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Conferences & Seminars

International Market Solutions will participate in several upcoming conferences. These conferences, along with notices of upcoming conferences, seminars, trade shows, and exhibitions will be posted on a current basis.

2011 Military/Performance Textiles Conference Resources

2010 Military/Performance Textiles Conference Resources

2009 Military/Performance Textiles Conference Resources

Upcoming Events

• Jorman Fields, IMS Managing Director, will attend the International Exhibition of Textile Machinery in Barcelona, Spain, September 22-29, 2011. ITMA is the world’s largest international textile machinery exhibition, an event which is owned by CEMATEX. ITMA is recognised as the ‘Olympics’ of the textile machinery industry – a showcase of the latest technology and a vital meeting place for buyers and sellers from all over the world.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.itma.com/.


• Darrel Collier, Managing Director of International Market Solutions, will be attending the European Petrochemical Association annual meeting in Berlin, Germany from October 1-5, 2011.  The meeting brings together major petrochemical producers from Europe and around the world together for conference sessions and meetings.
  To learn more, visit http://www.epca.eu/public/


• On October 6, 2011  Darrel Collier will be attending the annual PET Day in Artimino, Italy sponsored by Global Service International.  The conference will include the world largest PET resin producers and customers.
  For more information, visit http://www.gsiplastic.com/pet_day_2011_eng.htm


• The North Carolina Department of Commerce along with International Market Solutions is sponsoring the third Military/Government Textiles Conference on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at the Grandover Conference Centerin Greensboro, North Carolina. This all day event will be followed by a networking reception to allow attendees to interface with Convention speakers, presenters and company representatives.
  Conference Details

Recent Events

• Darrel Collier, Managing Director of International Market Solutions, spoke at the 7th China International Polyester & Intermediates Forum in Shanghai, China on November 3-5, 2010.  The Conference was jointly hosted by China Chemical & Fiber Economic Information Network (CCFEI) and Tecnon Orbichem of London.  The Conference presented papers on the Supply/Demand Imbalances of Upstream Markets, Challenges for the Chinese PET Packaging Resin Business and the Crossroads of China's Synthetic Fiber and Textile Industries among others.


• On October 19 and 20, Darrel Collier, Managing Director of International Market Solutions, attended the annual Board Meeting of the American Fiber Manufacturers Association in Washington DC. Over 30 leaders of the synthetic fiber industry in the United States were in attendance to discuss such topics as the Korean Free Trade Agreement, the European Fiber Business and the Sustainability of  the US Textile Sector.
 

• The North Carolina Department of Commerce along with International Market Solutions sponsored the Military/Government Textiles Conference on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at the Koury Convention Center at the Sheraton Four Seasons Hotel in Greensboro, North Carolina. This all day event was followed by a networking reception to allow attendees to interface with Convention speakers, presenters and company representatives.
  Conference Resources


• International Market Solutions (IMS) in conjunction with the North Carolina Department of Commerce held a one-day conference in Greensboro, NC on Tuesday, November 10th. The Conference was held at the Sheraton Four Seasons Hotel right off Interstate 40 in Greensboro. A slate of high level speakers from industry, State and Federal Government, military and Academia addressed the very important markets for military and performance textile and apparel products.
  Conference Resources


• Stephen Metzger, IMS Managing Director, was panel chair on the subject of entrepreneurship in the small, task-oriented vehicle (STOV) industry at the Industrial Utility Vehicle Technology Conference, October 6-9 in Louisville, KY. The IUV Technology Conference seminars (Oct. 7, 8) featured presentations on the latest technological advances in the area of industrial and utility vehicles, both in end products and critical components. This year the IUV Technololgy Conference was held in conjunction with the International Construction and Utility Equipment Expo (ICUEE). Further details on the roster of presentations and presenters may be seen at www.iuvconference.com.



• Techtextil Frankfurt was be held June 16-18, 2009. Techtextil is the leading international trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens. The complete global market of technical textiles will be showcased at the most important forum for the industry. IMS Managing Director, Jorman Fields, was in attendance.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at http://techtextil.messefrankfurt.com.



