ROME - INDA, the US-based Association of the Nonwovens Industry, and EDANA, the ‘voice of nonwovens’, headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, have signed a new strategic collaboration with the aim of combining their expertise and resources to address global challenges and drive new opportunities in the global nonwovens industry.
The two leading trade organisations have signed a letter of intent, here at the Outlook conference, in Rome, Italy, which will lay the foundations for a new alliance.
As the nonwovens industry evolves, both associations say they recognise the need for a unified approach to navigate complex international markets. The potential alliance aims to deliver several key benefits. These are:
Enhance the scope and value to members: the increased integration of resources will enable both organisations to deliver greater value to members, offering an expanded range of educational programs, enhanced networking opportunities, and access to a wider breadth of industry insights.
Joint advocacy and representation: the alliance will amplify both organisations' collective voice, enhancing their ability to advocate for members' interests at local, regional, and global levels, ensuring that their needs and concerns are effectively addressed.
Operational synergies: the alliance will create efficiencies, strengthen the collective talent pool, and optimise the use of financial resources to better support member and industry initiatives.
Innovation and growth: the alliance will drive joint initiatives and projects that foster innovation, enhance industry leadership, and support the long-term growth and sustainability of the nonwovens industry.
Speaking at the Outlook conference, Murat Dogru, general manager of EDANA said: “This Letter of Intent underscores our commitment in exploring how we can better serve the nonwovens community and tackle industry’s evolving challenges.
“Our purpose is to ensure that our members are well-positioned to thrive in a dynamic global environment. Reflecting on the Treaty of Rome signed decades ago, we hope that the signing of this Letter of Intent in Rome will pave the way for even greater achievements.”
INDA president & CEO Tony Fragnito added: “This potential alliance represents an opportunity to combine our strengths while openly engaging on the global issues affecting the industry.
“Better coordination will enhance our ability to serve the industry and our members while retaining our regionally focused support and representation.”
In a joint statement, both organisations said they would conduct a thorough due diligence process over the coming months to evaluate the strategic benefits and operational efficiencies of a potential alliance.
“Both associations remain dedicated to advancing their members’ interests and exploring new growth avenues within the nonwovens industry,” the statement said.
Further updates will be shared as discussions progress.
