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eBay invests $300k in Refiberd to drive circular fashion solutions
May 13th, 2025
Image: eBay eBay announced that the company is investing $300,000 into Refiberd in its ongoing efforts to support fashion startups to scale circular solutions through its global Circular Fashion Fund program. Refiberd was announced the winner of eBay's Circular Fashion Innovator of the Year Award, which saw 12 shortlisted businesses across the U.K., U.S., Germany and Australia rewarded for their work in […]
EPA delays start of submission period for PFAS manufacturers and importers
May 12th, 2025
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced an interim final rule to extend the dates of the reporting period for data submitted on the manufacture of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Previously, the submission period was to start July 11, 2025, and it has now been extended to April 13, 2026. For most manufacturers, […]
U.S. and U.K. announce trade deal, modifying tariffs
May 12th, 2025
The U.S. and the U.K. announced on May 8 that the countries made a trade deal. The deal states that the 10% reciprocal tariff imposed on April 2 on U.K. imports remains in effect, but an alternate deal was made for Section 232 tariffs for U.K. autos. Section 232 tariffs for U.K. steel and aluminum […]
Recycled polyester
May 12th, 2025
Primary applications include banners, exhibit graphics, home furnishings, photographic back drops, retail displays, roll up banner stands, SEG and table covers. Photo: Fisher Textiles ET9708 Heavy Knit is a dye sub printable fabric for soft signage, table throws and linens made with 100% post-consumer recycled polyester. It aims to offer a better white point than […]
U.S. and China agree to lower tariffs on imports for 90 days
May 12th, 2025
U.S. and Chinese officials announced that they have agreed to pause the recently imposed tariffs on imports from each country for 90 days, beginning May 14. The U.S. will lower its 145% tariff on Chinese imports to 30%, and China will decrease its tariff on American imports to 10%. Officials from both countries will meet […]
OEKO-TEX® MADE IN GREEN marks a decade as a global sustainability label
May 12th, 2025
Image: OEKO-TEX® Launched in 2015, the OEKO-TEX® MADE IN GREEN label stands for tested product safety, more sustainable manufacturing processes and improved working conditions throughout global supply chains. This year, the label celebrates its 10th anniversary. "Brands and retailers must remain at the forefront of both current and emerging consumer expectations, as well as evolving […]
KBR partners with Samsara Eco to design new enzymatic recycling plant
May 12th, 2025
Image: Samsara Eco KBR has announced that the company will support Samsara Eco in designing its new plastics and textile enzymatic recycling plant. The plant is expected to be completed in early 2028. Samsara Eco’s enzymatic recycling technology aims to create a continuous recycling loop for some of the most common types of plastic and […]
Kimberly-Clark investing $200 million, adding 150+ jobs in S.C. expansion
May 9th, 2025
Image: Kimberly-Clark Nonwovens producer Kimberly-Clark Corporation announced that it is expanding its operations in Beech Island, S.C., with an investment of over $200 million. The company's expansion will create more than 150 new jobs. Founded in 1872, Kimberly-Clark's well-known brands, including Cottonelle, Huggies, Kleenex, Scott and more, are sold in over 175 countries. The company is […]
ATA announces multiple new benefits for members
May 8th, 2025
Image: Advanced Textiles Association® Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) is excited to introduce ATA Perks Plus, a new suite of benefits to support members in both their personal and professional lives. All benefits are available to ATA members in the U.S. and Canada and their employees; some perks extend to international members. To add employees to your […]
Milliken & Company releases 2024 Sustainability Report
May 8th, 2025
Image: Milliken & Company Milliken & Company released its seventh annual sustainability report, disclosing performance against its 2025 sustainability goals and 2030 net-zero targets. "Sustainability is at the core of Milliken's business strategy, and our 2024 sustainability report highlights our performance, processes and progress," says Halsey Cook, president and CEO at Milliken. "The progress we have made […]