Precision Textiles West Coast Facility Reports Production Gains,  Strong Mattress Burn Test Results

FAIRFIELD, NJ — May 13, 2026 — Precision Textiles, a component supplier to the bedding industry, is reporting strong operational momentum at its Arizona manufacturing and distribution facility, highlighted by recent full-scale open-flame mattress burn test results that underscore the performance and reliability of materials produced at the site. As demand continues to grow across its customer base, the facility is operating at a high level of efficiency and is well-positioned to support this growth.

The 60,000-square-foot manufacturing and warehouse operations were established to support increasing demand while positioning production closer to its West Coast customers. Since opening in 2021, the facility has become an important part of Precision Textiles U.S. footprint, producing both FR and non-FR highloft solutions used in mattress panels and borders, along with a range of additional products, including Endure® FR stitchbond, IQ Fit® GlassFree socks and caps, FR-backed laminated borders, and PurLoft® Organic batting.

The team demonstrated that quality and performance have remained top priorities. During a day of full-scale mattress burn testing conducted in February, multiple latex mattresses incorporating PurLoft® Organic, produced at the West Coast facility, were evaluated under CFR 1633, including several constructions with elevated fuel loads. These represent some of the more demanding test scenarios, and the results confirmed consistent performance across a range of challenging builds.

With deep technical expertise in CFR 1633 compliance, Precision Textiles helps mattress manufacturers avoid costly mistakes and navigate complex flammability requirements with confidence, backed by full-scale open-flame burn test results for challenging, high-fuel-load applications.

“The Arizona facility is doing exactly what we built it to do,” said Keith Martin, vice president of Precision Textiles. “We’re seeing strong production output, high efficiency, and consistent product performance. Just as important, we’re in a great position to support additional volume and respond quickly to our West Coast customers.”

The operation, which began with a team of 11, has continued to expand by adding two more personnel while maintaining a highly organized production environment focused on efficiency and product consistency. When the plant first opened, it was shipping about two truckloads of product daily to meet demand, and the company will now exceed that as production continues to increase.

The West Coast location is part of a broader strategy to align manufacturing capacity and responsiveness with customer demand, reduce freight costs, and shorten lead times.

Precision Textiles supplies innovative materials solutions used across the bedding and other industries, with a focus on performance, scalability, and responsible manufacturing. The company has decades of experience in the bedding industry and was named Best Component Supplier in a 2024 Reader Ranking Survey. The company has long been committed to developing innovative solutions that not only meet the highest standards of safety and quality but also contribute to a healthier planet.

For more information about Precision Textiles, visit https://www.precisiontextiles-usa.com/

Posted: May 15, 2026

Source: Precision Textiles

Polaris Tech Bridge: Anduril Industries Named Flagship Sponsor Of BlueTIDE 2026

NEWPORT, RI — May 13, 2026 — Polaris Tech Bridge (formerly 401 Tech Bridge) announced today that Anduril Industries, a leader in defense technology and autonomous systems, will serve as a Flagship Sponsor of BlueTIDE 2026, the region’s premier ocean technology and dual-use innovation event.

BlueTIDE, hosted annually in Rhode Island, brings together innovators, defense stakeholders, investors, and industry leaders for in-water demonstrations and evaluation of cutting-edge maritime and autonomous technologies in real-world environments. The 2026 event will build on this foundation by deepening collaboration between emerging technology companies and national defense platforms.

Through its Flagship Sponsorship, Anduril will offer a focused pathway for companies to integrate their technologies into Anduril’s Lattice platform. Lattice is Anduril’s core software platform that connects and integrates data from Anduril and third-party systems into a single operating picture across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. Participating companies will have the opportunity to engage in a structured development process leading up to the August event, including access to technical resources, integration support, and a development environment designed to accelerate compatibility with Lattice.

This collaboration will culminate at BlueTIDE 2026 with live demonstrations and mission-based scenarios showcasing integrated technologies operating within Anduril’s Lattice ecosystem with visual and digital representations of the technologies. In addition, Anduril will evaluate technologies throughout the day and will engage directly with select aligned companies for potential partnerships and Lattice integration opportunities.

