#ITM 2024

2024-06-05

ITM 2024 opened its doors with record visitors from 74 countries

Bringing together textile technology leaders, global investors and professional visitors from all over the world, ITM 2024 Exhibition opened its doors with a record number of exhibitors and visitors from 74 countries. Having attracted thousands of international visitors on the first day of the exhibition, ITM 2024 is preparing to break new records in terms of company diversity, number of exhibitors and visitors.

The opening ceremony of ITM 2024 International Textile Machinery Exhibition and HIGHTEX 2024 Technical Textiles and Nonwovens Exhibition, organized by Teknik Fair Inc. and Tüyap Tüm Fuarcilik Yapim A.S. in cooperation with TEMSAD between June 4-8, was held at Tüyap Fair and Congress Center.

High Interest to ITM 2024 from Sector Unions and Associations

The opening ceremony was attended by the presidents of associations and unions from Turkey and around the world, as well as senior executives of many local and foreign companies. Necip Güney, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Teknik Fairs, stated that although it was the first day of the fair, they were very happy that international visitors from 74 countries came to ITM 2024 Exhibition. Stating that thousands of professional visitors and global investors will visit ITM 2024 Exhibition for 5 days, Güney said, “The interest shown in our exhibition on the first day made us and our exhibitors very happy. The intense interest shows that we will host thousands of international visitors from Europe to Asia, from the Middle East to North Africa, from Turkic Republics to the Balkans. We manage ITM Exhibitions with a professional team of approximately 1000 people. The increase in the number of exhibitors and visitors every year shows that our efforts have not been in vain. I would like to thank all our industry stakeholders and teammates who contributed to this success. I would also like to express my gratitude to our valuable exhibitors and visitors who came from miles away to witness this great meeting in our country.”

Textile Technology Leaders Make Their World Launches at ITM 2024

ITM 2024 Exhibition, which will last for five days at Tüyap Fair and Congress Center; will host the world launches of leading brands in the field of textile technology. Aiming to create a billion-euro business volume with machine sales and new collaborations, ITM 2024 will accelerate the textile machinery industry.

Organized with the motto 'Discover the Future' this year, ITM 2024 Exhibition will offer an unmissable opportunity for those who want to discover the latest innovations in the sector, establish new business contacts and shape the textile world of the future together. Delegations and global textile investors from many countries where textiles are active such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan, India and Egypt will prefer ITM 2024 Exhibition. Company owners who will be able to get information from experts about the technologies they will use in their factories will develop their products and direct their investments.

Sustainable Denim Technologies at ITM 2024

The 'Denim Technologies Special Section', which will enable companies in the denim sector to introduce their sustainable innovations and latest technologies to the whole world, will guide customers and brands looking for reliable information on sustainable products. The specialized hall, where the latest technologies for the sector will be exhibited; will also offer a great opportunity for its visitors.

Technical Textiles of the Future at HIGHTEX 2024

HIGHTEX 2024 International Technical Textiles and Nonwovens Exhibition, the first and only exhibition of its kind in Turkey, is organized simultaneously with ITM 2024. HIGHTEX 2024, which hosts nonwoven products, raw materials used in production and the latest technologies in the field of technical textiles, will accelerate the technical textile industry thanks to new collaborations. HIGHTEX 2024 will showcase a wide range of products from medical textiles produced with advanced technology to high-performance materials used in the aviation and automotive industry, from hygiene products to innovative solutions developed for the agriculture and food industry.

ITM 2024 is open

ITM 2024 Exhibition, one of the most important meeting points of textile technology leaders, opens its doors. ITM 2024 Exhibition, which will bring together textile technology manufacturers, global investors and professional visitors from all over the world, will accelerate the economy with the billion euro business volume it will create thanks to machine sales and new collaborations.

ITM 2024 preparing to break new records with the number of exhibitors and visitors

The countdown has started for ITM 2024, one of the most important meeting points of textile technology leaders. ITM 2024, which will bring together technology manufacturers, global investors and professional visitors from all over the world, is preparing to break new records with the diversity of exhibitors, visitor profile and the business volume it creates.

The Address of innovation and investment in textile technologies: ITM 2026

Sales for ITM 2026, one of the world’s most comprehensive and prestigious exhibitions in textile technologies, are continuing at full steam. The record number of exhibitors and visitors achieved at ITM 2024 once again proved the industry’s confidence and the commercial success of the exhibition; meanwhile, the strong interest shown in ITM 2026, to be held on 9-13 June 2026, has far exceeded expectations.

Fruitful discussions and an attention-grabbing innovation showcase

At this year's ITM, the KARL MAYER GROUP once again demonstrated that it is a reliable partner for its customers, especially in difficult times. At this year's trade fair, the majority of visitors came from Turkey. In particular, the number of trade visitors from North Africa and Central Asia was lower than usual. Nevertheless, the KARL MAYER GROUP trade fair team was able to report successes.

Testing and research laboratory ensures safe and more sustainable products worldwide

For 80 years, Hohenstein has stood for independent testing, scientific expertise and practical solutions. Today, the testing and research service provider supports manufacturers and brands worldwide in making textiles, hardlines and medical devices safe, more sustainable and market-ready – thereby building trust among consumers. With an international presence and interdisciplinary expertise, Hohenstein supports its customers from production through to market launch, helping them navigate an environment of growing regulatory and societal demands.

Perfect quality through collaboration: Machinery from Trützschler, Toyota and Murata at Zirve Tekstil

In today’s textile industry, excellence is not achieved by chance – it’s the result of deliberate decisions, technical expertise, and the courage to go beyond conventional paths. The Turkish company Zirve Tekstil has done just that: by combining the best technologies from Trützschler, Toyota and Murata, they’ve created a production setup that delivers outstanding yarn quality – recognized worldwide.

Engineering depth and diversity for composites

Airbond is the latest member of the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) to receive recognition for contributions to the composites industry. The engineering firm based in Pontypool, South Wales, has just received the Make UK Energy and Sustainability Award for its Lattice 3D Printing project.