Greybull Stewardship Acquires Mid-West Textile

Greybull Stewardship logoJACKSON, Wyoming — October 15, 2026 — Greybull Stewardship (“Greybull”), a private investment firm that partners with scalable, smaller businesses to help them grow, today announced the acquisition of Mid-West Textile, a  used textile collection and recycling company. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Founded in 1982, Mid-West Textile has been in the used textile industry for more than forty years, specializing in the collection, sorting, and grading of used clothing and textiles to help extend the useful life of reusable materials and divert textiles from the waste stream. One of the largest textile recyclers in the United States, the company offers comprehensive services for thrift retail stores, fiber reclamation operators, and industrial wiping cloth suppliers, while operating multiple Thrift Town retail stores in Texas and New Mexico.

This investment underscores Greybull’s conviction in the long-term potential of the textile recycling industry. Leveraging its experience working with companies in the sector, Greybull plans to provide Mid-West Textile with capital and operational support as the business continues to grow. “As consumers, businesses and communities increasingly look for ways to reduce waste and extend the life of existing materials, we see a significant opportunity to continue to partner with established businesses that provide the infrastructure and expertise needed to collect, process, and give textiles a second life,” said Mason Myers, Founder and CEO of Greybull Stewardship. “Mid-West Textile has built a leading business around extending the life of used textiles and clothing, and we are excited to support the company in its next phase of growth, including expanding its Thrift Town retail stores in the years ahead.”

Greybull Stewardship

Greybull Stewardship is a private investment firm supporting established, small businesses on their way to scalable and sustainable success. With decades of operational experience and financial acumen, their team of multi-disciplinary operators provides a suite of tailored resources and strategic guidance extending beyond just capital. Greybull proudly cultivates partnerships with motivated entrepreneurs to realize their full potential and confidently navigate the complexities of expansion. Founded in 2010, Greybull is headquartered in Jackson, Wyoming, with team members located throughout the U.S. to effectively support the firm’s investments. To learn more about Greybull, visit www.greybullstewardship.com.

Mid-West Textile

Mid-West Textile is a used textile collection and recycling company headquartered in El Paso, Texas, focused on expanding the useful life of clothing and textiles. One of the largest textile recyclers in the U.S., Mid-West Textile collects, sorts and processes used clothing and housewares for wholesale and thrift retail end markets, and helps reduce post-consumer waste while creating new supply chains for organizations. To learn more, visit www.mid-westtextile.com.

Posted: October 16, 2026

Source: Greybull Stewardship

EU And Mercosur Textile Industries Launch New Textile And Apparel Dialogue

FORTALEZA, Brazil — October 15, 2026 — The European Apparel and Textile Confederation (EURATEX), Associação Brasileira da Indústria Têxtil e de Confecção (ABIT )-(Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association) and La Federación de Industrias Textile Argentine (FITA)-(the Federation of Argentine Textile Industries) have launched the EU–Mercosur Textile and Apparel Dialogue (TAD), a new industry platform aimed at strengthening cooperation between the European and Mercosur textile and apparel sectors.

EURATEX - TAD mercosurThe Dialogue will support the effective and balanced implementation of the EU–Mercosur Free Trade Agreement, with a focus on reciprocal market access, competitive and resilient value chains, and sustainable growth.

EU–Mercosur trade in textiles and clothing was worth nearly €700 million in 2025, with European exports to Mercosur reaching €495 million and imports from the region €199 million. These figures already point to a significant industrial and commercial relationship. The new agreement offers an opportunity to deepen this further by improving market access, facilitating trade and encouraging new investment and cooperation across the textile and apparel value chain.

The Dialogue will provide companies and industry representatives with a structured forum to discuss trade flows, investment, rules of origin and practical barriers to trade, including customs procedures and regulatory issues. The partners will also cooperate on sustainability, circularity, traceability, enforcement, and fair competition.

Mario Jorge Machado, President of EURATEX, said:

Mario Jorge Machado

“The EU–Mercosur agreement opens a new chapter for our industries. Through this Dialogue, we want to make sure that these opportunities translate into real business cooperation, stronger value chains, and fair and reciprocal market access. By working together, our industries can identify practical solutions, encourage investment and build a more competitive and sustainable textile and apparel sector.”

