Texhibition’s ninth edition will be held at Istanbul Expo Centre on 4-6 March, connecting the global textile industry through a blend of craftsmanship, technology, and innovation.
Organised by ITKIB Fairs Inc. on behalf of the Istanbul Textile Exporters’ Association (İTHİB), Texhibition has become a central hub of the global textile industry. The event combines production excellence, innovation, and sustainability with an export-driven focus, securing its place among the leading international trade fairs.
Commenting is Fatih Bilici, ITHIB Vice President and Texhibition Fair Committee President. “Texhibition has become a bridge carrying Türkiye’s production power, sustainability vision, and innovative mindset to the world. And that bridge is expanding.”
Texhibition Istanbul further reinforces Türkiye’s position as a global textile hub
The show continues to grow by successfully connecting the country’s strong textile industry with international buyers. The March 2026 edition will feature more than 500 exhibitors across 40,000 sq. m and is expected to welcome over 25,000 visitors from the EU, UK, US, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Texhibition Istanbul also attracts a highly diverse audience of decision-makers, ranging from apparel manufacturers, international brands, retail executives and online sales platforms to importers, distributors, designers, boutique owners and global buyers.
At the same time, the exhibition reflects the sector’s increasing focus on sustainability and innovation. From advanced digital printing solutions to recycled fibres and environmentally responsible production processes, the show highlights how Türkiye’s textile industry is actively aligning itself with global transformation trends.
Türkiye remains one of the world’s key players in global textile trade
As the fifth-largest textile exporter worldwide and the EU’s second-largest supplier, the country generated roughly $26 billion in combined textile and apparel exports in 2025, underscoring its importance within international supply chains. Benefiting from its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and the Middle East, Türkiye offers logistical advantages, including short lead times, reliable delivery structures, and high responsiveness.
Driven by ongoing structural transformation, strong investments in sustainability, and a growing emphasis on branding and value-added production, the Turkish textile and ready-to-wear industries have reached a total production volume of over $73 billion.
A full-spectrum textile ecosystem
From woven and knitted fabrics to yarns, embroidery, printing, accessories, denim and artificial leather, Texhibition presents a diverse and high-quality sourcing landscape. This broad offering enables professionals across manufacturing, retail, distribution and design to connect directly with leading suppliers and discover solutions that are shaping the industry’s future.
In addition to trend presentations and expert talks, curated spaces showcase new design trends, sustainable solutions, and innovative technologies. Highlights include the Trends Area, featuring dedicated sections for woven, knit and accessory trends; the Innovation Hub, which unites advanced biotech fibres, adaptive high-performance materials, and AI-driven production solutions; the ReValue Stock Hub, transforming surplus fabrics into opportunities, encouraging reuse, reinterpretation, and new value creation; and Blue Black Texhibition, focused on denim.
Ahmet Öksüz, Chairman of ITHIB, adds, “Texhibition Istanbul has evolved into a strategic meeting point for the international textile community. Each edition strengthens the connection between Türkiye’s manufacturing excellence and global demand, while highlighting the sector’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and long-term value creation. The fair plays a vital role in reinforcing Türkiye’s position within the global supply chain and in shaping the industry’s future direction.”
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