Elevate Textiles to Close Burlington Finishing Plant, Laying Off 150
Elevate Textiles, Inc., owner of Burlington Industries, announced the permanent closure of its finishing plant in Burlington, North Carolina, effective December 31, 2026. The closure, disclosed in a WARN notice filed with the North Carolina Department of Commerce, will affect 150 employees. The plant specializes in textile finishing and dyeing. The company cited changing market dynamics and reduced production volumes as reasons for the shutdown, stating that despite efforts to identify new product lines, volumes remain too low to sustain viable operations. Most production is expected to be completed by September 30, 2026. The closure is a blow to the U.S. textile supply chain. Burlington, founded in 1923, produces performance synthetics, worsted wool, and blended fabrics for military, medical, uniform, and workwear markets. The company also operates facilities in China. Earlier in July 2026, Elevate Textiles celebrated the modernization of its dyehouse in Raeford, NC, which supplies fabrics for U.S. military branches.
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