International Design Competition For Students

DENMARK — February 7, 2011 — A new ambitious project puts Denmark on the world map of smart
textiles. The opening of the project is marked by an international prize competition for students
with a prize of 6,500 EUR. Students from all over Europe are invited to take part, and the winner
is found on 12 May 2011, when TEKO, VIA University College in Herning is host for a summit for
international experts and companies working with smart textiles.

Many people are skeptical towards “smart textiles”. Smart textiles is still a niche area, but
within a few years, everybody talks about smart textiles. This is what TEKO, VIA University College
predicts, and TEKO works hard to make sure that Denmark will play a leading role when the textile
industry begins to invest in smart textiles on a large scale.

“Future Textiles focuses on smart textiles in many ways. The international prize competition
will help bring students’ ideas in circulation, and if Denmark and Europe is to play a leading role
in smart textiles, then students must also be part of it as they are the first links in the food
chain” says Ms. Hanne Troels Jensen, Director, Knowledge Center for Smart Textiles.

Government Support

The international prize competition is part of the most ambitious project within smart
textiles so far.  The project, known as

Future Textiles
, invites 35-40 leading international experts in smart textiles to come to TEKO in Herning
to exchange ideas and knowledge. The Dutch exhibition

Pretty Smart Textiles
 focuses on the connection between fashion, textiles and technology. Workshops, seminars and
master classes for students, professionals and educators, aim to showcase the best of smart
textiles.

Future Textiles has a budget of more than 300,000 EUR and is supported by the Market Denmark
Foundation. The chairman of the foundation Mr. Jørgen Tandrup says:

“I am proud that the Market Denmark Foundation is supporting that Denmark can host the most
ambitious project to date in the area of smart textiles. An event of this caliber will put Denmark
on the map and give Danish Industry an advantage when it comes to smart textiles. In the long run
that can create economic growth and more jobs”

For further information, contact: Ms. Hanne Troels Jensen, Director, Knowledge Center for
Smart textiles, Tel.: +45 87 55 05 47 E-mail:
htj@viauc.dk

Prize Competition and Future Textiles

The international prize competition opens 1 February and closes again 4 April 2011. Five
finalists will be shortlisted and on 12 May a winner is found at TEKO in Herning, Denmark at the
international expert summit of Future Textiles. At the summit the 5 finalists will also have a
chance to present their projects to industry leaders and experts.

In May TEKO also hosts the Dutch exhibition,

Pretty Smart Textiles
, which showcases the possibilities that are created when technology and textiles are
combined. The prize competition and the exhibition are part of the three week event, Future
Textiles, which brings the world of smart textiles to Herning, Denmark.

Read more about Future Textiles and the prize competition on:
www.futuretextiles.dk.

TEKO is Scandinavia’s largest Design and Business College within fashion and lifestyle
products. More than 1100 students attend study programmes in fashion, textiles and furniture. Since
2009 TEKO has been part of VIA University College, with more than 17,000 students in Denmark.

Posted on February 8, 2011

Source: TEKO, VIA University College

Nominations Now Open For 2011 WOW Innovation Award

CARY, N.C. — February 2, 2011 — Nominations are now open for the WOW Innovation Award, one of the
many highlights of the 2011 World of Wipes (WOW) International Conference, June 14-16, 2011, Grand
Hyatt Buckhead, Atlanta, Georgia.

The fourth annual WOW Innovation Award will honor innovative advances within the entire wipe
value chain, including raw materials and ingredients, roll goods, machinery, packaging and finished
products. Finalists will make presentations during the Conference and attendees will vote on the
recipient of the 2011 WOW Innovation Award.

The deadline for nominations is April 15.

Organized by INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, the annual World of Wipes
(WOW) International Conference, set for June 14-16 at the Grand Hyatt Buckhead, Atlanta, Georgia,
will focus exclusively on the business and technology of wipes — from raw materials to substrates
to converting and end-use applications — during three days of seminars and networking. 

