July 26, 2026
Corporates

Itema America Acquires Palmetto Loom Reed

Strategic move strengthens local production and service support for North American weaving industry Itema America, the U.S. subsidiary of Italy-based Itema Group, has acquired Palmetto Loom Reed through an Asset Purchase Agreement. The Greenville, South Carolina-based company is one of the last remaining domestic manufacturers of weaving reeds in the United States. Founded
Technical Textile & Nonwoven

Barmag Showcases High-Performance Yarn Technologies At Techtextil 2026

Focus on advanced industrial filament yarn solutions for automotive safety and infrastructure At this year’s Techtextil in Frankfurt (April 21–24), Barmag will present a comprehensive portfolio of solutions for industrial filament yarn production at the VDMA joint stand (Hall 12, C56). The company’s showcase will center on applications designed to enhance safety,