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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

    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.

    Gartex Texprocess Kolkata

    From 22 to 24 January 2027, Gartex Texprocess India will make its debut in Kolkata, expanding its presence into Eastern India. Jointly organised by Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd and MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd, the new edition will bring together companies from the textile and apparel industry with technology providers and buyers. The focus will be on modern machinery, innovative manufacturing technologies, fabrics and accessories. The trade fair will thus provide a new platform for business networking, innovation and growth in the region.

    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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