- 10 Dec 2025
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Advanced Textiles Association New Zealand Members Recognised at 2025 IAA Awards
The Advanced Textiles Association New Zealand (ATA NZ) entered 29 projects from its Awards for Excellence into the global competition, which has celebrated innovation and design in specialty fabrics for more than 75 years. Sponsored by the Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) in North America—formerly known as IFAI—the IAA competition showcases the best in technical skill,
- 8 Dec 2025
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Looking Ahead: What ATA New Zealand Is Focusing on in the Year Ahead
As we prepare for another year of growth and collaboration across Aotearoa’s industrial textiles sector, the ATA New Zealand Executive has set a clear direction for 2026. Our focus remains on strengthening the value we deliver to members, amplifying the skills and innovation within our industry, and ensuring our sector continues to thrive. Below is
- 1 Dec 2025
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Building Better Trainers – Cross-Industry Workshop Trainer Course
Last month, ATA New Zealand partnered with MAST Academy to deliver a Workshop Trainer Course in Hawke’s Bay, bringing together a diverse group of professionals from across the industrial textiles, marine, and composites sectors. It was a fantastic opportunity to strengthen workplace training capability across industries that rely heavily on hands-on learning, skilled mentoring, and
- 17 Nov 2025
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SuperExpo 2026 — An Unmissable Opportunity for ATA NZ Members
10–12 June 2026 | Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre, ATA New Zealand is excited to highlight SuperExpo 2026, returning to the Gold Coast from 10–12 June 2026. This premier event brings together the very best in the window shading, specialised textiles, and industrial fabrication sectors — and we encourage all our members to join
- 7 Nov 2025
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Celebrating the Future of Industrial Textiles: ATA NZ Announces Apprentice of the Year Award Winners
Press ReleaseFor Immediate Release Celebrating the Future of Industrial Textiles: ATA NZ Announces Apprentice of the Year Award Winners New Zealand – The Advanced Textiles Association New Zealand (ATA NZ), in partnership with MAST Academy, proudly announced the winners of the 2025 Apprentice of the Year Awards at its annual Gala Dinner during the ATA
- 5 Nov 2025
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Level 3 & Level 4 Industrial Textiles Qualifications Now Open for Enrolment
The Level 3 and Level 4 Industrial Textiles Fabrication qualifications are now live and ready for industry to start enrolling. These programmes are designed to upskill your team, develop technical expertise, and ensure your business stays at the forefront of the industrial textiles sector. Why Training MattersIndustrial textiles fabrication is a highly skilled trade. From
- 24 Oct 2025
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2026 Conference Planning in Full Swing
The countdown is on for the 2026 ATA New Zealand Conference, with planning now in full swing. This year’s theme, “Weaving Growth – Building a Stronger Industry Together,” reflects our commitment to collaboration, innovation, and the continued development of our industrial textiles sector. The conference will take place on 13–14 August 2026 at the Novotel
- 3 Sep 2025
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Congratulations 2025 Tier 1 Apprentice of the Year, Bryce Farrow
The Apprentice of the Year Award has always held a special place in our industry. Over the years, it has evolved in many forms, but its purpose remains constant: to celebrate and encourage the next generation of talent entering industrial textile fabrication. The Tier 1 category, in particular, shines a light on apprentices who are
- 19 Aug 2025
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Get Involved, Join an ATA NZ Sub Committee
At our Way Forward meeting, we explored new ways to grow and strengthen our industry – and one of the best ways to make that happen is through our ATA NZ sub-committees. These small, focused groups work on key initiatives that shape our future. Many members have already put their hands up to help, but
- 19 Aug 2025
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New Apprenticeship Pathways for the Industrial Textiles Industry
At this year’s ATA NZ Conference in Lower Hutt, we were thrilled to announce a major step forward for skills development in our industry. MAST Academy is now the national training provider for Industrial Textiles apprenticeships across New Zealand, offering a complete pathway to formal qualifications in this unique and hands-on trade. Developed in partnership