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#ITMA 2027

Get into pole position for ITMA 2027: German technology delegations open for pre-registration

International textile manufacturers can now pre-register for the Global Textile Technology Mission, taking place in Germany from 12 to 17 September 2027. Four thematic technology routes will provide selected participants with first-hand insights into leading German textile machinery manufacturers and research institutes ahead of ITMA 2027 in Hanover. The deadline for expressions of interest is 11 December 2026.

The initiative is part of the Foreign Market Entry Programme for SMEs, financed by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy and supported by the VDMA Textile Machinery Association.

Organised by COMMIT Project Partners in cooperation with InfoAid, the programme offers international textile manufacturers the opportunity to visit VDMA member companies and textile research institutes at their own premises. Participants will be able to explore technological developments, establish direct contacts and continue discussions during ITMA 2027.

Four technology routes covering the textile value chain

The programme is structured around four thematic routes, allowing participants to select the areas most relevant to their operations:

  • Spinning, winding & nonwovens
  • Knitting, weaving & braiding
  • Dyeing, finishing, coating & process control
  • Textile recycling & circularity

Company visits will provide insights into the development and manufacturing of textile machinery, while research institutes will present their current research activities and approaches to technology transfer.

The combination of industrial and scientific expertise is intended to help participants identify technological solutions and potential cooperation opportunities.

Preparing for ITMA 2027 through direct industry exchange

Under the motto “Pole Position”, the delegations aim to give participants a head start before ITMA 2027 by providing deeper technological insights and establishing contacts ahead of the exhibition.

The programme includes a welcome dinner in Frankfurt with participating VDMA member companies and research institutes, scheduled company and institute visits, local transport as specified in the programme, visa support, and business matching and networking opportunities at ITMA 2027.

Networking Lunch Talks during the exhibition will offer additional opportunities to continue discussions with technology providers and research partners.

From Frankfurt to Hanover: The programme schedule

The draft itinerary begins with participants arriving in Frankfurt on 12 September 2027, followed by a welcome dinner.

Company and research institute visits are scheduled for 13 and 14 September. Participants will then travel to Hanover on 15 September, where further networking activities, including the Pole Position Lunch Talks, will take place at ITMA on 16 September.

The official programme concludes on 17 September, after which participants can continue their individual visits to ITMA 2027.

(© 2026 VDMA)
(© 2026 VDMA)


Pre-registration open until 11 December 2026

The programme is aimed at decision-makers from textile manufacturing companies, including mill owners, CEOs, managing directors, technical directors, plant managers and specialists responsible for production, automation, digital transformation, sustainability, quality and energy management.

Interested companies can submit a non-binding expression of interest and indicate their preferred technology route.

Pre-registration deadline: 11 December 2026

Registration: https://commit-group.com/ITMA-2027/

Places are limited, and participation is subject to selection. Pre-registration does not constitute confirmation of participation. The organisers will contact interested companies with further details.

Participants are expected to cover their own accommodation and living expenses during the programme.

Further information about ITMA 2027 is available at https://www.itma.com.



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