MAS Holdings Partners With The Wildlife Foundation Kenya

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — August 30, 2022 — South Asian apparel manufacturer, MAS Holdings (MAS) has partnered with The Wildlife Foundation (TWF), Kenya to conserve 6,250 acres of the Nairobi National Park Wildlife Dispersal Area. In line with the MAS Plan for Change commitment of restoring 25,000 acres of habitat, this unique initiative enables MAS and TWF to collaborate with local landowners to conserve wildlife on community- and privately-owned land.

The project commenced in March 2022, with a land-lease gathering ceremony with the participation of 58 landowners from the Athi-Kaputiei area. The project is an extension of TWF’s ongoing conservancy model, through which TWF leases lands from local owners to promote wildlife conservation and better land use practices. Through this partnership, MAS has been able to expand TWF’s existing conservancy of 5,000 acres to a total coverage of 11,250 acres.

The conservancy model utilizes both monetary and non-monetary incentives to encourage landowners and local communities to keep land unfenced for wildlife and livestock to move freely in the outskirt lands of the park. This is coupled with initiatives to raise awareness on community-based conservation, place community rangers to mitigate human-wildlife conflict, train youth and women on topics such as beekeeping, biogas, and promote the use of technology to innovate solutions for conservation challenges.

Through the conservancy model, which is collaboratively funded by MAS’ strategic business units MAS Intimates and MAS Kreeda, MAS and TWF provide financial incentives to landowners, to keep private lands open and unfenced for wildlife movement. This contributes to reducing human retaliations against lions and other predators as well as supporting to improve the education of the children in the area by providing landowners with lease payments aligned to the start of the children’s school terms.

MAS established its manufacturing facility in Kenya in 2020, through its subsidiary MAS Intimates. Today, MAS Intimates Kenya (EPZ) Ltd is a leading manufacturer and exporter of lingerie and apparel wear to leading markets in the USA, Europe and Asia, and provides job opportunities for 3,200 Kenyans. The lands in the conservancy model are leased from the Machakos and Kajiado counties, where the majority of MAS Intimates Kenya staff reside.

This conservation project not only contributes considerably to MAS’ target of restoring 25,000 acres of habitat but has also created an opportunity for MAS to engage holistically with its local community in Kenya. The group’s sustainability strategy, the MAS Plan for Change, focuses on 12 commitments under three areas of focus of product, lives, and planet, including championing biodiversity and creating thriving communities.

MAS and TWF have committed to collaborate on this unique conservancy project for the next five years, with the collective hope of uplifting and empowering the community to help change our planet for good.

Posted: August 30, 2022

Source: MAS Holdings

Matouk Awarded STeP By OEKO-TEX® Certification For Sustainable Production Practices In Company’s Ongoing Commitment To Corporate Responsibility

NEW YORK CITY — August 26, 2022 — Matouk, a heritage American luxury linen brand, proudly announces the next achievement in their ongoing commitment to sustainability, planetary health, and safe working conditions for employees. The addition of the STeP by OEKO-TEX® certification for sustainable and responsible textile production means that Matouk’s Fall River, Massachusetts facilities fulfilled all the qualifiers of excellence in environmental performance and management, chemical management, quality management, health and safety in the workplace, and general social responsibility.

After two years of meticulous work and dedication from Matouk’s artisans, leadership and operations teams to complete the STeP assessment, Matouk is now one of only three STeP certified textile manufacturing facilities in the United States, a statistic that underscores the excellence of the certification and the achievement of the mission.

Milt Goncalves, vice president of Operations at Matouk, says of the newly acquired status: “The STeP by OEKO-TEX certification process confirms that Matouk’s Fall River facilities are manufacturing products in a socially responsible and sustainable manner. In addition, the comprehensive analysis and rigorous assessment of Matouk’s operations has given us a path forward to implementing world-class manufacturing processes which will ensure we are meeting and exceeding our customers’ expectations.”

The STeP by OEKO-TEX certification is the latest credential in Matouk’s ongoing pledge to manufacture responsibly and generously for the betterment of the consumer and the environment. Matouk encourages its material suppliers to achieve STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX certification and Matouk is working on certification of its manufactured products as well.

While STeP certification ensures a sustainable production process and product, completing the requirements also promotes efficiency in the company and further accelerates Matouk’s role within the home industry as a leader for quality and social responsibility.

