INDA Hires Ben Muller As Executive Director

CARY, N.C. — September 15, 2026 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announced today that Ben Muller has joined the association as executive director. Mr. Muller brings more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience spanning nonprofit organizations, corporations and trade associations.

Ben Muller

Most recently, Mr. Muller served on the senior executive team of the High Point Market Authority, where he led marketing, public relations and educational programming for one of the world’s largest trade shows. Previously, he held senior brand and marketing leadership positions with Hanesbrands and Kayser-Roth, gaining extensive experience in textile and apparel supply chains. He began his career serving mission-driven organizations, including the American Cancer Society and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Tony Fragnito, INDA’s current president and CEO, will transition to an executive consultant role in January 2027 to support the leadership transition and focus on projects and initiatives designed to expand the reach and participation of the Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA). His planned retirement will occur in December 2027.

The creation of the executive director position follows the formation of the GNA by INDA and EDANA and represents the next step in the evolution of INDA’s staff leadership to support the alliance. Mr. Muller’s broad leadership experience, strategic marketing expertise and deep understanding of member and industry engagement will be valuable as he leads INDA’s strategic initiatives, oversees operations and represents the interests of the nonwovens industry across the Americas.

“I am honored to join INDA at such a pivotal moment for the industry,” said Mr. Muller. “The formation of the Global Nonwovens Alliance creates an exciting opportunity to strengthen collaboration and expand the value we provide to members. I look forward to listening to our members, learning from their expertise and ensuring INDA continues to be a strong advocate and resource for the industry throughout the Americas.”

“Tony has provided outstanding leadership to INDA during a transformational period for both the association and the global nonwovens industry,” said Mark A. Thornton, chair of the INDA Board of Directors and vice president, Baby Care, Fem Care and Family Care Quality Assurance, The Procter & Gamble Company. “The Board is deeply appreciative of his leadership, commitment to our members and role in helping establish the Global Nonwovens Alliance. As we look ahead, we are confident Ben brings the strategic thinking, industry experience and collaborative leadership needed to build on that strong foundation and guide INDA into its next chapter.”

“Ben’s appointment represents an important step in bringing the vision of the Global Nonwovens Alliance to life,” said Murat Dogru, CEO, GNA. “The strength of the Alliance will depend on combining a truly global perspective with strong regional leadership that understands the priorities of its members. I am very pleased to welcome him and look forward to working closely together as we build the next chapter of the Alliance.”

“Leading INDA has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career, and I am grateful for the opportunity to work with such a dedicated staff, Board, and membership,” said Fragnito. “It has been a meaningful way to cap off my career, and I look forward to working closely with Ben to ensure a seamless transition of INDA’s business operations and member relationships. I am excited to support him as he helps lead INDA and a partner with Murat as he leads the Global Nonwovens Alliance.”

Posted: September 15, 2026

Source: INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry

Americhem Launches nPure™ And nZorb™ Platforms For Embedded Performance In Fibers And Nonwovens

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio — September 1, 2026 — Americhem, a global supplier of custom polymer solutions, today announced the launch of nPure™ and nZorb™, two complementary PFAS-free functional additive technologies designed to engineer performance within the polymer matrix. Developed for fiber and nonwoven applications, the technologies help manufacturers address two critical performance requirements: durable odor control and moisture management.

As manufacturers continue to seek more durable, material-level solutions, functional additive technologies are gaining traction for their ability to deliver consistent performance while simplifying manufacturing by reducing reliance on separate topical treatment steps. By incorporating functionality within the polymer matrix, nPure™ and nZorb™ help customers engineer odor control and moisture management into fiber and nonwoven products while supporting processing efficiency and scalable commercial manufacturing.

