Croscill Builds Off-Shore Sources
Frankfurt — Croscill, a leading American readymade manufacturer has increased its import program to the point where it makes 75 percent of its curtains from imported fabric. This week, Croscill executives including president David Kahn… Read more.January 5, 2001
Wamsutta Meets Demand for Woven Jacquard Top-of-Bed
The trend for top-of-bed products is toward texture, according to Judy Zackin, Springmaid design director, department specialty bedding design. "That means not just visual, but it has to be tactile," said Zackin. Springmaid merchandise manager… Read more.January 5, 2001
The American Retailer Can be a Bully
The American retailer can be a bully, according to one industry executive who asked to remain anonymous... The field is getting narrower and narrower. There is a handful of biggies, companies with hundreds or thousands of stores and they're… Read more.January 5, 2001
Lameirinho Relies on Flexibility in Selling Target Markets
Portugal's Biggest Bedlinen Manufacturer Strengthens Itself With InvestmentsPevidém, Guimarães (Portugal) — Lameirinho, Portugal's biggest bedlinen manufacturer and third largest textile mill, produces a wide range of home textiles,… Read more.January 5, 2001
Lasa Diversifies Offerings With Recent Mill Acquisition
Nespereira, Guimarães (Portugal) — Terry producer Lasa has acquired a nearby large textile mill, renamed Luzmonte 2, to complement the group's range of bathroom and bedroom products. The purchase enables Lasa to move into bed and… Read more.January 5, 2001
Zenith Hopes Continual Investment Will Make it a Global Player
Calcutta, India — Zenith Textiles, a division of Zenith Exports Limited, which manufactures silk decorative fabrics, is hoping to break into contract and residential markets on the merits of its made-ups and specifically its cushion covers.… Read more.January 5, 2001
Fabric Treatments Bring Sweet Smells into the Bedroom
Rochdale, Lancashire (UK) —Textile printing firm Alexander Drew has developed a new range of fabric treatments claimed to help keep bathrooms and kitchens free of germs and bring the scent of romance to the bedroom. The Rochdale-based… Read more.January 5, 2001
Portuguese Textiles To Showcase Potential As Partnerland
The international image of Portuguese textiles is improving and the country has become increasingly important in global markets. With a population of just 10 million, Portugal has in recent years looked to rest of Europe and the U.S.A., as… Read more.January 5, 2001
