This follows the signing of a Letter of Intent by both organizations last year.
The purpose of the GNA federation is to provide international leadership for the representation and responsible advancement of the global nonwovens industry while respecting and benefiting its members.
By aligning resources and expanding collaboration, GNA will deliver a more unified and coordinated strategy toward the issues and opportunities faced by the Industry. GNA will enable enhanced programs and service value, reach and efficiency. These benefits will translate into increased local and regional benefits as well as drive innovation, operational efficiencies, and long-term industry growth.
Under the proposed framework, INDA and EDANA will continue to operate as independent legal entities, maintaining their focus on regional markets and advocacy. They will also serve as founding members of GNA committed to leadership, staff and program coordination designed to enhance collaboration on cross-border industry priorities.
While some organizational details, transition provisions and approval timelines are being assessed by the INDA and EDANA boards, both have expressed their strong support for the vision and purpose of GNA and are committed to responsibly advance this initiative.
INDA and EDANA remain committed to a transparent process, both for their members and the industry, and will provide regular updates as this work progresses.
US-based INDA serves over 300 member companies worldwide in the nonwovens/engineered fabrics industry to achieve business growth, while Brussels-headquartered EDANA has over 270 members.