CEO George Matouk Jr. said: “While we’re extremely proud to receive the STeP designation from OEKO-TEX, we are only at the beginning of a lifelong commitment to sustainability and socially responsible business practices. I hope that all companies, in their own way and consistent with the resources they have at their disposal, can likewise commit to concrete actions that will leave the world in a better condition than how we found it.”

Posted: August 26, 2022

Source: Matouk

European Textile Industry Calls For Immediate Action To Tackle The Energy Crisis; The Future Of The European Industry Is At Stake

BRUSSELS — August 26, 2022 — The European textile & fashion in Europe, represented by EURATEX, calls for a single European strategy to tackle this energy crisis. To safeguard the future of the industry, a revision of the electricity price mechanism is necessary and an EU wide cap on gas prices at 80€/MWh. Special company support needs to be granted to avoid bankruptcy and relocation of textile production outside Europe.

Gas and electricity prices have reached unprecedented levels in Europe. Due to severe global competition in the market that characterizes the European textile & clothing industry, these cost increases are impossible to pass on to customers. This has already led to capacity reductions and production stops. Closures and the shift of production outside Europe are being forecasted should the current situation persist, leading to further de-industrialization of our continent and increased dependency on external suppliers.

Specific segments of the textile industry are particularly vulnerable. The man-made fibres (MMF), synthetic and cellulose-based fibres, industry for instance is an energy intensive sector and a major consumer of natural gas in the manufacturing of its fibres. The disappearance of European fibre products would have immediate consequences for the textile industry and for society at large. The activities of textile dyeing and finishing are also relatively intensive in energy. These activities are essential in the textile value chain in order to give the textile products and garments added value through colour and special functionalities (e.g. for medical applications).

The European textile industry calls for an EU-wide cap on gas prices at €80/Mwh, and a revision of the price mechanism for the electricity market, to reduce the huge price gaps with our foreign competitors.

Governments should ensure that critical industries, such textiles and all its segments, are able to ensure gas and electricity contracts towards the end of the year at an affordable price. Stable and predictable energy supply is of the utmost importance. Gas restrictions and rationing must only be used as a last resort. No mandatory consumption cuts should be foreseen.

In addition to these measures under discussion, we currently observe a proliferation of contradictory, uncoordinated national initiatives to tackle the energy crisis. This has led to a de facto fragmentation of the Single Market, resulting in a chaotic policy and regulatory environment that adds a further strain on our supply chain, which is fully integrated at European level. Measures that guarantee a level playing field in the EU are utmost important.

The future of the European textile & clothing industry is at stake!

EURATEX President Alberto Paccanelli explained: “Given the current situation, a scenario where entire segments of the textiles industry will disappear can no longer be excluded. This would lead to the loss of thousands of companies and tens of thousands of European jobs and would further aggravate the dependency of Europe to foreign sources of essential goods. This applies specifically to SMEs who need temporary support measures (e.g. state aids, tax relieves, energy price cap) to survive the current crisis and to prepare for the green transition in the longer run.”

Posted: August 26, 2022

Source: EURATEX

BASF, Sulzer Chemtech Sign Memorandum Of Understanding To Collaborate In Sustainable Technologies

LUDWIGSHAFEN, Germany/WINTERTHUR, Switzerland — August 24, 2022 — BASF and Sulzer Chemtech (GTC Technology) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the goal of advancing technologies for renewable fuels and chemically recycled plastics that will further expand the partners’ portfolio of sustainable solutions. The companies agreed to enter a strategic partnership to reduce the carbon intensity of renewable diesel and aviation fuel. They will also drive the development of innovative, cost-effective chemical processing solutions to improve the conversion of plastic waste into new plastics. The collaboration combines complementary areas of expertise, integrating Sulzer Chemtech’s capabilities in licensed processing technologies and mass transfer equipment with BASF’s cutting-edge high-performance adsorbents and catalysts.

Sulzer Chemtech, an established licensor for process technologies for renewable fuels and chemical recycling of plastics, is leading efforts to harness resources that can help global producers achieve their net-zero ambitions. BASF Process Catalysts is driving multiple initiatives aimed at turning plastic waste into a secondary raw material, for example with its newly developed PuriCycle® portfolio, as well as providing adsorbent and catalytic materials to produce clean and renewable fuels.

