Euratex will take place on November 18, 2015, in Italy in conjunction with the ITMA textile technology fair. Euratex promotes competitiveness and sustainable growth of European textile and clothing industry. The convention is designed to launch a debate on tomorrow’s challenges for the industry. To retain their competitive edge, European companies are increasingly investing in innovation and introducing latest technologies.

This is a convention devoted to sustainable innovation in the textile and clothing industry. Thought leaders from industry and technology will discuss if the European Union textile and apparel sector has found enduring competitive advantages in its focus on quality, innovation, sustainability and high value added. During the round table discussion, textile and clothing manufacturers will share their practical experiences and promising textile technologies and markets.

Sustainable production has become an integral part of companies’ business strategy. This includes technological innovation of production process, resource efficiency, recycling and use of sustainable textile materials as well as exploring new business models.

Euratex’s goal for the years to come is to concentrate on a few priority areas, namely, genuine industrial policy, free and fair trade, support for innovation and research and sustainable production.

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