The Dialogue will bring together senior industry representatives and meet twice a year, alternating between virtual and in-person meetings. Its chairmanship will rotate annually between EURATEX, ABIT and FITA.

The mandate establishing the Dialogue was signed in Fortaleza by Mario Jorge Machado, President of EURATEX; Fernando Valente Pimentel, President Emeritus of ABIT and Luis Tendlarz, President of FITA.

Posted: October 16, 2026

Source The European Apparel and Textile Confederation (EURATEX)

Data And Skills, Not Algorithms, Hold Back AI In Textiles, Finds New ITMF And ITA White Paper

ITMF RWTH joint logoZÜRICH, Switzerland / AACHEN, Germany — October 15, 2026 — The International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) and the Institut für Textiltechnik of RWTH Aachen University (ITA) today published “AI in the Textile Value Chain: A Strategic Guide to Artificial Intelligence for the Global Textile Industry”.

The white paper finds that the main barriers to AI adoption in the textile and apparel industry are poor data integration, skills shortages and gaps in governance, not the technology itself. It argues that the industry’s progress will depend on coordinated, industry-wide capability-building.

The paper draws on the ITMF & ITA webinar series AI in the Textile Value Chain (2024–2026). Across ten sessions, more than 20 experts from companies, research institutes and policy bodies spoke in the series. The paper also draws on a World Café discussion with practitioners at the ITMF Conference 2025 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

According to the authors, AI is becoming relevant because of structural pressures rather than technological hype. These pressures include demographic decline, persistent skills shortages, volatile markets, and rising demands for quality, traceability and sustainability. Decades of digitalization have left the sector with abundant data but fragmented systems. As a result, the paper describes the industry as “not under-digitalized, but digitally fragmented.”

Key findings include:

  • AI is already delivering measurable value in well-defined applications. Examples include computer-vision fabric and yarn inspection, predictive maintenance, energy optimization and demand forecasting. In one example cited from a nonwovens line, causal AI reduced scrap by 10%.
  • Data and skills are more limiting than algorithms. Participants warned that AI does not fix poor data but amplifies its flaws. Many companies hold far less usable, structured data than they believe.
  • AI is moving from decision support to action. Agentic systems are starting to coordinate multi-step processes such as sourcing. Causal AI is beginning to adjust production settings directly, in both cases under human supervision. The realistic horizon for end-to-end AI workflows is estimated at two to three years.
  • Trust is the decisive currency. Industry participants named clear conditions for AI use: control over sensitive data, strong cybersecurity, transparency about system limits, and preserved human accountability.

The paper recommends that companies invest in people before scaling technology and treat data as shared infrastructure. It also advises proceeding incrementally, starting with bounded use cases. It highlights a strong role for industry associations and pre-competitive collaboration, particularly for SMEs. Examples include shared data standards, data spaces that keep ownership with the data originator, and sector-specific tools such as a controlled “Textile GPT.”

“AI is not a shortcut around the structural challenges our industry faces, but it can help companies manage complexity and make the most of scarce expertise. Understanding where AI genuinely helps is a learning process. That is why exchange through associations like ITMF matters so much.” said Olivier Zieschank, Director, ITMF.

“Companies need a dedicated task force to embed data integration into their day-to-day and strategic technical and business processes. Partnering with external experts on a transparent assessment — a data or automation waste walk — and on effective implementation is not only decisive to future success, but essential to survive!”, said Prof. Thomas Gries, Director, Institut für Textiltechnik ITA, RWTH Aachen University.

The white paper is available at

doi.org/10.18154/RWTH-2026-09336 or

https://publications.rwth-aachen.de/record/1042375

Recordings of the ITMF & ITA webinar series are available to ITMF members at

https://www.itmf.org/virtual-forum

Posted: October 16, 2026

Source: The International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) and the Institut für Textiltechnik of RWTH Aachen University (ITA)

Cotton Incorporated Convenes Textile Industry Leaders To Advance Dialogue On Sustainability, Innovation And The Future Of Cotton

CARY, N.C. — October 16, 2026 — Cotton Incorporated recently convened leaders and stakeholders from across the textile and apparel value chain for an industry summit held Sept. 28 – 30 in San Diego, California, focused on some of the most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities shaping the future of cotton and the broader textile industry.

