CARY, NC — April 11, 2007 — The immense potential of the nonwovens industry in India – from raw material supply to consumer end products – is detailed in “INDIA 2007-2012 Nonwovens Outlook,” a first-ever Nonwovens Statistical Report for this emerging economic and textile powerhouse.

Published by INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, INDIA 2007-2012 provides an in-depth look at trends and forecasts for doing business in India, which is now the second fastest growing economy in the world with a GDP that is growing in excess of 8% per year and with a middle class that now numbers nearly 300 million.

Among the findings of this landmark report are a number of growth markets for nonwovens, including Geotextiles, which are expanding at an annual rate of 23%; Wipes (12.8%); Sanitary Napkins (20%); and Baby Diapers (15.6%).

Included in the report:

• In-depth Section – Doing Business in India: Economy, Cultural, Business, Legal
• Disposables (Absorbent Hygiene, Wipes, Medical/Surgical, Other)
• Durables (Interlinings/Shoe Construction, Furnishings/Bedding, Coated/Laminate Substrates, Floor Coverings/Backings, Geotextiles/Civil Engineering, Automotive, Agriculture/Landscape, Other)
• Production Outlook by Technology
• Production Capabilities by Technology
• Raw Materials Consumption

Ian Butler, INDA’s Market and Research Director said that “this report was developed in response to industry requests.  Many companies were calling for trend and forecast information on India.  We here at INDA are excited about the growth and potential profitability for INDA members.”

INDIA 2007-2012 is available to INDA members for $2,900; non-members may purchase the report for $4,000. Order online:http://www.inda.org/pubs/marketing/index.html

For more information, contact India Williams, (919) 233-1210 ext. 130, iwilliams@inda.org.