Renson and Corradi North America appoint Michael Ackelbein as president

January 29, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Renson, based in Carrollton, Texas, has announced the appointment of Michael Ackelbein as president of Renson and Corradi North America. Ackelbein brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in architectural products, building materials and multi-channel distribution. He most recently served …
2026 Marine Fabricators Conference blends education and connection

January 29, 2026  |  News

The 2026 Marine Fabricators Conference, which took place Jan. 8–10 at the Hyatt Regency in Savannah, Ga., combined practical education with deep connection among fellow fabricators.
Call for presentations open for Advanced Textiles Expo 2026

January 28, 2026  |  ATA News, News

Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is seeking speakers for Advanced Textiles Expo in Orlando, Fla., Nov. 3–5, 2026, and for the Emerging Technologies Conference on Nov. 2. Proposals are due Feb. 20. Presentation content categories Presentation types 25-Minute Show Floor SessionsConcise 25-minute …
SMART, Goodwill partner with Textile Recovery Summit

January 27, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles (SMART) and Goodwill have announced a partnership with the 2026 Textile Recovery Summit, taking place Feb. 23–25 in San Diego, Calif. For the first time, the Textile Recovery Summit will be co-located with the Plastics Recycling Conference and the Resource…
Reju announces site selection for first U.S. Regeneration Hub

January 26, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Reju, a textile-to-textile regeneration company based in Paris, France, announced that the company has selected the site for its first U.S.-based industrial facility, also known as a Regeneration Hub. The facility will be constructed in Rochester, N.Y., spanning 18.9 acres. The project will be subje…
Provest Equity Partners, CTW Venture Partners invest in Natural Fiber Welding

January 23, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Natural Fiber Welding Inc. (NFW), a materials science company based in Peoria, Ill., has announced a joint investment from Provest Equity Partners and CTW Venture Partners. The partnership will help commercialize and scale the company’s circular materials, PLIANT™ and MIRUM®. “This pa…
Archroma and HeiQ Materials AG enter co-marketing agreement

January 22, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Archroma and HeiQ Materials AG announced that the companies have entered into a co-marketing agreement, combining their product portfolios to deliver anti-odor and antimicrobial technologies to brands, retailers and textile mills worldwide. “This partnership marks an exciting chapter for Archroma …
SugarHouse Industries marks 85 years of business in 2026

January 21, 2026  |  News

2026 marks 85 years of business for SugarHouse Industries in Midvale, Utah. The fabrication shop specializes in awnings and custom-made products in the marine, military and aerospace industries.
CovationBio sells interest in Primient Covation LLC

January 21, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Covation Biomaterials LLC (CovationBio) announced that the company has agreed to sell its interest in Primient Covation LLC, a producer of 100% bio-based 1,3 propanediol (BioPDO). Following the transaction, Primient will continue to supply CovationBio with BioPDO under a long-term supply agreement f…
Mirador Software Group acquires Intex Consulting

January 20, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Intex Consulting, a provider of ERP and MES solutions for textile manufacturers worldwide, announced that the company has been acquired by Mirador Software Group. For more than three decades, Intex has supported weaving, spinning, knitting, dyeing, finishing, and carpet manufacturers with specialize…