Jesse Daystar, PhD., vice president and chief sustainability officer for Cotton Incorporated, presents LCA data as a credible resource to help inform sourcing decisions, support regulatory compliance and identify opportunities for meaningful improvement at the Cotton Sustainability Summit.Image courtesy of Cotton Incorporated.
Jesse Daystar, PhD., vice president and chief sustainability officer for Cotton Incorporated, presents LCA data as a credible resource to help inform sourcing decisions, support regulatory compliance and identify opportunities for meaningful improvement at the Cotton Sustainability Summit.
Image courtesy of Cotton Incorporated.

The event brought together perspectives spanning agriculture, textile sourcing, sustainability, scientific research and environmental innovation, creating a forum for meaningful dialogue around the evolving demands facing brands, retailers, manufacturers and cotton producers.

Discussions explored several key areas influencing the industry’s future, including:

  • Sustainability data and measurement: Advancing credible, science-based approaches to understanding and communicating environmental impact across the cotton supply chain
  • Regenerative agriculture and climate resilience: Exploring research, agricultural innovation and opportunities to strengthen environmental outcomes while supporting cotton growers
  • Evolving regulatory frameworks: Examining how emerging textile regulations, traceability expectations and circularity initiatives are influencing sourcing and material decisions
  • Microplastics and material innovation: Considering the growing importance of fiber choice, plastic pollution research and the role of natural fibers in addressing environmental challenges
  • Industry collaboration: Identifying opportunities to connect research, practical solutions and industry needs to support long-term progress

“Bringing together diverse perspectives from across the textile value chain is essential to addressing the challenges and opportunities facing our industry,” said William Kimbrell, president and CEO of Cotton Incorporated. “Our focus is on connecting science, research and industry expertise to support informed decisions, advance innovation and strengthen cotton’s role in the future of textiles.”

As the textile and apparel industry navigates increasing expectations around environmental performance, transparency and responsible sourcing, Cotton Incorporated continues to support science-based research, innovation and collaboration that help strengthen cotton’s competitiveness and expand opportunities for the natural fiber.

The summit reinforced the importance of continued dialogue across the value chain and the role of research and shared knowledge in helping the industry address complex challenges and advance practical solutions.

Posted: October 16, 2026

Source: Cotton Incorporated

North And Central American Polyester Filament Yarn Producers Launch Yarnproof™ To Strengthen Regional Trade Compliance And Supply Chain Integrity

yarnproof-logo-dark-fibretraceGREENSBORO, N.C. — October 13, 2026 — Unifi, Inc., together with polyester filament yarn manufacturers across North and Central America, today announced the launch of YarnProof™, an industry-wide initiative designed to provide immediate, physical verification of polyester filament yarn origin throughout the supply chain.

YarnProof, powered by FibreTrace® technology, embeds an invisible and permanent tracer into polyester filament yarn during extrusion. The tracer remains with the material throughout its lifecycle and can be immediately detected using a proprietary FibreTrace handheld scanner at designated points across the supply chain, including yarn, fabric, and finished goods.

By linking physical verification to origin claims, YarnProof supports compliance with the yarn-forward requirements of the CAFTA-DR and USMCA trade agreements. Working alongside existing documentation and certification systems, YarnProof adds a layer of verifiable evidence that strengthens trade integrity, protects compliant supply chains, and supports regional manufacturing.

“Supply chain integrity is a top priority for our brand,” said Nick Pence, Senior Director of Material Supply at Under Armour. “As we continue to rely on yarn manufacturers in the region to fulfill our brand’s strategic goals, we are encouraged by the proactive steps the industry is taking to enhance transparency and reliability throughout the supply chain, and to provide physical evidence to support sourcing history.”

As concerns over non-compliant trade continue to grow, trade regulators like U.S. Customs and Border Protection have emphasized the importance of private-sector solutions that help strengthen supply chain traceability and support enforcement efforts.

