#Textiles & Apparel / Garment

2021-05-05

"Textech Galaxy” will organize a series of presentations at ShanghaiTex 21

The 20th International Exhibition on Textile Industry (ShanghaiTex 2021) will be grandly held on 23-26 November 2021 at Shanghai (Pudong) New International Expo Centre. It is expected to gather a number of global leading textile and fashion suppliers to showcase a range of intelligent textile technology, innovative health and green technology, inspiring the future for the textile and fashion industry.

Gather Technological Innovation of Textile Fashion

Cross-border Cooperation and Transformation

“Textech Galaxy” Two Highlighted Events

Healthcare in the New Normal? Explore "Fashion Textile x Artificial Intelligence"

“Textech Galaxy” as the strategic partner of ShanghaiTex, will organize a series of presentations and professional forums to explore three major highlights with the visitors: Healthcare, Green & Recycle and Artificial Intelligence, gathering leaders, brands, executives, scholars, entrepreneurs, designers, and enthusiasts in the traditional and emerging industries globally, in order to ignite future trend and open up exciting conversations, triggering a revolutionary change in the industry.

2021 International Healthcare and Textile Sci-Tech Innovation Conference

As more people pursue for a healthy life, the field of functional textiles will continue to develop. “TexTech Galaxy” will organize 2021 International Healthcare and Textile Sci-Tech Innovation Conference with The China Health Care Association Textile Branch during ShanghaiTex, in the form of display and conference. This year, the conference set antibacterial and antiviral materials as the main themes, this allows the material experts to discuss how to use innovative textile technology to wear healthy clothes during day and night, providing an open platform for healthy functional textile enterprises to exchange information.

The 3rd Artificial Intelligence on Fashion & Textile International Conference (AIFT 2021)

The academic research of artificial intelligence (AI) and its application in the fashion and textile industries have become a hot topic, related technologies such as big data of textile and apparel, e-commerce of apparel, personalization, and supply chain optimization have all received great attention from the industry. AIFT 2021 will be organized by the National Dong Hwa University, Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence in Design Limited (AiDLab) and ShanghaiTex; co-organized by the AIFT Alliance, Journal of Donghua University (English Edition) and Textech Galaxy on 24-25 November 2021 at the Shanghai (Pudong) New International Expo Centre. The event will provide a platform for researchers, engineers and industry professionals in the field of AI and fashion textile to exchange and discuss on the development of cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology and practical applications in the fashion and textile industry, creating opportunities for academia and industry to establish cooperative relationships and find global partners.

9 Thematic Zones in ShanghaiTex 2021

Assist you in finding Cutting-edge Textile Technology and Life Applications

Nonwovens & Techtextile Zone (NEW)

Textech Galaxy / Textech Startup Planet (NEW)

Spinning, Man-made Fibre & Techtextile Machinery Zone

Weaving Machinery Zone

Spare Parts and Accessories for Textile Machinery Zone

Knitting & Hosiery Machinery Zone

Printing, Dyeing & Finishing Machinery Zone

Digital Printing Machinery Zone

Dyestuff & Textile Chemicals Zone

Online + Offline Events Driving the Industry Forward under Covid-19

Other than the exhibition?ShanghaiTex 2021 will co-organize a range of online events with "Textech Galaxy", helping visitors to connect with textile professionals and innovation leaders. Browse the show websites of ShanghaiTex and "Textech Galaxy" to learn more about the exhibition and events. Seize the opportunity to keep yourself updated with the industry trends, we look forward to seeing you in our events!

"ShanghaiTex" is sponsored by Orient International (Holding) Co., Ltd., China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Shanghai Sub-council and China Chamber of International Commerce Shanghai Chamber of Commerce. And it is organized by Shanghai Textile Technology Service & Exhibition Co., Ltd., Shanghai International Exhibition Co Ltd and Adsale Exhibition Service Ltd.

“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.

C&S strengthens its governance to support its evolution

C&S announces the appointment of Marco Lucietti to its Board of Directors. With extensive international experience across the textile and denim industries, Lucietti will work alongside CEO Federico Corneli, contributing to the company’s managerial development, organizational structure and long-term strategic direction.

Carrington Textiles publishes third Sustainability Report

Carrington Textiles has announced the publication of the third Sustainability Report from the RTS Textiles Group, highlighting another year of progress towards more responsible manufacturing across its global operations. The report outlines continued investment in technologies and initiatives designed to improve environmental performance and support long-term business resilience across the Group’s manufacturing facilities in the UK, Portugal and Pakistan.

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.

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris highlights evolving global sourcing landscape

From 31 August to 2 September 2026, Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris will bring together more than 1,000 international exhibitors at Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre. This edition reflects the new global balance of textile and apparel sourcing, highlighting a strong diversity of sourcing countries — some unexpected.

Rieter sees Barmag integration on track as orders and sales rise

The first half of 2026 was shaped by the successful completion of the largest acquisition in Rieter’s history. The Man-Made Fiber Division enables entry into the growth segment of man-made fibers and sustainably strengthens Rieter’s market position in the Asia region. The expanded Group is now the world’s leading system supplier for the processing of natural and man-made fibers. In the first half of the year, initial cost savings in material costs and operating expenses have already been realized. The targeted synergies are expected to amount to at least CHF 20 million by the end of the 2028 financial year. Due to the completion of the acquisition on February 2, 2026, the first half of the year for the Man-Made Fiber Division only amounts to five months.