Albany International Corp

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Albany International Corp stands as a global leader in advanced textiles and materials processing, headquartered in Rochester, New Hampshire. The company operates through two primary divisions: Machine Clothing and Albany Engineered Composites, serving diverse industries with specialized manufacturing solutions. As the world's leading producer of custom-designed, consumable fabrics and process belts, Albany International commands approximately 30% global market share in machine clothing applications essential for paper, paperboard, tissue, pulp, and nonwovens production. The Rochester facility houses both corporate headquarters and a major manufacturing hub, featuring advanced materials processing and automation capabilities alongside research and development operations. Albany International designs and manufactures high-performance engineered fabrics that enable customers to reduce energy consumption, improve water efficiency, and enhance resource utilization throughout their manufacturing processes. The company's engineered composites division produces critical components for commercial and military aerospace platforms, including fan blades and cases for CFM LEAP engines. With operations spanning 22 plants across 10 countries and employing 4,400 people worldwide, Albany International maintains its position as a Fortune 1000 company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. The organization emphasizes sustainability and innovation, helping customers improve their environmental footprint through efficient, high-quality manufacturing solutions. Recently recognized on Forbes 2025 list of America's Best Employers, Albany International continues advancing materials science technology while fostering workplace creativity and collaboration in the competitive textiles manufacturing sector.