nPure™ transforms odor control from a temporary surface treatment into an engineered material property. The PFAS-free, fragrance-free, and non-biocidal technology captures and reduces malodors without relying on topical finishes or antimicrobial chemistries, helping manufacturers improve freshness and consumer comfort. Independent testing demonstrates adsorption of sweat, body odor, and selected volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and the technology is compatible with PP, PE, PET, and bicomponent fiber systems. Designed for scalable commercial manufacturing, nPure™ supports hygiene, medical, fibers, nonwovens, textiles, automotive interiors, packaging, and recycled polymer applications.

nZorb™ transforms hydrophilic performance from a temporary surface effect into a PFAS-free, engineered material property. Incorporated within the polymer matrix, the technology improves wetting, wicking, absorbency, strike-through, rewet, and liquid transport while maintaining processing efficiency and end-product performance. Designed for polypropylene-based fiber and nonwoven systems, nZorb™ supports hygiene, medical, wipes, filtration, and specialty nonwoven applications through application-specific optimization.

“Manufacturers are increasingly looking for material solutions that solve multiple performance challenges without adding manufacturing complexity,” said Parminder Agarwal, Chief Technology Officer at Americhem. “nPure™ and nZorb™ demonstrate how masterbatch formulation, polymer compatibility, and fiber processing work together to deliver application-specific functionality within the polymer matrix.”

Because odor management and hydrophilic performance depend on polymer chemistry, fiber architecture, processing conditions, and end-use requirements, Americhem works closely with customers to optimize formulations for specific applications. The company’s expertise in functional additive masterbatch, formulation, process optimization, and global manufacturing helps customers move from concept through scalable commercial production with confidence.

“Americhem is focused on building a portfolio of functional technologies that helps customers create differentiated value through their materials,” said Matt Miklos, Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Marketing at Americhem. “With nPure™ and nZorb™, we are expanding the range of functional solutions we can bring to market as customers look for more durable performance, simplified manufacturing, and new ways to differentiate their products.”

The launch of nPure™ and nZorb™ reflects Americhem’s continued investment in functional additive technologies designed to help manufacturers address evolving application requirements through performance engineered within the polymer matrix.

Posted: September 15, 2026

Source: Americhem

CiCLO® Technology Expands Across Home Textiles From Market Week To Climate Week

NEW YORK — September 10, 2026 — Intrinsic Advanced Materials is expanding the commercial reach of CiCLO® technology across home and hospitality textiles this September with ADVANSA and HeiQ, followed by its partnership with Lonely Whale’s Fashion the Future activation during NYC Climate Week.

CiCLO® technology expands across home textiles with ADVANSA’s Suprelle® fiberfill made with CiCLO® fibers and new opportunities to pair CiCLO fibers with HeiQ functional technologies.

ADVANSA is introducing Suprelle® fiberfill made with CiCLO fibers, extending CiCLO technology into an established premium fiberfill portfolio designed around comfort and performance. At the same time, a collaboration with HeiQ Materials AG is creating opportunities to pair CiCLO fibers with functional technologies that address specific product needs, including cooling, moisture management, freshness and allergen reduction.

Together, the developments give manufacturers, brands and retailers more ways to create products around specific consumer needs while incorporating CiCLO technology designed to help reduce microplastic fiber persistence.

Microplastic fiber pollution caused by the shedding of synthetic textiles is one of the most prevalent forms of microplastic pollution. CiCLO® technology is a patented textile ingredient integrated into polyester and nylon fibers during manufacturing. It creates pathways designed to accelerate biodegradation when microplastic fibers enter end-of-life environments with moisture and microorganisms, reducing their persistence. Third-party laboratories independently test CiCLO fibers using recognized ASTM and ISO methods.

ADVANSA Adds CiCLO® Technology to Suprelle® Fiberfill Portfolio

ADVANSA is introducing Suprelle® fiberfill made with CiCLO® fibers for bedding, home and hospitality applications, bringing CiCLO technology into an established premium fiberfill portfolio built around comfort and performance.

