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TRSA and NAFA share fleet-related Information and expertise
USA
TRSA, the association for the linen, uniform, and facility services industry, and the NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) in the United States are partnering to facilitate access to fleet-related subject matter expertise (SME) and information for TRSA members.
Pincroft takes a step forward in sustainable textile finishing
UK/INTERNATIONAL
British textile dyer, printer and finisher, Pincroft, has adopted a new environmentally friendly technology for the finishing of fabrics for a wide number of sectors and applications.
This new machinery was developed by Baldwin Technology Co. Inc., a company created in 1918 and headquartered in the US with a global footprint.
PCIAW summit and awards 2023: save the date
UK/INTERNATIONAL
Professional Clothing Industry Association Worldwide (PCIAW) is preparing to host the PCIAW Summit & Awards in Portugal for the first time on 7-9 November 2023, located at the iconic and award-winning venue – Alfandega Congress Centre, Porto – on the bank of the Duoro River.
Investment leads to increased efficiencies at Barker
UK
At Dorset based Barker, which claims to be the largest domestic laundry in the UK and a leading specialist drycleaner, there is optimism in the air, says the company. During the latter part of 2022 the business invested nearly £1 million in new plant and machinery, with works having recently reached completion.
TSA calls on Government to follow up multiple invitations to engage face to face
UK
David Stevens CEO of the Textile Services Association (TSA) has responded to news that laundries will not be included on the list of sectors eligible for the Energy and Trade Intensive Industries (ETII) scheme announced on Monday 9 January. He said “Following [the] announcement, we are disappointed not to have been included on the list of sectors eligible for the ETII scheme. However, this was as expected especially as all service sectors have been totally excluded. We are currently in dialogue with Kevin Hollinrake, Minister for Enterprise, Markets and Small Business at BEIS and we will continue our lobbying efforts.
Chemicals solutions supplier strengthens customer value for Rental Uniform Service
USA
Now in its 74th year of operation, Rental Uniform Service has reached this point by making shrewd decisions. Recently it has brought UNX-Christeyns back as its washroom chemistry partner, a decision that has produced significant benefits in a short window of time, according to the company.
Linen manufacturer set to tackle skills shortage by teaching people how to sew
UK
Richard Haworth is inviting those seeking to upskill themselves to free event backed by its local MP in a bid to combat a sewing skills shortage. The company is hosting an event at its Kearsley Mill headquarters to teach people how to sew. As a leading supplier of linens to the UK’s hotel, hospitality and restaurant industry, Richard Haworth has been manufacturing at its Greater Manchester headquarters since 1986, boasting Wimbledon, The Midland, Manchester, Gordon Ramsay Restaurants and The Fashion Awards among its clients.
November date announced for Texcare France
FRANCE
Texcare France will be held from Saturday 25 to Monday 27 November in a new national format at the Porte de Versailles exhibition centre in Paris. After four regional forums in Nantes, Marseille, Bordeaux and Lyon in 2021 and 2022, the next gathering of the textile care industry is set for November 2023 in Paris as a national trade show.
Ravi Ruia named business development manager at Richard Haworth
UK
Ravi Ruia becomes the latest of the next generation to join the family-run business. Following continued success in 2022, Richard Haworth has appointed Ravi Ruia as its new business development manager, based in London.
British dyer and printer Pincroft makes appointment for business growth
UK
Pincroft, the commission textile dyer, printer and finisher based in the UK, has announced the strategic appointment of Louise Sheridan as the company’s new business development manager, as part of the business’ growth plan for the coming years.