British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) Members Giving Existing Machines Out In The Field An Much-Extended Life

MANCHESTER — September 18, 2023 — A number of member companies of the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) are making a very critical but seldom-acknowledged contribution to a more sustainable textile industry — giving existing machines out in the field an much-extended life.

“At this year’s ITMA 2023 it was clear that many new technologies are being developed that will do much to reduce resource consumption, but the reality is that faced with extremely tight margins, many textile companies are not in a position to invest in new capitally-intensive projects,” said BTMA CEO Jason Kent. “Outdated but mechanically sound machines used to be simply scrapped, with few other options, but this has now completely changed.”

Flawless mechanics

There are, for example an estimated 90,000 jet dyeing machines in operation worldwide and between 60 to 70 percent of them are outdated, which is something Adaptive Control Solutions is working to change.

The company’s widely-emulated Plant Explorer central control system sets the standard around the world for automation, with powerful features and ease of use, pulling together the control and monitoring of entire production plants and storing it in a standard Microsoft SQL Server database.

“We have successfully automated many makes and types of dyeing machine and found that the flexibility of PC-based controllers has allowed us to help customers in other parts of the dyeing and finishing plant as well, including with stenter frames and dryers,” says managing director Richard Armitage. “Our non-proprietary approach means that all this equipment can be monitored from a simple web- browser on the company network, while sophisticated integration and automation is going on in the background. Smart-coupling and joint-scheduling are standard features on these controllers, making it simple for supervisors and operators to run whatever batch sizes are needed.”

Radio frequency dryers fully rewired and equipped with new PLC control and sensors by Adaptive for FTS Dyers.

Longevity

In a recent project, FTS Dyers, based in Langholm, Scotland, has had its existing radio frequency dryers fully rewired and equipped with new PLC control and sensors by Adaptive. Many of the original parts on these machines have been replaced over the years, with their longevity down to a skilled team of engineers. Now, howoever, they have been fully automated and connect with similarly upgraded dyeing vessels and controllers all linked to a central computer system.

“Many of the machines we have successfully upgraded date back to the 1970s and some of the very to as far back as the 1950s,” Armitage said.

Working with fellow BTMA member Roaches International, Adaptive also supplies software packages and control panels for the automation of autoclaves and curing ovens used in the manufacturing of advanced composites. Many companies in the field of Formula 1, marine and aerospace have benefited from these upgrades.

Spinning machine upgrade by Garnett Controls.

Unrivaled

Garnett Controls has been a pioneer in the retrofit market since 1990, with an unrivalled number of installations in the fields of blending, carding, nonwovens and spinning. Well proven systems include the Microweigh XL and Rollaweigh weight control systems which have become industry standard.

In blending, the Lubric8 fibre lubrication system has been integrated into many existing blending plants to deliver the precise application of fibre lubricants, anti-static solutions and process additives.

The company also leads in the development and implementation of digital drive systems to replace conventional drives on textile and nonwoven machines, to achieve precise synchronisation with optimum energy efficiency. The latest retrofit drive systems come with sophisticated data collection to continually monitor and record performance whilst providing easily accessible historical information. The systems are supported both through a well-established network of agents and associates as well as directly via remote access.

“We’ve been installing the most advanced retrofit drive systems internationally for many years and we continue to develop our products as new technologies emerge,” says managing director Mark Baldwin. “Our retrofit systems are fully supported internationally by an experienced team and customers have reported achieving energy savings of up to 40% depending on the type of machine.”

Tatham TS Drive System carding machine retrofit.

Synchronous drive solutions

Tatham is another BTMA member offering retrofit services for OEM carding machines, crosslappers, needlelooms, blending systems, spinning frames and twisting and winding units.

The company’s TS Drive System is designed to run the motors at their optimum performance levels enabling considerable energy savings in the region of 30% to be achieved,

“TS Drive Technology is the most advanced product on the market for synchronous drive applications,” says director Tim Porritt. “It provides superior performance and accurate speed regulation even at low speeds.”

Moisture content

Moisture measurement and control systems which are retrofitted onto a wide range of production lines are the specialism of Streat Drycom. The Drycom system continually measures the moisture content of textiles and nonwovens during production and automatically controls the energy and/or speed of ovens and dryers in order to maintain the optimum moisture content.