The WOW Innovation Award recognizes and rewards industry members who bring new and
value-added processes and products to the wipes’ marketplace. Created to encourage innovative
processes and products anywhere along the wipes’ value-chain, the WOW Innovation Award is open to
all nonwoven fabric manufacturers, raw material and packaging suppliers, converters and end-product
producers.

Anyone may nominate a wipes-related product for consideration for the 2011 WOW Award. To
nominate a product, send a short abstract describing the innovation along with a product sample to
Regina Spitzer, Suite 115, 1100 Crescent Green, Cary, NC 27518,
rspitzer@inda.org.

The chosen finalists will give a 10-minute presentation at the conference and the finalists
will have table-top space to display their nominated product. Attendees will then vote for the best
innovation to receive the 2011 WOW Award. 

To download a nomination form, go to
http://www.inda.org/events/wow11/.

Posted on February 8, 2011

Source: INDA

2010 Plantings Of U.S. Organic Cotton Highest Since 2000

BRATTLEBORO, Vt. — January 27, 2011 — U.S. growers of organic cotton increased plantings of organic
cotton acreage by 12 percent in 2010 over that planted in 2009, according to preliminary data
collected by the Organic Trade Association (OTA) in a survey funded by Cotton Incorporated.

Analysis of available data collected by an OTA survey of U.S. organic cotton producers and
incorporating additional data from the Texas Organic Cotton Marketing Cooperative (TOCMC) put
planted acres for 2010 at 11,827 acres, up from an estimated 10,521 acres planted in 2009. The 2010
number is the highest since 2000, when U.S. farmers planted 13,596 acres to organic cotton.

Although survey data show that planting has increased each year since 2003, overall cotton
acreage is 15 percent lower than in 2000 and 52 percent below the high of 24,625 acres planted in
1995.

The 2009 and Preliminary 2010 U.S. Organic Cotton Production & Marketing Trends report
produced by OTA as a result of the analysis estimates that approximately 9,321 acres of organic
cotton were harvested in the United States in 2009 and increased to approximately 11,262 acres in
2010.

Meanwhile, bale production increased eight percent between 2001 (the earliest available bale
data) and 2009, to reach 10,731 bales produced in 2009. Of these, 10,569 bales were upland cotton,
and the remaining 72 bales were pima cotton. The number of bales produced in 2010 is not yet
available. Because acreage data from the Texas Organic Cotton Marketing Cooperative (TOCMC) were
not available before 2007, earlier bale data, which do include TOCMC tallies, are likely the most
accurate reflection of historical production trends.

Looking ahead, farmers project 2011 plantings will increase by about 24 acres while they will
grow by about 13 percent, totaling 1,513 additional acres, in the next five years.

Survey responses from farmers suggest that this growth will not accelerate unless stronger
prices and consistent market demand entice organic growers to expand their organic cotton acreage
and/or conventional growers to transition to organic production. Other barriers to increased
production identified in the survey include high management requirements and competition from
international growers.

Posted on February 8, 2011

Source: Organic Trade Association

Freudenberg Nonwovens To Spike Again Prices For Polyester Spunlaid

KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany, DURHAM, N.C., TAYUAN TAO-YUAN, Taiwan — February 3, 2011 — Effective
February 15, 2011, Freudenberg Nonwovens will increase global prices for the spunlaid sector in
consequence of the global rise on feedstock costs.

Due to damaged crops and after floods in Asia last year the industry is suffering a global
supply crisis in cotton. Supply constraints resulted in global cotton prices reaching the highest
level since the fiber trading started 140 years ago. A stronger demand on Polyester substituting
cotton as well as low PTA inventories lead to further price hikes across the polyester chain. The
markets in Asia, Europe and America are moving up steadily in prices to reflect higher feedstock
costs and higher quotes from Asian suppliers.

