Textile World

ZURICH, Switzerland — July 14, 2026 — Gherzi Textil Organisation AG today announced the expansion of its North American office and the renaming of Gherzi-USA as Gherzi Americas. Robert Antoshak The new name reflects a broader mandate covering the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the regional textile and apparel supply chain. Gherzi Americas will be led by Robert Antoshak as Managing Partner, with Radhika Shrinivas and David Uricoli joining as Partners.

BALLY, Pa. — July 14, 2026 — Bally Ribbon Mills (BRM), an industry leader in the design, development, and manufacture of highly specialized engineered woven fabrics, announces the availability of advanced webbing solutions utilizing Kevlar® EXO™, a next-generation aramid fiber platform engineered for demanding performance and protection needs.

KENNEWICK, Washington — July 9, 2026 — Carbitex, an innovator of flexible carbon fiber materials used in performance footwear, announces the appointment of Dheepak Arumukhom Revi, Ph.D., to the newly created role of Principal Scientist. Dheepak Arumukhom Revi, Ph.D. Arumukhom Revi’s career has focused on translating cutting-edge movement science into practical technologies that improve mobility, comfort, and performance in both healthy individuals and people with neurological impairments.

LEAWOOD, Kan.— July 14, 2026 — In a big win for lower impact products, eVent Fabrics, a global supplier of waterproof and breathable fabric technologies, is partnering with PELLIOT, one of China’s fastest-growing outdoor brands, to bring their flagship PFAS-free alpineST and windstormST laminates to the rapidly expanding China outdoor market. PFAS in functional textiles has become a significant industry concern, making the transition to PFAS-free materials a clear market imperative.

CARY, N.C. — July 14, 2026 — INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, in collaboration with Nonwovens Industry Magazine, is now accepting nominations for the 2027 IDEA® Achievement Awards. The IDEA Achievement Awards recognize outstanding innovations, technical advancements, and leadership across the nonwovens and engineered materials industry.

NEWARK, Del. — July 14, 2026 — Today, Covation Biomaterials LLC (“CovationBio®”) introduces Sorona® elasterell-p fiber. Made with partially plant-based Sorona® polymer, it is the first U.S. produced bicomponent stretch fiber offered by CovationBio. Sorona® elasterell-p fiber is now commercially available through regional distribution partner Mercados Internacionales (MI), across the U.S. and Latin America with local stock and regional customer service to meet growing demand.

NEW ZEALAND — July 8, 2026 — High-performance yarn and fabric innovator Nuyarn® Technologies announced its partnership with Flagstaff, Arizona-based Unknown Runner, creator of purpose-built merino performance apparel for trail runners. Unknown Runner introduces the debut Courser Collection: an ultra-lightweight performance merino wool system designed for hot, variable conditions and powered by Nuyarn technology.

NEW YORK, NY — July 9, 2026 — Duggal Visual Solutions and textile printing innovator EFI are proud to announce the first North American installation of the EFI Reggiani NEXT Plus 8-color configuration at Duggal’s New York production facilities. This signals a significant leap forward in print technology, combining industrial-scale power with a sophisticated, eco-conscious architecture.

TOKYO — July 13, 2026 — YKK Corporation (YKK), has developed a concept version of its premium EXCELLA® zipper series made from nonwoven fabric sheets created by fiberizing used clothing and other textile materials. Based on a proposal by fashion designer Yuima Nakazato, this item was created as a result of collaboration between Nakazato, Seiko Epson Corporation (Epson), and YKK.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — July 12, 2026 — The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), spanning the entire spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber to finished sewn products, issued a statement today mourning the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and expressing sincere condolences to his family, staff, and the people of South Carolina.