“Global plastic pollution and mobility are challenges that we can help to solve by joining forces with partners”, said Detlef Ruff, senior vice president, Process Catalysts at BASF. “This is why we at BASF are involved in key strategic collaborations aimed at protecting our planet’s resources and transforming the way we do business. We are excited to work with Sulzer Chemtech and use our combined strengths to address plastic pollution and drive the adoption of more sustainable fuels.”

Torsten Wintergerste, president at Sulzer Chemtech, concludes: “Our process technology development team is continuously looking at new ways to support more sustainable, circular practices. The MoU with BASF allows us to broaden the scope of our portfolio and will lead to improved value offerings in both renewable fuels and the plastics recycling value chain. We look forward to working together to deliver advanced technologies that help our customers accelerate their path to net zero carbon emissions.”

Posted: August 25, 2022

Source: BASF SE/Sulzer AG

HanesBrands And The University Of Michigan Announce Extension Of Long-Term Apparel Partnership

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — August 25, 2022 — HanesBrands (HBI) and the University of Michigan today announced a multiyear extension of their current apparel partnership that gives HBI exclusive rights to design, manufacture and distribute Wolverine fanwear in the mass retail channel. HBI is the world’s largest supplier of collegiate fan apparel and has been an exclusive apparel partner with Michigan for more than a decade.

The University of Michigan joins Clemson, Auburn, Penn State, NC State and more than two dozen other elite schools that have exclusive mass channel retail partnerships with HBI.

“Michigan is a powerhouse in every way, on the field and in the classroom, and has one of the largest alumni networks in the world,” said John Fryer, HanesBrands president of Licensed Sports Apparel. “As consumer-driven leaders in the apparel industry, our Champion® and Hanes® brands drive purchase across the retail spectrum. We’re proud to leverage these brands and others in our long-term commitment to provide quality, responsibly made fanwear to Wolverine students, alums and fans.”

HBI also continues as a preferred supplier with the M Den, the official retailer of the University of Michigan Athletic Department and one of colleges’ most renowned campus stores — and where Champion apparel has been a go-to for the Wolverine faithful for decades. In addition, the Champion brand will continue to engage with student athletes through name, image and likeness (NIL) agreements as it did with University of Michigan track and field standout Ziyah Holman earlier this year. Holman was part of a distinguished group of female athletic standouts featured in the brand’s “Get It Girl” campaign.

The partnership extension with HanesBrands follows a detailed analysis of the University of Michigan trademark licensing program and a competitive proposal process completed in conjunction with the university’s exclusive licensing agent, CLC. In addition to these exclusive programs, Michigan will continue its partnership with Nike as the provider of performance products and specific fan merchandise.

“As we head toward opening kickoff of football season, there’s a lot of momentum for Wolverine apparel following the team’s outstanding performance last year — winning the Big Ten title and finishing the year ranked No. 3,” Fryer said. “We expect to see a lot of Champion apparel in maize and blue.”

Posted: August 25, 2022

Source: HanesBrands (HBI)

Datacolor® Announces Partnerships With Mexico-Based Color Experts

LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. — August 25, 2022 — Datacolor® announced today two partnerships with Mexico-based agencies, Eurotécnica Textil S.A. de C.V. and Control Técnico y Representaciones S.A. de C.V. (CTR). The partnerships will expand support for Datacolor customers throughout the country.

“Collaborating with new representatives in Mexico enables us to better provide customers across all industries with access to specialized local resources,” said Suleman Madha, director of Sales & Support, Americas, Datacolor. “Each agency offers a diverse set of expertise to help streamline color measurement.”

Roland and Karl Zimmerman from Eurotécnica Textil S.A. will support Datacolor’s customers for all textile color applications. Abelardo Perches and his team at CTR will provide support across pigment, paint, coatings, plastics applications and more.

“Driven by our commitment to providing integrated solutions for our current industrial clients, we have established a partnership with Datacolor, an outstanding leader in the field of color measurement solutions,” said Abelardo Perches, CEO, CTR Scientific. “We are very happy to partner with this leading developer and producer of top-notch color solutions for industrial purposes. With our network of sales offices and technical support across Mexico, we will focus on non-textile industries, and hand in hand with Datacolor, will provide world-class solutions to the market.”

