#Textile processing

2024-12-12

Intense visitor application to Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition

The online invitation system of Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition, where the latest technologies in the garment and ready-to-wear sector will be exhibited, has recently opened. Visitors from both Turkey and around the world quickly showed their interest in the exhibition. As soon as the system was opened, professional visitors including hundreds of people from countries such as England, India, Australia, Pakistan, Tunisia, Egypt, Kuwait, Greece, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and China filled out the online invitation form. This intense attendance reveals once again how important Garment Tech Istanbul has become on a global scale.

Garment Tech Istanbul Garment, Embroidery Machinery Spare Parts and Sub- Industry Exhibition, Turkey's only and most comprehensive meeting point in the field of garment technologies; will be held at Istanbul Expo Center between 25-28 June 2025. Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition, which will shape the garment industry; will bring together hundreds of leading domestic and foreign brands, investors and professional visitors from all over Turkey and the world.

With the open of the online invitation system that will enable visitors to take their place in this unique meeting that will shape the future of the industry, the global reach of the exhibition is expanding day by day. Intense requests from around the world reinforce Garment Tech Istanbul's reputation in the industry once again. Visitors can register by clicking on the e-invitation link to easily enter the exhibition and avoid waiting in long queues. After filling out the information form, the e-invitation is sent to the visitor by e-mail. With this e-invitation, a badge can be obtained at the entrances of the fairground and visitors can enter Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition out of turn.

Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition promotional video is online

The advertising and promotion activities of Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition, which will host leading machinery manufacturers, suppliers and global buyers in Istanbul for 4 days, continue at full steam. In this context; the promotional video prepared with the motto 'Innovative Touch to Fashion' was published on the website and social media accounts. The video, which was published in Turkish and English, was highly appreciated by industry representatives in a short time.

The promotional video, which begins with the words “Ready-to-wear is the product of a long journey where designs created by artisans meet modern technology”, reflects this year's theme of the exhibition and gives clues about how technology is reshaping fashion.

In the promotional video of Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition, which is preparing to introduce the latest technologies in the sector from sewing to embroidery, cutting to ironing systems, packaging to printing to the world; it is emphasized that Turkey will announce its leadership in textile and ready-to-wear to the whole world and will be the center of innovation. The video also gives the message that Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition, which brings together hundreds of exhibitors, thousands of visitors and investors from all over the world, will contribute to the trade volume with new collaborations.

The promotional video of Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition can be viewed on the website and social media accounts such as YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.

Shedding light on future garment technologies

Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition will not only bring together industry professionals, but will also shed light on future garment technologies in all aspects from production to design, software solutions to digitalization. The exhibition will offer participants the opportunity to meet different innovations and see the latest developments in the sector. In this way, all companies participating in the exhibition will take important steps towards gaining competitive advantages in the global market.

Garment Tech Istanbul Exhibition will create unique opportunities not only for exhibitors but also for visitors. Thanks to innovative machines and smart production solutions, companies will have the chance to accelerate their production processes and increase their productivity. In addition, it will enable companies to gain a stronger position in the market by offering the opportunity to follow the trends in the sector.

The LYCRA Company expands its co-creation vision through an immersive Lifestyle District at Intertextile Shanghai.

The LYCRA Company, a global leader in fiber and technology solutions for the apparel industry, is reimagining the trade show experience at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics Autumn Edition, which opened today in China. Building on the success of last year's ALL IN concept, the company has expanded its co-creation vision into a 356-square-meter Lifestyle District featuring partners Jingzili New Material, JYT Textile, Lianxingfa Knitting, and Trend Textile. The district is part of a larger 895-square-meter pavilion showcasing a total of 19 co-exhibitors. Together, they demonstrate how innovations in fiber, fabric, and garments can be combined to create compelling solutions for both work and play.

Plastic-free stretch technologies drive new direction for denim innovation

As the denim industry looks for ways to reduce its reliance on synthetic fibres, plastic-free stretch technologies are gaining momentum. Developments based on mechanical fabric construction and natural rubber are demonstrating that comfort and stretch can be achieved without conventional elastane, supporting both recyclability and circular product design.

"Dynamic markets do not only create uncertainty – they also create opportunities."

Volatile markets, increasingly complex materials and growing demands for flexibility are changing the weaving industry. At the same time, new opportunities are emerging in technical textiles, filtration, composites and many other specialised applications. Since taking over as Head of DORNIER's Weaving Machines Product Line at the beginning of 2026, Yvonne Schuberth has been helping to shape this development. In this interview with TexData, she explains why process stability and customer proximity remain the foundation of innovation, how digitalisation is transforming weaving mills, and why she believes the future belongs to technologically demanding applications.

YKK launches no. 3 size of QuickFree® click-TRAK® magnetic zipper globally

YKK Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Koichi Matsushima; hereafter, YKK) has begun the global rollout of the No. 3 size of its QuickFree® click-TRAK® Magnetic zipper, expanding availability beyond China for the first time. While maintaining the same functionality and ease of operation, the No. 3 size is approximately 60% the size of the No. 5 size *1. This enables applications in lightweight garments, sportswear, hooded apparel, and other similar uses.

Fashion for Good launches DW(O)R-X to navigate the emerging landscape of PFAS-free finishes

Fashion for Good announced the launch of Project DW(O)R-X, a collaborative initiative designed to benchmark PFAS alternative durable water- and oil-repellent (DW(O)R) chemistries. Responding to growing market demand for alternatives to PFAS‑based finishes, the project aims to generate reliable, comparable data that can support informed sourcing decisions and the assessment of emerging chemistries.

YKK develops concept EXCELLA® zipper tape using nonwoven fabric partially derived from used clothing

YKK Corporation has developed a concept version of its premium EXCELLA® zipper series made from nonwoven fabric sheets created by fiberizing used clothing and other textile materials. Based on a proposal by fashion designer Yuima Nakazato, this item was created as a result of collaboration between Nakazato, Seiko Epson Corporation and YKK. The concept zipper was incorporated as a material component for pieces in the newest YUIMA NAKAZATO Couture Collection, “INFERNO,” which was unveiled in Paris, France on July 8, 2026.

Dedicated car seat model of SHIMA SEIKI’s P-CAM® R Cutting Machine unveiled

Leading Japanese textile solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. of Wakayama, Japan, showed a special version of its P-CAM® R multi-ply computerized cutting machine dedicated to the production of car seats for the first time, at a private exhibition held over two days on Thursday, July 2nd and Friday, July 3rd at the Kariya City Industrial Promotion Center in Aichi Prefecture.

Ready for the future: PI Cottex chooses Brückner again for reliable quality and efficiency

PI Cottex, based in Ludhiana in the Indian state of Punjab, has developed into a leading manufacturer of high-quality knitted fabrics in recent years. Thanks to consistent vertical integration, modern pro-duction technologies and a clear focus on quality, the company supplies renowned national and inter-national clothing brands. In this interview, the team at PI Cottex talks to Brückner about its market strategy, future growth plans and its long-standing partnership with the German premium machinery manufacturer.

Hong Kong strengthens position as Asia's leading sustainable fashion hub

Hong Kong's position as one of Asia's most prominent sustainable fashion hubs has been further strengthened, with the HKTDC ESG Index 2026 released by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) for the fashion industry rising to 65.5 in 2026, up 2.3 percentage points from 2025. The increase reflects growing industry confidence in Hong Kong as a premier platform for sustainable fashion development and ESG-related business opportunities.