Schotex Global names René Gagell head of weaving

November 6, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Sustainable and high-performance textile and textile technology developer Schotex Global® Co. Ltd. has announced the appointment of René Gagell as head of its weaving department. Gagell brings more than 25 years of experience in the textile industry, specializing in weaving technology and mechan…
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Serge Ferrari Group brings 7th Material to North America

November 5, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Serge Ferrari North America, the North American subsidiary of Serge Ferrari Group, which designs, develops and manufactures composite materials, has introduced the 7th Material to the North American market. The concept positions technical membranes as a seventh construction material category, alongs…
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Reju announces collaboration with six mills in Europe and the U.S.

November 4, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Reju, a textile-to-textile regeneration company, announced that the company has been collaborating with six mills to develop fabrics in order to accelerate the integration of regenerated polyester into the global textile supply chain. The work is being carried out with A. Sampaio, RDD Textiles, Tint…
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ATA announces 2026 International Achievement Award winners

November 3, 2026  |  ATA News, Awards, IAA, News

Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) has announced the winners of the 2026 International Achievement Awards (IAAs). These winners represent the best in specialty fabrics and technical textiles from around the world and showcase the innovation and excellence driving this dynamic industry. The I…
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Register now for 2027 Women in Textiles Summit

October 30, 2026  |  ATA News, News

Registration is open for the 2027 Women in Textiles Summit hosted by Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), April 5–7, 2027, in Austin, Texas. Registration Early-bird registration rates of $669 are available to ATA members (nonmemembers, $915) through Feb. 23. Beginning Feb. 24, the member registrat…
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In memoriam: Fred Wilson Jr., Syntha Group

October 30, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Frederick Eugene “Fred” Wilson Jr., Wilson College of Textiles alumnus and owner and chairman of Syntha Group, passed away Oct. 25, 2026, at the age of 88. A native of High Point, N.C., Wilson maintained a lifelong connection to his hometown and the university that helped shape his career. His g…
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Emerald Carpets celebrates 50th anniversary, transitions Mainline Carpets brand

October 30, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Emerald Carpets, Dalton, Ga., is celebrating the company’s 50th anniversary. Additionally, the company announced that the Mainline Carpets brand will transition to be under the Emerald Carpets brand later this year. The transition reflects the company’s commitment to creating a simpler, …
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Seshadri Ramkumar inducted into Red Raider Inventor Hall of Fame

October 30, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Seshadri Ramkumar, Ph.D., a professor at Texas Tech University’s Department of Environmental Toxicology, was inducted into the school’s inaugural Red Raider Inventor Hall of Fame Oct. 28. He was recognized for his invention and commercialization efforts, including developing FiberTect, a nonwove…
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