UK’s premier destination for responsible garment and textile procurement, Source Fashion plans to deploy enhanced meetings technology for the upcoming July 2026 edition. This will help the platform to facilitate data-driven matchmaking between audited manufacturers and sourcing professionals.
Besides, Source Fashion has also announced its relocation to Excel London for the upcoming edition. This strategic move follows a period of sustained commercial expansion, including a 12 per cent increase in attendance during the January 2026 show. The transition to the 100,000-sq-m campus at Royal Victoria Dock reflects a broader mandate to accommodate a rise in global participation, with 75 per cent of the floor space already rebooked by international pavilions. By leveraging Excel’s high-speed Elizabeth line connectivity, the event aims to improve accessibility for a growing base of overseas buyers and domestic retailers looking to diversify their supply chains amidst shifting global trade dynamics.
Integrating advanced technology and regional heritage
The July 2026 edition is set to prioritize meaningful commercial engagement through the deployment of enhanced meetings technology, designed to facilitate data-driven matchmaking between audited manufacturers and sourcing professionals. This digital integration complements the show’s ‘Fashion Deconstructed’ initiative, which emphasizes material intelligence and craftsmanship. While maintaining its global reach with exhibitors from India, Turkey, and Bangladesh, Source Fashion is also expanding its ‘British Heritage’ segment. Backed by a three-year, £500,000 investment plan, this initiative supports UK-based manufacturers in scaling their operations and gaining international visibility. Event Director Suzanne Ellingham noted that the relocation provides the necessary scale to evolve the show in alignment with the industry’s increasing demand for transparent and resilient manufacturing partnerships.
Source Fashion is a leading B2B trade platform owned by Hyve Group, dedicated to connecting global manufacturers with retailers committed to ethical production. Spanning raw materials to finished garments, the show focuses on major markets including the UK, Europe, and Asia. As Hyve Group reports its fourth consecutive year of double-digit growth, Source Fashion serves as a critical pillar in its ‘GO27’ strategy to build high-impact, tech-enabled event ecosystems.
