Denim Reimagined For Home, Mobilious Brings Jeans To Your Living Room

Mobilious is dedicated to crafting the world’s finest denim sofas.

LOS ANGELES — June 2, 2025 — Mobilious today unveils three denim-upholstered sofas — Nuvola, Fiorello, and Bluoro — that translate fashion’s most democratic fabric into living-room classics. Drawing on IndigoGuard™ Denim which elevates Turkey’s Bossa Textile expertise and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certification, these designs pay homage to three iconic silhouettes (the “Original Cloud” modular, Belgian track-arm slipcover, and a Scandinavian-style modular sofa by industry-renowned predecessors) while addressing the 2.16 million tonnes of annual denim waste through durable, plant-fiber construction. Mobilious taps into the Americana/Cowboycore renaissance sparked by American pop idols, positioning denim interiors not as a passing fad but as a sustainable, versatile décor statement.

Denim’s Double Impact: Style Meets Sustainability

Denim is fashion’s bedrock—yet over 2.16 million tonnes of jeans end up in landfills each year, accounting for a significant share of textile waste. By reimagining denim for the home, Mobilious answers growing calls for circular design: upcycled and durable upholstery that sidesteps shrinkage, sagging, and synthetic traces. The trend gained momentum when Etsy dubbed 2024 the “Year of Denim Interiors,” spotlighting over 16,000 home-decor listings in denim—proof that the fabric is migrating from closets to couches. While the use of the fabric itself hasn’t completely skyrocketed, denim hues are increasingly cropping up in 2025’s interiors. Meanwhile, pop-culture moments—from Cowboycore-themed music tours to American celebrities embracing denim—have fueled a broader Cowboycore revival in interiors, marrying rugged textures with modern living.

Mobilious’s Denim Sofa Collection

Mobilious reimagines iconic sofa silhouettes by integrating exclusive IndigoGuard™ denim, delivering a harmonious blend of timeless design and contemporary innovation. Experience the ultimate in comfort with Mobilious denim slipcovered cloud couches—washable, durable, and available in blue or white skirted styles.

Nuvola: The “Original Cloud” Reimagined with Denim

Nuvola honors the legendary Cloud Modular Sofa by an industry-leading predecessor with feather-and-down–wrapped cushions around high-resilience foam cores. Three slipcovered cubes in two depths enable endless configurations, balancing lounge-ready softness with structural support.

Mobilious is committed to surpassing this industry icon by developing the world’s finest denim sofa through its proprietary IndigoGuard™ Denim technology. This innovative fabric is engineered to deliver exceptional comfort while addressing common denim upholstery concerns such as shrinkage and fading. By combining cutting-edge textile advancements with timeless design, Mobilious aims to set a new standard in denim sofa craftsmanship.

The deep, plush seating and luxurious comfort of the original cloud sofa—long beloved by celebrities and design enthusiasts—serves as a springboard. Mobilious elevates the concept by integrating IndigoGuard™ Denim, offering not only superior comfort but also enhanced durability and aesthetic appeal.

Fiorello: Belgian Slipcovered Track-Arm Tribute

Fiorello channels the acclaimed Belgian Track-Arm Slipcovered Sofa of an industry-renowned predecessor—low-slung, deep-profiled, and finished with a removable denim skirt for easy care. Its pastel-washed cushions and softly angled arms evoke an Italian spring, marrying casual repose with gallery-worthy form.

Many users have praised Fiorello for its irresistible sink-in comfort—loved equally by adults, kids, and even pets. Designed as a true sanctuary after a long day, it’s the kind of sofa where drifting off comes more easily than in bed. Whether it’s movie night, story time, or a spontaneous afternoon nap, Fiorello transforms everyday living into effortless relaxation.

Bluoro: Scandinavian-Inspired Slipcover

Bluoro adapts the DNA of a beloved Scandinavian modular sofa—loose cushions, skirted base, and generous proportions—into a denim canvas accented with golden piping. The result is a versatile statement piece that complements coastal, Scandinavian, or modern-farmhouse schemes alike.