Freudenberg Nonwovens adjusted the prices accordingly in January and shared the costs with
reduced margins. “However, since costs are steadily increasing the current prices are no longer
reflecting the reality of our industry. As a temporary measure all our shipments will carry a
Polyester surcharge. Our customers will be informed in the next days”, explains John McNabb,
Managing Director Freudenberg Spunweb North America.

In Europe, near-term PTA and PET prognosis on pricing are for a further rise in February and
March. To compensate this increase internal measures will be continued. “Nevertheless, we will have
to pass costs partly to our customers”, comments Dr. Marc Schmidt, Director Marketing&Sales for
Tuft&Automotive segment. European customers will be informed of at least 10% price increase
starting mid February.

Upstream cost pressure and a strong demand resulted in PTA prices being pushed towards a 15
year high in Asia. Lin Gow Ming explains the situation: “It is difficult to adapt prices in Asia as
the region is so much diversified and every single market faces additional and many diversified
challenges in terms of supply chain costs. We will inform our partners of above 10% increase
range.”

Since Freudenberg lives a regional market approach, each regional marketing department will
inform its customers individually asking these measures, Freudenberg Nonwovens will secure to be a
global long term and reliable partner.



Posted on February 8, 2011

Source: Freudenberg Nonwovens

Woolrich Partners With Agion To Battle Odor

SALT LAKE CITY — January 20, 2011 — Woolrich, the Original Outdoor Clothing Company™, has partnered
with Agion®, a leader in anti-odor solutions, to launch the odor eliminating technology Agion
Active in the outdoor apparel market. Woolrich is introducing the new technology in its collection
of Merino and polyester blend base layers being introduced for Fall 2011.

“While wool has the natural ability to eliminate some odors, by incorporating Agion Active
into our base layers we are able to offer something that no other brand can — total confidence in
knowing that that no matter how hard you work or play you won’t offend those around you,” said
Jerry Rinder, Woolrich VP of Sales and Marketing.

Agion Active features a dual action technology that not only provides antimicrobial product
protection and industrial-strength odor elimination, but also eliminates odors both on and around
the fabric. Silver ion antimicrobial technology stops propagation of odor causing bacteria on the
fabric, while a natural, proprietary odor-trapping solution captures molecules from ambient odors.
Unlike previous odor control solutions, Agion Active eliminates odor from over 14 sources,
achieving performance well beyond what has been offered to the consumer. Agion Active regenerates
with each the wash and continues to perform for the life of the garment.

“We are excited to announce our partnership with Woolrich,” said Paul Ford, chief executive
officer of Agion. “Agion is already a strong brand for odor control in footwear and we are pleased
that our Agion Active technology for apparel can now be delivered by Woolrich, one of the most
authentic and respected brands in the outdoor industry.”

The Woolrich garments featuring Agion Active include the 50/50 polyester and Merino blend
men’s Territory crew and half zip shirts and women’s Poly Merino half zip and vee neck shirts. The
shirts’ fine micron merino fibers make them soft and comfortable next to skin and helps control
body temperature in all conditions while the antimicrobial protection, efficient moisture wicking,
quick drying, and UPF 40+ protection make them ideal for three season outdoor activities. 

The Woolrich base layers with Agion Active will be available at select retail locations and
Woolrich.com in Fall 2011 with suggested retail prices ranging from $59 to $69.

Posted on February 8, 2011

Source: Woolrich Inc.

CORDURA® Duck Fabric Provides New Durable Take On Traditional Duck Fabric

WICHITA, Kan. — January 20, 2011 — The newest addition to its CORDURA® NYCO
fabric portfolio — Cordura Duck fabric — is being debuted by Invista’s Cordura brand team at this
year’s Winter Outdoor Retailer show, Jan. 20-23, 2011, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Based on an
intimate blend of cotton and Invista’s T420 Nylon 6,6 staple fiber, Cordura Duck fabric is
specifically designed to deliver a comfortable, highly durable fabric solution with exceptional
abrasion resistance and wear life.

