Our combined Voice of the U.S. Sewn Products Industry consists of more than 200 of America’s foremost fashion brands, retailers, manufacturers and textile providers. Supercharging the American Supply Chain, SEAMS is the the most relevant force and go-to resource shaping the growth and resurgence of MADE IN AMERICA.
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What’s keeping SEAMS leaders up at night in 2026?
By Devin Steele If one word defines 2026 so far, it is pressure. Pressure to modernize. To enforce trade rules. To grow responsibly. To compete — for real — in a volatile global market. In conversations with SEAMS member leaders this month, a clear pattern emerged:...
SEAMS Announces 2026 Board of Directors
WAKE FOREST, NC – January 30, 2026– SEAMS, the National Association and Voice for the U.S. Sewn Products Industry for over 50 years, announced the new membership selection for the Board of Directors 2026 calendar year today. Fast-paced market shifts and increased...
December 2025 Member Spotlight – AEC Narrow Fabrics
SEAMS Member Spotlight: AEC Narrow Fabrics In this edition of SEAMS Member Spotlight, AEC Narrow Fabrics is featured. President and CEO Jeff Crisco answers our questions. Company headquarters: Asheboro, N.C. Year founded: 1986 Primary specialties: “We are producers...
Dec 2025 – SEAMS crisscrosses country for strong trade show, conference presence in 2025
By Devin Steele From New York to Las Vegas, Atlanta to Savannah, Chicago to Indianapolis, the SEAMS Association and its members maintained a steady, high-visibility presence across the textile, apparel and sewn products industry in 2025 – reinforcing the association’s...
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Manufacturing PMI at 52.4% — February 2026 ISM manufacturing PMI report
Economic activity in the U.S. manufacturing sector expanded in February, according to the latest Manufacturing ISM Report on Business. Textile Mills were among 12 industries reporting growth in February. ...
NCC to press for Buying American Cotton Act in 2026
The National Cotton Council plans to push for passage of the Buying American Cotton Act in 2026 as part of its policy priorities. The proposed legislation would establish a program to encourage the use of U.S.-grown cotton in textile and apparel products, supporting...
Nitish Varshney joins Tukatech as director of digital manufacturing initiatives
Tukatech has announced that Nitish Varshney has joined the company as director of digital manufacturing initiatives. In this role, Varshney will focus on advancing digital transformation within apparel manufacturing, helping brands and factories adopt technologies...
AATCC coloration conference highlights digital integration, sustainable chemistry, testing
The AATCC Conference on Coloration brought together researchers, brands and manufacturers to discuss advances in textile coloration technology, sustainability and testing methods. Presentations focused on digital integration across the textile supply chain, new dyeing...
How military changes could boost NC textiles
North Carolina’s textile sector could benefit from shifting U.S. military procurement priorities and supply chain strategies. Industry leaders say new defense initiatives focused on strengthening domestic manufacturing capacity may drive additional demand for...
War in Iran: How will it affect the international textile trade?
Escalating tensions involving Iran are raising concerns across global supply chains, including the textile and apparel sector. Industry observers say disruptions in shipping routes, energy markets and regional stability could ripple through the international textile...
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