The ITM 2024 International Textile Machinery Exhibition concluded successfully, reaffirming its status as a vital event for textile technology leaders.
Held at Tuyap Fair and Congress Center from June 4-8, 2024, the exhibition was organized by Tuyap Tum FuarcılıkYapım Inc. and Teknik Fairs Inc., in collaboration with the Textile Machinery and Accessories Industrialists Association (TEMSAD).
Spanning 120,000 square meters across 13 halls, the event set new records with participation from 1,385 companies and representatives from 71 countries.
The exhibition drew 66,200 professional visitors from 99 countries, with a mix of 45 per cent international and 55 per cent domestic attendees. The event's success was marked by significant machinery sales and a business volume reaching billions of euros over the five-day period.
The ease of transportation to Istanbul and visa liberalization contributed to the diverse international attendance. Visitors came from a wide array of countries including Afghanistan, Australia, Brazil, China, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, Russia, and the United States.
This global turnout underscored the event’s importance as a hub for innovation and business in the textile industry, injecting much-needed vitality into the sector post-pandemic.
