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NEWS: New analysis from Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association challenges persistent myths about textile waste, arguing that strong demand, high reuse rates and circular systems underpin the global second-hand clothing market. Read more. journal.gocirculaire.com/global-second-…

Jessica Franken, VP of Government and External Affairs at SMART, will deliver the keynote at the Textiles Recycling Expo USA on April 29, 2026, in Charlotte, NC. The conference runs April 29–30, 2026, and registration is free. Register here: events.amiplastics.com/textiles-recyc…

Program Highlight ✨ at the SMART 2026 Annual Convention in Antwerp, Belgium European Textile Panel: Regulating the Circular Economy: Global Industry Leaders on Basel and UNEP’s Textile Agenda Learn more and register! 🔗 smartasn.org/events/antwerp…

A Q&A About Clothes Recycling, Jessica Franken has 25 years of advocacy for clothes recycling and circular systems. She answers questions about how, why, and where. Read more. thewellnessfeed.com/clothes-for-re…

SMART Debunks Persistent Myths About the Second-hand Textile Trade. Read More: fashionunited.com/press/retail/s…

The full conference agenda has been officially announced for Textiles Recycling Expo USA, taking place April 29–30, 2026 at the Charlotte Convention Center. Learn more. smartasn.org/about-smart/ne…

Program Highlight ✨ at the SMART 2026 Annual Convention in Antwerp, Belgium Fiber to Fiber Panel: The Bright Future of Chemical Recycling and the Role SMART Members Can Play Learn more and register! 🔗 smartasn.org/events/antwerp… #SMART #SMART2026 #textiles #circulareconomy

The Textile Recovery Summit this week was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when industry leaders come together. SMART members played an active role, participating in sessions, workshops, and discussions. We’re proud of our members’ leadership and their continued commitment.

SMART Debunks Persistent Myths About the Secondhand Textile Trade. Read More: textilefocus.com/smart-debunks-…

SMART Members: Put your brand in front of the decision-makers shaping the future of the circular textile economy. 👉 Explore opportunities: smartasn.org/events/antwerp… #SMART2026 #Sponsorship #CircularEconomy #TextileRecycling #SustainableBusiness

The Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) has expressed strong support for a newly confirmed trade framework that reinforces preferential access for American exports of used garments to El Salvador under CAFTA-DR. globaltextiletimes.com/news/smart-wel…

The Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) applauded the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) for the clarification, which it said will remove "a longstanding barrier to legitimate secondhand exports." Read more. msn.com/en-us/money/ma…

Marisa Adler of RRS speaks at #TRS2026! Register: textilerecoverysummit.com Code: TRS2026SMART

SMART hails US–El Salvador deal clarifying status of used textiles. Read more! just-style.com/news/smart-us-…

The Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) has welcomed a trade agreement that confirms preferential treatment for US exports of used clothing to El Salvador under CAFTA-DR. just-style.com/news/smart-us-…

US-El Salvador Trade Pact Elucidates Treatment of Secondhand Apparel. Read More. sourcingjournal.com/sustainability…

⏰ Early bird pricing ends soon! Don’t miss your chance to save on registration for the SMART Annual Convention. Join industry leaders, make meaningful connections, and be part of the conversations shaping our future. 🔗 smartasn.org/events/antwerp…

Andrew Proctor of USAgain joins the Resource Recycling Conference + #TRS2026! Register: textilerecoverysummit.com Code: TRS2026SMART

Craig McAndrews of RTCM at the Resource Recycling Conference during #TRS2026! Register: textilerecoverysummit.com Code: TRS2026SMART

SMART welcomes trade clarification supporting U.S. – El Salvador secondhand clothing exports. Read more. texspacetoday.com/smart-welcomes…