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What to look out for at the fair – and how to make the most of your visit The opening day of the fair is fast-approaching! Ensure you have pre-registered to maximise your sourcing experience. You'll find new elements and informative activities taking place over the three-day fair period below, including a new zone dedicated to cotton, panel discussions you should not miss, and key pre-arrival information for the fairground.   Our topics for you:   Don’t miss these insightful panels   New featured zone: Elite Cotton   Notable exhibitors in the International Hall   Prepare your three-day sourcing trip   Supporting media

Don’t miss these insightful panels

Four globally renowned international institutions will present the complete 'trust chain' manufacturing pathway across four dimensions – DNA physical traceability, AI efficiency standards, digital compliance certification, and more. Date: 25 August (Day 1) Time: 14:00 – 16:00 Venue: Industry Insight 4.1-A149

Co-organised by Textile Exchange, the session will explore how polyester and nylon producers are transitioning production away from fossil fuel feedstocks and driving the adoption of recycled – ideally textile-to-textile – materials. Date: 26 August (Day 2) Time: 10:40 – 12:10 Venue: Econogy Talks 5.1-A15

Some of the industry's most innovative functional textiles will be showcased at the fair, with this panel discussion co-organised by HKRITA featuring four exhibitors who are leaders in their respective fields, from fibres and fabrics to research institutes and verification services. Date: 26 August (Day 2) Time: 14:00 – 15:30 Venue: Industry Insight 4.1-A149

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New featured zone: Elite Cotton

Located in Hall 5.1, the debut Elite Cotton spotlights leading global exhibitors from Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt and Pakistan, pushing the boundaries of quality, sustainable, extra-long staple (ELS) cotton. View the highlighted exhibitors below:

Cotton, Cashew and Shea Council Côte d'Ivoire │ Hall 5.1-D29 The Council is tasked with regulating, monitoring, and expanding the value chains for cotton, cashew nuts, and shea products, supporting cotton farming and related industries across Côte d'Ivoire.

Egyptian Cotton Association Egypt │ Hall 5.1-C22 Their mission is to protect and promote the value-adding identity of Egyptian Cotton™ throughout the supply chain. ECA's vision is to authenticate and uphold the legacy of Egyptian Cotton™ on a global scale.

Kohinoor Mills Limited Pakistan │ Hall 5.1-C30 Kohinoor Mills is one of Pakistan's largest integrated textile operations, processing raw cotton into yarn, grey fabric, dyed apparel fabric, and finished home textiles. The company imports US Pima and Egyptian Giza extra-long staple (ELS) cotton to spin fine and super-fine combed cotton yarns, which are blended with polyester or Tencel for high-thread-count bed linens, luxury sheeting, and smooth casual shirting.

Mahmood Textile Mills Limited Pakistan │ Hall 5.1-D21 Mahmood Textile Mills is one of Asia's most vertical textile manufacturers, spanning cotton farming, ginning, spinning, weaving, and apparel production. The company uses a variety of extra-long staple cotton imported from Supima, Giza, the US and Australia to produce fine-quality yarns and fabrics for premium applications.

Notable exhibitors in the International Hall

In addition to exhibitors in dedicated product zones, the show includes a range of individual exhibitors showcasing accessories, fibres, yarns, and fabrics, covering cotton, knitted, linen / ramie, lace and embroidery, sustainable products and solutions, and more. Use the exhibitor directory to identify key suppliers ahead of time and streamline your sourcing on-site.

View the exhibitor directory     View the floorplan

Prepare your three-day sourcing trip

Helpful details to prepare for your trip: • Complete your pre-registration • Browse the hall overview • Search the exhibitor directory • Explore featured exhibitors • Learn about the international pavilions • View the trend guide

Enjoy our free shuttle service, going back and forth between selected hotels and the fairground, to attend the fair with ease: Route A: Courtyard by Marriott Hongqiao Route B: Holiday Inn Shanghai Hongqiao West Route C: Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao CBD Route D: Wyndham Shanghai Hongqiao

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Upcoming textile fair

Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) 24 – 26 February 2027 Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam     Add to Outlook Calendar     Add to Google Calendar

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