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bluesign to showcase sustainable textile solutions at Intertextile Shenzhen and Shanghai 2025

The global authority on sustainable textile production and chemical management, bluesign is pleased to announce its participation as an exhibitor at both Intertextile Shenzhen (June 11 - 13, 2025) and Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics - Autumn Edition (September 2 - 4, 2025), marking the company's inaugural collaboration with these leading global textile trade fairs.

Intertextile Shenzhen, held at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center (Futian), and Intertextile Shanghai, hosted at the National Exhibition and Convention Center, are among the most influential platforms in the textile industry, attracting thousands of exhibitors and visitors worldwide. These events serve as pivotal venues for industry stakeholders to explore innovations, forge partnerships, and discuss the future of textiles.

At both fairs, bluesign will present its comprehensive suite of sustainable textile solutions, emphasizing its commitment to environmental responsibility, impact reduction, and resource efficiency. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with bluesign experts and learn about the company's latest initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable practices across the textile supply chain.

In addition to its exhibition presence, bluesign will contribute to the fairs' fringe programs by hosting speaking engagements. These sessions will delve into topics such as sustainable manufacturing to reduce impact on people and the planet, chemical management, and the importance of transparency in the textile industry.

"Our participation in Intertextile Shenzhen and Shanghai underscores bluesign's dedication to driving sustainable transformation within the textile sector," said Daniel Rüfenacht, CEO at bluesign. "We look forward to engaging with industry peers, sharing our expertise, and fostering collaborations that advance responsible textile production."

bluesign invites all brands, manufacturers, and industry professionals to visit its booths at Intertextile Shenzhen and Shanghai to discover how the company is shaping a more sustainable future for textiles.

Event Details:

Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics

Dates: June 11–13, 2025

Location: Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center (Futian), Shenzhen, China

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition

Dates: September 2–4, 2025

Location: National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai, China


For more information about bluesign and its participation in these events, please visit www.bluesign.com.



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