“Traditional methods of fraud detection, such as document review and site visits remain important,” said Kim Glas, President & CEO of the National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO). “With the launch of YarnProof, the region gains a new tool for substantiating origin claims, giving brands greater confidence in their sourcing decisions while creating additional opportunities for North and Central American manufacturing.”

North and Central American polyester filament manufacturers have united behind YarnProof to help decrease the reputational risk faced by brands and retailers, address growing scrutiny of supply chain claims, reduce exposure to non-compliant trade, and strengthen confidence in regional sourcing programs. These manufacturers are Aquafil O’Mara, Inc., CS America, Inc., CS Central America, S.A. de C.V., Nan Ya Plastics Corporation, America, Premiere Fibers, LLC, Sans Americas, Skytex México, S.A. de C.V., Tecnología Textil Avanzada S.A., Textufil S.A. de C.V., Unifi Manufacturing, Inc., and United Textiles of America.

“Strong regional manufacturing depends on trust, transparency, and consistent enforcement of trade requirements,” states Allen Jacoby President of Technical Textiles at Milliken & Company. “The ability to verify material origin through immediate physical evidence strengthens compliance, improves transparency, and builds confidence across the supply chain.”

As brands, retailers, and regulators place greater scrutiny on sourcing claims, YarnProof provides a new level of accountability for regional supply chains. By connecting physical evidence directly to material origin, the initiative helps protect compliant manufacturers, strengthen trust in regional production, and support the long-term competitiveness of North and Central American manufacturing.

For more information on YarnProof, please visit www.yarnproof.com

Posted: October 13, 2026

Source: Unifi, Inc. 

Polartec® Introduces The Next Generation Of Polartec Alpha™ Active Insulation

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — October 13, 2026 — Polartec®, a Milliken & Company brand and global supplier of innovative performance textiles, introduces the next generation of Polartec Alpha™ active insulation, featuring a new patent-pending construction engineered to deliver greater durability and design versatility while preserving the breathability and dynamic thermoregulation that has made Alpha a benchmark for active insulation.

polartec-nex-gen-alpha-1Polartec Alpha™ was born from an unusually complex performance challenge: create insulation for highly active military users who move rapidly between periods of intense exertion and lower activity in cold environments. Traditional insulation could provide warmth, but often at the expense of breathability and moisture management as activity increased.

Polartec Alpha™ approached the problem differently. Its open, highly breathable construction was engineered to balance insulation with airflow, helping manage excess heat and moisture as exertion and environmental conditions change. That combination helped establish Polartec Alpha™ within military and special operations communities around the world and ultimately helped create an entirely new category of active insulation.

Over the following decade, the same performance principle moved into outdoor, endurance and lifestyle apparel. Polartec Alpha™ became known for its combination of lightweight warmth, exceptional breathability, fast drying, and packability – forever changing how designers approached insulation for people in motion.

Now, Polartec is advancing the platform once again.

At the center of the next generation is a patent-pending construction engineered to improve the structural integrity of the fabric while maintaining the open architecture fundamental to Polartec Alpha™ performance. The result is improved resistance to snagging and shedding without compromising the airflow, compressibility, lightweight warmth and thermoregulation that define the platform.

This engineering advancement also expands what designers can do with Polartec Alpha™.

Originally developed as an insulation layer within a multilayer garment system, Polartec Alpha™ has increasingly moved beyond that architecture. Performance and lifestyle brands are using the fabric more visibly, and in some applications, as a standalone layer. Polartec® responded by re-engineering the platform around these evolving applications. Now available in a broader range of constructions, weights and textures, the next generation of Polartec Alpha™ gives designers greater freedom to tune aesthetics, hand feel and performance for different activities, climates and end uses.

The development reflects more than four years of collaboration, prototyping and testing with leading performance brands. The engineering objective was ambition: increase durability and design flexibility while keeping everything that makes Polartec Alpha™ standout. The new Polartec® patent-pending construction achieves that balance, creating a stronger and more versatile platform while retaining the fundamental performance physics behind Polartec Alpha™.

This evolution is already translating into broad market adoption. More than eleven brands are preparing to launch products featuring the next generation of Polartec® Alpha™ in coming months, spanning outdoor, endurance and performance apparel. The breadth of its adoption reflects both the versatility of the new platform and the growing demand for insulation systems designed around changing levels of activity rather than static warmth alone.

