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The global network for technical textiles and textile processing.

The future of textiles is created where research, materials, manufacturing, and products come together. New textile materials, technologies, and fields of application are brought to life while demonstrating how these innovations can be implemented industrially through modern solutions for processing, automation, and finishing.

With 13 events in 8 countries, the global Texpertise Network makes innovative developments in technical textiles and textile processing accessible worldwide — showcasing what modern textiles are capable of today.

Blue Crystal for Technical Textiles and Textile Processing

Are you familiar with Techtextil in Frankfurt? Then experience, for example, Techtextil North America in Atlanta — one of the leading platforms for technical textiles and textile innovation in the United States. Gartex Texprocess India also brings together modern technologies, textile processing, and innovative solutions for the apparel and textile industry in the Indian market.

Discover the international brands of the Texpertise Network and find the right events for your needs.

Texpertise trade fairs worldwide

Explore international Texpertise Network events focused on technical textiles, textile processing, innovative materials, and modern production technologies. The interactive map allows users to explore events worldwide by region, market, and industry sector.

Upcoming trade fairs

Cinte Techtextil China

Cinte Techtextil China

Cinte Techtextil China in Shanghai is the leading trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens in Asia. As the sister event of Techtextil in Germany, it showcases the latest textile technologies and applications while connecting international industry experts, innovators and business opportunities across the Asian market from 1 to 3 September 2026.

Texprocess Addis Abeba

Texprocess Addis Abeba

From 12 to 15 November 2026, Texprocess Addis Ababa takes place as part of the Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week (ASFW). Licensed to Trade and Fairs East Africa Ltd., the event is a key part of ASFW and an important sourcing platform for the African continent. Sustainable production conditions, competitive energy costs and a growing textile industry make Ethiopia a strategically attractive location for fashion brands.

Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT)

Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT)

From 26 to 28 February 2027, the Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) brings together the entire textile value chain in Vietnam. As a comprehensive trade fair for the ASEAN region, it covers apparel fabrics and fashion, home and contract textiles, as well as technical textiles and technologies. VIATT thus provides a key platform for the international textile and apparel industry.

Insights from the world of interiors and home living

Texpertise supports the international textile industry not only through its events, but also year-round with current industry topics, trends, innovations, and expert insights.

Texpertise Network

With more than 60 international textile events in 15 countries, Messe Frankfurt is the global market leader for textile trade fairs. Throughout the year, Texpertise provides in-depth information on current industry topics, market developments, and a supplier directory featuring around 11,000 established brands and companies.

Texpertise covers the entire textile value chain – from research and development to yarns, fabrics, apparel and fashion, as well as home and household textiles, technical textiles, and processing and cleaning technologies.

More information: Texpertise Network – unites the whole textile sector

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