“This partnership represents a significant step forward for BlueTIDE and the broader innovation ecosystem,” said Christian Cowan, Executive Director of Polaris. “By adding this partnership with Anduril, we are building on the strong partnership with NUWC Newport and creating a direct pathway for emerging companies to connect their technologies to real defense applications, accelerating both innovation and commercialization.”

“At Anduril, we work closely with emerging companies to bring new technologies into real defense applications.,” said James Buescher, VP of Underwater Reconnaissance and Strike at Anduril. “BlueTIDE provides a hands-on environment for that collaboration, with mentorship, technical resources, and access to our Lattice platform. Supporting startups through integration and demonstration helps create a clearer path from innovation to deployment.”

Supplementing the previously released 4 technical focus areas for demonstration, BlueTIDE 2026 will provide companies with access to Anduril’s technology priorities, ensuring that participating innovators are well-positioned to contribute to next-generation defense capabilities.

Anduril’s participation reinforces Rhode Island’s growing role as a hub for ocean technology, defense innovation, and dual-use development. The event is expected to draw national attention from federal agencies, venture capital firms, and industry leaders seeking to identify and advance breakthrough technologies.

BlueTIDE 2026 will take place in August 2026, with qualification and development activities currently in progress. Innovative companies developing technologies that support a collaborative integration opportunity across maritime, air, and land environments must apply by May 28, 2026.

For more information or to apply to participate, visit: polaristechbridge.org/bluetide

Polaris Tech Bridge is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing dual-use and blue technology companies in Rhode Island. By connecting innovators with industry, government, and academic partners, Polaris Tech Bridge helps bridge the critical gap between research and commercialization.

Posted: May 15, 2026

Source: Polaris Tech Bridge / formerly 401 Tech Bridge

CitroTech Partners With Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station To Advance Safer, High-Performance Fire-Resistant Textiles

DENVER— May 13, 2026 — CitroTech Inc., a specialty chemicals company producing environmentally responsible fire inhibitor solutions, and the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES), the official research agency of the Texas A&M University College of Engineering, today announced a 12-month research partnership to develop next-generation, water-based polymer technologies for fire-resistant textiles.

Researchers at Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) conduct research on fire-resistant textiles.

Launched on March 1, the collaboration is focused on addressing a persistent gap in fire-resistant materials: developing wash-durable, skin-safe textile coatings that maintain flame resistance even after repeated use and laundering—an area where conventional solutions often fall short. Initial applications are expected in firefighting gear and industrial textiles, where durability and safety are critical, with longer-term potential across home furnishings and consumer products.

“CitroTech has built its reputation on delivering fire resilience in some of the most demanding environments, from construction materials and utility infrastructure to roadside and vegetation management,” said Andrew Hotsko, Chief Operating Officer at CitroTech. “This partnership is about extending that foundation into textiles, working alongside the foremost minds in polymer science to introduce a new class of environmentally safe, fire-resistant solutions. We’re taking chemistry proven at scale and applying it to a category that has seen limited innovation, with the goal of protecting people more directly in the environments where they live and work.”

Essential to this partnership is the combination of CitroTech’s patented portfolio of fire-inhibitor chemistries and the expertise of Dr. Jaime Grunlan, a globally recognized leader in polymer science whose research has helped shape modern approaches to flame retardancy. Together, CitroTech and Texas A&M researchers are accelerating the transition from academic discovery to real-world application, addressing longstanding challenges around durability, performance, and chemical safety.

“Flame retardancy has long required trade-offs between safety, durability, and practicality, particularly in textiles that are washed, worn, and exposed to the elements,” said Dr. Grunlan. “What makes this work meaningful is the ability to move beyond those limitations. We’re moving toward solutions that can perform consistently outside the lab and at scale, which is ultimately what’s needed to better protect homes, first responders, and the communities they serve.”

The technology under development uses water-based polymers that form a thin, durable layer on fabric. When exposed to heat or flame, that layer reacts by expanding and forming a protective shield, helping slow fire spread and insulate the material beneath. Unlike many conventional treatments, these coatings are designed to stay in place over time and avoid the use of chemicals of concern, including PFAS and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

As part of the initiative, CitroTech is funding dedicated research at TEES, including graduate-level work and advanced testing, creating a direct pipeline from early-stage research to product development. The collaboration reflects a broader strategic focus on expanding CitroTech’s portfolio through investment in cleaner, high-performance technologies that address evolving fire risks.