“Moisture content is a critical factor in many sectors,” says managing director Alan Brydon. “Too much moisture in the product can result in processing issues which affect quality and can attract mildew. Too little moisture can damage fibres as well as being a significant and unnecessary cost of energy. Both affect true invoice weight which has a direct influence on profitability.”

Applications include ovens and dryers in the field of natural fibre scouring, cotton bleaching, latex curing in carpet backing, yarn setting lines and spray systems. Drycom is unique in that specific calibrations can be derived for different fibre types, additives and environmental conditions, thereby always providing optimum accuracy, efficiency and control.

“Most machines already in operation worlwide function flawlessly mechanically and BTMA members can offer many options via upgrades and automation to secure their production going forward, ensuring a sufficient margin of profit is retained by keeping them going,” says Kent in conclusion. “The cost-effective longevity of retrofitted machines makes sound and sustainable sense.”

Posted: September 18, 2023

Source British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA)

New Material Recovery Facility Opened in Banyuwangi Under Project STOP’s Expansion Program

Government representatives and Project STOP Partners

BANYUWANGI, EAST JAVA, Indonesia — September 18, 2023 — On Saturday, 16 September 2023, Project STOP and Banyuwangi Regent, Ipuk Fiestiandani, inaugurated one of Indonesia’s largest Material Recovery Facilities (MRF) in Songgon Municipality. Built in collaboration with the regional government of Banyuwangi, the facility is a significant milestone towards establishing Indonesia’s premier regency-led circular waste management system.

Key highlights:

  • The MRF will manage waste collection and sortation as well as materials to be recycled from households in the region.
  • Its daily processing capacity is up to 84 tonnes of waste.
  • Anticipated to create approximately 200 jobs by 2025 and service over 250,000 residents.
  • By 2025, the MRF aims to collect annually 23,000 tonnes of waste, including 3,300 tonnes of plastic.

Co-founded by Borealis and Systemiq, with broad support from National and Regional Governments, international institutions, academia and private sector, Project STOP Banyuwangi focuses on delivering measurable impact on the ground. Since its inception in 2017, it has steadily extended across the entire Banyuwangi Regency. The new MRF is part of its Banyuwangi Hijau expansion plan, aiming to positively impact the lives of up to 2 million individuals, across all Project STOP city and regional partnerships, create 1,000 full-time jobs and annually collect 230,000 tonnes of waste, including 25,000 tonnes of plastic.

“Plastic leakage to sea, land and air can be prevented by working closely with all stakeholders. Through the Project STOP Banyuwangi initiative, we work hand-in-hand to make tangible improvements to the health of the local environment and people living in Banyuwangi,” said Ipuk Fiestiandani, Banyuwangi Regent. “We hope this infrastructure can establish the implementation of a circular waste management system and become a benchmark to other regions in Indonesia.”

For the MRF’s construction, the Banyuwangi Regency Government allocated more than 1.5 hectares of land in the first phase of the Project in Banyuwangi. The circular waste system is designed to support the implementation of the Banyuwangi government’s Solid Waste Master Plan, co-developed by Banyuwangi Agencies, the Clean Oceans through Clean Communities (CLOCC) Program and Project STOP.

“Since we founded Project STOP together with Systemiq in 2017, we established waste management systems in Muncar, Pasuruan and Jembrana as first phase. Based on the learnings done in the first three cities, we will now expand the reach of Project STOP to the Banyuwangi region. Beyond that, we hope that Project STOP serves as inspiration and blueprint for other projects to accelerate the establishment of a circular economy and to avoid waste leakage into the environment,” commented Thomas Gangl, Borealis CEO.

“This second Project STOP Program in Banyuwangi underscores our enduring partnership with the Regency and other local government agencies, with increased impact and benefits for the local environment and population. We intend this to be a beacon for Regencies across the country and thank our funders and partners for their ongoing commitment,” said Ben Dixon, Head of Materials and Circular Economy at Systemiq.

The state-of-the-art MRF is equipped to handle both organic and inorganic waste. Organic waste will be processed into compost, while inorganic waste will be sorted and transferred to the recycling industry.