Bluoro’s refined silhouette and golden piping elevate denim to the realm of quiet luxury—proving that a denim sofa can indeed be a design indulgence. It’s not only supremely comfortable and built to last, but also a conversation-starter that draws admiration from every guest. Whether it’s a family gathering or an impromptu visit from friends, Bluoro never fails to impress.

IndigoGuard™ Denim and Bossa Textile & OEKO‑TEX® Credentials

Three new sofas of Mobilious are upholstered in Bossa’s renowned premium denim—hailing from Turkey’s heritage mill founded in 1951—and enhanced with our proprietary IndigoGuard™ finish. Every yard of Bossa denim carries OEKO‑TEX® Standard 100 (Product Class I) certification, ensuring each fabric is free from harmful substances, compliant with EU REACH regulations, and meets U.S. CPSIA lead‑limit standards. This plant‑fiber–rich textile delivers a natural, linen‑like hand without shrinkage or sag, making it ideally suited to high‑traffic living spaces.

IndigoGuard™ Denim elevates this heritage fabric through over three years of dedicated R&D. In 128 fabric trials, 60 thoughtfully adjusted chemical formulas, and 47 precision wash cycles, Mobilious perfected a dual‑phase stabilization process: a 60–90 °C pre‑wash deeply cleanses cotton fibers, followed by a tightly controlled dye‑fixation bath using acetic acid, sodium sulfate, and a unique polymer resin to lock in indigo pigments. The result is a breathable, anti‑static, and anti‑microbial upholstery that resists uneven fading, marbling, and “whiskering,” preserving deep, uniform color wash after wash.

Yet IndigoGuard™ retains denim’s soul: over time, it develops a rich, characterful patina—much like full‑grain leather that blossoms with age—so each sofa becomes uniquely yours. Together, Bossa’s OEKO‑TEX®–certified base and our IndigoGuard™ finish ensure Mobilious furniture stands at the forefront of sustainable luxury and enduring style.

Capturing the Denim Decor Moment

Trend authorities forecast denim’s lasting interior appeal: its deep navy palette fosters calm, its rugged weave endures high traffic, and its mix-and-match neutrality plays well with virtually any décor. Mobilious’s launch arrives as design-minded consumers seek pieces that meld fashion pedigree with responsible manufacturing—proof that denim’s next chapter belongs in the living room.

The three new IndigoGuard™ denim sofas are now available for purchase at the Mobilious official online store: https://mobilious.com/. Mobilious invites you to explore these pieces and bring effortless style and lasting comfort to your living room—transform your space with Mobilious today!

Posted: June 2, 2025

Source: Mobilious Furniture

Kontoor Brands Completes Acquisition Of Helly Hansen®

GREENSBORO, N.C. — June 2, 2025 — Kontoor Brands Inc. today announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Helly Hansen, the global outdoor and workwear brand.

“Today marks an exciting step forward for Kontoor as we expand our portfolio of iconic consumer brands. The acquisition of Helly Hansen will increase our growth profile, drive greater category, channel and geographic diversification, and increase our penetration in the attractive outdoor and workwear markets,” said Scott Baxter, president, CEO and chairman of Kontoor Brands. “I want to thank the entire Helly Hansen team for their partnership as we have worked toward this exciting milestone. Together, I am more confident than ever we will create significant long-term value for our shareholders.”

Helly Hansen is expected to be immediately accretive to the company’s revenue, adjusted earnings per share and cash flow in fiscal 2025, consistent with the company’s outlook provided on May 6, 2025.

Posted: June 2, 2025

Source: Kontoor Brands, Inc.

D.A. Davidson Acts As Exclusive Financial Advisor To Cha Technologies Group In Its Sale Of FIT

BOSTON — May 27, 2025 — D.A. Davidson announced today that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Cha Technologies Group — a global conglomerate with diversified businesses in property, technology, textiles, financial services, and healthcare — in its sale of Fiber Innovation Technology (FIT) to Universal Fiber Systems, a global leader with a family of brands specializing in the production of high-quality synthetic fibers.

