Mar 02, 2026 (MarketLine via COMTEX) --
Texhibition Istanbul will return for its ninth edition from 4 to 6 March 2026 at the Istanbul Expo Center, where more than 500 exhibitors are set to present their latest products and innovations across a space of 40,000m2.
Organised by ITKIB FairsAon behalf of the Istanbul Textile ExportersaEUR(TM) Association (ITHIB), Texhibition Istanbul expects to receive over 25,000 visitors from regions including theAEU,AUK,AUS, North Africa, and the Middle East.A
Industry leaders such as Altin Yildiz, Arikan,ABtdATekstil, CanATekstil, Iskur Boya,AKipas, Marsala, Mem Textile,AYA 1/4nsaAandAZorluteksAwillAparticipateAin the exhibition, introducing developments in areas ranging from woven and knitted fabrics to yarns, embroidery, printing, accessories,AdenimAand artificial leather.AA
The exhibitor line-up is expected to draw a broad spectrum of visitors including apparelAmanufacturers, retail executivesArepresentingAinternational brands, online sales platform managers, importers, distributors, designers, boutiqueAownersAand global buyers.AA
Special areasAwithinATexhibitionAinclude the Trend Area, Innovation Hub,AReValueAStock Hub and Blue BlackATexhibition.AA
These curated spaces are designed to provide insights on market trends andAshowcaseAnew technologiesAand sustainability efforts.AA
The Trend Area offers sections dedicated to woven trends, knit trends and accessory trends, presenting perspectives on forthcoming seasons based on global market analysis.A
Blue BlackATexhibitionAfocuses on the evolution of denim beyond traditional fashion uses by featuring interactive displays and seminars led by Turkish producers such as Atlas Denim, Bossa, Isko, ISKUR andAKipas. These companies willAdemonstrateArecent advances in sustainable fabrics and technology.A
The Innovation Hub brings together advanced materials including biotech fibres and AI-supported production methods.AUnder the creative direction of ArzuAKaprolAand Filiz Tunca, this section highlights adaptive textiles that respond to factors such as movement and temperature.A
Another feature is theAReValueAStock Hub which supports circularity through real-time exploration of surplus fabric stocks for immediate design use. The hub also provides digital catalogues andAmaintainsAan online platform throughout the year.A
ITHIBAchairmanAAhmet A-ksA 1/4zAsaid: aEURoeTexhibitionAIstanbul has evolved into a strategic meeting point for the international textile community. Each edition strengthens the connection between TA 1/4rkiyeaEUR(TM)s manufacturing excellence and global demand, while highlighting the sectoraEUR(TM)s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and long-term value creation. The fair plays a vital role in reinforcing TA 1/4rkiyeaEUR(TM)s position within the global supply chain and in shaping the industryaEUR(TM)s future direction.aEURA
TA 1/4rkiye continues to play a significant role in global textile trade as both the fifth-largest exporter worldwide and the second-largest supplier to the EU.AA
In 2025, combined exports in textile and apparel reached approximately $26bnAwhile overall production volume in Turkish textiles and ready-to-wear exceeded $73bn.A
TA 1/4rkiye's textile exportsAmaintainedAsteady levels at $11.4bnAin 2025 despite shifting market conditions.AA
Growth was mostAapparentAin emerging markets, withAexports to AfricaAincreasingAby around 15% while shipments to Middle Eastern countries grew byAnearly 11%. This export activity represented 4.2% ofATA 1/4rkiye'sAtotal exports for the year.A
TexhibitionAFair CommitteeApresident andAITHIBAvice presidentAFatih BiliciAsaid: aEURoeTexhibitionAhas become a bridge carrying TA 1/4rkiyeaEUR(TM)s production power, sustainabilityAvisionAand innovative mindset to the world. And that bridge is expanding.aEURA
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