Project STOP Banyuwangi’s achievements can be largely attributed to its successful collaborations and close partnerships with various Indonesian government bodies, such as the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime and Investment Affairs (CMMAI), the National Ministry of Environment and Forestry (MoEF), the Banyuwangi regency government and Project STOP Strategic Partners including the Norwegian Government, Accenture, Borouge, USAID and Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals (P4G).

Posted: September 18, 2023

Source Borealis

MAGIC Brings Trend And Young Contemporary Lineup To New York, SOURCING At MAGIC New York Trades Alongside MAGIC This September

NEW YORK CITY — September 15, 2023 — MAGIC New York returns to the Javits Center September 19-21 highlighting women’s trend, young contemporary and modern sportswear apparel, footwear and accessories for Spring/Summer 2024. MAGIC New York presents a growing modern sportswear segment, meeting continuous demand for young contemporary and trend driven brands. SOURCING at MAGIC co-locates with MAGIC to showcase key suppliers and manufacturers.

MAGIC New York creates the opportunity for retailers to shop Spring/Summer 2024 on a curated cohesive show floor in women’s apparel, accessories, footwear and home, gift and beauty. MAGIC New York brings a wide selection of modern sportswear brands to the show floor including Barefoot Dreams, Caite, Julian Lang, Ciao Milano and Veronica M. Retailers can shop high and low, explore private label opportunities as well as secure immediates.

Launching this September and providing industry expertise to the fashion community, MAGIC New York debuts its first education series. Fashion Snoops Trend Forecaster Melissa Moyan and Kelly Helfman, President of Informa Markets Fashion, present the Top Trends To Shop Session on September 19, and a moderated conversation Curating for Curves: Strategies to Successfully Incorporate Extended Sizing with Gita Omri, Designer and Founder of Omri Essentials, Karen Cohen of MeMoi and Leonidas Monedas, CEO of Mat Fashion, moderated by Emily Benson, Founder at the Boutique Training Academy on September 20.

Supporting efforts around industry wide sustainable and ethical practices, MAGIC will debut the Verified Sustainable by MAGIC program in partnership with Hey Social Good at the September show. Brands are vetted and ranked accordingly to recognize where they are in the journey to becoming more sustainable. This program helps buyers to find sustainable brands more easily and trust that they have been verified based on meaningful data points.

“Enhancing our offerings not only through brand extension in both domestic and international categories but also increasing visibility into the breakdown of brands by specifications like sustainable, woman-owned, new to show and more, provides our customers a more tailored experience on the show floor with ease of access to multiple categories, ultimately saving time and creating a more intuitive buying experience,” said Jordan Rudow, vice president, MAGIC. “Introducing the education sessions provides opportunities to learn and enhances the resources that our community can acquire while attending MAGIC New York.”

Trending styles for Spring/Summer 2024 include rich neutrals, occasion sets and jumpsuits. Over 300 brands are set to showcase their lines, with a selection woman-owned, new, international and plus size brands. Retailers registered to attend MAGIC New York include Free People, Urban Outfitters, Tilly’s, South Moon Under, Wantable, Nordstrom, Apricot Lane Boutique, Belk, Madrag and Pants Store.

SOURCING at MAGIC New York collocates with MAGIC New York hosting manufacturers and suppliers from 13 countries. This selection of exhibitors offers low minimum orders and expediency to market in the mid to contemporary price points. SOURCING at MAGIC highlights a curated variety of exhibitors and product categories including apparel, footwear, accessories, fabric and trim as well as packaging.

“The New York edition of SOURCING at MAGIC provides the sourcing community more opportunities to connect and source materials, expand their networks and implement new resources for their businesses throughout the year,” said Andreu David, vice president, SOURCING at MAGIC. “By emphasizing sustainability, we provide our audience with insights to make informed and sustainable choices across materials, supply chain services and manufacturing.”

The top buyers and retailers registered for SOURCING at MAGIC New York include Nicole Miller, PVH (Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger), Beall’s Inc., Rag & Bone, American Eagle Outfitters, Kenneth Cole, Everlast, Macy’s, New York & Co. and Robert Graham.