Paul Colone, managing director, commented: “FIT is well known for developing and producing innovative fibers and will benefit from Universal’s commitment to supporting growth through strategic investments. We are proud to have advised Cha Technologies on multiple transactions and to have delivered a strong strategic home for FIT and its dedicated team.”

Based in Johnson City, Tenn., FIT designs and produces specialty synthetic fibers for advanced applications in textiles and nonwovens, with state-of-the-art facilities that include a world-scale production line and a dedicated semi-works facility for product development. The company offers a wide range of capabilities, from developing bicomponent fibers to custom solutions.

Through this partnership, FIT and Universal Fiber Systems will expand their operational footprint to better serve global customers, deliver enhanced products and services, and respond to market needs.

Jacques Boubal, CEO of Cha Technologies Group, remarked: “We are highly appreciative of our long-term relationship with Paul Colone and D.A. Davidson and their key role in the success of our divesture program. Their tenacity and ability to leverage synergy value have driven the successful conclusion of our cross-border transactions.”

D.A. Davidson Investment Banking is a leading full-service investment bank that offers comprehensive financial advisory and capital markets expertise. The group has extensive transaction experience serving middle-market clients worldwide across four industry verticals: Consumer, Diversified Industrials, Financial Institutions, and Technology. Together with its European strategic partner, MCF Corporate Finance, D.A. Davidson originates and executes transatlantic M&A transactions under the common brand of D.A. Davidson MCF International.

Posted: June 2, 2025

Source: D.A. Davidson Companies

General Recycled’s Patented Aramid Recycling Process Gains Industry Recognition At NAUMD Conference

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — June 1, 2025 — General Recycled (GR) is proud to announce that its patented aramid recycling process played a key role in Monterey Textiles’ new Eco-Fyre® fabric, which received the NAUMD Innovation Award for Sustainability at the Network Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD) annual conference.

“Monterey’s success with Eco-Fyre highlights the value of our patented recycling technology,” said Ted Parker, president of General Recycled. “Collaborating with Monterey and Filspec to bring this sustainable solution to market has been incredibly rewarding. This recognition underscores the industry’s demand for closed-loop solutions in flame-resistant textiles.”

Monterey’s Eco-Fyre is an innovative recycled aramid fabric designed for the oil and gas industry, made possible through GR’s proprietary recycling process. The technology transforms decommissioned aramid garments into high-quality recycled fiber, yarn, and certified flame-resistant fabric — creating a true closed-loop system that reduces waste and extends material lifecycles.

“We welcome Monterey’s Eco-Fyre fabric to our growing family of recycled aramid products,” said Dave Kasper, vice president of Sales & Product Development at General Recycled. “Randy Williams and his team at Monterey and Filspec have done exceptional work in bringing this sustainable option to market.”

Posted: June 2, 2025

Source: General Recycled (GR)

Expanding Options At J Pereira Fernandes (JPF) With Monforts Dual Heating

MÖNCHENGLADBACH, Germany — May 28, 2025 — Energy efficiency has become critical to the continued competitiveness of Portugal’s textile manufacturing industry and all avenues for resource savings are being explored by the country’s leading textile manufacturers.

At the forefront of such advances is J Pereira Fernandes (JPF), which has recently expanded its fabric finishing plant with a purpose-built biomass-fuelled boiler room, enabling it to carry out CO2 neutral production via steam heating.

UNESCO World Heritage Site

JPF is located in Guimarães in northern Portugal, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001, ensuring the company must operate to the most stringent environmental standards in terms of all emissions.

Vertically-integrated operations at the Guimarães site span spinning, yarn dyeing, weaving, fabric dyeing and finishing and cutting and sewing, with an annual finished fabric capacity of 5.5 million metres, primarily of 100-percent cotton goods for the home textiles market.

As a long-standing Monforts customer, a first Montex tenter with a working width of 3.2 meters was installed at the Guimarães site in 1987, followed by a second seven-chamber model with a working width of 3.4 meters in 2020. The company also operates a Monforts sanforizing line.