Patagonia, whose relationship with Polartec stretches back to the early development of synthetic fleece, will introduce an exclusive style using the new Polartec Alpha™ in November. Additional products featuring next-generation Polartec Alpha™ and Polartec Alpha™ with Wool are expected from Ornot, Purple Mountain Observatory, Senchi Designs, Farpointe, Goldwin and other performance brands for Fall/Winter 2026.

“The evolution of Polartec Alpha™ is a great example of what happens when we listen closely to our partners and observe how a technology is actually being used,” said Karen Beattie, Director of Product Management at Polartec. “Our challenge was to make Alpha more durable and versatile without sacrificing the structure responsible for its performance. The patent-pending construction allows us to preserve what people value about Alpha while giving designers a stronger and more adaptable platform for what comes next.”

Ramesh Kesh

Ramesh Kesh, Senior Vice President for Innovation of Milliken & Company and Business Manager at Polartec, added: “Alpha began by solving an extreme problem: how do you keep someone warm without trapping the heat and moisture generated when they are working hard? That challenge is as relevant on a mountain, a trail or a daily commute as it is in military environments. Human performance is dynamic. Intensity changes. Conditions change. Alpha was designed to respond. With more than eleven brands already preparing products around the new platform, it’s clear that the market is moving beyond insulation defined simply by how warm it is. The future is about managing warmth dynamically as people move through changing activity levels and conditions. We are not changing the principle behind Alpha. We are using new engineering to extend what it can do.”

Posted: October 13, 2026

Source: Polartec®, a Milliken & Company brand

INDA Opens Registration For IDEA®27, The Premier Global Event For Nonwovens And Engineered Fabrics

CARY, N.C. — October 13, 2026 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has opened registration for IDEA®27, the premier global event for the nonwovens and engineered fabrics industry, taking place March 23-25, 2027, at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Participants can register for IDEA27 at https://events.american-tradeshow.com/IDEA27.

Expected to bring together more than 4,000 industry professionals and 400 exhibitors from across the nonwovens value chain, IDEA27 will provide three days of business development, sourcing, innovation and industry connection. Exhibitors will showcase the latest materials, technologies, equipment and solutions serving markets including hygiene, medical, filtration, automotive, geotextiles, building and construction, and home furnishings.

“IDEA is where the global nonwovens industry comes together to discover what’s next, strengthen business relationships and turn new ideas into opportunities,” said Ben Muller, executive director of INDA. “IDEA27 will bring together the people, technologies and expertise that drive our industry forward, and we look forward to welcoming the global nonwovens community to Kansas City.”

INDA Members Receive Show Floor Pass at No Charge

INDA recognizes the economic pressures and market uncertainty our industry is facing and its impact on our members’ ability to convene and connect. To facilitate members building relationships, sourcing solutions, identifying new opportunities, and moving business forward, INDA Members can receive an IDEA®27 show floor pass at no charge in 2027.

RISE® Technology Conference Joins IDEA27

For the first time since its inception, the RISE® Technology Conference will be held in conjunction with IDEA27, expanding the event’s technical content and providing professionals with greater access to emerging technologies and innovations that have the potential to influence future products and processes.

The combination of RISE and IDEA27 will create a comprehensive experience connecting forward-looking technical content with commercial technologies, market developments and business opportunities across the show floor.

The reformatted RISE program will highlight innovation across the full spectrum of development, including fundamental and corporate research, upstream innovation and performance-driven applications. Designed to be broadly applicable across markets, the program will provide actionable technical insights for professionals throughout the global nonwovens value chain.

Details on the RISE conference program will be announced in the coming months and available on the IDEA27 website.

IDEA27 Professional Development

IDEA27 will begin Monday, March 22, with six professional development courses designed to build technical knowledge and address key nonwoven market applications.

Course offerings will include an introduction to nonwoven manufacturing as well as specialized education focused on the technical design and performance of baby and adult care absorbent systems, wet wipes and period products. A one-day filter media course also will be offered featuring technical content.

Additional course details will be announced this fall at ideashow.org.