“This partnership exemplifies TEES’s mission to connect leading research with industry to solve complex, real-world challenges,” said Dr. Robert H. Bishop, Vice Chancellor and Dean of Texas A&M Engineering. “We’re building a blueprint for the future of safer, more effective fire-resistant materials, with far-reaching implications not only for individual safety, but for the resilience of the communities and systems we depend on.”

CitroTech will further support industry collaboration as a lead sponsor of the upcoming Fire and Polymer Workshop in San Diego, where researchers and industry leaders will convene to advance next-generation approaches to flame retardancy and material safety.

Posted: May 15, 2026

Source: CitroTech Inc.

Barmag Adds Solution For Fine Count Specialists: New Type 2777 Ceramic Oiler

REMSCHEID, Germany— May 14, 2026 — With the new Type 2777 ceramic oiler, Barmag has added a solution for fine titers and microfilaments to its portfolio of original parts.

Barmag Original Parts ensure cost-effective production of high-quality yarns

Serving the market for fine titers below 100 denier: The new Barmag ceramic oiling device, type 2777.

The new design, based on the proven model 2888, is significantly slimmer and has been specifically optimized for fine titers and sensitive filament counts. While the type 2888, as an all-rounder, demonstrates its strengths in the high denier range and up to 288 filaments, the type 2777 offers the long-awaited solution for the lower fineness range. This is where standard oilers often reach their physical limits, leading to uneven deposits in the corners or instability in the yarn path when processing finer titers. Here, the narrower variant excels with maximum precision in the process.

Both oiler types are designed for reduced spray-off thanks to their special geometry. In the fine-titer range, the new design reduces spray-off by a further 50% compared to the use of standard oilers. Extremely easy to adjust, the oiler impresses with its tolerance for installation deviations of ±2°. This largely prevents uneven oil application. The integrated ceramic shaft eliminates the typical errors that occur during the labor-intensive process of bonding metal shafts, thereby ensuring greater process stability.

Ceramic quality has a direct impact on yarn quality

The quality of yarn-guiding components in the spinning process is also a decisive factor for downstream processing. Inferior ceramics have a negative impact on yarn quality, which manifests itself in the downstream processing. Initial market deployments of the new oiler confirm the yarn’s improved downstream performance—a result shared by other ceramics from Barmag.

For yarn manufacturers, the ability to schedule the replacement of wear parts is particularly important: Thanks to consistently high manufacturing quality, components wear out in a controlled and synchronized manner—rather than unpredictably, as is the case with inferior components. This enables greater process stability and predictive maintenance.

Posted: May 15, 2026

Source:  BARMAG – A Subsidiary of the Rieter Group

Intertextile Apparel Returns This August With New Focus On Pet Textiles And Climate-Adaptive Innovation

SHANGHAI — May 14, 2026 — Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition will return from 25 – 27 August 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), set to reinforce its position as a leading global sourcing platform for the ever-changing apparel textile industry. Building on the success of the 2025 edition, where more than 3,700 exhibitors from 26 countries and regions welcomed over 100,000 buyers from 123 countries and regions, the upcoming fair will place special emphasis on high-growth segments – including advanced functionality, sustainability solutions, and digital transformation.

“In today’s evolving market landscape, buyers are looking for more than materials – they are looking for direction, innovation, and long-term partners,” said Ms Wilmet Shea, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd. “Intertextile Apparel continues to evolve alongside the industry, expanding its showcase to address functional performance, sustainability priorities, and emerging product categories, catering to a wide range of buyer preferences – from the traditional to the unconventional.”

