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Heimtextil/ Texprocess/ Techtextil Re-start with around 2,300 exhibitors from 63 countries 2022-07-04 06:42:57


Heimtextil/ Texprocess/ Techtextil Re-start with around 2,300 exhibitors from 63 countries

With a total of around 2,300 exhibitors from 63 countries, this year's Techtextil, Texprocess and Heimtextil Summer Special presented forward-looking innovations and trends along large parts of the textile value chain. From yarns, fibers, contract, decorative and upholstery fabrics to functional textiles, textile technologies, finishing processes, water-saving dyeing processes and end products for textile furnishings, textile design, bedding and performance textiles, the parallel Techtextil, Texprocess and Heimtextil Summer Special offered a bundled global range of products - which also demonstrate that scalable and sustainable innovations are not at odds.

"Volatile energy costs and raw material prices due to the Ukraine war, bottlenecks in production and rising transport costs – given the challenging environment of the textile industry, there could not be a better time for the re-launch of the textile trade fair trio," stated Detlef Braun, Member of the Executive Board, Messe Frankfurt, in his opening speech. In addition, textile companies are faced with the task of finding their way in their own circular economy and rethinking their supply chains "Even in times of crisis, the following applies: Change always harbors business opportunities. And paves the way for progress and competitive advantages," Braun continued.

Heimtextil Trends took place under the motto "Next Horizons". in Hall 4.0 with a clear focus on resource conservation.

The "Heimtextil Conference Sleep & More" offered a first-class speaker line-up with, among other things, the latest findings in sleep research, tracking technology and on sustainability in the hotel industry.

Another highlight was Heimtextil's one-hour Green Tours guided by an independent consultant to selected exhibitors with an exchange on the latest developments in the green segment.

In addition, Heimtextil will hosted its widely acclaimed Interior.Architecture.Hospitality program. This top-class knowledge and networking platform is aimed specifically at experts in contract furnishing.

At the Texprocess Denim Future Lab in Hall 8.0, visitors immersed themselves in the world of denim production and processing. Trends such as eco-denim or luxury denim were vividly presented along many stages of the textile value chain and sustainable approaches and upcycling solutions were demonstrated.

How are technical textiles used in the apparel industry? The Techtextil special show Performance Textiles in Fashion in Hall 9.1 focused on textile end products and presents unusual and innovative garments.

The Techtextil and Texprocess Forum offered expert lectures and discussions on current industry topics on all four days of the fair. The free forums provided an opportunity to exchange ideas and pick up on new trends and approaches.

What does the future hold for the textile industry? What textile innovations have been developed in recent years? The innovative strength of the industry was reflected in the wide range of progressive approaches in the field of technical textiles and textile processing presented at the Techtextil or Texprocess Innovation Awards.

Egyptian Cotton Hub (ECH) had its first appearance in a Heimtextil with a big presentable stand showcasing hometextiles and terry products from Egyptian cotton. The ECH stand was presented by Mr. Khaled Raafat and Mr. Mahmoud Sabah.

Photo credits to: Messe Frankfurt GmbH/ Jean- Luc Valentin

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