Posted: September 15, 2023

Source: Informa Markets Fashion a division of Informa Markets, a subsidiary of Informa plc

Pantone Color Institute Releases Pantone Fashion Colour Trend Report Spring/Summer 2024 For London Fashion Week

LONDON — September 15, 2023 — Pantone LLC, the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, today announced the Pantone® Fashion Colour Trend Report Spring Summer 2024 edition for London Fashion Week (LFW). Published for the fashion industry by the Pantone Color Institute, the trend forecasting and color consultancy, this season’s report features the top ten standout colors as well as the five new core classics we can expect to see as fashion designers introduce new Spring/Summer collections.

The palette of rich and extraordinary color featured in LFW Spring/Summer 2024 stretch the imagination and bring expressive beauty to the everyday. With divergent consumer demands for color to implicitly reflect their individuality and showcase their identity, this season’s eclectic mix of energizing brights, nature based shades and more classic heritage tones steeped in history and tradition provide a self-made layered collage of experimental creativity.

“Colors for LFW Spring / Summer 2024 underscore our desire for profound and meaningful self-expression,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “Both respectfully considered and hyper personal, this season’s color’s move beyond the predictable to interact with each other in powerful ways. Drawn from daydreams of simpler times and at the same time showcasing contemporary modernity, a palette of colour where our unfettered desire for freedom and authenticity sets the rules and personal style comes without limits.”

About the LFW Spring/Summer 2024 Color Palette:

An eclectic mix of vivid brights with rich nature based tones stretch the imagination.

  • PANTONE 16-4427 TCX Horizon Blue: Horizon Blue, an atmospheric blue hue denoting where the sea meets the sky.
  • PANTONE 18-4051 TCX Strong Blue: A boundless blue hue, Strong Blue encourages us to look beyond the obvious.
  • PANTONE 19-5408 TCX Bistro Green: Bistro Green, a hearty deep green tone with a substantial presence.
  • PANTONE 14-0952 TCX Spicy Mustard: Pungent Spicy Mustard is strikingly exotic.
  • PANTONE 18-1433 TCX Chutney: Chutney, a savory and enticing earthy brown.
  • PANTONE 16-1257 TCX Sun Orange: Sun Orange, an enveloping orange reflective of a brilliant sunset.
  • PANTONE 17-1564 TCX Fiesta: A fiery and impassioned red, Fiesta conveys a celebration of life.
  • PANTONE 12-0530 TCX Charlock: Charlock, an eye arresting yellow emblematic of the free ranging wildflower.
  • PANTONE 15-1905 TCX Burnished Lilac: Burnished Lilac, a tinged and smoky lavender tone with a new sophistication.
  • PANTONE 15-0326 TCX Tarragon: A fresh green infused with notes of citrus, Tarragon displays a delicate piquancy.

About the LFW Spring/Summer 2024 New Classics:

Reliable core tones infused with a contemporary edge create new visions of tradition.

  • PANTONE 11-4001 TCX Brilliant White: Clean, crisp, and pristine Brilliant White is suggestive of simplicity and modernity.
  • PANTONE 18-3906 TCX Boulevard: Boulevard, a weathered gray found in rock and gravel.
  • PANTONE 13-0611 TCX Moth: A new camouflage greige, Moth is both upscale and low key.
  • PANTONE 19-3713 TCX Deep Well: Vast and cavernous, Deep Well signifies strength and security.
  • PANTONE 14-4804 TCX Blue Fox: Blue Fox, a smooth and sleek cool blue gray.

Posted: September 15, 2023

Source: Pantone, LLC.

Datatex And Setex With Elvaston In New Global Holding Company: Textile Solution Group GMBH

ZUG, Switzerland — September 15, 2023 — We are thrilled and proud to share some exciting news with you: Datatex and Setex, in collaboration with a prominent international investor, Elvaston Capital Management GmbH, have established a holding company specializing in IT solutions for the textile industry. The group will expand with new acquisitions to reach a highly ambitious goal: to become the global benchmark and standard for digital solutions within the textile and apparel sector fully integrating all manufacturing and business functions from Fiber to Garment.