Responding to these priorities, the 2026 edition is guided by four overarching themes reflecting the industry’s most compelling opportunities. Fashion Forward inspires creative direction through curated fabric displays and the Intertextile Directions Trend Forum, offering buyers and designers early insight into upcoming seasonal trends. Performance Textiles highlights advanced functional fabrics engineered for sportswear, outdoor, and lifestyle applications, addressing growing demand for comfort, durability, and technical enhancement. Under Sustainability, exhibitors present eco-conscious materials, solutions, and innovations aligned with international standards, centred around the Econogy Hub’s variety of sustainable textiles and certifications. Meanwhile, Textile Future spotlights smart textiles, AI-driven design tools, and next-gen manufacturing technologies shaping the digital transformation of the apparel supply chain.

Pet Boutique makes its autumn debut

Among this year’s notable highlights is the Autumn Edition debut of the Pet Boutique. First introduced at this year’s Spring Edition, the dedicated showcase will expand to leverage demand at the larger autumn platform. Globally, the pet textile market is forecast to compound yearly by 5.6% up to 2031, with Asia-Pacific set for the highest growth[1].

By bringing together relevant suppliers into a clearly defined showcase, the Pet Boutique enables buyers to efficiently explore fabrics and materials suitable for pet clothing, accessories, and related applications – an increasingly attractive segment within the broader apparel ecosystem. “Applying natural textile materials in the pet sector is still an emerging avenue. The primary role of this display area is to help the industry understand these materials and master their application methods,” said Mr Fred Wang, BD Manager for Functional Wear at Lenzing, who participated in the Spring Edition. “We aim to leverage Intertextile Apparel’s strong influence to attract more pet sector players through the Pet Boutique, while in the related Pet Forum I was honoured to discuss the applications of our natural fibres in the sector.”

Functional Lab expands with climate-adaptive textiles and more

The enhanced Functional Lab will continue to offer an integrated booth, display area, and seminar model designed to foster deeper exchange between exhibitors and sourcing professionals. At the centre of the zone, The CUBE is a high-visibility display area showcasing standout functional fabrics and accessories. New to this edition, The CUBE will introduce a Product Presentation Series, providing brands with a structured opportunity to present their latest innovations directly to an engaged audience.

Beyond its expanded presentation format, this edition’s Functional Lab will extend its spotlight to fast-emerging markets, including climate-adaptive textiles and silver-age applications, among others. Innovations in temperature and humidity regulation are driving the development of fabrics that support comfort across diverse environmental conditions, while the response to ageing demographics ushers in textiles that prioritise comfort, ease of care, lightweight performance, and everyday practicality. Together, these focus areas illustrate how functional textiles are expanding beyond traditional performance categories, opening new avenues for product development and cross-sector collaboration.

Reflecting on her experience at the last Autumn Edition, Ms Zoe Zhang, Engineer at the Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA), commented: “At the forum (Weaving the Future: Advancing Functional Textiles with Innovative Technologies), we joined forces with partners including Lenzing and Highsun to exchange our latest insights on functional textiles. The conversations continued well beyond the show floor – with several domestic manufacturers reaching out to us to explore collaboration on nanomaterial applications. Intertextile Apparel is a springboard for meaningful dialogue and cross-disciplinary innovation in the intelligent and sustainable development of functional textiles.”

To enhance sourcing efficiency across the entire apparel value chain, the fair will also feature a broad offering at its other specialized zones:

  • Accessories Vision: bringing together the full spectrum of trims, zippers, and finishing components essential to garment creation.
  • Beyond Denim: exploring fabrics at the cutting-edge of denim innovation, sustainable finishing processes, and evolving fashion applications.
  • Essential Suits & Shirts: a dedicated zone responding to the rising global demand for accessible, ready-to-wear suiting and shirting fabrics.
  • Innovation & Digital Solutions Zone: presenting AI-driven tools, digital production systems, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
  • Premium Wool Zone: highlighting the performance and versatility of wool, especially for its applications in top-quality suiting.
  • SalonEurope: offering a curated window into the finest, high-end European fabric collections, from fashion to function.
  • Verve for Design: dedicated to creative studios, trend-led patterns, and original textile design.

Aligned with the four pillars of Intertextile Apparel, these zones combine to create a comprehensive sourcing environment spanning trend-led inspiration, functional innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation.

The fair is co-organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT; and the China Textile Information Center. It will take place alongside Yarn Expo Autumn, CHIC and PH Value at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), with the venue playing host to the entire apparel textile value chain. For more details on this fair, please visit: www.intertextileapparel.com.