The Suprelle portfolio gives product developers a range of fiberfill options designed around specific product needs, including cooling, down-like comfort, adaptable support, lasting loft and resilience, lightweight support, moisture management and recycled fiber options. This allows brands and retailers to select the comfort and performance attributes appropriate for pillows, comforters and other bedding products while incorporating CiCLO fibers.

“Our customers want fiberfill that delivers the comfort and performance consumers expect while helping support broader environmental priorities,” said Jean-Christophe Rouyer, head of global business development at ADVANSA. “Adding CiCLO technology gives them another way to differentiate Suprelle products without changing the core benefits of the fiberfill.”

HeiQ Collaboration Expands Functional Possibilities

Intrinsic Advanced Materials is also collaborating with Swiss materials innovator HeiQ to explore how CiCLO fibers can be paired with functional technologies across home, hospitality and apparel applications.

The collaboration gives manufacturers and brands access to a range of performance possibilities, including cooling and thermal comfort, allergen reduction, odor control and freshness, moisture management and faster drying.

Combined, the technologies create opportunities across bed linens, pillows, mattress protectors, mattress toppers, mattress ticking and apparel products. Product developers can select functionality based on application needs while incorporating CiCLO fibers designed to help reduce microplastic fiber persistence.

“Brands are looking for ways to build more functionality into products without adding complexity,” said Mike Abbott, executive vice president of advanced materials and general manager, HeiQ USA. “Combining HeiQ technologies with CiCLO fibers gives developers more flexibility to create products around the performance benefits their customers value.”

From Market Week to Climate Week

The conversation continues during NYC Climate Week, where Intrinsic Advanced Materials is partnering with Lonely Whale’s Fashion the Future activation at PlanetHAUS, Sept. 21 and 22. The activation is open for drop-in visits from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Register here: https://luma.com/7g8kexs0

CiCLO technology will be featured within The Fashion Stream, an educational experience that follows textiles through upstream, production and downstream stages. Positioned within the production stage, CiCLO technology illustrates how innovation introduced when synthetic fibers are made can address microplastic fiber persistence if those fibers later enter the environment.

The Market Week collaborations demonstrate CiCLO technology moving into commercially relevant products, while Fashion the Future connects that adoption to the larger challenge of microplastic fiber pollution and the role material choices can play in reducing persistence.

“CiCLO sets a new industry paradigm,” said Cheryl Smyre, vice president of Parkdale Advanced Materials. “Our collaboration with ADVANSA and HeiQ intersects highly functional chemistries and fiber performance with science to accelerate practical textile solutions. Our work with Lonely Whale’s Fashion the Future amplifies awareness and represents a vital step forward in tackling the broader microplastic fiber crisis.”

Posted: September 14, 2026

Source: Parkdale Mills Inc.

Culp Appoints Mary Beth Hunsberger Chief Financial Office — Strengthens Commercial Leadership

HIGH POINT, N.C. — September 14, 2026 — Culp, Inc. has announced the appointment of Mary Beth Hunsberger as Chief Financial Officer. She will report to Iv Culp, President and Chief Executive Officer. In addition to leading the company’s finance organization, Hunsberger will continue to oversee global operations, further strengthening coordination between CULP’s financial, operational, and strategic priorities.

Mary Beth Hunsberger

Hunsberger succeeds Ken Bowling, who previously announced plans to retire following nearly 30 years of service to CULP. Bowling will remain with the company in a consulting capacity through the end of calendar 2026 to support an orderly leadership transition.

“Mary Beth’s appointment as Chief Financial Officer is an important milestone for CULP and reflects the confidence we have in her leadership,” said Iv Culp.

“Her combination of financial expertise, operational experience, and strategic perspective makes her exceptionally well suited for this expanded responsibility. Mary Beth has been instrumental in advancing our transformation, and her leadership will be critical as we continue Project Blaze, our strategic initiative to integrate our formerly separate operating divisions into a more agile, efficient, and unified CULP-branded organization.”

Culp continued, “We are also deeply grateful to Ken Bowling for his nearly three decades of dedicated service to CULP. Ken has made significant contributions to our company and has played an important role in helping re-energize our business. We appreciate his continued support during this transition and wish him the very best in retirement.”

