Milliken & Company and Venus Group Announce Collaboration on New Table Linen Fabric for Hospitality Industry

New offering developed for value-focused programs provides domestic alternative to imported fabrics

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Milliken & Company and Venus Group have collaborated to introduce Milliken™ Passport, a U.S.-finished table linen fabric offered through Venus for industrial laundries and linen rental providers, and is an alternative to lower-cost, low-quality fabrics.

Milliken™ Passport is designed for high-turn hospitality use, delivering improved durability, stain release and appearance retention at a competitive price point. The fabric will be available through Venus in napkins and four sizes of tablecloths in white and black.

“Milliken™ Passport was developed to meet the needs of customers who are looking for better performance without moving into a premium price tier,” said David Hassen, senior account manager, Milliken & Company. “It gives laundries and operators a more dependable option in terms of consistency, stain release and overall lifespan, while still being cost-conscious. By working with Venus, we’re able to bring that balance of performance and value to market in a way that’s scalable and accessible for everyday operations.”

The collaboration brings together Milliken’s expertise in textile finishing with Venus’ manufacturing and distribution capabilities, to create a streamlined path to market for a U.S.-finished product designed for industrial laundry environments.

“Passport is the best of both worlds,” said Raj Patel, President Venus Group. “Milliken finished product quality and Venus domestic manufacturing advantages that customers have experienced for decades, combined with value pricing.”

The new table linen program is expected to be available beginning April 15.

About Milliken

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

About Venus

Founded in 1972, Venus Group is a global company with 600 employees worldwide, including a team of award-winning designers and 20+ textile engineers. Headquartered in Southern California, Venus has two state-of-the art manufacturing facilities with cut-and-sew capabilities in both CA and SC. Our Fort Lawn, SC (140,000 square-foot) facility is ISO 9001:2015 Certified with TUV Rheinland of North America. With several domestic distribution centers in CA, SC, TX, and HI, we can offer you quick turn around on your custom specs. Our textile product offerings range from table linens, towels, sheets, aprons and more, serving a range of B2B markets. For more information, visit us at www.VenusGroup.com.