Elvaston Capital Management GmbH is an entrepreneurial investor with a focus on technology companies and software firms. Elvaston acquires majority stakes and provides equity capital to support and expedite growth.

DATATEX is the global leader in ERP solutions designed for the textile and apparel industry and is the author and owner of the NOW suite of solutions, the most widely used vertical ERP system within the industry on a global scale.

SETEX is a leading provider of automation solutions for textile manufacturers. Notably, its Orga TEX production execution system and human-machine interfaces are renowned for their quality and reliability. SETEX systems are already deployed in many of our customers’ facilities, and we are committed to further enhancing their integration with our systems.

Datatex’s objective is to strengthen our position in an increasingly competitive market environment by accelerating the expansion and continuous improvement of our NOW ERP solution. Currently, it is the best-selling ERP solution for the textile industry worldwide, with customers spanning 46 countries. Collaborating with a leading MES provider will enable us to enrich our offerings and expand our solution capabilities.

Datatex shareholders; Ronen Hagin, Vered Dotan, Maurizio Desio, and Luigi Torriani have chosen Elvaston because they firmly believe in the potential of this partnership with SETEX and are convinced that together Datatex will achieve even greater success in the future.

The owners and managers of the company have signed long-term contracts as managing directors and will remain invested in the larger group.

“Our group’s vision is clear: to deliver a seamless textile industry solution that drives innovation, automation and sustainability,” said Oliver Schermuly, CEO SETEX. . At SETEX, we bring this vision to life with manufacturing operations management software and cutting-edge textile machinery controls. Having a leading software investor in Elvaston as a partner in this journey confirms this vision. Together we aim to help our customers achieve greater efficiency, quality, cost savings, data insights, sustainability and a competitive advantage. SETEX is the catalyst for excellence in textile processing.”

“Datatex is excited to have gained a strong partner in renowned software investor Elvaston and we are looking forward to the opportunity of working with SETEX to enhance our leadership position, and provide the textile and apparel industry with fully integrated seamless solutions for the management and optimization of the supply chain from fiber to garment,” said Ronen Hagin, CEO Datatex. “The new organization will enable industry leaders, our customers, to better comply with the sustainability, traceability and Industry 4.0 requirements of the new industrial era.”

Posted: September 15, 2023

Source: Datatex Ag

Clean Recycling Initiative™ Is Holding The 2nd Annual International Sustainability Marketing Competition (ISMC)

MONTREAL — September 13, 2023 — Montreal, Canada based non-profit organization, Clean Recycling Initiative™ will be running the second iteration of the International Sustainability Marketing Competition (ISMC) during September and October of 2023. The competition is once again open to students from prestigious universities around the world, with many students already registered.

“With the success of last year’s competition, we were excited to organize it again this year,” said Anna Belford, the Sustainable Development Specialist at Clean Recycling Initiative™.

“We have already managed to have even more participation, with 250 schools from over 55 countries already involved,” Anna continued.

“Education is one of the key elements of this competition. The participating students will have an opportunity to learn about important environmental issues originated from textile goods we use everyday and how we can effectively address it. This is the reason why we are organizing the information sessions and making it mandatory for the students to attend at least one of them”, said Sae Chang, CEO of Clean Recycling Initiative™.

“The competition has grown to become the largest one of its kind in just two years, thanks to the keen interest on the subject by the public all around the globe and the great effort made by the team of organizers, judges and ambassadors who have graciously accepted to play important roles,” Sae continued.

As Sae mentioned, multiple information sessions with the same educational contents in all of them will be conveniently scheduled for different time zones to accommodate as many students as possible. Attending at least one information session is a mandatory requirement to participate in the competition. The schedules of the information sessions as well as more information about the competition can be found at the Clean Recycling Initiative™ website (https://cleanrecyclinginitiative.com/competition/). Any students interested in participating, can register at https://forms.gle/qgM3vjFXgQQjKWvQ8

Posted: September 14, 2023

Source: Clean Recycling Initiative™

Deadline Approaching For Textile Research Grants

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. — September 14, 2023 — The deadline is approaching for new textile research grants from the AATCC Foundation Student Research Support Program. The grants support undergraduate and graduate student research on textile-related projects. Applications must be submitted prior to October 15, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. CST to be considered. Awarded research grants will be announced December 2023. The AATCC Foundation Student Research Review Board awards grants to all textile-related projects.