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition will be held from 25 – 27 August 2026.

Posted: May 15, 2026

Source:  Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd

Airtech Nonwovens Makes INDEX™ 2026 Debut Following Integration Into Airtech Advanced Materials Group

BLACKBURN, UK — May 14, 2026 — Airtech Nonwovens will exhibit at INDEX™ 2026 for the first time, marking an important milestone following its integration into the Airtech Advanced Materials Group. As a long-established UK nonwovens manufacturer, Airtech Nonwovens is using its debut at the world’s leading nonwovens exhibition to actively engage with the global industry and showcase its capabilities to a wider international audience.

With decades of experience in mechanically and thermally bonded nonwoven materials, Airtech Nonwovens has built a strong reputation for quality, flexibility, and collaboration. Using needlepunch and thermal bonding technologies, the company supplies high-performance materials to a wide range of industries, supported by highly adaptable manufacturing facilities.

More than a materials supplier, Airtech Nonwovens positions itself as a true manufacturing partner. The team works closely with customers from concept through to production, developing bespoke solutions that meet precise technical and commercial requirements. Short manufacturing lead times and quick delivery enable customers to operate with lower stock levels while maintaining confidence in supply.

Now part of the Airtech Advanced Materials Group, Airtech Nonwovens benefits from access to broader technical expertise, shared innovation, and an expanded global network. The move reflects a continued commitment to investment, collaboration, and long-term growth, while retaining the flexibility and customer focus for which the company is known.

At INDEX™ 2026, visitors are invited to meet the Airtech Nonwovens team to discuss bespoke nonwoven solutions, new opportunities, and how collaborative development can support evolving application requirements across sectors.

Posted: May 15, 2026

Source: Airtech Nonwovens

U.S. Senator Graham Introduces Legislation That Supports South Carolina Textile Industry And Continues His Push to Buy American

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina)
Photo Courtesy U.S. Senate Historical Office

WASHINGTON, D.C. — May 14, 2026 — U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today introduced the Coast Guard Personnel Equipment Act, which would require all U.S. Coast Guard uniforms to be produced in the United States. Graham has long championed legislation that supports a secure and reliable domestic supply chain for the textile industry, and cracks down on foreign actors that try to exploit U.S. trade laws.

“For too long, America-last policies have led to an over-reliance on other nations for essentials, including military clothing, putting our national security in jeopardy. My legislation would end this practice by ensuring uniforms for all branches of the armed forces are made in the USA,” said Senator Graham. “I’m proud to stand with President Trump in support of American workers and consumers. A secure and reliable domestic supply chain for the textile industry not only impacts readiness but also our economy. The Coast Guard Personnel Equipment Act would greatly benefit South Carolina’s textile producers and workers, who have been gravely undercut by unfair trade practices for decades.”

“We sincerely thank Senator Graham for his leadership in extending the Berry Amendment’s domestic sourcing requirements to the U.S. Coast Guard.  Under this important bill, the men and women of our United States Coast Guard will be guaranteed access to the same high quality, American-made uniforms and personal gear that are provided to all other members of our armed forces,” said National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) President and CEO Kim Glas. “This is also an important step in strengthening our nation’s warm industrial base for the production of mission critical U.S.-made textiles, uniforms, and gear to meet our national security needs.”

In February, Graham encouraged President Trump to take executive action to ensure that all federal law enforcement uniforms are made in the United States, following reports that U.S. federal law enforcement uniforms are made in foreign countries. In March, President Trump signed an executive order to increase scrutiny on fake “Made in USA” claims, and this week echoed calls for federal agencies to buy American.

Background on Graham’s Coast Guard Personnel Equipment Act:

Under current law, all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces – except the U.S. Coast Guard – are barred from purchasing clothes, fabrics, fibers, yarns, and other materials that are produced overseas. Graham’s bill would extend this prohibition to include the Coast Guard, ensuring no branch of the U.S. Armed Forces relies on a foreign country for personal equipment.

This legislation also seeks to support America’s domestic textile industry. As a major contributor to the South Carolina economy, Graham has fought to protect the textile industry and its workers from unfair foreign competition.

