Outdoor sock brand Darn Tough says it is in a period of intense growth and that it intends to push ahead with plans for international expansion. However, a strong commitment to its local community in Vermont remains at the core of its strategy.

Specialist fabric manufacturer Pontetorto is celebrating its seventieth anniversary this year.

Cordura business development director at Invista, Cindy McNaull, believes the brand’s new re/cor recycled nylon 6.6 fabrics score well in terms of sustainability, but also meet its strict standards for abrasion resistance and tear strength.