04.28.25
The board of directors of INDA and EDANA are recommending the incorporation of a separate tax-exempt federation, the Global Nonwoven Alliance (GNA), with both organization serving as founding members. The purpose of this federation is to provide international leadership for the representation and responsible advancement of the global nonwovens industry while respecting and benefiting its members, and the move follows the vision of a broad collaboration for the benefit of the industry detailed in a letter of intent to examine such a partnership signed by both organizations in Septebmer 2024.
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 while drivinginnovation, 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. The EDANA and INDA websites both offer GNA frequently asked questions.