• The sixth edition of Techtextil North America was held April 21-23, 2009 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. Techtextil is the world's biggest and most successful International Trade Fair for Technical Textiles and Nonwovens. IMS Managing Director, Jorman Fields, was in attendance.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.techtextilna.com.



• Darrel Collier, Managing Direct for International Market Solutions, attended the International Petrochemical Conference for the National Petrochemical and Refiners Association in San Antonio, March 29-31. The Conference is the world's largest and most prestigious conference representing the petrochemical industry. The meeting consisted of a variety of sessions covering key political, economic, and environmental issues affecting the global petrochemical industry
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.npra.org.



• Filtration 2008 was held December 9-11, 2008 at the Philadelpha Convention Center in Philadelpha, PA. Hot topics included Energy Reduction Options for Pulse-Cleaned Dust Collectors and REACH: The Challenges of Doing Business in the EU. IMS representatives were in attendance.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.inda.org.



• The Textile Technology Center, in conjunction with Len Furlough, IMS Associate, held a series of seminars designed to assist textile firms improve productivity, quality, and to increase the knowledge and skill base for their associates. Workshops were held throughout the months of September, October, November, and December.
  A detailed brochure on the seminar can be found at www.internationalmarketsolutions.com/brochure/MfgWorkshopFall08.pdf.
  
  
• Jorman Fields and Darrel Collier, Managing Directors of International Market Solutions, attended the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) Expo in Charlotte, NC from October 21-23, 2008. The Expo is the largest specialty fabrics show in the Americas and was pleased to display the latest product innovations for emerging marketing, the largest concentration of suppliers and more than 8,000 registered participants, outstanding educational opportunities.
  More information can be found at http://www.ifai.com/Home/Expo08_AttendeeVideo.cfm.



• Darrel Collier, Managing Director of International Market Solutions, attended the Dornbirn Man-Made Fibers Conference in Dornbirn, Austria from September 17-19, 2008. The Conference which had more than 700 synthetic fiber and textile executives from more than 30 countires around the world focused on the topic of Sustainability.



• Hong Kong Fashion Week Spring/Summer was held July 8-11, 2008 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Hong Kong Fashion Week for Spring/Summer 2009 offers the perfect platform to merchandise your company as well as plug into the latest trends and market intelligence. The previous event attracted more than 1100 exhibitors from 19 countries and regions.
  More information on the show can be found at www.hkfashionweekss.tdctrade.com/.



• The Textile Technology Center, in conjunction with Len Furlough, IMS Associate, held a series of seminars designed to assist textile firms improve productivity, quality, and to increase the knowledge and skill base for their associates. Workshops were held throughout the months of February, March, and April.
  A detailed brochure on the seminar can be found at www.internationalmarketsolutions.com/brochure/MfgWorkshopSpring08.pdf.
  
  
• Material World was held April 8-10, 2008 at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, FL. From design to delivery, Material World is the premier global sourcing, fabric, trim, technology and trend trade event for the sewn products and home industries.
  More information on the show can be found at www.material-world.com/.



• Techtextil North America was held April 1-3, 2008 at the Cobb Galleria Center in Atlanta, GA. Techtextil is the world's biggest and most successful International Trade Fair for Technical Textiles and Nonwovens. IMS Managing Director, Jorman Fields, chaired a session titled "Concerns of Expanding Globally," as part of a symposium to be held in conjuction with the conference.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.techtextilna.com.
  Presentations from the symposium can be found on the articles page.




• International Market Solutions (IMS), in conjunction with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), held a half-day conference related to the North Carolina textile and apparel industry and beyond and trade expansion opportunities. The event took place Wednesday, October 24 at the Sheraton Four Seasons Hotel in Greensboro, NC.
  More information on the conference can be found at http://www.internationalmarketsolutions.com/conference102407.html.