Hunsberger’s appointment reflects the continued evolution of CULP’s leadership team and the company’s commitment to succession planning, organizational alignment, and long-term value creation. As part of this effort, the company has continued to strengthen key executive leadership roles to support Project Blaze and position CULP for future growth.

Strengthening Commercial Leadership With Tommy Bruno

Tommy Bruno

Most recently, Tommy Bruno assumed an expanded, enterprise-wide role as Chief Commercial Officer, consolidating leadership of the company’s commercial strategy across sales, marketing, product development, innovation, and revenue-generation activities.

With decades of home furnishings industry experience, Bruno has been instrumental in advancing CULP’s transformation efforts, strengthening customer partnerships, and aligning commercial execution across the unified CULP organization to support growth.

Together with Culp, Hunsberger and Bruno, CULP’s executive leadership team brings complementary expertise across commercial strategy, operations, finance, human resources, technology, and legal affairs.

The other members of CULP’s executive leadership team include:

  • Teresa Huffman, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. Huffman leads the company’s human capital strategy and is helping ensure that Project Blaze is supported by an aligned workforce, strong culture, and leadership-development initiatives connected to CULP’s long-term objectives.
  • Forrest Buck, Chief Information Officer. Buck has been named Chief Information Officer and leads the technology and digital-transformation initiatives supporting Project Blaze, with a focus on modernizing systems, improving efficiency, strengthening data and technology capabilities, and increasing organizational agility across the unified company.
  • Justin Grow, Vice President and General Counsel. Grow serves as a strategic legal advisor to the executive leadership team and Board of Directors, providing legal and governance oversight in support of CULP’s transformation and long-term growth.
Iv Culp, president and CEO, Culp Inc.

“Project Blaze is designed to create a more agile, aligned, and efficient organization operating under a unified CULP identity,” Culp added. “The strength of our executive leadership team is central to that effort. Each member brings distinct expertise, but they are united by a shared commitment to serving our customers, supporting our employees, improving execution, and creating long-term value for our shareholders.

“Together, this experienced group brings the depth, expertise, and collaborative leadership needed to execute our strategy and guide CULP through our next chapter.”

Posted: September 14, 2026

Source: Culp, Inc.

Arclin To Showcase Next-Generation Nomex® And Kevlar® Personal Protection Solutions At NSC Safety Congress And Expo 2026

ALPHARETTA, Ga. — September 8, 2026 — Arclin, a materials science company, will exhibit at the National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo 2026, September 14-16, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, booth #4103, showcasing innovative personal protection solutions made with Nomex® and Kevlar®.

Arclin’s return to NSC marks an opportunity to introduce safety professionals to the continued evolution of the Nomex and Kevlar portfolios under Arclin’s leadership. Building on a nearly 60-year legacy in personal protection, these brands continue to advance what is possible in protection against heat, flame, arc flash, and cut hazards while delivering the durability workers and manufacturers depend on.

“Protecting people in demanding environments requires us to continually look for ways to improve how materials perform when workers need them most,” said Trey Roy, Arclin’s North American Market Leader for Personal Protection.

“Nomex and Kevlar have protected workers for generations, and at Arclin, we’re building on that foundation with new technologies designed to address the evolving needs of today’s workforce. Returning to NSC is an opportunity to connect with the safety community and demonstrate how we’re continuing to advance personal protection.”

Visit Arclin at NSC to Learn About:

  • Nomex® Xtreme Arc (NXA): A next-generation flame-resistant fabric designed to help protect workers in utility and electrical applications against arc flash and flash fire hazards.
  • ArmorCell™ technology: The technology behind Nomex Xtreme Arc introduces protection by forming insulating air pockets when exposed to heat, helping slow heat transfer and reduce burn severity.
  • Nomex® personal protection solutions: Advanced materials designed to help protect workers against heat, flame, and arc flash hazards across demanding industrial environments.
  • Kevlar® personal protection solutions: High-performance fiber technology used in protective equipment and apparel to help address cut and other workplace hazards while supporting durable protection.

