 — Arclin, a materials science company, will exhibit at the National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo 2026, September 14-16, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, booth #4103, showcasing innovative personal protection solutions made with Nomex® and Kevlar®. Arclin’s return to NSC marks an opportunity to introduce safety professionals to the
Sep 14, 2026·Read at Textile World
Trivantage® Welcomes James Dillport As New Outside Sales Representative
BURLINGTON, N.C. — September 10, 2026 — Trivantage, a supplier of specialty fabrics, hardware, and accessories, is pleased to announce the appointment of James Dillport as an outside sales representative serving Missouri, Indiana, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Arkansas. James Dillport Photo – Mark Skalny (c)2024 James brings 10 years of industry experience to Trivantage. Throughout his career, he has d
Sep 11, 2026·Read at Textile World
The Digital Smart Jacket Not Only Aids Rehabilitation, But Also Looks Good
AACHEN, Germany — September 11, 2026 — As part of the PhysioTaix research project, the Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) of RWTH Aachen University is developing a digital smart jacket with integrated sensors. The jacket is washable and reusable; it tracks movements during rehabilitation exercises in real time and transmits the data to an app. © Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) of RWTH Aachen Univer
Sep 11, 2026·Read at Textile World
GORE-TEX® Fabrics: 50 Years Proven — Built For What’s Next
ELKTON, MD — May 11, 2026 — W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore), founder of the GORE-TEX® Brand, marks 50 years of product innovation and leadership in fabrics. Since its consumer introduction in the Early Winters Light Dimension tent in 1976, Gore has expanded its portfolio into a globally trusted solution across garments, footwear, gloves. Today, GORE-TEX® Brand fabrics continue to add comfort while
Sep 11, 2026·Read at Textile World
NRF: Import Cargo’s Peak Season Not Over Yet
WASHINGTON — September 9, 2026 — This year’s extended peak season is continuing, with a final bump expected this month that could push September just over the line to be the busiest month of the year for import volume at the nation’s major container ports, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates. “We thought the peak seaso
Sep 11, 2026·Read at Textile World
Textiles Recycling Expo USA Opens Call For Speakers For 2027 Conference
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — September 9, 2026 — Following the success of its inaugural 2026 event, Textiles Recycling Expo USA is inviting industry experts, innovators, researchers and thought leaders to submit speaker proposals for its 2027 conference, taking place April 7–8 at the Charlotte Convention Center, North Carolina. The call for speakers is now open as organizers begin building the program for th
Sep 11, 2026·Read at Textile World
Heberlein: Advanced DTY Jet Technology And A New Service Hub Bring Performance And Technical Support Closer To Customers
WATTWIL, Switzerland — September 9, 2026 — Heberlein, a globally recognized provider of air interlacing and air texturing jets for synthetic filament yarns, is consolidating its success in the Chinese market with its APh- and APe-series for DTY applications. Particularly in the field of Air Covering, Heberlein technologies combine excellent quality with significant savings in compressed-air consum
Sep 11, 2026·Read at Textile World
Carnegie Reinterprets Biobased Xorel With A Dimensional Lens In Aperture Embroider
NEW YORK, NY — August 5, 2026 — Carnegie, a supplier of sustainable textiles and acoustical management solutions for the commercial industry, introduces Aperture Embroider, a new textile design as part of the new Crush Collection. As Carnegie’s latest addition to its Biobased Xorel product line, Aperture Embroider is made with rapidly renewable materials and 91% plant-based content, delivering dur
Sep 4, 2026·Read at Textile World