In their January 21, 2008 edition, Southern Textile News named the Trade Expansion Conference as the best company sponsored event of 2007.
Southern Textile News - January 21, 2008




• Techtextil - Mumbai was held October 10-12. IMS representatives were in attendance. Techtextil is the world's biggest and most successful International Trade Fair for Technical Textiles and Nonwovens.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at http://techtextil.messefrankfurt.com/india/en/home.html.



• Hardy Poole, IMS Associate, presented "Protective Textiles - Opportunity for Imagination" at the Dornbirn Man-Made Fibers Congress (Dornbirn-MFC)in Dornbirn, Austria, September 19-21. The Dornbirn-MFC is positioned as the leading European/American platform for the presentation of fiber innovations with industrial relevance. IMS Managing Director, Jorman Fields, was also in attendance.
  Detailed information on the congress can be found at www.dornbirn-mfc.com.



• On July 18 and 19, Darrel Collier, Managing Director of International Market Solutions, attended the summer Board Meeting of the American Fiber Manufacturers Association in Washington DC. Over 40 leaders of the synthetic fiber industry in the United States were in attendance to discuss such topics as the Korean Free Trade Agreement and other US trade initiatives.



• Jorman Fields, IMS Managing Director, attended the International Exhibition of Textile Machinery in Munich, Germany, September 13-20. ITMA is the world’s largest international textile machinery exhibition, an event which is owned by CEMATEX. ITMA is recognised as the ‘Olympics’ of the textile machinery industry – a showcase of the latest technology and a vital meeting place for buyers and sellers from all over the world.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.itma-munich.com/.



• Techtextil - Frankfurt was held June 12-14. IMS Managing Director, Jorman Fields, and IMS Associate, Joey Fields, were in attendance. Techtextil is the world's biggest and most successful International Trade Fair for Technical Textiles and Nonwoves. Avantex - International Forum for Innovative Apparel Textiles - a symposium and exibition was held parallel to Techtextil.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.techtextil.com.



• Representatives from International Market Solutions attended the SAMPE '07 Conference and Exhibition in Baltimore, MD, June 3-7. The Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE®)is an international professional member society, providing information on new materials and processing technology either via technical forums, journal publications, or books in which professionals in this field can exchange ideas and air their views.
  Detailed information on the conference can be found at www.sampe.org/events/2007Baltimore.aspx.



• Representatives from International Market Solutions will attend the Textile Apparel Manufacturers and Merchants (TAMM) conference in Savannah, Georgia from May 16-18. The purpose of the conference and the TAMM organization is to promote the exchange of ideas that foster the growth and profitability of the fiber, textile, apparel, and retail supply chain.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at http://tammonline.com.



• Representatives from International Market Solutions will be in attendance at the Dinner and Inauguration Ceremony for of The Nonwovens Institute at North Carolina State University on May 15, 2007.
  More information on the Nonwovens Institute can be found at http://news.ncsu.edu/releases/2007/april/078.html.



• Representatives from International Market Solutions will attend Material World in Miami Beach, Florida from May 8-10. The convention will include an unrivaled global exposition of fabrics and services, breaking color/trend forecasts for spring/summer 2008, and a comprehensive education program. This conference is running concurrently with Techonology Solutions and SPESA Expo.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at http://www.material-world.com.



• IMS Managing Director, Stephen Metzger will deliver a presentation on "Global Trends in Small, Task-Oriented Vehicle Markets and Manufacturing" at the Hong Kong International Auto Parts Fair, April 28-May 1. The presentation is scheduled for Sunday, April 29. Mr. Metzger has authored three major studies in the area of small, task-oriented vehicles, with a new study due to be published in September.
  The trade show and exhibition is sponsored by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council with objective of demonstrating the manufacturing resources of Hong Kong in the automotive parts field and the capacity of Hong Kong to become a base of operations for sourcing throughout China proper.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at http://hkautopartsfair.tdctrade.com/.



• The Hosiery Association's 102nd Annual Convention will be held in Charleston, South Carolina, April 26-29. The Hosiery Association (THA) is the premiere, trusted source of information global industry leaders rely on. The meeting will consist of a variety of sessions including industry news, statistics, and government and global insights.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.hosieryassociation.com.



