Co-located with the Lace & Trims Show, the 38th Garment Technology Expo (GTE) Ahmedabad 2025 attracted 9,700 visitors during its three-day run.
This high industry turnout firmly reaffirmed the expo’s position as one of the most influential and business-driven platforms for garment and apparel technology across India’s Western region.
Jointly organized by Garment Technology Expo(GTE) and India Exposition Mart (IEML), the event reported exceptional engagement throughout all three days. Exhibitors experienced consistent buyer interactions and a high volume of inquiries from manufacturers, exporters, and sourcing professionals.
Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Chairman, IEML,stated, the robust B2B turnout highlights the growing appetite for technology upgrades among MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) and mid-sized garment manufacturers. He emphasized, the event successfully created a strong link between global machinery suppliers and India's fastest-growing apparel clusters.
Exhibitors offered strong endorsements of the show's business impact. Rohit Gupta, Managing Director, Balaji Sewing Machine, shared, the expo is a good platform to exhibit their products.The event is tailored especially for the garment industry, where their business receives a good boost..
Across its three days, GTE Ahmedabad showcased over 225 brands across 50,000 sq. ft., featuring cutting-edge garment machinery, digital printing systems, embroidery solutions, automation tools, and a comprehensive selection of laces, trims, and essential components for the apparel production industry. This edition significantly strengthened India’s garment manufacturing supply chain by offering a complete sourcing ecosystem under one roof.
The organizers announced the next two major editions of GTE. GTE Greater Noida is scheduled for March 20–23, 2026, at the India Expo Centre & Mart. This event is expected to deliver an even larger and more diverse technology showcase.
A subsequent edition in Bengaluru in September 2026 will expand the platform’s reach into South India’s dynamic textile and apparel clusters.
Both forthcoming editions will be co-located with the Lace & Trims Show, ensuring a comprehensive display of machinery, accessories, embellishments, and essential inputs critical to the garment industry’s evolution. These events are poised to offer wider exposure, deeper sourcing opportunities, and a comprehensive view of the entire apparel ecosystem, further strengthening the industry’s path toward innovation and global competitiveness.
