#Texprocess 2026

2026-03-02

Texprocess 2026: market overview for strategic future investments

At Texprocess 2026, 200 exhibitors from 28 countries will be represented. In a challenging market environment, the leading trade fair is a constant and reflects progress in textile processing – driven by automation, digitalisation and AI. In addition, international start-ups present their ideas and meet partners from industry and research. Techtextil takes place in parallel with an optimised hall layout.

Those investing in new processing technologies today are strengthening the future viability of their companies. New technologies offer solutions to a wide range of requirements – from increased efficiency and enhanced quality to optimised use of resources. At Texprocess, from 21 to 24 April 2026, visitors find a comprehensive market overview for these investment decisions. The leading international trade fair brings together 200 exhibitors from 28 countries at the Frankfurt exhibition grounds. The most represented exhibitor nations are Germany, Italy, Taiwan, Turkey and Great Britain. New exhibitor countries are Australia, Finland, Slovakia and Hungary.

Exhibitors include both long-standing customers and new participants. Again represented are e.g. bullmer (Germany), Brother Internationale Industriemaschinen (Germany), Eton Systems (Sweden), Kai Corporation (Japan), Morgan Tecnica (Italy), Style3D | Assyst (Germany), Veit (Germany) and Zünd (Germany). New exhibitors include e.g. Amann & Söhne (Germany), Coats Group (Great Britain), Melco International (Switzerland), NedGraphics (USA), Ozbilim (Turkey), Pathfinder Australia, PGM System (China) and Robotextile (Germany).

Up-and-coming newcomers are also showcasing their solutions at Texprocess. In the Start-up Stars area, participants include, among others, ProMSD – Pusztay (Slovakia), Prodactive Solutions (Belgium), Qsee.ai (Hong Kong) and White Pattern (Germany). Here, they connect with partners from industry and research.

Across 15 product groups, visitors discover new perspectives for their business. They compare solutions along the entire process chain – from CAD/CAM to cutting, sewing, embroidery and finishing. This forms the basis for investment decisions. For example, visitors benefit from the world’s most comprehensive range of cutting technologies. New exhibitors in this segment include Anhui Han-Bond Technology (China), Comelz (Italy), Cutting Edge Automation Machines (Italy) and Sheffield Cutting Equipment (USA).

Texprocess exhibitors present state-of-the-art processing technologies and world premieres for a wide range of requirements – whether for increasing efficiency or the precise processing of high-tech materials for extreme applications.

Efficient processing technologies, digital processes and AI-optimised workflows drive the future viability of the industry.

“Texprocess shows us the opportunities that new technologies offer to many companies. Investing in fast, connected and cost-efficient systems enables businesses to future-proof their production. Especially in light of current challenges such as volatile tariff policies, skilled labour shortages and persistently high energy costs, performance-optimised machinery and processes provide a decisive competitive advantage,” says Sabine Scharrer, Director Brand Management Technical Textiles & Textile Processing, Messe Frankfurt.

Rewarded innovations

Texprocess is the industry’s most important platform for experiencing innovations first-hand. The Texprocess Innovation Award showcases particularly outstanding ideas – selected by a renowned jury of experts. The focus is on solutions for quality enhancement, digitalisation and AI, as well as ecological and economic optimisation. The number of submissions has increased. What unites the selected innovations is their transformative impact on the textile industry. Guided tours to the award winners’ stands offer an in-depth insight into these developments.

Expert knowledge and best practices

At the Texprocess Forum, leading industry experts come together to discuss topics ranging from sustainable processing to AI-driven solutions. Selected presentations include: “AI for fashion – an E2E Ecosystem from Digital to Physical” (Gerhard Karl, Style3D | Assyst) or “Modernizing Fashion Manufacturing Without Major Investment: A Scalable Path to Industry 4.0” (Gregory Gueret, Lectra).

The entire textile production process in one place

Techtextil, the leading trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens, takes place in close proximity to Texprocess. The two events cover the entire textile production process. Together, they bring more than 1,700 exhibitors to the Frankfurt exhibition grounds. Texprocess visitors find high-tech materials for their applications at Techtextil. Of particular relevance to the apparel industry: the Performance Apparel Textiles product segment is newly positioned in Hall 9.0 of Techtextil. Thereby it moves even closer to Texprocess in Hall 8.0. For visitors, this means: short distances and additional networking opportunities.

