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News Updates about SPESA, its Members, and Trade & Government


Sewing Automation: Where Are We Now and Where Are We Going?
By WhatTheyThink | Interview with Frank Henderson about reshoring, innovative workflows, and the future of sewing, robotics, and...
Sep 9, 2020


UN Announces AMANN Group as One of Top 50 Sustainability and Climate Leaders
By Apparel Resources | There’s hardly any product where sewing thread is not used and one can find it in almost every industry across...
Sep 6, 2020


Proven Adaptability | An Interview with Eastman Machine Company
By Composites in Manufacturing | Insights from Eastman Machine Company and how the company is dealing with the impact of Covid-19...
Sep 6, 2020


Workforce News From Around the World
A compilation of recent workforce related news from around the world that could impact the sewn products industry.
Sep 1, 2020


From the Frontline: An Interview with Tea Yang
An interview with Tea Yang of The Industrial Commons and Work in Burke on the challenges and opportunities related to workforce development.
Sep 1, 2020


A Conversation with ISAIC CEO & Chairman, Jen Guarino
An interview with ISAIC's Jen Guarino on the changing workforce in the sewn products industry and training the next generation.
Sep 1, 2020


FNX & Alvanon Join Hands for 3D Speed in Apparel Sector
A press release from FNX announcing a strategic collaboration with SPESA member Alvanon to drive change in cloud-based 3D image rendering.
Aug 30, 2020


Sustainable Technology and Consumer Lifestyles Guide Denim Trim Makers
Sourcing Journal article on sustainability that features SPESA member YKK & its development of sustainable products for the denim industry.
Aug 27, 2020


Kerala Startup Mission's Fablab Invests in Zund Digital Cutting System
A PrintWeek India article about the installation of a Zund G3 L 2500 cutting system at a Kerala Startup Mission fabrication laboratory.
Aug 27, 2020


Exentaâ„¢ Launches Powerful New Shop Floor Controlâ„¢ Interface
SPESA member Exenta announces the release of a new user interface (UI) for its Shop Floor Control (SFC) solution.
Aug 26, 2020


Trade & Government Round-up for August
A collection of stories related to trade and government that may impact the sewn products industry around the world.
Aug 19, 2020


AATCC Announces 2021 Fashion Evolution Design Competition
AATCC announces '21 Concept 2 Consumer Student Design Competition. The theme Fashion Evolution celebrates AATCC's 100 years of innovation.
Aug 17, 2020


Brother Int. Corp. Announces New Sewing & Embroidery, Crafting Machines Feat. Industry-First Tech
Brother International Corporation announces 2021 lineup of new and innovative product offerings for crafting at home.
Aug 4, 2020


A Tribute to SPESA's Bernie Caplan
SPESA members share memories of founding member and former Chairman Bernard (Bernie) Caplan who recently passed in July 2020.
Aug 4, 2020


European Union-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement
An overview of the recently enacted European Union (EU)-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA).
Aug 4, 2020


Gerber Technology’s Leonard Marano Talks Innovation Behind the Business
An interview with Gerber Technology's Leonard Marano on its Innovation Center and what the company is working on now.
Aug 4, 2020


How a Classic Brand Is Tackling the Marine Plastic Problem
An article from Sustainable Brands on YKK's partnership with Oceanworks to identify new, recycled PET sources for its products.
Aug 3, 2020


High Demand for Medical Gowns Could Boost the Made in the Americas Movement
A Philadelphia Inquirer article with SPESA Board Vice Chairman Ed Gribbin on how the pandemic is reshaping manufacturing in the Americas.
Aug 1, 2020


Research Offers View Into Window Installations Using Robots
A story on YKK's recent partnership with Carnegie Mellon that highlights the company's business ventures outside of zipper production.
Jul 26, 2020


Industry Coalition Releases Statement on PPE Policy
An industry coalition statement outlining policy principles & objectives needed for reshoring & safeguarding domestic PPE manufacturing.
Jul 19, 2020
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