“While most duck fabrics are traditionally 100 percent cotton canvas construction, our team
challenged the norm,” said Cindy McNaull, global brand and marketing director for Invista’s Cordura
brand. “Cordura Duck fabric is the latest example of our commitment to innovation and our focus on
increasing customer satisfaction based on exceptional durability.”

Like its sister product — Cordura Denim fabric, launched in 2010 — Cordura Duck fabric is
designed for apparel, gear, and accessory applications that require an extremely durable yet
stylish solution. Overall, Cordura Duck fabric offers the following key attributes:

• Exceptional abrasion resistance — Four times that of a comparable weight, traditional 100
percent cotton duck fabric (*Martindale testing using woolen abradent and 12KPaweight, 410 g/m2)

• Heritage based on Cordura NYCO fabric technology, which has more than 45 years of proven
military performance

Targeted for essentially anywhere traditional 100 percent cotton canvas fabrics are used
today, Cordura Duck fabric provides a versatile option that is exceptionally durable without
compromising the comfort, style and long lasting durability expected in today’s value driven
market. Based on a Cordura brand durability platform that offers proven performance in many of the
world’s toughest environments, this fabric is designed with the outdoor enthusiast, worker, and
weekend warrior in mind. End-uses are varied and cover a wide spectrum from outdoor, ready-to-wear,
hunting, workwear, and even travel gear and accessories such as messenger bags and totes.



Posted on February 8, 2011

Source: Invista

Brunschwig & Fils Announces Restructuring

NEW YORK CITY — January 18, 2011 — Olivier Peardon, President and Chief Executive Officer of
Brunschwig & Fils, announced that the family-owned company has filed for Chapter 11
restructuring and, concurrently, that Kravet, a fourth generation family company, one of the
largest privately held distributors of fabrics and home furnishings with locations worldwide, has
agreed to buy Brunschwig & Fils subject to a competitive bid process.

Kravet has agreed to provide financing to ensure that Brunschwig & Fils can continue as a
financially sound trading partner during this time of reorganization.

Mr. Peardon stated, “The restructuring is a business decision that will not affect the
quality of our products, or present and future orders. This restructuring will improve our services
and supply chain flow. Our relationships with the lines we represent remain intact and the
Brunschwig & Fils Design Studio is creating new patterns for future release.”

Brunschwig & Fils is an internationally respected brand that, for the past 110 years, has
been the preeminent destination for luxury fabrics, wall coverings, trims, lighting, furniture and
accessories.

Kravet, throughout its 93 years in business, has firmly established itself as a distributor
of high-end brands such as Lee Jofa and GP&J Baker. 

Posted on February 8, 2011

Source: Brunschwig & Fils

DAK Americas Increases Prices Of Polyester Staple Fiber Products

CHARLOTTE — January 18, 2011 — Unexpected and significant increase in the cost of paraxylene is
impacting the global polyester supply chain. As a result, polyester feedstock costs continue to
increase in 2011.

In response to these global market dynamics, DAK Americas will increase prices for all
Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) products.

Effective February 1, 2011; DAK Americas will increase PSF prices by $0.08 per pound.

DAK is committed to the staple fibers business and will continue to supply quality products,
services and innovation to its customers.

Posted on February 8, 2011

Source: DAK Americas


Tradecard Reports 38 Percent Growth In 2010

NEW YORK CITY — January 24, 2011 — TradeCard, Inc., the supply chain collaboration platform used by
more than 7,800 retailers, brands, manufacturers and service providers reported 38% revenue growth
in 2010. TradeCard recorded its best company-wide performance in its 11-year history. Major new
customers to select TradeCard in 2010 include Crocs, Eddie Bauer, GANT AB, W.L. Gore, 511 Tactical
and one of Europe’s largest athletic footwear companies. 

