President Trump announces several tariff rate modifications

August 1, 2025  |  Industry News, News

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced several modifications to tariff rates for various countries and imported products.   The president has increased the tariff on Canadian imports from 25% to 35%, effective Aug. 1. Mexican goods will continue to be taxed at 25% after President Trump spoke…
Houston Tents & Events partners with Houston Texans

July 30, 2025  |  Company News, News

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 follows the company’s recent acquis…
European Union and U.S. announce trade agreement, modifying tariffs on most goods

July 29, 2025  |  Industry News, News

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 doe…
OSHA updates penalty guidelines to minimize burden on small businesses

July 24, 2025  |  Industry News, News

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 …
Lavish Event Rentals expands to Orlando

July 24, 2025  |  Industry News

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 cre…
Special events coming to Indianapolis at Advanced Textiles Expo 2025

July 22, 2025  |  News

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…
Special events coming to Indianapolis at Advanced Textiles Expo 2025

July 22, 2025  |  News

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…
U.S. and EU delay tariffs until Aug. 1

July 18, 2025  |  Industry News, News

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 Wi…
Aztec Tents unveils new size in Tidewater Sailcloth Line

July 14, 2025  |  Company News, News

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…
ATA accepting applications for advisory board and member group positions

July 7, 2025  |  ATA News, News

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 …