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#HIGHTEX 2024

Technologies shaping the future of technical textiles at HIGHTEX 2026 exhibition

The HIGHTEX 2026 International Technical Textiles and Nonwoven Exhibition, the first and only exhibition in Turkiye on its subject, will open its doors at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center between June 9-13, 2026. The exhibition will bring together leading technical textile and nonwoven technology manufacturers from all over the world and will host revolutionary innovations, especially in the fields of nonwoven fabrics and smart textiles, shaping the future of the industry.
The next HIGHTEX 2026 Exhibition will be once again a powerful event for the nonwovens and technical textiles industries © 2025 Teknik Fuarcilik INC
The next HIGHTEX 2026 Exhibition will be once again a powerful event for the nonwovens and technical textiles industries © 2025 Teknik Fuarcilik INC


Revolutionary developments in nonwoven fabric production

Nonwoven fabric production, a pioneer of innovation in the textile sector, has seen significant technological advancements in recent years. Unlike traditional weaving and knitting methods, these fabrics, created by directly bonding fibers, are revolutionizing various industries, from automotive to medical, hygiene to agriculture.

Artificial intelligence and automation supported nonwoven production technologies to be exhibited

HIGHTEX 2026, one of the most prestigious technical textile and nonwoven exhibitions in the world, will focus on the latest technologies used in nonwoven fabric production. Next-generation nonwoven production techniques, designed with sustainability-focused innovations to minimize environmental impact, smart production systems integrated with Industry 4.0 that enable faster and more efficient production of nonwoven fabrics, and AI-supported quality control and automation solutions will take center stage at HIGHTEX 2026.

Fabrics of the future: The latest trends in smart textiles

The integration of technology into the textile industry takes on a new dimension with the rise of smart textiles. Among the innovative production technologies for smart textiles are nanotechnology, embedded sensors, heat- and pressure-sensitive fibers, and wireless-connected fabrics. HIGHTEX 2026 will be a great discovery space not only for designers and manufacturers but also for technology enthusiasts. The exhibition will feature cutting-edge materials developed for the geotextile, medical textile, aerospace, and automotive industries, as well as special textile solutions for hygiene products and the agriculture and food sectors, providing professionals the opportunity to closely explore the latest technologies.

New trade networks and investment opportunities for industry professionals

HIGHTEX 2026 will not only offer participants the opportunity to showcase their products but will also provide opportunities for new collaborations and networking. The leading manufacturers and suppliers in the sector will meet with professional visitors during the exhibition, creating a chance to establish permanent and productive business connections. B2B meetings held during the exhibition will allow companies to strengthen their commercial relations on a global scale. With the opportunities offered by HIGHTEX 2026, both the technical textile industry in Turkiye and worldwide will experience significant growth momentum through machine sales and new investment decisions.

A unique opportunity to see the latest technologies up close and get insights from experts

HIGHTEX 2026 will bring together industry professionals from all over the world in Istanbul. Visitors from different regions, from America to Asia, Europe to Africa, will have the opportunity to discover the latest innovations and technologies in the sector during the exhibition. Those visiting this global meeting point will also have the chance to gain in-depth knowledge of technical textiles and nonwoven industries and receive strategic advice from experts.



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#ITM 2026

ITM 2028 opens exhibitor registration following successful 2026 edition

Following the successful conclusion of ITM 2026, preparations for the next edition of the International Textile Machinery Exhibition are already underway. The organisers have officially opened exhibitor registration for ITM 2028, which will take place from June 13–17, 2028, at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center in Istanbul.

#ITM 2026

ITM 2026 concludes with strong visitor interest and robust trade volume despite global uncertainties

ITM 2026, one of the world's most prestigious organizations in the field of textile technologies, concluded with remarkable success. Held during a period of global economic fluctuations, regional uncertainties, and postponed investment decisions, ITM 2026 once again demonstrated the strength and future-oriented spirit of the textile technology sector. Welcoming 48,257 professional visitors and investors from 105 different countries, ITM 2026 provided momentum to the textile sector as an event where billions of euros worth of machinery sales and significant business collaborations were realized.

#ITM 2026

ITM 2026 makes happy participants with its international and qualified visitor profile

ITM 2026 International Textile Machinery Exhibition, one of the most prestigious meeting points of the textile machinery sector, attracted attention in its first three days, particularly with its diverse international visitor numbers. Industry professionals from all over the world had the opportunity to closely examine the latest technology machines and solutions displayed in operation. Thousands of visitors from approximately 100 countries, primarily Egypt, Pakistan, India, Uzbekistan, Syria, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia, met at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center for new investment and cooperation opportunities.