Steam or gas

Monforts has retrofitted a dual heating unit to the most recent Montex stenter at JPF, to fully benefit from the option of operating with either steam or gas.

With the new biomass boiler in place, Monforts has now retrofitted a dual heating unit to the most recent tenter to fully benefit from the option of operating with either steam or gas.

“We have been retrofitting dual heating units to operational Montex tenters for over a decade now and this is the third unit we have installed in Portugal recently,” said Monforts Area Sales Manager Thomas Päffgen. “It enables biomass-powered steam heating to be employed when processing at up to 160°C, with gas heating required for higher temperatures. In addition to the existing direct gas heating, the tenter frame chambers were each extended by a steam heat exchanger and vents for vapor pressure control.

Competitive advantages

“Energy costs have been seriously compromising our competitiveness with manufacturers in Asian countries and we have taken a wide range of measures to minimize consumption,” adds JPF managing director Sandra Fernandes. “We have made further adjustments to reduce energy on our yarn dyeing machines and other equipment, as well as switching to the most highly efficient motors and pumps across our machine ranges.

“In addition we have inverters everywhere and use economizers and heat exchangers wherever possible, as well as strongly controlling compressed air and steam leakage.”

All facilities at the Guimarães plant are now LED illuminated when natural light is not available and the company’s own solar energy generation provides around 50 percent of its electricity consumption during the daytime shift.

Know-how

Beyond all of this, however, the company’s long experience and accumulated know-how — JPF was founded initially as a weaver in 1933 and has been fully vertically integrated since 1970 — also contributes to competitive advantages.

“We dye at low temperatures and low liquor ratios and invest and focus on ‘right first time’ to avoid any returns which inevitably entail repeat production runs,” Fernandes said. “We also use suppliers in close proximity to our plant to avoid excessive transportation costs.

“It’s too early yet to calculate the savings we will make directly with the new Monforts dual heating unit and the boiler, because this depends very much on the price fluctuations between biomass and gas, but we are now in a position to choose the most beneficial option on a day-to-day basis. We will continue to invest in energy saving options and I would like to thank Monforts and its local representative Maquicontrolo for their invaluable assistance with this project.”

Posted: June 1, 2025

Source: A. Monforts Textilmaschinen GmbH & Co. KG

Polychrome & Convene Utilize Complex Weaves to Create Texture

NEW YORK CITY — May 28, 2025 — Designtex, a designer and manufacturer of applied materials for the built environment, introduces Polychrome and Convene. The multi-colored woven upholstery patterns are fun, bright, and ready to provide visual eye candy to any environment. Bold and geometric, Polychrome and Convene utilize complex weaves to add interest beyond their structured graphics.

Polychrome

The weaves used in Polychrome create dynamic textures that enhance its kaleidoscopic pattern while adding to the visual narrative. With seven colorways that suit a variety of moods, the upholstery textile is ideal for use in education environments and other public spaces

“Polychrome’s bounty of color and texture will bring joy and dynamism to any space – it can be a dash of vibrancy or blend in beautifully with other textures and materials. It’s a palette starter!” says Eve Singer, Principal Designer.

Convene

Convene’s subtle pinstripe and mixing of yarns creates a depth of color and dimension that will easily work across a variety of both indoor and outdoor public spaces. The six color palettes of the pattern range from subtle and neutral to vibrant and bold, providing ample options for every project.

Polychrome and Convene are high-performing patterns that are bleach cleanable, making them ideal for use in a variety of public spaces, such as education or the workplace. Their multi-colored nature makes both patterns easy to use, as they pair well with a variety of colors and fabrics, with the ability to act as a bridge that unites design schemes.

Polychrome is manufactured using 100 percent Postconsumer Recycled Polyester, while Convene comprises 73 percent Acrylic Solution Dyed Sunbrella® and 27 percent Polyester Solution Dyed, Sunbrella®. Both patterns carry certifications and programs in HPD, LEED, and SCS Indoor Advantage Gold while featuring Low VOCs, No Antimicrobials, No Flame Retardants, No PFAS, and No PVC.