IDEA Achievement Awards

INDA and Nonwovens Industry magazine will once again collaborate to present the IDEA Achievement Awards, recognizing outstanding innovations, technical advancements and achievements across the nonwovens and engineered materials industry.

Industry professionals are invited to submit their companies’ most innovative products, materials, equipment and sustainability advancements or nominate innovations on behalf of their clients. Finalists will receive global industry recognition, with winners announced during IDEA27.

Nominations will be accepted through Nov. 8, 2026, on the Nonwovens Industry website: https://www.nonwovens-industry.com/vote-now-for-the-2027-idea-achievement-awards/

Exhibiting, Sponsorships and More Information

For information about exhibiting or sponsorship opportunities at IDEA27, contact Dan Noonan at sales@inda.org. For complete event details, visit ideashow.org. To register for IDEA27, visit https://events.american-tradeshow.com/IDEA27.

Posted: October 13, 2026

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

FibreTrace® Physical Verification Now Available Across North And Central America As Regional Producers Launch YarnProof™

LONDON — October 13, 2026 — North and Central American polyester filament manufacturers today announced a collective initiative, launching YarnProof™ powered by FibreTrace® technology.

YarnProof, powered by FibreTrace, enables physical verification of regional origin at any point across the value chain, giving brands, manufacturers, and regulators increased confidence in supply chain compliance. By embedding an invisible, persistent tracer directly into polyester filament yarn during extrusion, YarnProof-enabled materials carry a verifiable origin signature that stays in the material from production through the life of the product.

The FibreTrace handheld scanner detects the tracer in real time, whether in yarn, fabric, or final product. Each scan by an authorized participant creates a verification event that connects the physical material with supporting production and sourcing records. Working alongside existing documentation, YarnProof facilitates a layer of physical proof of origin to strengthen trade integrity, protect compliant supply chains, and support regional manufacturing. For YarnProof, this capability creates an additional layer of assurance supporting the yarn-forward requirements of CAFTA-DR and USMCA.

North and Central American polyester filament manufacturers have united to protect the integrity of manufacturing in region.

These manufacturers are:

  • Aquafil O’Mara, Inc.
  • CS America, Inc.
  • CS Central America, S.A. de C.V.
  • Nan Ya Plastics Corporation
  • America, Premiere Fibers, LLC
  • Skytex México, S.A. de C.V.
  • Tecnología Textil Avanzada S.A.
  • Textufil S.A. de C.V.
  • Unifi Manufacturing, Inc.
  • United Textiles of America.

“We commend the polyester filament yarn manufacturers across North and Central America for coming together to lead this,” said Danielle Statham, Founder and Owner of FibreTrace. “To our knowledge, this is the first regional group of fiber producers to collaborate at this scale to strengthen their position through physical verification. By collectively adopting physical verification of materials, they are moving beyond individual origin claims and creating a shared verification framework that connects physical evidence with supporting production and sourcing records. They are not simply telling the market where their fiber comes from — they are giving the market a way to verify it.”

YarnProof powered by FibreTrace gives the region’s producers something documentation alone cannot provide: the ability to interrogate the physical material itself downstream in the supply chain. The evidence travels with the material, helping manufacturers substantiate origin, and brands strengthen sourcing claims. With FibreTrace-enabled polyester filament yarn now innately sourceable across North and Central America, brands have even greater opportunity to make physical verification part of their overall brand strategy.

For more information on YarnProof, visit www.yarnproof.com.

YarnProof™ is a registered trademark of Unifi, Inc. in the US and other regions.

Posted: October 13, 2026

Source: FibreTrace Technologies Limited

Calvin Woolley, Formerly Responsible For Global Textile Sustainability At IKEA, Has Joined Cyclothe As Our Co-Founder & CEO

SALTSJÖ-BOO, Sweden — October 12, 2026 — “Bringing Calvin into Cyclothe marks our deliberate transition from developing infrastructure to deploying it commercially at industrial scale. His deep command of the global textile value chain, global brand dynamics, and supply chain transformation gives us the exact leadership required to navigate this next phase,” says Halit Kosmaz, Founder of Cyclothe.

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Calvin Woolley

Cyclothe, the Swedish circular technology company, enters its next phase of commercial growth with the appointment of Calvin Woolley, former Sustainable Business Manager for Textiles at IKEA, as Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer.