“A fast growing number of retailers and brands today are recognizing the importance of having
a single platform to connect their entire supply network,” said Kurt Cavano, CEO of TradeCard, Inc.
“These companies are turning to TradeCard to power their strategic initiatives aimed at supply
chain sustainability, mitigating risk, reducing cycle times and optimizing working capital in the
supply chain. Growing demands from consumers and regulatory bodies are making it necessary for
retailers and brands to obtain complete transparency into all transactions. TradeCard provides that
visibility by delivering a single version of the truth for all parties involved.” 

More than 2,500 new organizations were added to the TradeCard Platform in 2010. Purchase
order volume increased by 41% versus 2009. 

Factors Driving TradeCard’s Growth in 2010:

  • 98% of existing customer volume renewed or upgraded
  • A successful ongoing product partnership with Avery Dennison resulting in a three-fold increase
    in the number of organizations upgrading to the TradeCard Platform to take advantage of a new
    SaaS-based factory floor management solution
  • Financial services delivered on the TradeCard Platform by a network of integrated financial
    services firms that provided better access to capital for many suppliers on the network
  • Rapid growth into evolving sourcing regions such as Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and the Americas
    Agile customer support through a global “follow-the-sun” model with service hubs in the U.S., Sri
    Lanka and China
  • A cloud computing product model that is quickly deployed with minimal up-front costs for
    customers and  partners
  • Growing demand in the market for a collaborative platform to connect buyers with suppliers and
    service providers overseas
  • Retailers and brands placing major emphasis on supply chain finance and sourcing
    efficiencies



TradeCard Launches Channel Partner Program

 In 2010 TradeCard launched TradeCard PartnerAdvantage, a channel partner program
for service providers and resellers. Ciber, Inc. and GravityPro Consulting joined TradeCard
PartnerAdvantage as solution partners in 2010, expanding the TradeCard partner community, which
includes independent software vendors, solution providers/resellers, solution integrators, banks,
EDI providers, and other network partners.  

A Faster and More Efficient Way to Transact

Document and workflow efficiencies through TradeCard span multiple trading partners within a
supply chain network to generate time and cost savings for buyers, suppliers and service providers
around the world. Financial services embedded into the platform lower trade financing costs and
reduce credit related risk. Hosted technology and global support delivered by TradeCard provide a
low cost to transact. Suppliers are quickly on-boarded by TradeCard’s global support team.
TradeCard’s global network provides the necessary infrastructure to quickly shift trading partners
or services from region to region as economic conditions change. 

Posted on February 8, 2011

Source: TradeCard Inc.

Anvil Joins The Cotton Made In Africa Demand Alliance

NEW YORK CITY — January 25, 2011 — The Aid by Trade Foundation further expands the Demand Alliance
for its Cotton made in Africa initiative to the USA: Anvil is the first North American apparel
manufacturer to join. The additional demand from this textile company for sustainably produced
cotton will significantly help grow the program.

The Cotton made in Africa Demand Alliance continues to grow. With Anvil the network gains a
further textile manufacturer that places a very high priority on corporate responsibility. Anthony
Corsano, Chief Executive Officer of Anvil Knitwear explains the deepening of the company’s
sustainability strategy: “Cotton made in Africa is another source of sustainable fiber for Anvil.
It is rain fed, utilizes principles of soil conservation, reduces pesticides, and incorporates
important ILO labor principles. We also hope our purchases help African smallholder farmers improve
their own living standards.” Headquartered in New York, Anvil Knitwear produces sportswear and
accessories under the Anvil® brand and for major private label brands. Anvil has earned its
reputation in the textile sector as a transparent sustainability pioneer, marketing its sustainable
projects through its AnvilOrganic® and AnvilSustainable® collections.

Cotton made in Africa works in five African countries to help local smallholder cotton
farmers help themselves through trade. On the one hand the initiative supports cotton farmers
on-site with training and community projects; on the other, the initiative continues to build its
Demand Alliance of international textile companies that take up sustainably produced cotton and
process it further for the global market. The Alliance currently includes over twenty major textile
companies.

Posted on February 8, 2011

Source: The Aid by Trade Foundation

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