Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 are set to mark a powerful return from 21 to 24 April in Frankfurt, Germany, with exceptionally high registration numbers and a remarkable influx of new exhibitors. As the textile and apparel industries face turbulent market conditions driven by recession, sustainability demands, and geopolitical tensions, the twin trade fairs are shaping up to be critical platforms for innovation, collaboration, and global visibility.
Industry players from around the world are eager to present breakthroughs in materials, technology, and sustainable solutions at these leading events. The organiser, Messe Frankfurt, has adapted hall layouts and introduced new product segments to better cater to the evolving needs of participants. The aim is clear: to unlock new market opportunities, secure business partnerships, and collectively address industry challenges.
Texprocess: Global spotlight on smart manufacturing solutions
Sabine Scharrer, Director of Brand Management Technical Textiles & Textile Processing at Messe Frankfurt, emphasised the strategic relevance of the events: “The outstanding level of bookings shows the industry is seeking global visibility more than ever. The key lies in finding the right partners for pioneering innovations and unlocking market opportunities.”
Texprocess 2026, dedicated to the processing of textile and flexible materials, has already confirmed participation from prominent names such as Brother Internationale Industriemaschinen, Durkopp Adler, Gutermann, Morgan Tecnica, Robotech, Sheffield Cutting Equipment, Style3D | Assyst, Veit, and Zund Germany. The show is also attracting an impressive list of new exhibitors, including Amann, Coloreel, Comelz, Cutting Edge Automation Machines, and Pathfinder Australia. Automation, digitalisation, and artificial intelligence are central themes, as companies showcase advanced solutions to meet international demand for greater efficiency.
Techtextil: Innovation meets high demand across sectors
Techtextil 2026, the global hub for technical textiles and nonwovens, is likewise witnessing strong exhibitor interest. Major players like Bruckner, Concordia Textiles, Groz-Beckert, Klopman International, Kolon Industries, Lenzing, Sattler Pro-Tex, Sioen, and Schill+Seilacher have confirmed their participation. Newcomers such as Dystar Singapore, Indorama Ventures Fibers Germany, Monteiro Ribas, TreeToTextile, and Woolmark will join them, offering a broad spectrum of high-tech textile innovations tailored to industries including automotive, aerospace, apparel, and more.
This edition brings two notable additions: Hall 9.0 will debut dedicated zones for Textile Chemicals & Dyes and Performance Apparel Textiles. Both segments are already experiencing strong demand. The close proximity of these new zones to Texprocess in Hall 8.0 further enhances synergy, especially for apparel manufacturers seeking integrated supply chain solutions.
As the industry rallies to meet global challenges with innovation, Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 are positioning themselves as vital marketplaces for transformation. The momentum from high exhibitor turnout underscores their role as leading platforms for shaping the future of technical textiles and processing technologies.