Learn more about Polychrome and Convene at designtex.com.

Posted: June 1, 2025

Source: Designtex

BleuBully Bedding Launches With 100-Percent Tencel™ Modal & Jersey Knit Fabric

LA QUINTA, Calif. — May 28, 2025 — BleuBully, a bedding company who has revolutionized the way we sleep, has officially launched with unique, luxurious, and affordable 100-percent Tencel™ Modal 400-thread-count Sateen and 150gsm Jersey Knit sheets, pillowcases, shams, duvet covers and more.

Inspired by a discontinued bedding brand, BleuBully was founded by a passion and love for comfort. Created by Stephanie Griffith, president and founder of BleuBully, it all started when the exclusive supplier of her favorite 400-thread-count 100-percent modal sheets closed in 2020. Leveraging her experience in merchandising and working with overseas contacts, Griffith enhanced the beloved sheets and launched BleuBully’s first sateen sheet set in May 2024, quickly selling out with over 1,000 units in just a few short months with zero marketing support.

“When my favorite sheets were discontinued, everything I tried to find after was incomparable,” said Stephanie Griffith, President and Founder of BleuBully Bedding. “Bedding made from 100-percent Tencel Modal and 150gsm Jersey Knit is unique to the market, you won’t find sheets like these at your everyday department store.”

Due to the astounding popularity and highly demanded Sateen sheet sets, BleuBully is officially launching with its beloved buttery soft Tencel Modal Sateen sets, plus a soothing Jersey Knit collection. OKEO-TEX Standard 100 certified, BleuBully’s products are sustainably made with 100-percent Tencel Modal created from Beech tree fibers, which results in an ultra-premium, breathable and biodegradable fabric. Silky smooth and cooling to the touch, the Sateen sheet sets are best for warm sleepers, while BleuBully’s Jersey Knit collection is designed for those who prefer a cozier snooze.

In addition to being dedicated to offering top-quality bedding, BleuBully donates 3% of every sale to select animal shelters to lobby for universal breeding regulations. Once the fund collection reaches $10,000, this giveback program releases it to a personally vetted recipient that can be a shelter, legal team or local politician fighting for animal rights.

Posted: June 1, 2025

Source: BleuBully Bedding

Hexcel Presents Lightweight Aerospace Composite Innovations At 55th International Paris Air Show

STAMFORD, Conn. — May 29, 2025 — Hexcel Corp. will demonstrate its latest developments for the Aerospace markets at the Paris Air Show 2025, Le Bourget, Paris, June 16 – 22, 2025.

“As the aerospace industry gathers at the Paris Air Show, Hexcel will showcase its broad portfolio of innovative lightweight composite technology used across commercial and military aircraft,” said Tom Gentile, chairman, CEO and President, Hexcel. “Hexcel’s advanced material solutions enable stronger and lighter aircraft designs, delivering extended range, greater fuel efficiency, and lower emissions. Our commitment to developing high-performance material solutions is shaping the future of flight.”

Increased output and faster production rates

In response to the aerospace industry’s demand for increased output and faster production rates, several key Hexcel aerospace technologies are designed for automation and accelerated processing, offering alternatives to traditional autoclave methods.

HexPly® M51 is a new, rapid-curing prepreg developed for hot-in/hot-out press curing or stamping of primary structural composite parts. In addition to shorter curing cycles, HexPly M51 also reduces the requirement for multiple sets of tooling and labor compared with traditional prepreg systems. Fully compatible with automated tape laying (ATL), automated fiber placement (AFP) and pick-and-place processes, HexPly M51 can help OEMs meet future production targets without compromising on material performances.