The full text of the bill is available HERE.

Posted: May 15, 2026

Source: Communications Director — U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC)

PLASTICS Commends Bipartisan Advancement Of Recycling Legislation In House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee

WASHINGTON, D.C. — May 14, 2026 — The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) applauds the bipartisan leadership of the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Environment for advancing two key recycling bills during today’s markup: H.R. 2145, the Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act (RIAA), and H.R. 4109, the Recycling and Composting Accountability Act (RCAA).

“Today’s actions represent an important step toward improving recycling accessibility, enhancing data collection and reporting, and strengthening the effectiveness of the nation’s recycling system,” said Chris Rager, Vice President of Government Affairs at PLASTICS. “We commend the committee for advancing commonsense legislation that supports American manufacturing and helps keep valuable materials in productive use and out of the environment.”

PLASTICS recognized House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Brett Guthrie, Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr., Subcommittee on Environment Chairman Gary Palmer, Ranking Member Paul Tonko, and other members of the subcommittee for their bipartisan support of the legislation.

PLASTICS also commends bill sponsors U.S. Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Joe Neguse for their leadership on the legislation. The two bills were combined during the markup to align with the bipartisan STEWARD Act framework previously passed by the Senate.

Rager added that today’s markup reflects continued bipartisan momentum around policies that support recycling innovation, infrastructure expansion, and circular manufacturing solutions.

“We are encouraged by the strong bipartisan support demonstrated during today’s markup and look forward to consideration by the full committee,” Rager said. “Today’s action also helps build momentum around additional proposals, including the Recycled Materials Attribution Act (RMAA), the Recycling Technology Innovation Act (RTIA), and the Packaging and Claims Knowledge (PACK) Act, that support all recycling technologies, strengthen U.S. manufacturing, and advance a more circular economy.”

Posted: May 15, 2026

Source: The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)

Forensic Origin Verification Firm Oritain Launches Landmark 2026 Global Supply Chain Intelligence Report

SYDNEY — May 15, 2026 —  Oritain, global supplier of forensic origin verification, has announced the release of its inaugural 2026 Global Supply Chain Intelligence Report. Drawing on multiple global datasets, the report reflects a critical inflection point for global trade: as regulatory scrutiny, economic pressure and consumer skepticism intensify, visibility alone is no longer enough to operate with confidence.

The findings point not to a single-issue risk spike, but to a wider structural gap between supply chain documentation and supply chain truth, with implications for markets, consumers, investors and regulators alike. Using cotton as a spotlight commodity to examine how one of the world’s most traded materials moves under overlapping regulatory, trade and cost pressures, the report shows that after three years of steady progress, exposure to cotton prohibited by legislation has surged back to pre 2021 levels.

The report draws on a multi-year forensic sampling programme analysing approximately 1,000 garments across 40 brands annually, alongside large-scale consumer research, industry professional and supplier intelligence spanning key global manufacturing hubs. While nearly 94% of UK companies and 87% of US companies surveyed now trace their cotton supply chains, Oritain’s Market Insights data shows that 90% of brands analysed in 2025 recorded at least one risk consistent result, up sharply from 64% the previous year. The data suggests that while transparency initiatives have scaled, assurance has not kept pace.

The “Verification Gap”: Moving Beyond Procedural Compliance

Oritain’s 2026 Global Supply Chain Intelligence Report highlights a fundamental shift facing corporate leadership: while traceability demonstrates intent and process, only verification provides a defensible

source of truth in an increasingly enforcement-led environment. As supply chains evolve and sourcing strategies adjust under economic and geopolitical pressure, periodic assurance models are proving insufficient.

“The data tells a clear story: risk isn’t disappearing, it is re-emerging,” said Alyn Franklin, CEO at Oritain.

“As brands pivot manufacturing regions they’re finding that upstream material exposure hasn’t gone away – it is increasingly appearing in other key manufacturing hubs. Without independent verification, that risk travels quietly through complex trade routes and only surfaces at the end of the supply chain, when goods are stopped, costs escalate and production timelines are already missed.”

