#Market Analysis & Forecasts

2021-11-25

Global Smart Textiles Market Report 2021-2027 - Miniaturization of electronics and rapidly expanding fashion & entertainment industry driving growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

The "Smart Textiles Market: Global Market Size, Forecast, Insights, and Competitive Landscape" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The global smart textile market is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 29.6% during 2021-2027

This report on global smart textile market report provides holistic understanding of the market along with market sizing, forecast, drivers, challenges, and competitive landscape. The report presents a clear picture of the global smart textile market by segmenting the market based on type, functionality, end-use, and region.

Also, detailed profiles of companies operating in the smart textile market are provided in this report.

Company Profiles

• Adidas AG

• AiQ Smart Clothing Inc.

• Clothing+

• Dupont De Nemours Inc

• Gentherm Incorporated

• Google LLC

• Interactive Wear AG

• Ohmatex A/S

• Schoeller Textil AG

• Sensoria Inc

• Texas Instruments Incorporated

• Textronics

• Vista Medical Ltd

Market Drivers

• Rise in Penetration of Advanced Technology

• Rapidly Expanding Fashion & Entertainment Industry

• Miniaturization of Electronics

Market Challenges

• High Production Cost

• Lack of Standards and Regulations

Historical & Forecast Period

• Base Year: 2020

• Historical Period: 2016-2019

• Forecast Period: 2021-2027

Key Topics Covered:

1. Preface

1.1 Objective

1.2 Target Audience & Key Offerings

1.3 Report's Scope

1.4 Research Methodology

1.5 Assumptions

2. Key Insights

3. Global Smart Textiles Market

3.1. Introduction

3.2. Market Drivers

3.3. Market Challenges

4. Global Smart Textiles Market Analysis

4.1. Market Portraiture

4.2. Market Size

4.3. Market Forecast

4.4. Impact of COVID-19

5. Global Smart Textiles Market by Type

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Passive Smart Textile

5.3. Active Smart Textile

6. Global Smart Textiles Market by Functionality

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Sensing

6.3 Energy Harvesting

6.4 Luminescence and Aesthetics

6.5 Thermoelectricity

6.6 Others

7. Global Smart Textiles Market by End-Use

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Military and Protection

7.3 Healthcare

7.4 Sports and Fitness

7.5 Fashion and Entertainment

7.6 Transportation

7.7 Architecture

7.8 Others

8. Global Smart Textiles Market by Region

8.1 Introduction

9. SWOT Analysis

10. Porter's Five Forces

11. Market Value Chain Analysis

12. Competitive Landscape

12.1 Competitive Scenario

12.2 Company Profiles

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“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.

Fluff pulp market maintains steady growth

Despite being impacted by political and economic woes, the global fluff pulp market in 2024 will reach 7.3 million air dried tonnes with a value of $9.7 billion, according to a new Smithers produced study, The Future of Fluff Pulp to 2029. This is up from 6.2 million air dried tonnes valued at $5.5 billion in 2019.

More patterns, less effort: the MULTI-MATIC® at Rohleder

Rohleder is one of Europe’s most modern weaving mills. For over 80 years, the family-owned company has been developing and manufacturing premium fabrics for brands, retailers and private customers – 100% Made in Germany. This success is made possible by a consistent focus on design, quality, and functionality, as well as by continuous investment in state-of-the-art production facilities. Rohleder also relies on innovative technologies in warp preparation and has been collaborating with KARL MAYER for many years. As recently as 2023, a MULTI-MATIC® was delivered to the company’s headquarters in Konradsreuth.

BASF opens global diaper and superabsorbents performance lab in Mumbai

BASF has officially inaugurated its new Performance Lab for diapers and superabsorbents (SAP) in Mumbai on August 18, 2026, which will provide technical and application services to superabsorbent customers globally. The new lab of BASF’s Hygiene Solutions business has been established in less than a year and is part of BASF’s Innovation Campus Asia Pacific in Mumbai, BASF’s second largest R&D site in Asia Pacific established in 2017 under BASF Chemicals India Private Limited.

Naia™ from Eastman strengthens western hemisphere textile connections at Apparel Sourcing Show Guatemala

As brands and retailers explore more diversified and responsive sourcing networks, the Naia™ brand from Eastman is strengthening its engagement with the textile and apparel value chain across the western hemisphere. From August 18–20, the company will participate for the first time in Apparel Sourcing Show Guatemala, a regional meeting point for apparel sourcing, manufacturing and nearshoring.

Dornbirn GFC 2026 expands conference program with new thematic sessions

For 65 years, Dornbirn GFC has stood for innovation and is one of the world’s leading conferences in the fiber industry. From September 16 to 18, 2026, the international fiber community will meet in Dornbirn, Austria, to discuss current trends, technological developments, and forward-looking solutions. More than 600 experts from industry and academia from over 30 countries are expected to attend. With around 100 presentations by renowned speakers, a 2,5-day conference program, and three parallel presentation rooms with moderated sessions, Dornbirn GFC provides a first-class platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and international collaboration. Together, participants will generate ideas and impulses that will sustainably shape the future of the global fiber industry.