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The Technology Hub for global denim trends: ITM 2026

Renowned for eco-friendly, certified denim solutions, Türkiye is driving the shift toward greener production. The latest water- and energy-saving denim technologies will be showcased at ITM 2026, highlighting the country’s role at the forefront of sustainable textile innovation. © 2025 ITM 2026
The ITM 2026 International Textile Machinery Exhibition, to be held at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center in Istanbul from June 9–13, 2026, brings together groundbreaking technologies in denim production. From smart production systems to eco-friendly raw materials, from digital washing solutions to laser effect technologies, innovations that will shape the future of denim will be showcased for the first time at ITM 2026.


Türkiye is the EU's most important supplier of denim fabric

With its advanced technology, strong logistics infrastructure, and high-quality, flexible, fast, and error-free production capabilities, Türkiye is among the top choices for international denim fabric manufacturers, thanks to the quality of its denim fabrics.

Thanks to its strong fabric infrastructure and designers, Türkiye is a supplier of many world-renowned denim brands and leverages its proximity to Europe as a geographical advantage. According to the World Denim Fabric Sector Foreign Trade Report published by the Istanbul Textile and Raw Materials Exporters' Association (ITHIB), Türkiye is among the EU's most important denim fabric suppliers. Single-handedly accounting for 25.4 percent of the EU's denim fabric imports in 2024, Türkiye ranks fourth globally with an export performance of $291 million. In addition to denim fabric, Türkiye is also a major player in the ready-to-wear sector. With $3.5 billion in denim apparel exports in 2024, Türkiye ranked fourth globally and is the second-largest supplier to the EU market, following Bangladesh.

Eco-friendly and sustainable Turkish denim: The preference of global brands

Türkiye, known for producing high-quality denim fabrics, is not only creating world-renowned brands but also developing technologies to produce denim through eco-friendly methods while maintaining the centuries-old tradition of denim. Turkish denim manufacturers, with the motto "Respect for the environment, respect for the world," are at the forefront of sustainable denim production. Collaborating with international certification organizations, Turkish manufacturers are leading the way by producing collections made from 100% organic and 100% recyclable fabrics.

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ITM 2026: Mayer & Cie. Global presents itself successfully at international industry trade fair

Mayer & Cie. Global has used ITM 2026 in Istanbul for its first major international appearance since the restart. Together with the Turkish representative Mayer Mümessillik, the company presented its premium circular knitting machines "Made in Germany", explained its future positioning within the group of companies and held talks with customers and representatives from numerous markets. The response to the restart was positive. The clear orientation of the company, the reliable worldwide network of representatives and the resumption of service and spare parts supply were welcomed by customers.

The latest innovations in denim technologies will be showcased at ITM 2026

ITM 2026, one of the most prestigious meeting points for the global textile technologies sector, will host cutting-edge technologies covering every aspect of the textile production chain, from weaving and knitting to dyeing and printing. One of the most anticipated sections of the five-day fair will be "Denim Technologies." This special section, which will cover all stages of denim production, including washing, dyeing, finishing, laser cutting, sustainable chemicals, and digital solutions, will shed light on the future of the denim industry by focusing on sustainable production, energy efficiency, and eco-friendly innovations. From water- and energy-saving machines to digital washing and laser effect systems, from dyeing technologies that minimize chemical use to automation solutions, groundbreaking innovations in denim production will be showcased at ITM 2026.

With 25.4% of the EU’s denim fabric imports and a strong global export performance, Türkiye has become a key partner for international denim brands thanks to its high-quality production, advanced technology, and strategic proximity to Europe. © 2025 ITM 2026
With 25.4% of the EU’s denim fabric imports and a strong global export performance, Türkiye has become a key partner for international denim brands thanks to its high-quality production, advanced technology, and strategic proximity to Europe. © 2025 ITM 2026




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