#ITMA 2019

2019-06-22

India ITME Society connecting with industry at Barcelona 2019

India ITME Society, the apex non-profit industry body from India organized “India Networking Programme” at Barcelona coinciding with ITMA-2019 on Saturday, 22nd June 2019. This Networking programme was held with the purpose of highlighting the strengths and opportunities offered by India, home to 2nd largest textile market in the world.

The evening was graced by H.E. Mr. Sanjay Verma, Ambassador of India to Kingdom of Spain as the Chief Guest & Mr. Uday Gill, CEO Fibres, Indorama Ventures Ltd. & Mr. Govind Venuprasad, Co-ordinator, ITC as the Guests of Honour. Amongst the other dignitaries were H. E. Mr. Luis Valeriano González, Hon. Consul General of India to Spain along with 170 representatives from International Associations, Companies & Media Personnel from 24 Countries attended this business gathering.

On the occasion, Mr. S. Hari Shankar Chairman of India ITME Society announced 2 global events:

ITME Africa-2020 from 14-16th Feb. 2020 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
India ITME-2020 from 10-15th Dec.2020 in Greater Noida, India

India ITME-2020 which is a flagship event is focused on customer outreach and customer connect in India and South East Asian regions. “The importance of this event to the region is apparent from the fact that within 24 hours of opening the booking on 20th May 2019, over 15000 sq meters was booked & 100 Percent payments received from participants across the globe” said Mr. S. Hari Shankar.

A complete spectrum of 21 exhibiting chapters from fibre to finished goods shall be showcased at India ITME 2020, making it a key business event for Textile Engineering Industry.

11th edition of the ITME series shall be spread across 235,000 Sq meters in the brand-new state of the art modern facility; with participation from 1800 plus exhibitors and over 150,000 visitors from over 100 countries around the globe. INDIA ITME 2020 shall provide ultimate platform for product launches and successful connect with India’s domestic market as well as access to the entire region.

The 2nd event announced to the international Media and guests was ITME Africa 2020 which is strategically formulated and hosted in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This event was conceptualised & launched in order to open up Africa to technology revolution in textiles, thereby creating future opportunities for textile engineering industry & opening a new market in the years to come.

ITME AFRICA 2020 is poised to be more than a routine exhibition. It proposes to bring to the table: complete solutions to Textile industry development in the continent through affordable technology, International exposure, Skill development through seminars and conferences, confluence of business houses, investment opportunities, Joint ventures, Access to Finance and Networking platforms with technocrats and educational institutes. Overall, paving the way for a wave of knowledge, progress, growth and prosperity to the entire continent.

This event shall cater to the technology demand for all of Africa’s textile nations, said Mr. S. Hari Shankar, Chairman, India ITME Society.

This prestigious International Textile engineering exhibition is supported by Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Engineering Exports promotion council (EEPC, Govt of India), Federal Republic of Ethiopia, Ethiopian Textile Industry Development Institute and the International Trade Centre (ITC).

Following the global announcement in Spain, a series of Road shows are scheduled from August 2019 onwards in South Africa, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Kenya, Zambia, Botswana, Ethiopia & Egypt to bring all of Africa under one roof for sourcing Textile Technology & Engineering solution.

Both the global events are strategic efforts by India ITME Society to enable Textile and Textile Engineering Industry to Explore, Expand and Strengthen their respective market positions both in developed markets as well as developing markets. “Consolidate Your Market Leadership With India ITME 2020” & “Expand your Global Footsteps In New Markets With ITME AFRICA 2020”

For a successful textile entrepreneur ensured presence in both these events are highly essential & unavoidable especially in today’s highly competitive environment.

India ITME Society pushes trade & technology alliances in Singapore

India ITME Society hosted India Networking Program - Fabricating the Future of Textile Industry- From Heritage to High-Tech” on 29th October 2025 at Singapore an exclusive gathering of Ministry of Textile Officials, Embassy Officials, Entrepreneurs, Technocrats, Industry Organizations and Media Personnel's designed to foster collaboration, exchange ideas and explore opportunities in the Indian Textile & Textile Engineering Sector.

India ITME Society brings a global stage for textile innovation & collaboration with GTTES 2025

The Indian International Textile Machinery Exhibitions Society (India ITME Society) yet another time is poised to take the textile industry by storm with the third edition of the Global Textile Technology & Engineering Show (GTTES 2025), a landmark event for the textile industry from the 21st to 23rd February 2025 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon (East), Mumbai, India. This event by the India ITME Society promises to be a global platform for the textile industry and engineering sector across the world showcasing the latest advancements, innovations, and opportunities with the aim to redefine global textile innovation.

“Action helps us change what we do!”

DAY 0 takes place deliberately before PERFORMANCE DAYS begins. It is conceived as a space for reflection, dialogue and active engagement — a moment to pause before the fair, rethink established systems and address sustainability not as a trend, but as a fundamental transformation challenge. Under the guiding metaphor “Turn the Tap Off”, DAY 0 focuses on root causes rather than symptoms, systemic change rather than isolated solutions, and collective responsibility rather than individual silos.

Pets in fashion: functional and sustainable textiles find new market at Intertextile Apparel

China’s pet economy is booming, especially amongst younger generations, and pet apparel – from designer outfits to functional garments – was a RMB 3.5 billion (over USD 500 million) market in 2024, growing more than 20% annually¹. To help exhibitors harness this trend, Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition 2026 will launch the Pet Boutique, presenting a range of innovative, sustainable materials that prioritise both functionality and comfort for pets.

VAUDE eliminates PFAS from all products

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are now detectable worldwide – in drinking water, soil and the human body. These so-called “forever chemicals” are considered hazardous to health and potentially carcinogenic, as they do not break down and remain in the environment permanently. Despite these risks, PFAS are still used in a wide range of products. More than 15 years ago, VAUDE made a strategic decision to gradually eliminate PFAS from all product categories.

Lenzing AG to become majority owner of TreeToTextile AB and accelerates industrialization of new fibers

The Lenzing Group is taking another strategic milestone by acquiring a controlling majority in the Swedish innovation company TreeToTextile AB. This step strengthens Lenzing’s position as a leading provider of sustainable, wood‑based specialty fibers and expands its innovation pipeline with a highly scalable, patent‑protected technology platform. The transaction is executed through the issuance of new shares.