Extensive industry experience

With more than 25 years of international textile industry leadership, including 15 years driving global textile sustainability and circularity initiatives at Inter IKEA, Calvin Woolley brings an intimate understanding of end-to-end supply chains, enterprise brand requirements, and the structural friction that has historically prevented circular systems from scaling.

“It is clear that the textile sector does not suffer from a lack of circular ambition. It suffers from a lack of functioning infrastructure. What we’re missing is an infrastructure capable of managing new legislation in a commercially viable way—an infrastructure where measurable, high-value reverse flows can actually be built at scale. Cyclothe is building that exact missing layer, linking people, products, cities, brands, and recyclers through one connected, intelligent system,” says Calvin Woolley.

Smart infrastructure system for circular solutions

The appointment of Calvin Woolley marks an intentional shift as Cyclothe moves from proprietary technology development to widespread commercial deployment. Rather than operating as an isolated recycling or waste-management vendor, Cyclothe offers an integrated infrastructure that connects citizens, retailers, municipalities, extended producer responsibility (EPR) systems, and secondary markets in a single, fully traceable resource loop. The technology combines smart intake points, AI-driven identification, and data-backed sorting logistics to systematically prioritize reuse, repair, and repurposing before recycling, keeping products and fibers at their highest financial and material value.

Scaling across the Nordics and Europe

Next, the company will accelerate rollouts of Cyclothe’s smart collection network and AI-powered sorting architecture across the Nordics and Europe. It will also expand its traceable downstream marketplace by establishing commercial channels for certified reuse, resale, and high-grade textile recycling partners. Calvin Woolley is excited to be on board:

“After more than two decades inside the global industry, I recognized that Cyclothe’s approach is the keystone the industry has been desperately waiting for, to translate its ambition into reality. That is why I am proud to join not only as the CEO, to lead the company, but also as a Co-founder, to help scale this vision alongside its founder, Halit, and our partners.”

Cyclothe 

Cyclothe is a Swedish technology company building Circular Resource Infrastructure, starting with textiles. Cyclothe provides the physical and digital infrastructure connecting citizens, municipalities, brands, logistics providers, and circular markets into one transparent, traceable resource loop. Powered by smart collection hubs, automated identification, and AI-enabled decision engines, Cyclothe maximizes resource efficiency by prioritizing reuse, repair, and repurposing before recycling, unlocking new economic value from post-use materials.

Posted: October 12, 2026

Source: Cyclothe AB

Arclin Introduces Kevlar® EXO™ XP E480

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — October 12, 2026 — Arclin, a materials science company, today announced the launch of Kevlar® EXO™ XP E480, the latest innovation in its personal protection portfolio.

Arclin Introduces Kevlar® EXO™ XP E480Combining the proven ballistic and trauma-reduction performance of Kevlar® XP technology with the advanced capabilities of Kevlar® EXO™ fiber, the new solution enables body armor manufacturers to achieve significantly lighter weight while meeting NIJ Level IIIA/HG2 protection requirements, helping improve wearer comfort, mobility, and operational effectiveness.

“Protective equipment is only effective if users can wear it comfortably throughout their entire mission,” said Joe Hovanec, Arclin’s Vice President of Kevlar® EXO™. “With Kevlar® EXO™ XP E480, manufacturers can achieve armor that is up to 25% lighter and provides up to 40% greater comfort*, helping reduce fatigue while maintaining the trusted protection users depend on.”

Engineered to perform in demanding field conditions, Kevlar® EXO™ XP E480 combines high stopping power, excellent bullet-flattening performance, and exceptional durability in a lighter-weight construction. The material’s unique fiber architecture also helps reduce layer counts and stitching requirements, enabling streamlined armor designs and potentially lowering manufacturing complexity and labor costs.

Kevlar® EXO™ XP E480 is now available for evaluation to customers worldwide. To learn more, visit XPE480 – Arclin.

*vs. XP K520 for level IIIA/HG2 NIJ.

Kevlar® and Kevlar® EXO™ are registered trademarks of Arclin.

Posted: October 12, 2026

Source: Arclin

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