The full spectrum of apparel textiles will be apparent across seven halls of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition, one of the largest meeting places for the global industry. At the flagship fair, taking place 11 – 13 March, over 3,100 exhibitors are set to showcase fashion fabrics and accessories; functional fashion; sustainability; and digital transformation, while these themes will be echoed at the show’s fringe programme.
When considering the fair’s comprehensive offering, Wilmet Shea, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, said: “In many ways, Intertextile Apparel is a reflection of market demands, and the show’s main pillars summarise four of the industry’s key segments: on-trend fashion, functionality, sustainability, and digitalisation. Not only will visitors be able to source cutting-edge products and services directly from some of the world’s best suppliers, but they will also be exposed to expert insights relating to design and trends, technology, and eco-friendliness. Overall, this fair is an indispensable platform for industry players to connect, exchange business and ideas, and navigate challenges and opportunities.”
Fringe programme to feature leading companies and essential topics
Econogy Talks
One of the headline events is a sustainability panel discussion, with speakers from Ecocert, Lenzing, Redress, and the Taiwan Textile Federation engaging with Circularity in the Global Textile Industry – Opportunities and Challenges, where they will discuss legislation reshaping global supply chains, key challenges in production, and opportunities for Asian manufacturers. Other key highlights include the seminar Supply Chain Traceability in the New Regulatory Landscape by TextileGenesis, a Lectra company, and an expert-led Econogy Tour of eco-focused exhibitors.
Technology & Solutions
Another panel discussion sure to grab fairgoers’ attention is Shaping the Future of Sustainability Through Innovation – Overcoming Obstacles, Fostering Cooperation, and Driving Impact, featuring speakers from Eastman, High Fashion, HKRITA, and TextileGenesis. Meanwhile, the International Textile Industry Digital Application Forum will comprehensively address the sector’s digital transformation.
Design & Trends
Intertextile Directions Trend Forum designer Ornella Bignami, Owner and Art Director of ELEMENTI MODA, will present the Intertextile Trend Forecast: Colours, Fabrics and Fashion Trends Spring/Summer 2026. In the next session, a representative from the world’s preeminent experts on colours, Ms Laurie Pressman, Vice President of Pantone Color Institute, will discuss Mind: Blending the Balanced and Bold for a Mind-Bending Vision for Spring/Summer 2026.
Bignami will also host three tours of the Intertextile Directions Trend Forum, allowing fairgoers to get a real look and feel for the international S/S 2026 I-dentities theme. Conversely, four domestic trend forums will give buyers a better sense of Chinese trends – Denim (7.2), Fashion Focus (8.1), Sustainable Fashion (6.1), and Techno & Functions (6.2).
International and domestic exhibitors showcase selections across 190,000 sqm
The International Hall (5.1) will give a platform to exhibitors from 25 countries and regions, with new exhibiting countries including Bangladesh, Belgium, Egypt, Sweden, and Thailand. Featured zones include the Digital Solutions Zone, Econogy Hub, Functional Lab, Premium Wool Zone, SalonEurope, and Verve for Design. In conjunction with the hall’s featured zones and standalone booths, there will be various European and Asian pavilions and zones, as well as group pavilions from leading companies:
Country and region pavilions and zones
• France Zone
• Hong Kong Pavilion
• Italy Pavilion
• Japan Pavilion
• Korea Pavilion
• Taiwan Pavilion
• Türkiye Zone
Group pavilions
• Ecocert
• Korea Textile Center (KTC)
• Lenzing
Across the fairground, domestic suppliers will be grouped by product end-use, with categories including Accessories Vision (Hall 1.2); Beyond Denim (7.2); ladieswear (5.1, 7.1 & 8.1); suiting and shirting (6.1); dyeing auxiliaries, functional wear and sportswear (6.2); as well as casualwear, synthetic leather and fur, lingerie, and children and infants wear (7.2).
The fair is co-organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT; and the China Textile Information Centre. It will take place alongside Yarn Expo Spring, Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Spring Edition, CHIC and PH Value at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai).