The teams at Eurotécnica Textil S.A de C.V. and CTR bring extensive knowledge of applied technology consulting. Their broad expertise will further enable local Datacolor customers to get color right.

“Eurotécnica Textil is proud to start this new partnership as a representative of Datacolor for the textile and apparel industries in Mexico,” said Karl Zimmermann, Commercial Director, Eurotécnica Textil. “We believe Datacolor sets the standard for color management solutions in textiles and look forward to a successful endeavor. We know our Mexican customers will benefit from Datacolor’s excellent services, cost effective equipment, and technical, smart solutions that will adapt to their unique needs.”

To learn more, find your local Datacolor sales and support team: https://www.datacolor.com/locations/.

Posted: August 25, 2022

Source: Datacolor

Epson Introduces The SD-10 Spectrophotometer Color Measuring Device

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. — August 25, 2022 — Underscoring its commitment to print quality, Epson America today announced the Epson SD-10, the first Epson-built spectrophotometer. Designed to give SureColor® wide-format customers a tool to accurately measure color, the SD-10 is an easy-to-use and full-featured color measuring device. The SD-10 is a compact, battery-powered device that can be used stand-alone via the built-in LCD display or wirelessly connected to a smartphone through the mobile app to make critical color decisions on-the-go. Allowing users to elevate their color with a simple color management tool, the SD-10 is ideal for print shops, designers and salespeople to capture, reproduce and confirm colors with confidence.

“Many existing color workflows are labor intensive and communicating color can be arbitrary and subjective,” said Eric Holm, Professional Imaging, Epson America Inc. “Well received by both textile and signage users for its simplicity to measure and communicate accurate color, the Epson SD-10 allows an entire team to speak the same color language, from the salesperson to the designer to the print department.”

Measuring colors accurately, consistently, and quickly, the SD-10 is easy-to-use, easy to carry, and its embedded battery allows for measurements to be taken virtually anywhere, anytime. The SD-10 features market-leading technology, including industry-standard measurement modes (M0, M1e, M2) and Epson’s advanced micro-electromechanical system (MEMS) technology, used to construct devices with sub-micron precision. Accuracy on textured surfaces is achieved via a large 7.6 mm aperture and 360-degree LED illumination reduces shadows and irregularities to increase accuracy of color measurements. A built-in LCD display makes standalone operation possible, allowing for quick viewing of a measured color’s L*a*b* value. Additionally, the last two colors are always being compared and the delta-E value is displayed.

The Epson Spectrometer mobile app1 allows users to wirelessly connect to mobile devices where they can build custom color libraries, find similar PANTONE® colors and compare measured colors. The app can be used to see where a color stands in comparison to your printer’s ICC profile. Additional features include:

  • Wireless Bluetooth connectivity – Connect to a mobile device or computer using Bluetooth Low Energy technology;
  • Large aperture for textured surfaces – 7.6 mm aperture measures up to 1.5 times the area covered by similar products, allowing for greater accuracy;
  • Integration with Epson Edge® Print software – Directly measure and replace colors within the print workflow; connect via Bluetooth or USB; and
  • Build color libraries – Use the mobile app to create color palettes, find similar PANTONE colors and record measurements.

Availability

The SD-10 spectrophotometer is now available through Epson Authorized Professional Imaging Resellers for $899 (MSRP).

Posted: August 25, 2022

Source: Epson America Inc.

Milliken & Company Welcomes New Textile Business President David Smith

David Smith

SPARTANBURG, S.C.— August 25, 2022 — Diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company has promoted David Smith to executive vice president and president of Milliken’s Textile Business. Stepping into this new role after more than 40 years with Milliken, Smith will oversee the company’s diverse textile portfolio that helps the company make a positive impact for generations to come. He moves into the position formerly held by Chad McAllister, after McAllister announced his move to a new opportunity serving a local nonprofit.

“David is a seasoned veteran of the textile industry, bringing his signature values-based leadership to our largest company business,” says Halsey Cook, president and CEO for Milliken & Company. “We look forward to all he accomplishes in this new role. At the same time, we wish Chad our very best as he embarks upon a new career path.”

Having most recently served as the senior vice president of engineered performance products and nonwovens, Smith’s experience spans accounting, manufacturing, customer service, sales, marketing and strategic planning competencies. He earned a bachelor’s degree in financial management from Clemson University and continued his education at leading institutions, including the Advanced Management Program and the Young Executive Institute in Professional Management Education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flager Business School. Smith also serves on the board for the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry.

