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Houston Tents & Events partners with Houston Texans
July 30th, 2025
From left: Bun B, Darren Randle and Brian Cushing. Photo courtesy of HTE. Houston Tents & Events (HTE), the city’s family-owned provider of tent and event rental services, has announced a new partnership with the Houston Texans. As part of the agreement, HTE will serve as a proud partner for event rental services. This milestone […]
European Union and U.S. announce trade agreement, modifying tariffs on most goods
July 29th, 2025
The European Union (EU) and the U.S. announced a trade agreement July 27 that sets a 15% tariff on most EU goods, effective Aug. 1. The 15% tariff applies to all EU exports currently subject to reciprocal tariffs, including automobiles and automobile parts, pharmaceuticals and semiconductors. It does not apply to the U.S. tariff on […]
OSHA updates penalty guidelines to minimize burden on small businesses
July 24th, 2025
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released updated guidance on penalty and debt collection procedures that the organization said will make it easier for employers — especially small businesses — to fix hazards quickly and stay in compliance. “All employers should be offered the opportunity to comply with regulations that help maintain a […]
Lavish Event Rentals expands to Orlando
July 24th, 2025
Lavish Event Rentals, Miami, has expanded to Orlando, bringing its collection of luxury rental items to central Florida. The company’s offerings include tableware from brands such as Hermès, Versace, Baccarat and Christofle, and a range of custom-built pieces and designs by architectural creatives like Philippe Starck, Frank Gehry and Florence Knoll. Lavish was born out of 2R […]
Special events coming to Indianapolis at Advanced Textiles Expo 2025
July 22nd, 2025
Advanced Textiles Expo® 2025 is just around the corner and it’s shaping up to be an event you won’t want to miss. This year, it’s not just about checking out the latest products and technologies. We have a lineup of special events designed to help you learn, connect, compete and have fun with others in […]
Special events coming to Indianapolis at Advanced Textiles Expo 2025
July 22nd, 2025
Advanced Textiles Expo® 2025 is just around the corner and it’s shaping up to be an event you won’t want to miss. This year, it’s not just about checking out the latest products and technologies. We have a lineup of special events designed to help you learn, connect, compete and have fun with others in […]
U.S. and EU delay tariffs until Aug. 1
July 18th, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that tariffs outlined in Executive Order 14266 are on pause until Aug. 1, 2025, which were initially set to take effect July 9. This pause does not apply to those outlined in Executive Order 14298, Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates To Reflect Discussions With the People’s Republic of China. President Trump […]
Aztec Tents unveils new size in Tidewater Sailcloth Line
July 14th, 2025
Aztec Tents, a global manufacturer of tents, canopies, and other industrial fabric solutions proudly announces the newest addition to its best-selling Tidewater Series: the 66-foot-wide (20m) Tidewater Twin Pole Sailcloth Tent. This latest innovation marks the eighth model in the Tidewater Sailcloth Tent line, which debuted in 2009 and has since become a mainstay of […]
ATA accepting applications for advisory board and member group positions
July 7th, 2025
Advanced Textile Association (ATA) members and staff rely on engaged advisory boards and councils to help guide programming and initiatives. Below are the openings for ATA's Divisions and Groups, all for three-year terms. Applications are due Fri., Aug. 22, 2025. Open positions ATA Canada: 2 openings Fabric Structures Association (FSA): 4 openings Emerging Technologies Council (ETC): 3 […]