A. Arora to Purchase Dicitex Home Fabrics Division
Bombay, India — Ajay Arora informed F&FI at presstime that he expects to purchase the home furnishings division of the Dicitex Group Bombay, a producer of synthetic textiles. "In all probability, I will acquire the home furnishings… Read more.December 31, 1999
Belgians Coast Into Decosit on a Strong Second Half
Brussels, Belgium — Belgian exhibitors at Decosit said that the interest shown in their products at the fair was evidence of a lively second half of the year following a weak first half. Despite fewer visitors from the Far East, exhibitors… Read more.December 31, 1999
Earth-Friendly Bridge of Weir Tannery Takes Aim at Contract
Glasgow, Scotland, (UK) — In the summer, Bridge of Weir Leather Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Scottish Tanning Industries Ltd, became one of the first tanneries in the world to be awarded Bsi standard BS EN ISO 14001 for Environmental… Read more.December 31, 1999
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 diversity, focusing on traditional themes but… Read more.December 31, 1999
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 Carole products has driven the company… Read more.December 31, 1999
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. Airlines immediately expressed interest in the brand,… Read more.December 31, 1999
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 held here in October. Firms are hesitant to do business… Read more.December 31, 1999