Texhibition Istanbul Expands to 42,850 sqm

Texhibition Istanbul is marking its 10th edition with an expanded international focus, covering a broad range of textile categories and introducing new features such as the SmartTex HUB and a greater emphasis on technology and AI. The event will span 42,850 square metres and bring together textile manufacturers with international brands and buyers.

The fair covers a broad range of textile categories across its five halls, including knitted and woven fabrics, printed fabrics, artificial leather, denim, yarn, knitting, embroidery, lace and accessories. This diverse range of products will be showcased to a large audience, with the March 2026 edition of Texhibition Istanbul attracting more than 20,000 professional visitors, including 5,565 from overseas.

Four new exhibitors from Italy and Japan are joining the September edition of Texhibition Istanbul, adding to the event's international dimension. The new exhibitors include Italian companies CAFISSI and Lanificio Brunetto Morganti, and Japanese companies STYLEM TAKISADA-OSAKA and UNI TEXTILE. These companies will bring new products and expertise to the event, with CAFISSI and Lanificio Brunetto Morganti adding to the fair's wool fabric and wool collection offering, and STYLEM TAKISADA-OSAKA bringing a broad fabric portfolio and international network.

The SmartTex HUB is a new feature of Texhibition Istanbul, focusing on functional textiles and advanced technology applications. This area will showcase solutions centred on sustainability, innovation and high performance, complementing the Texhibition Innovation Hub in the foyer. The Innovation Hub explores the intersection of technology, design and next-generation materials, with featured developments including hemp, bio-microencapsulation and thermal regulation.

## Why it matters The expansion of Texhibition Istanbul and the introduction of new features such as the SmartTex HUB reflect the growing importance of technology and innovation in the textile industry. As the industry continues to evolve, events like Texhibition Istanbul play a crucial role in bringing together manufacturers, brands, and buyers to showcase new products and developments. With its diverse range of textile categories and international exhibitors, Texhibition Istanbul is an important platform for the industry, and its 10th edition is set to be its biggest and most comprehensive yet.

## What happens next The September edition of Texhibition Istanbul will take place, featuring the new SmartTex HUB and a range of international exhibitors. Companies including A.I.T. and Docode will showcase developments at the intersection of textiles, technology and AI at the event, highlighting the latest innovations and trends in the industry. With its expanded international focus and new features, Texhibition Istanbul is set to be a major event in the textile industry calendar.