#Carpets

2025-05-08

DOMOTEX maintains its leading market position

Preparations for DOMOTEX 2026 are in full swing, and the positive response to the new concept confirms the relevance of the world’s leading trade fair for carpets, flooring and interior finishing. The newly introduced participation formats, in particular, have been well received by the market. In addition, strong partners such as DECOR-UNION and MEGA have reaffirmed their cooperation with DOMOTEX.

Retailers Park format, will be further developed in 2026 © 2025 Deutsche Messe

Retailers Park: Successful Concept to be expanded

The proven Retailers Park format, which already served as a central meeting point for retailers and craftsmen last year, will be further developed in 2026. With DECOR-UNION and MEGA once again on board, two strong partners will offer a unique platform for networking and industry exchange. A new, craftsman-oriented area called “The Work Shop” will showcase products, techniques, and innovations from Retailers Park exhibitors on a daily basis.

Strong Partnerships as a Key Success Factor

One of DOMOTEX’s key success factors is its extensive partner network. By working closely with national and international multipliers, the trade fair continues to expand its global visitor outreach. Several new partnerships have recently been formed, including with the European DIY Retail Association (EDRA), the German DIY, Building and Garden Trade Association (BHB), the Federal Association of Wholesale, Home & Colour (GHF), and the Manufacturers Association for Home & Garden. These collaborations offer exhibitors greater visibility and extend the reach for showcasing innovations and new solutions.

Flexible Participation Ooptions for every Budget

Especially in economically challenging times, many companies need to carefully plan their trade fair participation. DOMOTEX therefore offers cost-optimized participation options for almost all special formats. Whether it's the Wall & Colour Park, Architects Space, DIY Boulevard, or Retailers Park – these formats allow exhibitors to make a strong impression even with smaller, more focused presentations.

“We understand that investments in trade fair participation must be considered carefully. That’s why we’ve developed flexible participation models that make it possible for any company to be part of DOMOTEX – regardless of budget or stand concept. DOMOTEX provides a platform for all those who want to actively shape the future of the market,” says Sonia Wedell-Castellano, Global Director DOMOTEX. She adds: “This makes it all the more important that DOMOTEX delivers compelling, relevant content – topics that matter to the industry and offer concrete answers to today’s challenges.”

Integration of Privacy and Sun Protection Solutions

One such topic is the integration of privacy and sun protection systems, which will be a core element of the DOMOTEX 2026 concept. In addition to design aspects, the increasing importance of energy-efficient solutions is coming to the forefront. Modern systems such as blinds, shutters, and smart shading solutions play a key role in optimizing indoor climates by reducing energy consumption for heating and cooling. Given the growing demand for sustainability and energy efficiency, this segment is becoming an essential part of holistic living and working space solutions – a development that DOMOTEX 2026 actively reflects.

With such forward-looking content and a clear thematic focus, DOMOTEX continues to strengthen its role as a trendsetter and source of inspiration for the industry. Thanks to its strategically aligned concept, strong partners, and wide international reach, DOMOTEX maintains its leading market position – and promises to deliver a unique trade fair experience once again in 2026.

DOMOTEX 2026 gains momentum

DOMOTEX 2026 in Hannover is experiencing strong exhibitor demand. The expanded concept focusing on holistic interior design is receiving broad approval across the market. Companies such as Kronospan, Weitzer Parkett, Amorim, Unilin, Classen, Saint-Gobain, and many others have already confirmed their participation.

The Carpets & Rugs Edition: Four days of efficient business

In January next year, DOMOTEX will set in motion a new two-year cycle: from 2025 onwards, the Carpets & Rugs Edition will be a central meeting place for the world of carpets at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds in all odd-numbered years. In 2026, as in all even years, DOMOTEX will once again bring together the entire international floor coverings industry under one roof.

Object Carpet tests production of rPET BCF yarn on Neumag BCF line

In a joint project with Object Carpet GmbH, Denkendorf; the Institute for Textile Technology (ITA), Augsburg; and Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen GmbH (NGR), Feldkirchen, Austria, Barmag investigated the processing of recycled polyester for BCF yarn. The goal was to evaluate the fundamental suitability of 100% recycled carpet material for reuse in carpet yarn production to create a closed-loop system in carpet manufacturing. To date, commercial rPET BCF processes have been based solely on rPET from bottle pellets.

Vandewiele Group presents integrated textile innovations at ITM 2026

At ITM 2026 in Istanbul, the Vandewiele Group will showcase a broad portfolio of weaving, carpet and textile machinery technologies under the theme “Textile Innovations Together”. From 9 to 13 June 2026, the Group will present solutions from its brands Vandewiele, Savio, IRO and BMSvision in Hall 7 / Booth 710A.

Tradition and Innovation – Phoenox Textiles Ltd. relies on state-of-the-art carpet back-coating line from Brückner

For more than 70 years, Phoenox Textiles Ltd. has been synonymous with quality, reliability, and inno-vation in the textile industry. Founded in 1954 in Huddersfield (Yorkshire, UK), a region with a long tradition in textiles, this family-owned business has continued to evolve without losing sight of its roots. Today, in its fourth generation under the leadership of the Mosley family, Phoenox successfully combines decades of experience with a clear, forward-looking corporate strategy.

Saurer Technologies Twisting Solutions at ICFE 2026

Saurer Technologies Twisting Solutions, a global leader in textile machinery innovation, will be present at the International Carpet and Flooring Expo ICFE 2026. Join us January 6–9 at the Istanbul Expo Center, Türkiye, as industry leaders, manufacturers, and innovators gather to explore the latest breakthroughs in carpet and flooring technology. Let’s meet at the new established global Center of the Carpet Sector in hall 3, booth 300!

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.