“I’m incredibly grateful to Milliken’s board and senior leadership team for the vote of confidence,” shares Smith. “Leading Milliken’s Textile Business is an exciting challenge for me and I will strive to excel in this role for the benefit of our global textile team.”

Currently, Milliken’s Textile Business encompasses seven main business lines and employs over 4000 associates across the globe, including 27 manufacturing sites.

Posted: August 25, 2022

Source: Milliken & Company

Indorama Ventures Committed To Science-Based Targets, Contributing To Net-Zero Global Emissions By 2050

BANGKOK, Thailand — August 25, 2022 — Indorama Ventures Public Co. Ltd. (IVL), a global sustainable chemical company, announced its commitment to science-based targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to help drive its ambitious sustainability programs. The company will also participate in the SBTi Expert Advisory Group for the chemicals industry.

SBTi is a collaboration between CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, the World Resources Institute, and the World Wide Fund for Nature to help businesses set emissions reduction targets based on the most recent climate science. IVL has committed to science-based targets under its purpose of “Reimagining chemistry together to create a better world” which aims to reduce global warming in line with the 1.5°C Paris Climate Agreement.

Under its Vision 2030 ambition, Indorama Ventures aims to build on its global industry leadership in sustainability, including by reducing GHG intensity by 30 percent and increasing renewable electricity consumption to 25 percent. Green projects are helping the company to achieve its operational efficiency targets, increase its use of renewable energy (especially renewable electricity – both onsite generation and offsite procurement through power purchase agreements), implement new decarbonization technologies including carbon capture, introduce bio-feedstock to its petrochemical value chain, and expand its PET recycling capability.

To meet its targets, IVL recognizes the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors to decarbonize its operations through a variety of strategies. The established targets help its customers and suppliers to achieve their own sustainability goals, particularly their science-based targets.

Yash Lohia, chairman of ESG Council at Indorama Ventures, said, “We are pleased to make our sustainability commitment more practical and measurable through science-based targets. We are dedicated to finding new technologies that can transform our operations and products towards net-zero. The efforts are not only for our sustainable business but also to support our customers and suppliers to achieve their own sustainability goals.”

Posted: August 25, 2022

Source: Indorama Ventures

TRSA Confirms Keynote Speaker And Plant Tour For 11th Annual Healthcare Conference

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — August 25, 2022 — TRSA’s 11th Annual Healthcare Conference will take place from November 16- 17 at The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch in Scottsdale, Ariz.

The conference is the premier laundry industry event focused on the business, handling and processing linens for hospitals, surgery centers, medical offices, nursing homes and other medical facilities, including compliance and clinical trends. This year the market-focused enrichment and collaboration of the conference will have a specialized focus on long-term care. The event is expected to attract roughly 200 executives, decision makers and influencers from independent, regional, national and international operators responsible for processing more than 90% of North America’s healthcare linens and garments.

Ryan Donohue, a nationally recognized expert on healthcare consumer research, will deliver the keynote address at the upcoming conference. Donohue is the director of program development for the National Research Corp., the largest surveyor of healthcare consumers in the U.S. Through his research findings, Donohue has authored several publications on the topics of healthcare consumerism, brand strategy and effective marketing tactics. He continues to research how consumers make decisions and how providers can move to the leading edge in consumer and patient engagement and retention.

Five prominent healthcare laundry executives will participate in a CEO panel during the event. They’ll exchange views on a range of key issues affecting the industry. Randy Bartsch, CEO, Ecotex Healthcare Linen Service Corp., will facilitate the panelists including:

  • Jason Berstein, president, Nixon Medical;
  • Karl Fillip II, CEO, NOVO Health Services;
  • Andrew C. Kratky, CEO, Emerald Textiles; and
  • Joe LaPorta, president & CEO, Healthcare Linen Services Group.

The agenda includes a plant tour of Emerald Textiles Phoenix location. The 65,000-square-foot plant opened its doors in October 2003. It is equipped with three 150 lb. Milnor tunnels and its 240 employees produce 80,000 lbs. of laundry every day. The plant is known for its unique cooling system that was built outside to pump cool air into the facility, with boilers also located outside of the facility to ensure cooler conditions inside.

Posted: August 25, 2022

Source: TRSA

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