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FEDTEX 2026 to spotlight defense demand, contracting pathways and next-gen textile innovation
RALEIGH, N.C. — At a moment when U.S. textile manufacturers are navigating reshoring momentum, policy pressure and shifting defense demand, the FEDTEX Summit is positioning itself as a front-row seat to where opportunity meets urgency. Set for May 19–20, the event...
U.S. manufacturing activity hits four-year high, signaling renewed momentum U.S. manufacturing activity has reached a four-year high, pointing to renewed strength across the sector. The rebound reflects increased production, stronger demand and continued reshoring trends impacting industries including textiles. https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/us-manufacturing-activity-hits-4-year-high-white-house-309909-newsdetails.htm?amp=true
U.S. manufacturing activity has reached a four-year high, pointing to renewed strength across the sector. The rebound reflects increased production, stronger demand and continued reshoring trends impacting industries including textiles. ...
AI in fashion and textiles moves from promise to practical implementation
Artificial intelligence is moving beyond experimentation and into real-world textile and apparel applications. From design and product development to manufacturing and supply chain optimization, companies are beginning to scale AI-driven solutions. ...
TCU, AFFOA launch workforce program for advanced textiles manufacturing
Texas Christian University has partnered with Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) to launch a new initiative focused on workforce development and research in textiles and soft goods engineering. The program aims to build talent pipelines while advancing...
What consumer sustainability shifts could mean for fiber selection and assortment strategy
Consumer expectations around sustainability continue to evolve, reshaping how brands approach fiber selection and product assortment. New insights point to growing demand for transparency, durability and responsible sourcing — factors increasingly influencing...
NCTO 22nd annual meeting draws record turnout as textile industry pushes policy case
WASHINGTON — The National Council of Textile Organizations’ 22nd Annual Meeting drew a record crowd of industry leaders to Washington as the sector sharpened its focus on policy priorities. Discussions centered on closing the de minimis loophole, strengthening the...
Jeff Bezos invests $34 million in the textiles of the future
Investment in next-generation textiles continues to accelerate, with Jeff Bezos backing a $34 million funding round focused on advanced materials innovation. The move signals growing interest in high-performance, sustainable and tech-enabled textile solutions. ...
Webcast: Reshoring America – Harry Moser on the $1.3 trillion mission to balance the U.S. trade deficit
Harry Moser of the Reshoring Initiative shares compelling data on how jobs announced coming back to the US have grown from 11,000 in 2010 to 244,000 in 2024, proving that reshoring is gaining traction. He delves into the underlying problems of currency overvaluation...
UNIFI showcases circular innovation at 2026 REPREVE Champions of Sustainability Celebration
UNIFI used its annual REPREVE sustainability event to spotlight circular textile solutions, including Textile Takeback™ and innovations in recycled performance yarns. The celebration underscored how sustainability is increasingly tied to product performance, supply...
Bobbin Around podcast explores what’s next in sourcing and manufacturing
A newly shared interview featuring interviewers SEAMS’ Board Member Xochil Herrera of The Chicago Pattern Maker* and SPESA President Michael McDonald examines changing dynamics in sourcing, production and trade. The discussion with Columbus Fashion Alliance's Yohannan...