Duchange Buys Henri Robert
BRUSSELS, BE—Late in 2011, M. Olivier Duchange purchased the intellectual assets of Henri Robert Textiles, a Belgian converter that went bankrupt.With this acquisition, Henri Robert was merged with Brunswick, a bedding and towel importer owned… Read more.February 19, 2012
Prestigious Takes Firm Action Against Copyright Infringement
In its latest victory against copyright infringement, Prestigious Textiles has been awarded substantial damages and costs in a case brought against Pangrim Co Ltd of Korea.Pangrim Co was found to have copied and printed 34 designs from the Prestigious… Read more.February 16, 2012
Letter From Canada: Ray Lenauskas, Veteran Fabric Supplier, Sounds Off: “What’s Wrong with Our Global Industry”
“Our industry continues to struggle on many fronts. Downsizing and shortened workweeks have become the accepted norm. The number of inquiries made by wholesale customers to verify availability and current pricing has added another layer to… Read more.February 8, 2012
Bru Textiles Enters Outdoor Fabric Arena
KONTICH, BE—Bru Textiles, a Belgium based converter and distributor has launched an outdoor fabrics collection for the first time called ‘UV –PRO’ woven in 100 percent solution dyed acrylic yarn.Bru executives were not available for… Read more.January 27, 2012
Berndt, Unnamed Partner Buy KOS
KREFELD, Germany -- KOS, a major contract specialist in Europe since it was founded 11 years ago, was sold in September, 2011 and is now under the management of Thomas Berndt, previously head of contract textiles at JAB in Bielefeld, Germany.The… Read more.January 22, 2012
Hillbrown is New P/Kaufmann Brand from Clarence House
NEW YORK—P/Kaufmann Inc. will introduce a new brand in late 2012 called Hillbrown, through PK’s Clarence House division according to Bob Appelbaum, president of Clarence House.The name Hillbrown itself was taken from the name… Read more.December 21, 2011
Maison Décor, KA International Stores Merge
ALICANTE, SP-- Maison Décor and KA International merged retail outlets November 15 to form what is believed to be the largest retail decorating chain in Europe according to Juan and Jose Angel Climent, Alhambra Group owners and principals of… Read more.December 16, 2011
DFA Launches Advertising Effort, Expands Membership
NEW YORK—The Decorative Fabrics Association is building momentum for its new advertising program to bring together interior designers with their clients in the hopes of stimulating the high end fabric business.The DFA’s new website is now… Read more.December 15, 2011
