• Navigating Exchange Rate Shifts – Preparing for Industry Adjustments

    As we move into 2025, the textiles industry in New Zealand faces new challenges with increasing exchange rate volatility. Over the past year, we have enjoyed relative stability, with the NZD averaging around 0.60 against the USD until November 2024. However, in recent months, the exchange rate has dipped as low as 0.55—an 8.3% decline—before

  • New members join ATA NZ to start off 2025

    Welcome to Jason Handley from Tauranga Motor Trimmers and Nathan Clarke from Aerosew out of North Canterbury. We are looking forward to having both businesses as members this year. Jason has four decades of experience in the advanced textiles industry. and is looking forward to seeing how the industry is promoted, showcasing innovation in products