Menlo Park, Calif.-based crowdsourced parcel carrier Deliv raised $28 million in Series B funding from the UPS Strategic Enterprise Fund and existing investors, which it will use to support the company’s “dramatic” growth.
Item of the Day: Pelcor Cork Bags
Cork is now a trending material for many accessory brands and manufacturers. It’s eco-friendly and sturdy–a good combination for fashion folks who care for Mother Earth. One example is Portuguese label Pelcor, which has been making the rounds in many trade shows since 2003. Pelcor mostly produces a variety of women’s handbags made out of […]
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U.S. DOT solicits applications for FAST freight grants
The U.S. Department of Transportation is working to implement the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act and is ready to launch a new competitive grant program for freight projects as outlined in the legislation.
AAFA Applauds Signing of New Customs Bill
The American Apparel & Footwear Association is thrilled about the recent signing of The Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015, or the “Customs Bill,” H.R. 644, and has issued the following statement. “We would like to thank Congress and the Administration for their work on drafting this important bill, approving the legislation, and signing […]
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Hudson’s Bay Company Reports Strong Year
Hudson’s Bay Company had continued growth for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 31, 2016, with comp sales up 12% for the year and digital sales up 23.2%. Jerry Storch, Chief Executive Officer, HBC commented, “Our growth continued in the fourth quarter, as our team executed our strategies and focused on innovation around […]
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Governmental Notices February 20-29, 2016
Attached is our update of governmental notices that may be of interest to the membership and trade; among the items in this issue are links to: APHIS’ Notice Recognizing European Union and EU Member State Regionalization Decisions for African Swine Fever by Updating the APHIS List of Regions Affected with…
Awards: Jewelry Company FAF Wins Walmart Supplier of the Year
FAF Inc., a leading fashion jewelry and accessories company, recently received Wal-Mart’s Supplier of the Year award for “delivering excellence in execution in the apparel category.” The award is based on multiple performance metrics, including sales growth, margin improvement, modular excellence and improved store execution. “To be recognized by the world’s largest retailer as one […]
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Luxottica Signs Valentino EyewearLicense
Valentino has partnered with Luxottica Group on a new and exclusive eyewear license agreement for the design, manufacture and worldwide distribution of Valentino eyewear. The 10 year license kicks off January 2017. Valentino eyewear will taking inspiration from the Italian fashion house’s ready-to-wear collections and accessories. The first collection presented under the agreement will be […]
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U.S. to help Puerto Rico restructure highway agency
The U.S. Department of Transportation has entered a memorandum of understanding to assist the Puerto Rico government with reducing its highway project delivery times and restructuring its Highway and Transportation Administration.
FAA proposes fine for German glue maker
The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a $117,480 civil penalty against Holtkotter Leuchten Gmbh of Germany for allegedly violating federal hazardous materials transport rules.