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  • Icon depicting a water droplet with the letters "PFAS" prominently displayed, set against a dark background.

    Federal judge blocks New Mexico PFAS labeling rule

    September 22, 2026Industry News, News

    A federal judge has ruled that New Mexico's PFAS labeling rule, which was announced earlier this year, infringes on commercially protected speech. As [...]

  • A collection of versatile outdoor fabrics in various colors, including greys, greens, oranges and beiges, layered in an overlapping arrangement.

    Versatile outdoor fabrics

    September 22, 2026News, Products

    ENGARDE is available in Aura, Velar, Solace, Sabre and Touche product lines. Photo: LTM Textile Resources ENGARDE outdoor fabrics provide heavy-duty abrasion resistance, [...]

  • Colorful abstract logo featuring red, blue, and green shapes on a dark background, representing the Advanced Textiles Association.

    Discounted hotel, airline rates available for Advanced Textiles Expo 2026

    September 18, 2026ATA News, Expo News, News

    Through Oct. 5, get discounted hotel rooms for Advanced Textiles Expo®, Nov. 3–5 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., and [...]

  • A smiling man in a suit stands in a textile workshop, holding a piece of fabric, surrounded by sewing machines and colorful rolls of material.

    In memoriam: Andre West, Wilson College of Textiles

    September 18, 2026Industry News, News

    Image: North Carolina State University Andre West, Ph.D., professor at North Carolina State University's Wilson College of Textiles and former director of Zeis [...]

  • NMMA, ICOMIA and EBI launch global industry survey

    September 17, 2026Industry News, News

    The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), alongside the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) and the European Boating Industry (EBI), launched a [...]

  • Textured black marine fabric showcasing a woven pattern with raised dots.

    A tough grip

    September 15, 2026News, Products

    Polyester 300D Slip-Not is abrasion-resistant and durable, and the textured surface is designed to improve stability without compromising flexibility or ease of maintenance. [...]

  • Boat interior featuring white leather seating with orange accents, a chrome steering wheel and polished dashboard gauges.

    2027 MFA Fabrication Excellence Award submissions due Sept. 30

    Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) and the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) announce that submissions for the 2027 MFA Fabrication Excellence Awards are due Sept. [...]

  • Logo featuring "ATA" in bold black letters, accompanied by colorful circular accents in red, green, and blue, with "ADVANCED TEXTILES ASSOCIATION" below.

    ATA announces volunteer award winners, call for board candidates results

    September 9, 2026ATA News, News

    Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) announced the 2026 recipients of the Outstanding Volunteer Award and the results of the call for board candidates at [...]

  • A fan of colorful fabric swatches in vibrant hues, including red, pink, orange, yellow, blue, black and beige, arranged in a gradient.

    High-performance sailing

    September 8, 2026News, Products

    SPX Balanced Sailcloth is built with high-tenacity polyester yarns and tightly woven for integrated UV protection. Photo: Bainbridge International SPX Balanced Sailcloth is [...]