Grant awards range from $500 to $4,000. Recipients can request an additional $500 to reimburse travel and/or registration expenses to present their research at a technical conference. Reimbursement will be determined based on the project and the event. Priority will be given to presentations at the AATCC Textile Discovery Summit or other AATCC programs.

The application is a simple three-page form including a description of the proposed project and the student’s resume. An advisor’s letter of support is encouraged but not required.

Applicants can submit grant proposals electronically to Dr. Yiqi Yang, Chair, AATCC Foundation Student Research Support Program. Additional guidelines, application, and submission details are available on the AATCC Foundation webpage www.aatcc.org/grants. Funding decisions are made by a panel of academic and industry professionals from across the textile industry.

Posted: September 14, 2023

Source: AATCC Foundation, Inc.

Lectra Expands Furniture On Demand To The Mexican Market

GUADALAJARA, Mexico — September 14, 2023 — Lectra, a major global player in the fashion, automotive and furniture markets, today announced that Furniture On Demand by Lectra will be expanding to Mexico to support the acceleration of nearshoring due to supply chain woes and economic factors. This turnkey solution covers the entire furniture manufacturing workflow, from order processing to cutting. By manufacturing after order reception, companies are able to improve flexibility and offer a larger and broader catalog of products.

“The furniture industry has undergone a major transformation post pandemic as more and more products are being made to order and customization continues to grow in importance for consumers. As a result of this increase in demand, customers in all markets are rethinking their supply chain and turning to Industry 4.0 solutions such as Furniture On Demand,” said Leonard Marano, Lectra’s President, Americas. “Furniture On Demand is an answer to the economic complexities currently faced by the industry all the while improving speed, quality and traceability in the entirety of the manufacturing process.”

With the emergence of new paths to supply chain, Mexico is primed for more demand in nearshoring, which would enable faster times to market given the proximity to the end customer. As this trend continues to accelerate, Mexico manufacturers find themselves in a time of transformation as they shift from mass production, which produces large quantities of standardized products, to a made to order model. Companies will need to rely on a partner who can help them scale by offering customization, speed and quality.

In response, Furniture On Demand leverages Industry 4.0 technology in order to further streamline processes for Mexico based manufacturers by automatically capturing styles, materials and components information of the product, directly from the customer’s order and assisting in the production process from start to finish by utilizing:

  • Automation — Automation handles repetitive every day tasks. Manufacturers are now able to automate the pairing of multiple orders for max fabric yield, the cutting of plain fabric and fabric management, helping increase the overall speed of production.
  • The digital fabric library — The digital fabric library is able to instantly pull order fabric and its specifications for quick processing.
  • Order system integration — This integration quickly pulls all pieces of the order – pattern, fabric, configuration and sends to cutting in a matter of minutes.
  • Optimized cost per piece — Next generation part nesting and automated markers with real fabric width use the power of cloud computing to ensure maximum fabric yield, quality and savings.

By manufacturing after order reception, furniture companies are able to avoid overstocking their inventories and reduce waste, all the while increasing their sustainability efforts. Companies will also be able to actively combat labor shortages currently facing the industry by limiting the dependence on expertise thanks to digitalizing manual tasks.

Although the COVID-19 pandemic served as the initial catalyst for customization, leading to 78 percent of consumers worldwide deciding that home was their haven, the industry has continued to see an increase in demand for made to order products and there will continue to be significant moments throughout time that will require on demand production such back to school shopping or the purchase of a new home.

With many solutions already implemented worldwide, leading furniture brands such as Zanotta, Karimoku, Neptune, King Hickory, Leisure Creations are using, Furniture On Demand to improve the efficiency of their day-to-day operations while reducing repetitive tasks, fabric, paper and plastic.

“What Lectra offered that I hadn’t seen before was a beginning-to-end process from the order input to shipping the customer the furniture. At the end of the process, everything was tied together,” said Chris Williams, owner and president of Leisure Creations, an Alabama-based manufacturer of commercial pool and patio furniture.

