December 2020

  • Published On: December 31, 2020

    The Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) Virtual Series is a free three-part online event occurring Jan. 28, Feb. 18 and March 18. Each two-hour session is focused on bringing the industry together through face-to-face video networking, insightful educational sessions, vendor spotlights, video shop tours, MFA awards presentations, giveaways and more. Discussion topics include how to prepare [...]

  • Published On: December 29, 2020

    The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has welcomed its first 10 U.S. cotton textile manufacturer members: Buhler Quality YarnsCap YarnsCCWContempora FabricsCotswold Industries Inc.Frontier YarnsHamrick MillsInman MillsParkdale Inc.Swisstex Direct The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol enables mills and manufacturers to prove that they are an approved supply chain partner for brands and retailers who are sourcing more sustainably [...]

  • Published On: December 29, 2020

    The IBEX 2021 Call for Proposals is now open, and the annual conference is seeking input from the industry on technical seminars, special sessions and exhibitor-hosted Tech Talks. The deadline for submissions is February 01, 2021. IBEX does not allow product or service promotion in the technical seminars. The IBEX team relies on feedback from [...]

  • Published On: December 28, 2020

    Evolution St. Louis has hired Sevan Altan as its first general manager. Altan brings decades of experience in flatbed knitting, production, design, programming and business development. He will oversee all departments at the company’s high-tech knit manufacturing in St. Louis, Mo. Altan comes from Stoll America, where he managed operation and programming for flatbed knitting. [...]

  • Published On: December 27, 2020

    Sigmatex Carbon Textile Solutions Inc., a manufacturer of carbon fiber textiles, has announced plans to expand operations in Orangeburg County, S.C. The more than $4.5 million investment will create 50 new jobs. Founded in 1986, Sigmatex develops and manufactures carbon fiber textiles for composite material applications. The company works with clients from a diverse range [...]

  • Published On: December 24, 2020

    The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking applications from Minnesota residents to serve on the Aquatic Invasive Species Advisory Committee, a 15-member committee established in 2013 by the Minnesota DNR to help guide the agency’s aquatic invasive species prevention and management activities. There are currently three appointments available for new members to serve [...]

  • Published On: December 23, 2020

    The national research study “Casting a Wide Net: Identifying New Anglers and Boaters and Determining Tactics for Retention” co-sponsored by the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and global market-research firm IPSOS, projects millions of new and returning anglers and boaters thanks to a surge in interest during COVID-19. Key findings from the report include: [...]

  • Published On: December 22, 2020

    Fitesa Simpsonville Inc., an innovator in the design and manufacturing of nonwoven fabric solutions, has announced plans to expand operations in Greenville County, S.C. The $100 million investment will create 40 new jobs over the next five years. The expansion is expected to be completed by 2023. Individuals interested in joining the Fitesa team should [...]

  • Published On: December 22, 2020

    The COVID-19 pandemic will be remembered as one of the most challenging and unprecedented periods ever for the specialty, technical and engineered textile industries. As 2020 comes to a close, Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) would like your help in understanding how businesses in our industries were affected by the events of this year and how [...]

  • Published On: December 22, 2020

    The National Marine Manufacturer’s Association (NMMA) reports that October was a historic month for new powerboat retail sales. Data shows new powerboat sales in October were up 18 percent compared to September, and up 30 percent year-over-year (YOY) on a seasonally-adjusted basis. Year-to-date (YTD) through October, more than 291,000 new powerboats were sold, surpassing cumulative [...]