Key Insights from Oritain’s 2026 Global Supply Chain Intelligence Report

  • Risk Re-emergence: As sourcing patterns shift under tariff, trade and policy pressure, global manufacturing capacity is expanding faster than internal controls and traditional compliance models can adapt.
  • Systemic Exposure: With 90% of brands analysed impacted by exposure to prohibited cotton, exposure is no longer an isolated issue. It reflects a system wide challenge requiring a programmatic, scientific approach rather than ad hoc checks or reliance purely on paper trails
  • The Trust Deficit: Consumer scepticism is at record levels. 60% of consumers actively avoid products linked to untrustworthy origins, while only 3% trust marketing claims. Instead, trust is anchored in credible, independent evidence, with government regulation (27%) and scientific traceability to origin (23%) sitting at the top of the hierarchy of consumer trust.
  • Transparency expectations are rising across materials: focussing on leather alone, 69% of consumers support mandatory ethical sourcing proof, reinforcing the need for the inclusion of leather within the EUDR scope.
  • The Cost of Failure: The consequences are no longer theoretical. 80% of UK brands and 37% of US brands surveyed have already experienced material impact, including border delays, financial penalties, disrupted production cycles and lost commercial relationships.

A New Standard for Global Intelligence

The report demonstrates that reliance on declarations alone is no longer sufficient to support market access, investor confidence or brand resilience.

The future of resilient supply chains lies in programmatic forensic verification: a continuous, independent and repeatable model that enables proactive management rather than late-stage remediation. By operating as a connected network, spanning brands, suppliers and regulators, this approach allows businesses to detect issues earlier, substantiate claims credibly and navigate complexity with confidence.

“As regulatory and economic pressures intensify, visibility without verification no longer holds,” said Alyn.

“What matters now is evidence that stands up. Oritain’s role is to provide the science, intelligence and networked approach that allows organisations to move from reactive compliance to proactive supply chain management – building trust that is measurable, defensible and scalable over time.

Posted: May 15, 2026

Source: Oritain

PET Spunbond From China – EDANA Welcomes Imposition Of Provisional Anti-Dumping Measures

BRUSSELS, Belgium — May 15, 2026 — On 13 May 2026, after eight months of investigation, the European Commission imposed provisional anti-dumping duties of 45.6-50.0% on imports of PET spunbond from China.

EDANA welcomes this expression of the Commission’s clear determination to protect EU industries from the unfair trade practices of Chinese producers.

According to the Commission’s findings, Chinese producers of PET spunbond have engaged in dumping practices on the EU market that have caused material injury to the EU industry, including declines in production, sales, and profitability. The imposition of provisional AD measures is therefore essential to re-establish a level playing field, to preserve European jobs, and to foster growth and innovation in the EU.

“It is encouraging to see the EU institutions are determined to support EU industries during these globally difficult times. EU production creates a lot of added value to our economy, and it is essential for the stability and prosperity of our continent that EU industrial value chains are not exposed to unfair, state-supported market behaviours on their home markets”, said Jacques Prigneaux, Market Analysis & Economic Affairs Director at EDANA.

The provisional anti-dumping duties will apply until 13 November 2026, by when the Commission must make a final decision in the case on whether to impose definitive anti-dumping duties for a 5-year period. At that time, the Commission may also decide to impose the definitive AD measures retroactively up to 90 days prior to the date of application of the provisional measures.

Jacques Prigneaux added: “EDANA and the EU industry will continue to cooperate fully with the Commission during the remainder of the proceedings. We look forward to final measures which maintain a level playing field on the EU market. We also want to remind all parties of the legal requirement to declare imports under the correct customs code. Accurate use of TARIC codes is fundamental to ensuring the proper application of trade measures and avoiding material risks in customs compliance and import processing.”

The products concerned are defined as certain non-woven needle-punched sheets of polyester filaments, whether or not reinforced by glass fibers, weighing more than 70 g/m², of a thickness exceeding 0.5 mm but not exceeding 1.8 mm, impregnated with one or more binders, containing less than 30 % of glass fibers by weight, not coated or covered, and are to be classified under CN codes ex 5603 13 90, 5603 14 20 and ex 5603 14 80 (TARIC codes 5603 13 90 70 and 5603 14 80 70).

Posted: May 15, 2026

Source: EDANA

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