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Texhibition Istanbul: Global showcase of the textile industry

The textile world is set to gather once again in Istanbul for the 8th edition of Texhibition Istanbul Fabric, Yarn, and Textile Accessories Fair from September 10 to 12, 2025 organized by ITKIB Fairs Inc. on behalf of the Istanbul Textile Exporters’ Association (ITKIB). Texhibition has become a central hub of the global textile industry: it combines production excellence, innovation, and sustainability with an export-driven focus, securing its place among the leading international trade fairs.

A Platform for growth and global connections

Texhibition Istanbul strengthens Türkiye's role as a Global Textil Hub

Texhibition Istanbul continues to expand because it brings together Türkiye’s powerful textile sector with international buyers in one of the world’s most dynamic markets. The September 2025 edition will host over 500 exhibitors across 40,000 square meters, attracting more than 25,000 visitors from the European Union, United Kingdom, United States, North Africa, and the Middle East. This global reach makes the fair a gateway for companies aiming to expand into new markets and strengthen their international presence.

© 2025 Texhibition Istanbul
© 2025 Texhibition Istanbul


The fair highlights the industry's growing focus on sustainability and innovation, from digital printing technologies to the use of recycled fibres and environmentally friendly production methods underscoring Türkiye's commitment to align with global trends.

Türkiye, the world's fifth-largest textile exporter, second largest supplier to the EU with an annual export of $11.5 billion, achieved approximately $27 billion in textile and apparel exports in 2024, underlining its significance in global trade.

Strategically situated between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Türkiye gains a logistical and geographical advantage, offering brands shorter lead times, supply reliability, and responsiveness in an increasingly volatile trade environment. Looking ahead, the Turkish textile and ready-to-wear sectors are projected to reach a production volume exceeding $80 billion in 2025, supported by structural reforms, sustainability, and branding efforts.

Comprehensive product spectrum

Texhibition inspires and creates business opportunities presenting the entire textile value chain under one roof. The fair showcases a broad portfolio of products, including Woven, Knitted, Yarn, Embroidery, Printing, Accessories, Denim, and Artificial Leather. Market leaders like Sanko, Kasar & Dual Textile, ?SKUR Group, Küçükçal?k Textile, Sökta?, Sasa, ?peker and Antik Dantel will show their latest innovation at Texhibition.

With this comprehensive offering, professionals from apparel production, retail, distribution, and design gain direct access to high-quality suppliers and innovations that drive the industry forward.

Trend Areas: Inspiration meets innovation

Texhibition has become a destination for creativity and transformation, it goes beyond trade to highlight future-oriented solutions and design directions. Special zones such as the Trends Lab, Innovation Hub, ReValue Stock Hub, and Blue Black Texhibition offer visitors a unique journey into the latest trends, sustainable technologies, and innovative design practices.

The trend areas, seminars and panels will highlight sectoral innovation and future visions. While showcasing the strengths of traditional textiles, it also attracts attention with groundbreaking solutions in the field of technical textiles.

Thus, the fair is not only a marketplace for establishing business connections, but also an international platform that fosters dialogue and strengthens the industry’s vision of responsibility. In this way, Texhibition presents not only Türkiye’s production capacity, but also its design intelligence and innovative approach to global buyers.

© 2025 Texhibition Istanbul
© 2025 Texhibition Istanbul


Blue black texhibition: The denim playground (Hall 7)

Türkiye’s global leadership in denim is reinforced, Texhibition Istanbul provides a stage for the sector’s strongest players. In the Blue Black Texhibition zone, leading manufacturers like Bossa, ISKUR, Atlas Denim, Isko, Realtex will showcase the newest sustainable fabrics, technologies, and designs, underscoring why Türkiye remains a driving force in the international denim industry. This hub celebrates heritage while embracing innovation, ensuring denim continues to be one of the most dynamic segments of global fashion.

Innovation hub: Innovation and textiles of the future (Hall 8)

From smart textiles to biotechnology-based fabrics, from digital manufacturing to AI-driven processes, the Innovation Hub showcases the vision of the future of textiles. Curated under the creative direction of Arzu Kaprol and Filiz Tunca, this space serves as an inspiring platform where technology and creativity intersect.

Trends Lab: The story of trends (Halls 4 and 5)

(Woven Trends Area Hall 5 – Knitwear Trends Area Hall 4)

Designed around a new theme at each edition, the Trends Lab transforms fabrics into storytellers and makes trends tangible in a unique experience space. With themes ranging from digitalization to sustainability, this area not only showcases products but also inspires visitors by presenting a vision for the future of industry.

A must-attend for industry visionaries

Texhibition Istanbul is indispensable, it unites the entire textile ecosystem in one place, enabling efficient sourcing, strategic networking, and creative inspiration. It attracts a uniquely diverse audience of decision-makers, including:

+ Apparel producers and international brand managers

+ Retail and chainstore executives

+ Online sales and merchandising platforms

+ Importers, wholesalers, and distributors

+ Designers, fashionbrands, and influencers

+ Boutique store owners and global buyers

By convening such a broad spectrum of professionals, Texhibition Istanbul makes it possible to establish valuable partnerships, discover market-shaping trends, and secure business opportunities that influence the future of the textile industry worldwide.

Robust market performance amid challenges

Despite global headwinds, Türkiye’s textile and raw materials exports reached $7.6 billion in the first eighths months of 2025, marking a 1.2 % increase year-on-year, while accounting for 4.3 % of national exports. Notably is the strong growth in emerging markets: exports to Africa surged 19.1 %, and to Asia 26%.

“Texhibition Istanbul has rapidly developed into one of the most important global platforms for the textile industry. With every edition, we not only connect Türkiye’s strong and diverse manufacturers with international buyers, but also demonstrate how innovation, sustainability, and creative vision can shape the future of textiles. We are proud that Texhibition has become a driving force in global trade and will continue to play a leading role in guiding the international textile industry into its next chapter.” Ahmet Öksüz, Chairman of ?TH?B.



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