Hexcel Liquid Compression Molding (LCM) products can deliver superior mechanical performance in structural aerospace components produced with infusion, RTM or C-R™ processes without the investment in autoclaves.  HF610F-2 and HF640F-2 are toughened LCM epoxy resins optimised for rapid curing that, in combination with HiTape® high-performance carbon reinforcement and HiMax® carbon non crimp fabrics, provide a cost-effective out of autoclave process route for primary aircraft structures. Specially developed for continuous mixing processes, these resins can be accurately monitored by in-line mixing equipment thanks to optimized viscosity at process temperatures.

Hexcel will also promote its TowPly™ towpreg range for filament winding applications. The combination of fast curing and high temperature resistance, make the TowPly™ products using the M901 resin with intermediate modulus IM 24K and 12K HexTow® carbon fibers a perfect solution for demanding filament winding applications in Defence and Space, Urban Air Mobility (UAM) and Civil aircraft markets.

Enhancing performance across Aerospace applications

Hexcel is also offering innovative technologies designed to meet the rigorous demands of the aerospace industry, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of delivering high-quality, high-performance, solutions for efficient manufacturing of complex components for a wide range of uses including urban air mobility.

HexTow® continuous carbon fiber remains the preferred solution for advanced aerospace applications. Using HexTow IM9 24K manufacturers have an alternative solution to maximize efficiency in primary and secondary aerospace structures. HexTow IM9 24K delivers a strong value proposition when compared to other commercially available IM fibers and compliments the additional standard, intermediate and high modulus fibers in the HexTow range.

Hexcel has recently expanded its core portfolio, adding the non-metallic Flex-Core® HRH-302 mid-temperature product to its honeycomb range. Developed to offer a thermal management solution to the aerospace industry, HRH-302 is highly conformable and well suited to the complex curvatures and increasing heat loads found in next-generation aircraft nacelles. Certification is currently underway with Hexcel expecting this material to be a key enabler in future urban air mobility (UAM) and engine programs.

Hexcel will present its HexBond® adhesives range in Paris. These materials cover the whole scope of adhesives formats (such as adhesive films, pastes, primers and surface films including M98 & others) that complete the global composite package Hexcel provides. Hexcel sees a strong integration of its adhesives in a number of new and legacy aerospace programs and consolidates its leadership position in the market by offering an adhesive range completely compatible with HexPly® prepregs, delivering proven, long-lasting reliability and outstanding mechanical performance.

Sustainability

Hexcel provides the broadest product portfolio of lightweight composite solutions for the aerospace industry and performance-oriented industrial markets. By lightweighting aircraft and other forms of transportation, fuel consumption is reduced leading to lower emissions. Hexcel composite solutions contribute to a 25% reduction in fuel consumption for the composite rich A350 and B787 aircraft as compared to prior generation aircraft. In alignment with the sustainability of our products, Hexcel is focused on operating as a responsible and low-risk business partner by minimizing our environmental impact and acting ethically.

Hexcel works continuously to develop multiple solutions to recycle and upcycle superfluous production materials as well as those created by its customers. For example, Hexcel works closely with Fairmat, with both companies demonstrating the benefits of the closed loop ecosystem for carbon fiber prepreg recycling. Fairmat uses state of the art technology to create FairPly 100% recycled customized CFRP sheets using Hexcel prepreg. This solution offers high strength and stiffness benefits, filling the gap in the advanced materials recycling industry and ensuring carbon fiber remains in use for valuable applications. This partnership has led to more than 280 tons of prepreg material being diverted from incineration and landfill to fulfilling commercial product needs in 2024.

Aerospace components and demonstrators on display will include:

  • An demonstrator component manufactured with the latest generation of lightweight UD PEKK/carbon thermoplastics. The HELUES project featured partners Arkema, Christian Karl Siebenwurst GmbH & Co. KG, New Materials Bayreuth GmbH, Airbus Helicopters Deutschland and Hexcel and has developed a novel process to create a door component using a unidirectional single layer of PEKK/carbon and a one-step over molding of PEKK/carbon ribs in less than 2 minutes.
  • HexPly M51 parts including one developed by GKN and one by Duqueine Group
  • A HexPly M91/IM8 wing component manufactured by FACC for the Archer eVTOL aircraft
  • A HexFlow®HF640 gutter component manufactured in RTM
  • A non-metallic Flex-Core® HRH-302 mid-temperature demonstrator developed to offer a thermal management solution to the aerospace industry
  • HexTow IM9 24K carbon fiber as an alternative solution to maximize efficiency in primary and secondary aerospace structures
  • TowPly™ towpreg range for filament winding applications. The combination of fast cure and high temperature resistance resin M901 with intermediate modulus IM 24K and 12K carbon fibers make TowPly™ a perfect solution for filament winding demanding applications in Defense and Space, urban air mobility (UAM), civil aircraft markets.