Arclin’s team will be available throughout the Expo to discuss Nomex and Kevlar personal protection solutions, advancements in flame-resistant and cut protection, evolving workplace safety needs, and applications across industries including utilities, manufacturing, construction, aerospace, and petrochemical operations.

Kevlar® and Nomex® are registered trademarks of Arclin. ArmorCell™ is a trademark of Arclin.

Posted: September 14, 2026
Source: Arclin

Trivantage® Welcomes James Dillport As New Outside Sales Representative

BURLINGTON, N.C. — September 10, 2026 — Trivantage, a supplier of specialty fabrics, hardware, and accessories, is pleased to announce the appointment of James Dillport as an outside sales representative serving Missouri, Indiana, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Arkansas.

James Dillport
Photo – Mark Skalny (c)2024

James brings 10 years of industry experience to Trivantage. Throughout his career, he has developed a strong understanding of the industry, from fabrication and product applications to the day-to-day needs and challenges customers face.

In his new role, James will draw on his industry experience in a fabrication shop and leadership background to serve as a well-versed resource for customers. Having worked directly in the environments his customers operate in every day, he understands the realities of fabrication, product selection and application, and the challenges that can impact efficiency and project success. That firsthand experience allows James to approach each customer as a knowledgeable industry partner who understands their business and can offer practical, informed solutions.

James will use that perspective to help customers confidently navigate products, applications, and emerging innovations. By combining a strong understanding of customer needs and his industry expertise, he can connect customers with the products and resources that make a meaningful difference in their daily operations.

“Building strong relationships and understanding each customer’s unique needs have been central to my career,” said Dillport. “I look forward to bringing that experience and customer-focused approach to Trivantage and helping our customers identify solutions and opportunities that support their continued growth.”

“James’ extensive industry experience and customer-first approach make him a strong addition to our sales team,” said Andrew Medley, Sales Director at Trivantage. “His direct knowledge of the industry gives him a valuable perspective on the opportunities and challenges our customers face, and we look forward to the relationships he will build across his territory.”

Posted: September 11, 2026

Source: Trivantage

The Digital Smart Jacket Not Only Aids Rehabilitation, But Also Looks Good

AACHEN, Germany — September 11, 2026 — As part of the PhysioTaix research project, the Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) of RWTH Aachen University is developing a digital smart jacket with integrated sensors. The jacket is washable and reusable; it tracks movements during rehabilitation exercises in real time and transmits the data to an app.

© Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) of RWTH Aachen University

Artificial intelligence is used to analyze and evaluate the movements. Patients receive immediate feedback on their exercises and are better able to assess their performance independently.

The sensors are integrated directly into the jacket. Instead of attaching several individual sensors to the body, the smart jacket is simply put on.

Benefits for therapists

The movement data recorded by the Smart Jacket can provide therapists with additional objective information and assist them in assessing the progress of rehabilitation.

Trial phase and practical applicability

The scientific and technical development of PhysioTaix is being carried out by the ITA. During the development phase, the project team is working closely with rehabilitation centres, healthcare professionals and other experts to ensure that PhysioTaix can be effectively used in practice once it is ready.

The smart jacket and the digital application are being developed and further tested in the modular smart textiles workshop at the Digital Innovation Centre Europe (DICE). There, students can play a direct part in the development of smart textiles and gain practical experience in the development process.

What happens next?

PhysioTaix will continue to be developed and tested until February 2027. Once the project is complete, potential applications will be further assessed, particularly in collaboration with clinics and health insurance providers.

Background

© Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) of RWTH Aachen University

Rehabilitation takes time and, above all, requires a great deal of repetition. Many exercises are therefore carried out at home, outside of therapy sessions. However, therapists cannot guide their patients through every single movement. Without direct feedback, it is difficult for many patients to assess whether they are performing an exercise correctly. This is where the digital smart jacket can provide targeted support.