Texprocess takes place from 21 to 24 April 2026.

Messe Frankfurt and Supima introduce Prefab – a new curated fabric sourcing event in New York City

Messe Frankfurt is expanding its international textile network with the launch of Prefab, a new boutique-style sourcing event dedicated exclusively to high-quality fabrics. Taking place 19-20 January 2027 at the Altman Building in New York City, the event will bring selected Supima member fabric mills together with senior designers, fabric directors, product developers and sourcing decision-makers from premium and luxury brands. With a carefully curated exhibitor line-up and a targeted visitor approach, Prefab is designed to create a focused business setting in which material quality, expertise and meaningful exchange take priority over scale.

Heimtextil expands Bed, Bath & Living with new ‘Comfort & Connect’ area

Heimtextil is expanding its product range for Bed, Bath & Living in a targeted manner: ‘Comfort & Connect‘ is creating a new meeting place in the foyer of Hall 5.1 for high-quality bed, bath and lifestyle collections. Following on from ‘Sleep & Meet‘, this is now the second area where Heimtextil is further refining its offering for exhibitors and buyers. The new area brings together established brands, high-profile returning exhibitors and international buyers in a central location with easy access.

Global carpet industry smartly connected: Heimtextil 2027 sharpens Carpets & Rugs with new structure and premium segment

Even more efficient, more targeted and closer to the market: Heimtextil 2027 strengthens its position as the leading meeting place for the global carpet industry and further expands Carpets & Rugs in line with market needs. With a stronger focus on distribution channels, the segment integrates into Heimtextil’s product worlds.

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris highlights evolving global sourcing landscape

From 31 August to 2 September 2026, Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris will bring together more than 1,000 international exhibitors at Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre. This edition reflects the new global balance of textile and apparel sourcing, highlighting a strong diversity of sourcing countries — some unexpected.

Sustainable embroidery materials and digital finishing attract attention at GUNOLD booth

More exhibition space, more visitors, and a high level of international participation: GUNOLD’s concept for this year’s Texprocess 2026, which took place in Frankfurt am Main from April 21 to 24, 2026, was a complete success. “Our decision to showcase our entire product range alongside application examples and expert tips was very well received,” says Marketing Director Stephan Gunold, delighted with the positive outcome of the trade show. The focus was particularly on the Stockstadt-based company’s sustainable products as well as its laser, engraving, and sublimation services.

Asia's fashion extravaganza CENTRESTAGE returns in September

Asia’s premier annual fashion event CENTRESTAGE--organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 2 to 5 September. One of the flagship programmes of the third "Hong Kong Fashion Fest", CENTRESTAGE will bring together some 270 brands from 24 countries and regions and will feature more than 40 spectacular events, including over 30 fashion shows.

SAITEX reports efficiency gains and greater transparency in 2025 Impact Report

Vietnam-based denim manufacturer SAITEX has published its 2025 Impact Report, documenting progress in resource efficiency, chemical management, digital traceability and knowledge sharing across its manufacturing operations in Vietnam and the United States. Rather than focusing on sustainability ambitions, the report presents operational data, manufacturing developments and lessons learned from the past year.

Aid by Trade Foundation presents annual report for 2025: Market position and impact of sustainably verified natural fibres strengthened

Despite global supply chain challenges, the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) was able to further expand its international role in promoting sustainably verified natural fibres in 2025. In doing so, the foundation remains true to its fundamental approach of leveraging market forces. Last year, it generated total revenues of EUR 7.8 million; this included EUR 6.7 million collected through the successful marketing of four standards: Cotton made in Africa (CmiA), CmiA Organic, The Good Cashmere Standard (GCS), and the Regenerative Cotton Standard (RCS). AbTF invested the resulting income in projects aiming to protect biodiversity, support women, increase transparency in the textile supply chain, and implement its verification system.

Barmag presents metering pump solutions at ASE China

From September 15 to 17, 2026, Barmag’s Pumps Division will present its solutions for the precise delivery and metering of adhesives, sealants, and other high-viscosity media at ASE China at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. The focus of the exhibition will be on high-precision gear metering pumps that help plant managers sustainably optimize material usage, process stability, and product quality. (Booth E4235).