#Exhibitions & Events

2019-01-24

ZheJiangTex returns in May 2019

Since the global economy has inevitably been affected by the US-China trade war, there is an increased demand for textile and apparel machinery in a number of Southeast Asian countries, including India, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia and Pakistan, etc. At the same time, the declining competitiveness of traditional products is widely recognized by the global textile industry, more intelligent equipment and machinery is needed to further expedite the digital transformation of manufacturing, thereby enhance productivity and improve product quality.

Smart Textile and Garment Technology - Smart Life Style

Yiwu, surrounded by many textile manufacturer clusters, is a major city for clothing manufacturing in East China’s Zhejiang Province. From 2017 to 2020, the Chinese Government invests approximately RMB 30 million of special funds to facilitate the development of Zhejiang’s industry. Since Yiwu is world famous for its big production of hosiery, knitwear, seamless clothing and textile, attracting numerous of manufacturers in the countries and regions along the Belt and Road to purchase machines and equipment from there. There are around 500,000 foreign merchants source in Yiwu every year.

The upcoming 20th anniversary of ZheJiang International Trade Fair For Textile and Garment Industry (ZhejiangTex 2019) will reach a new height with the support of Zhejiang Province Economic and Information Committee and Yiwu Municipal Government. ZhejiangTex 2019 is committed to providing tremendous business opportunities and fostering new ideas to drive digital transformation for the textile industry. Under the theme of “Smart Textile and Garment Technology - Smart Life Style”, ZhejiangTex 2019 will be grandly held on 16-18 May 2019 at Yiwu International Expo Centre in Zhejiang. It is expected to gather more than 350 exhibitors to showcase the newest technologies and most innovative products, ranging from raw materials, designs to textile and fashion related products, creating a one-stop information and trading platform to lead the future of textile and fashion industries.

4 Thematic Zones Covering the Whole Industrial Chain of

Knitting, Garment and Printing Smart Technologies

ZhejiangTex 2019 will feature four thematic zones include Knitting & Hosiery, Textile Printing Industry, Sewing & Automatic Garment Machinery and Knitting Products to cover the entire spectrum of the supply chain.

A series of high quality and innovative raw materials, machinery and textile products will be highlighted there, leading the global manufacturers to achieve the ultimate goal of “higher value-added and quality products”. The exhibits are as follows:

The 20th China Yiwu International Exhibition for Knitting & Hosiery Machinery:Seamless Underwear Machinery, Knitting and Hosiery Machinery, Flat and Warp Knitting Machinery, Knitting and Weaving Finishers, Packaging Machinery Machinery for Winding, Texturing and Twisting.

The 6th China Yiwu International Trade Fair for Textile Printing Industry:Printing Machinery, Printing Materials, Finished Printed Products, etc.

The 2nd China Yiwu International Trade Fair for Knitting Products:Yarn and Knitted Raw Materials, Underwear, Bras, Swimsuit, Beachwear, Sportswear and Loungewear Hosiery, Gloves, Scarves and Hats, Curtains, Cloth Crafts and Knitted Home Textiles, Laces, Ribbons and Embroidery, Accessories such as Zippers, Straps, Labels, Buttons and Clothes Hangers, etc.

The 9th China Yiwu International Exhibition for Sewing & Automatic Garment Machinery:Cutting Machinery, Laser Processing Machinery and CAD/CAM System, Sewing Machines and Accessories, Embroidery and Quilting Machinery, Post-sewing, Conveying and Ironing Equipment, Braiding and Zipper-making Machinery, Logo Printing Machinery.

Pre-register Now for Free Admission

ZhejiangTex 2019 is now open for free visitor registration on www.ZhejiangTextile.com, attend the 3-day grand event and meet with the industry professionals to seize business opportunities!

“Production is a product”

From technical textiles and AI-driven robotics to the limitations of textile circularity: Professor Dr Thomas Gries looks back on more than two decades of development at ITA Aachen. In the interview, he explains why production technology remains a decisive success factor, discusses international collaborations and innovation ecosystems, and shares his views on the transformation of production landscapes and the challenges facing an increasingly regulated industry.

“We need to move away from the price trap and return to a value-driven mindset.”

With its new Textile Innovation Center, KARL MAYER is sending a strong signal for innovation, collaboration, and the future of textile applications. In this interview, Karl Josef Mayer discusses new opportunities in warp knitting, the processing of staple fibres, recycling, the changing role of machinery manufacturers, and why the textile industry must once again focus more strongly on the value of textiles. by Oliver Schmidt

“Innovation, resilience and international experience remain the great strengths of the Swiss textile machinery industry”

Geopolitical uncertainty, growing competitive pressure from China, new free trade agreements and the shift towards a circular economy are currently reshaping the global textile industry. In this interview, Cornelia Buchwalder discusses the current mood within the Swiss textile machinery sector, the industry’s distinctive innovative strength, new market opportunities in India and Asia, and the technological trends that could shape the upcoming trade fair cycle leading up to ITMA 2027.

ITMA 2027 gains strong momentum

In line with the theme "Co-creating the future of textiles", ITMA continues to strengthen its support for start-ups, recognising their role in driving innovation and shaping the future of textile and garment manufacturing. Through the Start-Up Valley, emerging companies gain access to a global marketplace where they can connect with industry leaders, potential partners, investors and customers.

Countdown to Textiles Recycling Expo 2026: Brussels prepares for Europe’s textile recycling gathering

With only two weeks remaining until the start of the second edition of the Textiles Recycling Expo 2026, preparations are entering the final phase. The exhibition and conference, dedicated exclusively to textile recycling and circularity, will take place on 24–25 June 2026 at Brussels Expo and is expected to attract stakeholders from across the textile recycling value chain.

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles unveils Trends 2027 alongside new lifestyle zone and product expansion

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Autumn Edition 2026 will spotlight forward-looking design directions and evolving consumer demand, as the global home and lifestyle market continues to adapt to sustainability priorities, emotional well-being, and diversified living spaces. Taking place from 18 – 20 August 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), the fair will present its latest trend theme, ‘BREATHE UP!’, developed in collaboration with leading international trend forecaster NellyRodi™ Agency, alongside expanded product categories, and the debut of the Home Textiles Lifestyle Zone.

New spinning package with two-step filtration for recycled yarns and more

At the ITM in Istanbul, BB Engineering unveiled its new, patented ValuePack spinning package for the first time, which features a two-stage filtration system. This is particularly beneficial for re-cycling processes. Until now, spinning packs have used either metal powder (“sand”) or filter candles as filter media. Both options are suitable for differ-ent applications, and each has its own specific advantages and dis-advantages.

Mongolia: Workshop on Italian textile technologies kicks off in Ulaanbaatar

The workshop dedicated to Italian textile technologies will kick off in Ulaanbaatar from 21 to 23 June 2026. Focused on the most advanced innovative solutions for the textile industry, the initiative will bring together 13 Italian textile machinery manufacturers, confirming the growing interest in strengthening industrial cooperation between the two countries and highlighting Mongolia’s strategic importance for Italian textile machinery producers.

The textile industry in transition

Recycling, traceability, eco-design and digitalisation are among the key future challenges facing the European textile industry. The Erasmus+ project Skills4Circularity, involving 21 partners from twelve countries, is investigating the skills required to address these challenges. As the German industry partner, the Industry Association for Finishing – Yarns – Fabrics – Technical Textiles (IVGT) is bringing the industry’s perspective to the project.