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MFA Fabrication Excellence Awards deadline this week
October 28th, 2021
From design excellence to quality workmanship, the MFA Fabrication Excellence Awards showcase projects representing the breadth of the industry from tops and covers to interior and exterior upholstery. Submissions will be accepted through Oct. 30, 2021. Winners will be announced at the 2022 MFA Conference at Wild Dunes Charleston’s Island Resort, Isle of Palms, S.C., […]
IFAI Women in Textiles Summit registration opens
October 27th, 2021
Registration is now open for the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) Women in Textiles Summit being held Feb. 16-18, 2022, at the Château Élan Winery & Resort in Braselton, Ga. The goal of the summit is to strengthen the advancement of women and men through an interactive forum that provides education, networking and dialogue about […]
Herculite completes capacity expansion
October 26th, 2021
Herculite Products Inc., an innovator and manufacturer of high performance and custom fabrics, has completed the second phase of a multiyear, multimillion dollar strategic investment into its facilities focused on strengthening its position as a global leader in high-performance reinforced textile composites by increasing production capabilities, expanding manufacturing capacity and improving organizational efficiency. The recently […]
MFA Fabrication Excellence Awards deadline next week
October 22nd, 2021
From design excellence to quality workmanship, the MFA Fabrication Excellence Awards showcase projects representing the breadth of the industry from tops and covers to interior and exterior upholstery. Submissions will be accepted through Oct. 30, 2021. Winners will be announced at the 2022 MFA Conference at Wild Dunes Charleston’s Island Resort, Isle of Palms, S.C., […]
President Biden reinstates critical conservation measures in marine monument off Cape Cod
October 21st, 2021
President Joe Biden signed a proclamation restoring protections for Northeast Canyons and Seamounts National Monument, while maintaining access for recreational fishing. The National Monument is composed of two units, the Canyons Unit and the Seamounts Unit, each showcasing unique geological features that anchor vulnerable ecological communities threatened by varied uses, climate change and related impacts. […]
Global textile market outlook
October 21st, 2021
According to the report "Global Textile Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Raw Material (Wool, Chemical, Silk), by Product (Natural Fibers, Polyester), by Application (Household, Technical), by Region, and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028" by ResearchAndMarkets.com, the global textile market size is anticipated to reach USD 1412.5 billion by 2028. The market is expected to […]
Marine CEOs report strong business productivity through Q2
October 19th, 2021
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Q2 2021 Marine CEO Sentiment Report, a quarterly survey to assess the state and needs of U.S. recreational boat, engine and marine accessory manufacturing businesses, is now available. The latest data shows marine CEO assessments of overall business conditions were positive through the second quarter of 2021 following a […]
Maryland governor establishes outdoor rec office
October 15th, 2021
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced the state would establish an office of outdoor recreation (OREC) and the hiring of the first Executive Director, J. Daryl Anthony, according the National Marine Manufacturing Association website. In partnership with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Department of Commerce, the establishment of an OREC will strengthen the coordination […]
NOAA seeks new members for Ocean Exploration Advisory Board
October 14th, 2021
NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) is seeking up to four new members for its Ocean Exploration Advisory Board, a federal advisory committee that advises the NOAA administrator on strategic planning, exploration priorities, competitive ocean exploration grant programs and other matters as requested. In addition to advising NOAA leaders, NOAA expects the board to play […]
NCTO issues statement following President Biden’s remarks on global supply chain crisis
October 14th, 2021
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) President and CEO Kim Glas issued a statement following President Biden’s remarks on the global supply chain crisis and stressed the importance of investing onshoring and nearshoring. NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas: “We appreciate President Biden’s call to ensure we are building more resilient and reliable supply […]