News Releases 2007

CORDURA® FABRIC FEATURED IN AUNDE ITALIA UPHOLSTERY FOR NEW FIAT CINQUECENTO MODEL
December, 2007
INVISTA is announcing an exciting new collection of automotive seating fabrics, in partnership with AUNDE Italia.

INVISTA Signs Land Reservation Agreement for Nylon 6,6 Intermediates and Polymer Plant in China
November, 2007
Global nylon intermediates and fibers leader moving a step closer to the establishment of the first plant of its kind in Asia

INVISTA Joint Venture to Invest US$99.6 Million to Expand Spandex Production Capacity at New Plant in Foshan, China
November, 2007
To meet the unprecedented surge of demand for high-quality spandex fibers

INVISTA to BUILD NITRIC ACID PLANT IN SINGAPORE
November, 2007
Investment will strengthen Intermediates business in Asia

FROM BUSTIER TO BRASSIERE: The LYCRA® Brand Celebrates 100 Years of the Bra
September, 2007
The LYCRA® brand, known for making garments better fitting and more comfortable, is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the bra and the role the brand played in making the bra what it is today.

THE LYCRA® BRAND CONTINUES TO RESHAPE THE DENIM DOMAIN
September, 2007
XFIT LYCRA®, recently introduced as designers' secret weapon for a smooth, sleek silhouette, is now reshaping the denim landscape once again.

INVISTA EXPANDS BRANDING FOR KNITWEAR WITH XTRA LIFE LYCRA®
September, 2007
INVISTA has launched a new concept for knitwear under the brand name Xtra Life LYCRA®, which was originally launched in 2005 as revolutionary technology for swimwear.

INVISTA INTRODUCES FREEF!T™ LYCRA® TECHNOLOGY: RE-ENGINEERING TRADITIONAL SHIRTING FABRIC
September, 2007
Introducing FREEF!T™ LYCRA® - a new patent pending technology from INVISTA.

Backpack Featuring CORDURA® Fabric Wins Outside Magazine's 'Gear Of The Year' Award
August, 2007
Granite Gear Nimbus Meridian Awarded For Superior Comfort, Versatility and Durability

INVISTA Introduces The High-Performance CORDURA® NYCO Knit
August, 2007
Ground-Breaking Material To Debut At The Outdoor Retailer Summer Market

INVISTA Completes Nylon 6 Business Acquisition in Asia-Pacific
July, 2007
INVISTA successfully completed the acquisition of the assets of Honeywell's nylon 6 bulked continuous filament (BCF) business in Asia-Pacific, including its plant in Shanghai, China.

LYCRA® Brand Announces "Reality Beach"
July, 2007
A Two-Day Event Focused on Swimwear Fashion and Fit

Martinsville Management Change
May 29, 2007
Tim Coble Named New Site Manager for INVISTA

INVISTA Signs Letter of Intent for Site for ADN/HMD/Polymer Plant in China
May 9, 2007
State-of-the-art facility – the first in Asia – to serve growing nylon 6,6 demand in region

INVISTA Breaks Ground for US$50-Million Airbag Plant in Shanghai
April 26, 2007
State-of-the-Art Plant will be China's Largest Manufacturer of Nylon 6,6 Airbag Fiber for Booming Automotive Industry

Riverfest Announces INVISTA as a Gold Sponsor for Second Year
April 25, 2007
Riverfest, an annual Spring festival centered around Waynesboro's watersheds, today announced INVISTA as one of its two gold sponsors.

INVISTA Waynesboro Hosts First of Two Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days for 2007
April 19, 2007
The INVISTA Waynesboro site is hosting its first of two household hazardous waste collection days for this year on Saturday, April 21 st in an effort to serve the community and assist with environmental excellence.

INVISTA Waynesboro Holds Annual Cleanup of South River
March 28, 2007
The INVISTA Wildlife Club, a service organization formed by volunteers from INVISTA who are dedicated to improving wildlife habitat, will be holding its Annual Spring Cleanup of the banks of the South River from Wayne Avenue to Main Street on Saturday, March 31, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Exclusive Denim Studio Launches XFIT LYCRA® at Milan Fashion Week - Video Link Available
February 24, 2007
At this year’s Milano Moda Donna, INVISTA is hosting an exclusive XFIT LYCRA® Denim Studio.

New STAINMASTER® Carpet Cushion Product Offerings Fight Moisture And Odor
February 6, 2007
INVISTA announced today that Leggett & Platt will be manufacturing STAINMASTER® carpet cushion. The new l ines of carpet cushion will debut at Surfaces 2007 in Las Vegas .

STAINMASTER® Home & Office Carpet - The Ultimate in Style and Performance for Home Offices and Small Businesses
February 6, 2007
INVISTA's STAINMASTER® carpet business, supplying fiber for fas hion-forward carpet styles, textures and colors featuring durability and stain resistance, will debut the new STAINMASTER® Home & Office carpet line at Surfaces 2007.

Leading Consumer Brand Makes Its Debut in the Paint Market
February 6, 2007
INVISTA today announces the introduction of STAINMASTER™ paint, a new line of paints for the U.S. architectural paint market.

INVISTA Introduces New Stylish STAINMASTER® Carpet POP Signage for Master Gallery SM Stores
February 6, 2007
INVISTA announced today at Surfaces 2007 the unveiling of new STAINMASTER® carpet Point of Purchase (POP) headers and rack signage for its Master Gallery SM stores featuring photography from the national advertising campaign.

The LYCRA® Brand Takes Denim to the Next Level with the "Allure of Shape"
February, 2007
For almost 50 years, the LYCRA® brand has been regarded as a secret weapon by top designers who rely on the innovative fiber to bring exceptional fit, shape and comfort to their denim creations.