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HIGHTEX 2026 9-13 JUNE 2026 ISTANBUL

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The global meeting point of the technical Textiles and nonwoven industry: HIGHTEX 2026

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One of the world’s most prestigious technical textiles and nonwoven exhibitions, the HIGHTEX 2026 International Technical Textiles and Nonwoven Exhibition, is preparing to open its doors to industry professionals at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center in Istanbul between June 9–13, 2026. Bringing together manufacturers, technology developers, and global buyers from all around the world in the field of technical textiles, HIGHTEX 2026 will be an important platform showcasing the sector’s innovative solutions and paving the way for new collaborations.

As the first and only international exhibition in Türkiye dedicated to technical textiles and nonwovens, HIGHTEX will once again bring together all stakeholders of the industry under one roof in 2026. A wide range of products and technologies—from nonwoven products to raw materials used in production, from advanced manufacturing systems to high-performance technical textile applications—will be showcased at the exhibition.

Visit HIGHTEX 2026 easily with discounted online invitations

The online invitation system offers significant advantages for industry professionals who wish to visit the HIGHTEX 2026 International Technical Textiles and Nonwoven Exhibition. Visitors who would like to experience the exhibition on site can benefit from discounted entry by creating their online invitations.

Visitors who obtain an online invitation can enjoy fast-track access at the entrance while also gaining the opportunity to explore the latest technologies in the technical textiles and nonwoven sectors under more advantageous conditions. Industry professionals can easily create their invitations to visit the exhibition through the HIGHTEX 2026 website:

For an online invitation: https://www.hightex.com.tr/e-davetiye/

Innovative technologies and the technical textiles of the future

Today, technical textiles provide critical solutions for many strategic industries such as healthcare, automotive, aviation, construction, agriculture, and food. HIGHTEX 2026 Exhibition will stand out as one of the most important showcases of this transformation. At the exhibition; medical textiles produced with advanced technologies, high-strength industrial and automotive textiles, hygiene products, filtration systems, geotextiles, smart textiles, and technical textile solutions for the food and agriculture sectors will be presented to visitors.

At a time when technical textile and nonwoven products are increasingly integrated into various industries, HIGHTEX 2026 will be an important meeting point where innovations shaping the future of the sector are introduced. The next-generation production technologies and sustainable material solutions to be exhibited at the exhibition will further expand the areas of application for technical textiles.

Global collaborations and new investment opportunities

HIGHTEX 2026 will not only offer participating companies the opportunity to showcase their products but will also provide the chance to establish a strong business network. Industry professionals, manufacturers, and investors coming from different parts of the world will be able to establish new commercial connections through B2B meetings to be held throughout the exhibition.

Machine sales, new investment decisions, and international collaborations expected to take place during HIGHTEX 2026—where the latest developments in textile technologies will be closely followed—are anticipated to make significant contributions to the growth of the technical textiles and nonwoven industry both in Türkiye and worldwide.

The World’s technical textile professionals will meet in Istanbul

The increasing strategic importance of technical textiles in the global industry continues to raise interest in the HIGHTEX Exhibition each year. In line with the strong demand from leading manufacturers, technology companies, and new entrepreneurs in the sector, HIGHTEX 2026 is expected to reach a high occupancy rate.

Located at the intersection of Europe and Asia and standing out with its international transportation advantages, Istanbul continues to be a strategic hub for global exhibition organizations. The visa facilitation provided by Türkiye for many countries and accessible travel opportunities make it easier for industry professionals from around the world to attend the exhibition. Thousands of visitors and exhibitors from many countries—from America to Asia and from Europe to Africa—will come together in Istanbul within the scope of HIGHTEX 2026 to discover the latest technologies and business opportunities in the technical textiles and nonwoven sector.

Professionals visiting the exhibition will have the opportunity to closely examine innovative products, obtain information from experts about the latest technologies, and develop strategic collaborations for the global market.



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