Posted: September 11, 2026

Source: Institut für Textiltechnik of RWTH Aachen University

GORE-TEX® Fabrics: 50 Years Proven — Built For What’s Next

ELKTON, MD — May 11, 2026 — W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore), founder of the GORE-TEX® Brand, marks 50 years of product innovation and leadership in fabrics. Since its consumer introduction in the Early Winters Light Dimension™ tent in 1976, Gore has expanded its portfolio into a globally trusted solution across garments, footwear, gloves. Today, GORE-TEX® Brand fabrics continue to add comfort while protecting people from everyday situations to the world’s most demanding conditions.

As Gore marks this milestone, the company is not only reflecting on its legacy of innovation but also setting the course for the future. Since Bob Gore’s 1969 discovery of a lightweight, microporous material, GORE-TEX® Product technology has been driven by science-led exploration, transforming a breakthrough insight into one of the most influential materials platforms in performance fabrics. Today, that legacy continues through ongoing innovation and a commitment to advance responsible performance, the belief that performance, durability, and sustainability must advance together. These efforts span the brand’s fabrics business that extends across outdoor, professional, and defense applications, where reliable protection is critical.

“For five decades, GORE‑TEX® Products have enabled people to perform in the toughest conditions,” said Michelle Augustine, Gore fabrics business leader. “We continue to build on this foundation through innovation that helps our partners meet evolving needs while advancing responsible performance for the future.”

Durability has long been a focus for Gore, and the company is now bringing that commitment to the forefront, emphasizing the design of longer-lasting products to help reduce resource use while maintaining performance over time. In parallel, Gore is collaborating with more than 45 stakeholders and Mid Sweden University’s Sports and Outdoor Research Centre to develop a global durability standard for outdoor gear.

Innovation is at the core of Gore’s fabrics business. The company continues to advance next-generation material science, including breakthrough technologies such as its expanded polyethylene (ePE) membrane and PYRAD® Fabrics by GORE-TEX LABS®, delivering trusted waterproof, windproof, breathable, and durable performance.

Gore is also innovating in how its materials are made by transitioning its manufacturing facilities to 100% renewable electricity and continuing to reduce environmental impact through the use of renewable energy, recycled and lower-impact materials, and responsible manufacturing practices.

Anchored by the anniversary theme “50 Years of Going Further, Together,” the brand’s communications and activations will highlight how the GORE‑TEX® Brand continues to advance high performance and responsible performance through science‑led innovation and durable product solutions designed to help reduce impact over time. To mark the anniversary, Gore has launched a multimedia resource featuring a historical timeline, archive video, and imagery available through the GORE‑TEX® Brand archive channel.

Posted: September 11, 2026

Source: W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore)

NRF: Import Cargo’s Peak Season Not Over Yet

WASHINGTON — September 9, 2026 — This year’s extended peak season is continuing, with a final bump expected this month that could push September just over the line to be the busiest month of the year for import volume at the nation’s major container ports, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.

“We thought the peak season would be mostly behind us by now, but that’s not the case,” NRF Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold said. “Some of the shift from earlier in the summer to now is because of vessel delays due to bad weather in China and some rerouting away from the Panama Canal amid potential drought conditions there. But consumers keep buying despite tariffs, inflation and high fuel prices, and retailers keep bringing in merchandise to meet demand.”

“Imports have remained buoyant over the past three months despite several hurdles,” Hackett Associates Founder Ben Hackett said, citing tariff increases along with inflation and rising fuel prices related to the conflict in Iran. “Retail sales remain strong and cargo is moving relatively smoothly, although there are reports of vessel delays and increased times required for cargo to move through the supply chain.”

U.S. ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 2.3 million Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units — one 20-foot container or its equivalent — in July, the latest month for which final numbers are available. That was down 3.9% from a year earlier but up 3.2% from June.