#ITM 2026

Global Mmeeting of textile technologies, ITM 2026, attracts great interest

ITM 2026, one of the world's most prestigious organizations in the field of textile technologies, opened its doors with the participation of over 1,000 companies and company representatives from 59 countries, as well as thousands of professional visitors from nearly 100 country. Attracting thousands of international visitors on its first day, ITM 2026 once again demonstrated its status as a global meeting point for the textile industry with its advanced technologies on display, newly established business connections, and record-breaking international participation.

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#Digital Printing

Mimaki to spotlight latest sustainable solution at Heimtextil 2025

Mimaki Europe, a leading provider of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and 3D printers, announces its attendance at global textile tradeshow, Heimtextil 2025 (Frankfurt, January 14th-17th). The show, as the world’s largest trade fair for home and contract textiles, will give Mimaki the opportunity to demonstrate its latest sustainable innovation, TRAPIS, at its booth in Hall 3.0 Stand B96.

#ITM 2024

ITM 2024 Final Assessment Report is published

The highly anticipated final assessment report of ITM 2024 International Textile Machinery Exhibition, which brought the world textile technology leaders together in Istanbul for 5 days, has been published.

#HIGHTEX 2024

Global meeting point of technical textiles and nonwovens industry

HIGHTEX 2024, one of the world's most prestigious technical textile and nonwoven exhibition will open its doors to visitors on 4-8 June 2024 at Tüyap Fair and Congress Center. HIGHTEX 2024 Exhibition, which will bring together the industry's leading manufacturers, innovative technology companies and global buyers, will accelerate the technical textile industry thanks to new collaborations.

#ITM 2024

Providing Turkey's visa facilitation will make ITM 2024 a global destination

Leading textile machinery manufacturers, global industry investors and professional visitors will meet at ITM 2024 to see the latest textile technologies. The fact that the textile manufacturers of the countries that have visa problems when travelling to Europe will not have this problem when coming to Istanbul will increase the number of exhibitors and visitors of ITM 2024 Exhibition.

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#Research & Development

ALADIN paves the way for circular and demand-driven textile production in Europe

Textile production can be organized sustainably by utilizing short supply chains and preventing overproduction. This can already be achieved today by intelligently connecting and efficiently utilizing existing infrastructure. At the same time, production becomes circular when innovative technologies and materials are used that enable high-quality recycling. The ALADIN research project, launched in May 2026 and co-funded with five million euros under the EU Horizon Europe program, is creating the conditions for this.

#Nonwovens

Katharina Obergruber appointed to the Management Board of Sandler AG

The Supervisory Board of Sandler AG has appointed Katharina Obergruber to the company’s Management Board. Effective September 1, 2026, the Board will consist of Philipp Ebbinghaus (CEO), Dr. Ulrich Hornfeck (currently CCO, future COO), and Katharina Obergruber (CCO). Katharina Obergruber, currently Chief Sales Officer Hygiene and member of the Management Team of Sandler AG, will assume responsibility for all sales activities as Chief Commercial Officer. She will assume this role from Dr. Ulrich Hornfeck, who will focus primarily on production and supply chain topics.

#Recycling / Circular Economy

Ence and ShareTex begin initial testing of the ATENEA innovation project to promote textile recycling in Spain

Ence and ShareTex are making progress on the Atenea R&D project, which aims to develop a complete value chain for textile recycling in Spain. Specifically, the goal of the ATENEA project—which is funded by the Center for Technological Development and Innovation (CDTI)—is to connect all the necessary stages for the recovery of textile waste, from collection and management, through recycling and transformation into new raw materials, to their incorporation into new textile products.

#Recycling / Circular Economy

DePoly Inaugurates its Showcase Plant in Monthey Switzerland

What if used plastic bottles, PET packaging material and polyester textiles could become raw materials just as high performing as virgin resources? That is the ambition of DePoly, a circular materials company based in Sion, Switzerland which inaugurated its Showcase Plant in Monthey on July 6th & 7th. The first depolymerization facility of its kind and scale in Switzerland, this industrial Showcase Plant represents a major milestone in the company's growth and its journey toward commercialization.

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