• The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) annual meeting was held in Washington, DC, April 23-25. With the recent election results and heightened public concerns about the impact of trade, the trade agenda is shifting. At the annual meeting, NCTO reviewed how the textile industry can take advantage of this shift.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.ncto.org.



• IMS representatives attended the American Fiber Manufacturers Association Spring Board Meeting in Washington D.C. on April 18 and 19. Attending were more than 45 leaders of the synthetic fiber industry in the United States. Meetings were held with Representative Robin Hayes and Senator Sandy Levin to discuss current trade issues and the pending Korean Free Trade Agreement.



• The National Petrochemical and Refiners Association (NPRA) in San Antonio from March 25-27 will be attended by representatives from International Market Solutions. The Conference is the world's largest and most prestigious meeting representing the petrochemical industry. The meeting consists of a variety of sessions covering key political, economic, and environmental issues affecting the petrochemical industry.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.npra.org.



• IMS attended the Golf Industry Show in Anaheim, CA, February 21-24. IMS's focus was on the small, task-oriented vehicle exhibitors and will be covering the show for Industrial Utility Vehicle magazine. These vehicles range from golf cars to a wide variety of utility vehicles. This rapidly growing industry is characterized by many new and improved technologies which are being applied well beyond the golf industry, per se.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.golfindustryshow.com.



• MAGIC was held in Las Vegas, Nevada from February 13-16 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. It is the fashion industry's number one event and more than 115,000 attendees from around the world were in attendence.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.magiconline.com.



• Outdoor Retailer Winter Market was held January 27-30, 2007 in Salt Lake City, Utah. This was the largest winter show since its inception in 1990, with the most innovative outdoor products and companies in the world present.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.outdoorretailer.com.



• IMS attended the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, FL, January 24-27,2007 and covered the show for Industrial Utility Vehicle magazine. IMS's principal focus was on golf cars, utility vehicles, and accessories for these vehicles. Small, task-oriented vehicles, particularly electric-powered units, are an area of IMS expertise.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.pgamerchandiseshow.com.



• Fiber Technology 2006 was held in Charlotte, NC, October 10-11, 2006. The focus of this conference was on innovations in fibers and textiles in the market areas medical textile products and performance apparel. IMS Managing Director, Darrel Collier, presented a paper on strategies to protect intellectual property.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.fibertechnology2006.com.



• Industrial Utility Vehicle Conference was held in Chicago, September 21-22, 2006. The theme of this conference was new directions in design and engineering of industrial utility vehicles and mobile equipment. IMS Managing Director, Stephen Metzger, delivered the keynote presentation, entitled, Next Steps in the Small, Task-Oriented Vehicle Revolution.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.specialtyvehiclesonline.com.



• Techtextil North America 2006. This biannual conference was held on March 29-April 1, 2006 in Atlanta. It was generally considered the most successful and most highly attended conference in the series of seminars and exhibits in the history of the program. IMS Directors, Stephen Metzger and Jorman Fields, headed up a panel of industry and U.S. government experts discussing the challenges of effective entry and expansion in the international arena. Copies of these presentations can be obtained by contacting IMS via email.
  Detailed information on the show can be found at www.usa.messefrankfurt.com.

Upcoming Events

IMS/NCDOC to host third Military/Apparel Conference in Greensboro, NC on October 18, 2011

IMS announces publication of 2010 comprehensive study of the small vehicle market--forecasts to 2014; for study information and TOC, press here PDF

IMS announces the creation of a news-oriented blog focusing on the on-going development of small, task-oriented vehicles(STOV).

IMS Leadership Team In the News

William Harazin, IMS Associate, recognized by the NC Bar Association as recipient of 2009 John J. Dortch International Service Award.

IMS opens new office in Vietnam to be run by Joey Fields.

Offices in China, Germany brought on board.

Extensive market survey
of Latin America nears
completion.

Studies Available

IMS publishes 2010 comprehensive study of the small vehicle market--forecasts to 2014