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Circulose welcomes two new members to board of directors
March 20th, 2025
Image: Circulose Circulose announced the appointment of Sara Diez Jauregui and Kalyan Madabhushi to its board of directors, following the recent appointment of Helena Helmersson as the new chair. Jauregui offers experience with leading fashion and apparel brands, while Madabhushi brings knowledge from her position at Aditya Birla Group, a global cellulosic fiber producer. “I […]
Circ closes $25 million funding round
March 19th, 2025
Image: Circ® Circ® announced it has closed a $25 million investment round led by Taranis through its Carbon Ventures fund, with continued support from existing investors, including Inditex and Avery Dennison. Circ is based in Danville, Va. This latest funding builds on the company's technical and commercial progress over the past 18 months and will help the company to […]
American Textile Company named AAFA’s 2025 Company of the Year
March 18th, 2025
Image: American Textile Company American Textile Company (ATC) announced it has been named the 2025 American Image Awards Company of the Year by the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA). The company will be presented with the award at the American Image Awards Gala on April 29 in New York City, N.Y. The award recognizes leadership, achievement and […]
Decorative acoustic baffles
March 17th, 2025
These panels can span large open areas, float above furniture to foster collaboration or create intimate zones that define a room, all while enhancing acoustic comfort and visual appeal overhead. Photo: FilzFelt FilzFelt’s Nest Baffle offers a versatile series of hanging acoustic baffles that combine form and function in an innovative, customizable design. Featuring two […]
Traditional marketing vs. digital marketing in 2025
March 17th, 2025
When I was in business school in the ’80s, marketing and advertising was somewhat simple or traditional. You had the advertising mediums of print, radio and television, as was standard for the past 50 years. I still remember one of my professors telling me that cable TV was just a fad as we don’t really […]
Coalition to Close the De Minimis Loophole sends letter to President Trump
March 17th, 2025
Image: Coalition to Close the De Minimis Loophole The Coalition to Close the De Minimis Loophole, representing a broad range of American voices and organizations—including the National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO)—sent a letter to President Donald Trump March 7 urging him to reinstate a ban on de minimis treatment for China. The letter also […]
Tariffs on steel and aluminum begin, Canada imposes reciprocal tariffs
March 13th, 2025
Twenty-five percent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to the U.S. began March 12. In response, Canada has imposed reciprocal tariffs on various U.S. products, including a 25% tariff on steel imports. The country has also increased taxes on tools, computers and servers, sports equipment, display monitors, and cast-iron products.
Culp elects new member to board of directors
March 13th, 2025
Image: Culp Inc. Culp Inc., a mattress and upholstery fabrics producer for residential and commercial furniture, announced the election of William L. Tyson to its board of directors. Tyson has over 30 years of experience across investment banking and capital markets and has served in executive leadership and strategic development roles for various U.S. banks […]
Stein Fibers rebrands, changes name to Everra
March 12th, 2025
Image: Everra Stein Fibers, Charlotte, N.C., has announced its rebranding and name change to Everra. This new name represents a shift for the company and reflects its ongoing commitment to sustainability, innovation and leadership in the global PET market. As Everra, the company will continue to serve as a sustainability-focused distribution partner in the PET industry, […]
Plan your stay: Official housing for Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 now open
March 11th, 2025
We are pleased to announce that Site & Stay has been selected as the official housing partner for Advanced Textiles Expo® 2025, taking place Nov. 5–7 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Ind. Hotel booking is now open, offering attendees and exhibitors exclusive access to discounted rates at our official host hotels—all conveniently located […]