British Exhibitors at Decosit Present Diverse Lines
Brussels— Innovation in color, design and texture were the hallmarks of the U.K. exhibitors at Decosit ’99. The emphasis was on simple yet dramatic designs as British firms displayed their…
Carole Finds Niche with International Sourcing and ‘Total Sales Concept’
Augusta, GA (USA) — Top American jobber Carole Fabrics found its niche in providing custom window products from imported fabrics, and according to company President Bill Geiger, growing demand for…
Two Decades in the Making, Charismatic Debuts Ozark Brand
Hartfordshire, England (UK) — Twenty years in the making, the Charismatic Brands Ltd.’s Ozark brand made its world debut in October, and early indications are that it will be successful.…
Chinese Market Presents Familiar Risks, Fresh Opportunities
Shanghai, China – The copying of competitors’ designs is a way of life in the People’s Republic of China, and this disturbed many fabric suppliers who attended the Intertextile fair…
Crestmont Steps Up Export Effort While Prices of American Goods Lag:
Hauppauge, NY (USA) — Crestmont Fabrics, manufacturer of several lines of multi-purpose fabrics, is concentrating on expanding its export activities. “We’re going after Asia, the Middle East, South America, Australia,…
Demand for Indian Hand Weavers Find New Markets
Bangalore, India — Despite the limitations of hand production, Indian handloom weavers are meeting the challenges of the global marketplace and beating the odds. According to the Handloom Exports Promotion…
During Fabric Lag, Decorex Opts for Accessories
Syon Park, England (UK) — The twenty-second annual Decorex, held in West London’s Syon Park from 8-12 September, featured 208 exhibitors and drew over 14,000 visitors from countries around the…
Etun Builds New Mill
Tel-Aviv, Israel — Etun Ltd. is in the midst of an expansion process that includes building a modern weaving mill outside Tel-Aviv. Managing Director Immanuel Horn hopes the new plant…
Focus Doubles Its Size in ’99
London — In only its second year, Focus, held in London from 23-26 September, doubled in size, and established itself as the U.K.’s leading exhibition for the top end of…
Forum Dialogue Highlights Turbulence in Specifier-Contract Jobber ‘Marriage’
Brussels, Belgium — The World Fabric Forum panel discussion at Decosit ’99 provoked excitement and emotional discussion from both the panel members and the audience. Specifically, it brought to the…