This e-learning offering provides a scalable global learning pathway for onboarding, upskilling, and professional development across the nonwovens value chain.
Cary, NC & Brussels, Belgium, June 23, 2026 — The Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA), founded by INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, and EDANA, the voice of nonwovens, today announced the launch of a new global e-learning initiative designed to help companies build essential nonwovens knowledge across their functional teams.
The first program available through this initiative is the Fundamental Nonwovens series of e-courses, which offers flexible, accessible learning from anywhere and supports professional development at scale. Developed with the combined expertise of EDANA and INDA, the program provides a common foundation for professionals entering the industry, transitioning into new roles, or supporting nonwovens businesses from commercial, operational, regulatory, technical, or corporate functions.
“E-learning is one of the clearest examples of how the Global Nonwovens Alliance can deliver value to the industry,” said Murat Dogru, CEO, Global Nonwovens Alliance. “By bringing together the knowledge and reach of INDA and EDANA, we are creating a consistent learning experience that helps professionals around the world build a stronger understanding of nonwovens and contribute more confidently from day one.”
Through interactive online modules, learners are introduced to the essential building blocks of the nonwovens industry, including the global nonwovens landscape, raw materials, web formation, web bonding, and related manufacturing concepts. The curriculum will expand further in Summer 2026 to include finishing treatments.
The courses are structured to make complex technical topics approachable without sacrificing industry relevance. Participants gain practical insight into how nonwoven materials are produced, how different processes influence performance, and how nonwovens serve critical applications across hygiene, wipes, filtration, medical, automotive, construction, and other sectors.
For employers, the initiative offers a scalable professional development solution that can be deployed across teams, departments, onboarding cohorts, and international locations. By providing a consistent vocabulary and shared understanding of core nonwovens concepts, the program helps reduce early-stage knowledge gaps, improve cross-functional communication, and support faster time-to-productivity for employees.
The launch also reflects the broader purpose of GNA: to align the strengths of EDANA and INDA in ways that advance the global nonwovens industry while maintaining the regional expertise and member focus of each organization. GNA was created to support greater collaboration, expanded education, stronger industry insight, and a more unified voice for the nonwovens industry worldwide.
“INDA and EDANA each bring decades of trusted industry knowledge, educational experience, and member engagement,” said Hadrien Tournier, Global Director of Professional Development, Global Nonwovens Alliance. “Together, through GNA, we are making high-quality learning more accessible to companies and professionals across the global value chain.”
The Fundamental Nonwovens courses are available now through both EDANA and INDA’s websites.
To learn more or purchase the courses, visit:
INDA: /training/fundamental-nonwovens/
EDANA: www.edana.org/professional-development/e-learning/nonwovens-fundamentals
About the Global Nonwovens Alliance
The Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA), founded by INDA and EDANA, supports innovation, industry leadership, education, advocacy, operational synergies, and sustainable growth across the global nonwovens sector. Through coordinated initiatives, GNA brings together the strengths of two leading industry associations to deliver greater value to members and the broader nonwovens community.
About EDANA
Comprising over 260 members, EDANA is the international association advocating for the benefits of nonwovens for society. Since 1971, EDANA has been providing a comprehensive range of services to enhance the industry’s goals and performance, including supporting sustainability ambitions, responsible product stewardship, and addressing common technical, regulatory and market challenges. EDANA also organizes several application-specific and geographic-focused industry events.
About INDA
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, serves hundreds of member companies across the nonwovens and engineered fabrics industry to support business growth. Since 1968, INDA has helped members convene and connect, innovate, and grow through industry-leading events, professional development courses, market intelligence, test methods, consulting services, and advocacy.
INDA Media, the association’s business-to-business publishing arm, produces the International Fiber Journal and International Filtration News, reaching a global network of professionals who utilize fibers, filaments, and filtration systems to optimize performance across diverse applications.
Media Contacts:
Misty Ayers, Marketing, INDA
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Felipe Cossio Cuartero, Communication Expert
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