Lectra executives to speak at Apparel Tech Conference West and SPESA Manufacturing Conference

ATLANTA, March 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Lectra, the world leader in integrated technology solutions dedicated to industries using soft materials--fabrics, leather, technical textiles and composite materials--is pleased to announce that two executives will present on technological innovations at upcoming conferences devoted to advancing the fashion and apparel manufacturing industries.

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Shane Cumming, Vice President of Fashion Sales for Lectra North America, will present at Apparel Tech Conference West on how the full integration of Design into Product Lifecycle Management is creating a new frontier for the fashion industry.

Apparel Tech Conference West is produced by Apparel Magazine, a recognized authority for leading apparel brand, retail and manufacturing executives. The event will bring together leading apparel and retail companies in Los Angeles, California on March 19, 2013 to discuss today's most pressing challenges and how technology can be harnessed to address them.

Paul Epperson, Vice President of Manufacturing Sales for Lectra North America, will present at SPESA's third educational conference on Advancements in Manufacturing Technology in Anaheim, California on March 19, 2013. Paul's presentation will focus on how a cutting room that integrates advanced production systems, innovative software and real-time support can bring manufacturers to the next level of competitiveness.

SPESA is the largest trade association solely devoted to suppliers of sewn products. The organization's conference will feature insight from industry experts on improving quality and manufacturing efficiency while reducing the lead time required for production.

"As a leading provider of technology solutions, Lectra aims to partner with organizations that are dedicated to advancing the industries we serve. We are pleased to present at both industry events to share the knowledge we have gathered from nearly 40 years of technology innovation," said Roy Shurling, President of Lectra North America.

About Lectra
Lectra is the world leader in integrated technology solutions that automate, streamline and accelerate product design, development and manufacturing processes for industries using soft materials. Lectra develops the most advanced specialized software and cutting systems and provides associated services to a broad array of markets including fashion (apparel, accessories, footwear), automotive (car seats and interiors, airbags), furniture, as well as a wide variety of other market sectors, such as aeronautical and marine industries, wind power and personal protective equipment. Lectra serves 23,000 customers in more than 100 countries with 1,350 employees and $256 million in 2012 revenues. The company is listed on NYSE Euronext.
For more information, please visit www.lectra.com.

Contact – Lectra North America: Jahmin Lee
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Tel.:+1 770 422 8050 – Fax: +1 800 538 7619

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