Glen Raven Custom fabrics announce the latest milestones in a multi-phase global expansion plan due to its ongoing commitment to support its customers and brands.
The first phase of the expansion plan started in 2019.
During this phase, new and upgraded equipment was installed to support the continuing growth of the company’s products in the U.S. and Asia. The company produced fabrics for marine, sunshade, and other purposes.
The expansion will increase output and reduce energy and water usage, laddering back to Glen Raven’s sustainability commitments. The company is also implementing system enhancements to address better the pandemic’s supply chain challenges and the spike in demand for its customized fabrics.
The next phase of the expansion plan is marked by purchasing a new production facility in Valenciennes, France, an industrial hub with ready access to major transportation routes across Europe. This facility is expected to be operational by the second half of next year.
The site also allows for future production and distribution expansion.
The company is known for its Sunbrella TM collection of fabrics that are designed for special end-applications, including:
– Upholstery
– Marine fabrics
– Window fabrics
– Pillow covers
– Sunshades
– Umbrella
– And Drapery fabrics
The expansion plan is an investment of more than $65 million for expanding production capacity to support its customers and the increased demand for Sunbrella®, Dickson®, and other Glen Raven fabrics.