Posted: September 14, 2023

Source: Lectra

Plastics Industry Association Launches Recycling Is Real Advocacy Campaign

WASHINGTON — September 14, 2023 — The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has launched a new advocacy campaign called “Recycling is Real”, dedicated to promoting and defending plastic recycling in America. The campaign will provide content to help elected officials and policymakers understand that recycling is a vital link of the sustainability and circularity chain, enabling them to make more well-informed decisions about recycling resources for their constituents.

The campaign has also been created in an effort to put an end to false narratives claiming that recycling doesn’t happen or is a “myth.” Anti-recycling organizations and their allies have created a coordinated campaign against plastic recycling in an effort to advance their anti-plastics agenda and it is eroding faith in our nation’s ability to recycle.

“Plastic recycling is very real, and it happens every single day across America,” said PLASTICS’ President and CEO Matt Seaholm. “The Recycling is Real campaign allows both the public and lawmakers to see for themselves the extraordinary role recycling plays in the circular economy, making it undeniable that recycling is not only effective but is a feasible and economical way to achieve our shared sustainability goals.”

PLASTICS, on behalf of the entire plastics industry supply chain, is committed to sustainability and ensuring plastic material remains in our circular economy, and out of the environment. Recycling is an integral part of achieving this goal, and the industry knows America needs to recycle more. Recently, recycling has come under attack from those who wish to reduce or eliminate the production of plastic altogether. Recycling is Real will show how recycling happens, where it happens and introduce the people who make it happen. This initial launch will spotlight recycling efforts taking place at Ultra-Poly, Placon, Novolex and MAAG, with additional videos launching in the coming weeks and months.

Posted: September 14, 2023

Source: The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)

TradeBeyond Acquires Pivot88

HONG KONG — September 13, 2023 — TradeBeyond, provider of extended supply chain management solutions for private label and branded merchandise, announced today that it has acquired Pivot88, the trusted SaaS provider of quality, compliance, and traceability solutions to brands and retailers around the world.

Powered by Applied AI, Pivot88’s platform enables a 360-degree view of products from cradle to grave, equipping retail businesses with actionable supply chain data to mitigate risk. The company orchestrates quality and compliance processes across more than 50,000 supply chain partners in 112 countries. Its customers include many of the world’s largest and most recognizable brands and retailers.

This strategic acquisition reinforces TradeBeyond’s commitment to offering the most comprehensive multi-enterprise platform to streamline retail supply chains, enabling businesses to bring products to market more efficiently, responsibly, and profitably. The combination of TradeBeyond’s deep solutions in product development, sourcing, and supply chain management with Pivot88’s rich, AI-powered functionality in quality, compliance, and traceability will create a powerful platform that is unparalleled in the market.

“The synergies between Pivot88 and TradeBeyond are undeniable,” said Pivot88 Co-founder Stephane Boivin, who will continue in a leadership position at TradeBeyond. “We’re excited to join forces with TradeBeyond to offer an even more efficient and cost-effective way for global brands and retailers to improve their product quality, manage their supply chain partners, and reduce supply chain risks.”

“Pivot88 has been at the forefront in helping major brands and retailers enhance product quality and traceability. I look forward to having Pivot88’s team of experts and innovators join TradeBeyond’s growing family to help our customers tackle today’s complex supply chain challenges,” said Michael Hung, CEO of TradeBeyond. “Pivot88 will further cement our lead in extended supply chain solutions that streamline our customers’ supply chain from concept to delivery and beyond.”

Since EQT’s investment into the company in 2022, TradeBeyond has invested heavily in organic growth, expanding its geographic reach and product offerings, particularly its ESG solutions. As a result, TradeBeyond is on track to double its recurring revenue growth in 2023. The Pivot88 acquisition is a major step in TradeBeyond’s M&A strategy to invest in pioneering solutions that will better serve its expanding customer base and capture a larger share of the growing SaaS supply chain market.

This strategic move will not only deepen TradeBeyond’s service offerings but also enhance operational efficiency. By pooling resources and expertise with Pivot88, the combined entity will generate economies of scale that will strengthen its competitive standing, allowing both brands to better meet the evolving needs of the global supply chain landscape.

Posted: September 14, 2023

Source: TradeBeyond

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