“With a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance solutions on display, Hexcel continues to shape the future of aerospace manufacturing delivering the materials, technologies, and expertise that enable the industry to fly faster and more efficiently,” concludes Thierry Merlot, Hexcel President Aerospace Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa & Industrial.

Posted: June 1, 2025

Source: Hexcel Corporation

Prime Line Announces 100,000 Sq. Ft. Expansion in Gaffney, SC To Enhance Operations, Drive Job Growth

GAFFNEY, S.C. — May 29, 2025 — Prime Line, a division of S&S Activewear and supplier of promotional products, proudly announces the expansion of its Gaffney, S.C., facility with the addition of 100,000 square feet of new warehouse space. This strategic investment is part of a broader initiative to enhance operational capabilities, increase efficiency, and support continued business growth.

The expanded facility will allow Prime Line to significantly scale its operations, create new jobs in the region, and continue to deliver best-in-class service to its distributor partners. This expansion also supports the implementation of a state-of-the-art Warehouse Management System (WMS) across the entire Prime Line network. The WMS will streamline warehouse and production processes, resulting in faster order fulfillment, reduced error rates, and improved overall reliability.

Eric Levin

“Our Gaffney location plays a critical role in our national distribution strategy,” said Eric Levin, general manager of Prime Line. “This 100,000 sq. ft. expansion, combined with new technology and increased headcount, is a major step forward in our commitment to service excellence and scalable growth.”

Currently operating two shifts from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. ET, the Gaffney facility also offers convenient customer pick-up service between 10:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET. With the expansion, Prime Line anticipates not only increased operational capacity but also a notable boost to the local economy through job creation.

Prime Line is proud to be recognized as a 5-Star Supplier on ASI’s ESP platform and an A-rated Supplier on SAGE, reflecting the company’s consistent delivery of high-quality products, reliable service, and customer satisfaction.

This expansion further strengthens Prime Line’s footprint in Spartanburg County, one of South Carolina’s fastest-growing logistics and manufacturing hubs, and highlights the company’s long-term investment in the region’s workforce and infrastructure.

Posted: June 1, 2025

Source: S&S Activewear / Prime Line

Coats Strengthens Digital Infrastructure With DMIx Partnership

LONDON — May 30, 2025 — Coats Group plc is proud to announce a strategic partnership with DMIx, the digital platform by ColorDigital GmbH. This collaboration is another pivotal step in Coats’ digital transformation journey, supporting the development of a centralized platform for improved cross-functional collaboration, from color development to streamlined communication across the value chain.

By incorporating DMIx’s spectral-based digital color workflows, scalable 3D asset libraries, and digital twin capabilities, Coats aims to further improve development speed and support its sustainability objectives. This strategic partnership will reduce physical sampling, accelerate decision-making, and enable measurable environmental gains.

“Partnering with DMIx is an important step in our journey to modernize and digitize how we work across the value chain,” said Adrian Elliott, Divisional CEO, Apparel and chief commercial officer. “This collaboration supports our ambition to deliver greater speed, accuracy, and sustainability in product development – while enabling stronger connections between our teams, partners, and customers.”

“We’re excited to welcome Coats to the DMIx platform. Together, we’re setting a new benchmark for digital collaboration in the textile industry, one that’s built on precision, transparency, and sustainability,” said Gerd Willschütz, COO and co-founder of DMIx.

Posted: June 1, 2025

Source: Coats Group plc

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