Ports have not yet reported August numbers, but Global Port Tracker projected the month at 2.29 million TEU, down 1.3% year over year. September is forecast at 2.31 million TEU, up 9.6% year over year and slightly ahead of July as the busiest month of the year.

As recently as last month, it appeared that May’s 2.24 million TEU would be the busiest month of 2026 as retailers brought in merchandise early ahead of potential increases in tariffs. But high import levels continued, stretching out the peak season to its traditional timing of late summer and early fall.

Cargo volume is expected to drop to 2.11 million TEU in October, but will still be up 1.7% year over year. November is forecast at 2 million TEU, down 0.9% year over year, and December at 2.03 million TEU, up 1.1% over last year. Those numbers would bring 2026 to a total of 25.7 million TEU, up 1% from last year’s 25.4 million TEU. The first half of 2026 totaled 12.7 million TEU, up 1.1% from the same period in 2025.

January 2027 is forecast at 2.09 million TEU, down 1% year over year.

Global Port Tracker, which is produced for NRF by Hackett Associates, provides historical data and forecasts for the U.S. ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach, Oakland, Seattle and Tacoma on the West Coast; New York/New Jersey, Port of Virginia, Charleston, Savannah, Port Everglades, Miami and Jacksonville on the East Coast, and Houston on the Gulf Coast. The report is free to NRF retail members, and subscription information is available at NRF.com/PortTracker. Subscription information for non-members can be found at www.globalporttracker.com.

As the leading authority and voice for the retail industry, NRF analyzes economic conditions affecting the industry through reports such as Global Port Tracker.

Posted: September 11, 2026

Source: The National Retail Federation (NRF)

Textiles Recycling Expo USA Opens Call For Speakers For 2027 Conference 

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — September 9, 2026 — Following the success of its inaugural 2026 event, Textiles Recycling Expo USA is inviting industry experts, innovators, researchers and thought leaders to submit speaker proposals for its 2027 conference, taking place April 7–8 at the Charlotte Convention Center, North Carolina.

The call for speakers is now open as organizers begin building the program for the second edition of Textiles Recycling Expo USA, North America’s dedicated exhibition and conference focused on textile recycling and circularity.

Structural Partner, Accelerating Circularity is working closely with the organizers to help identify key industry challenges and ensure the program reflects the priorities and conversations shaping the sector.

Along with addressing the core continuing impact of evolving legislation, infrastructure, and technology on the textiles recycling industry, the event is also expanding their focus to explore the role of re-use and repair, and the responsibilities the US textiles industry has to countries in the global south.

The 2027 conference is seeking speakers with expertise across areas including:

  • EPR & the New Compliance Landscape
  • Sorting Technology: The Bottleneck and the Fix
  • Fiber-to-Fiber Recycling & Recycled Fiber End Markets
  • Collection Infrastructure & Reverse Logistics
  • Reuse, Resale & Repair as the First Circular Loop
  • Traceability, Brand Accountability & Circular Business Models – NEW for 2027
  • Global Trade Flows: Burdens, Opportunities & Accountability in the Global South – NEW for 2027

Textiles Recycling Expo USA provides speakers with the opportunity to share their expertise with an international audience of brands, recyclers, manufacturers, technology providers, policymakers, researchers and industry professionals.

Conference submissions are now open, and industry professionals with relevant expertise are encouraged to submit their proposals.

Submit Your Speaker Proposal

Those interested in speaking at Textiles Recycling Expo USA 2027 can submit their proposal online via the event website.

To submit a speaker proposal:

https://events.amiplastics.com/textiles-recycling-expo-usa/conference/submit-a-paper

To register your interest in attending:

https://events.amiplastics.com/textiles-recycling-expo-usa/visit/register-your-interest

Textiles Recycling Expo USA | April 7–8, 2027 | Charlotte Convention Center, North Carolina

Posted: September 11, 2026

Source: Applied Market Information Ltd (AMI)

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