One of the leading gatherings of the textile technology industry, the ITM International Textile Machinery Exhibition is preparing to bring industry professionals together in Istanbul in 2026 under the themes of sustainable production and digital transformation. Showcasing a wide range of solutions from green technologies to smart manufacturing systems, the exhibition will host developments shaping the future of the textile industry.
Organised through the partnership of Tüyap Tüm Fuarcılık Yapım A.Ş. and Teknik Fuarcılık A.Ş., in cooperation with the Textile Machinery and Accessories Industrialists Association (TEMSAD), ITM 2026 will take place at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center between 9–13 June 2026. Bringing together leading manufacturers of textile technologies and industry professionals, this year’s exhibition will focus on green technologies and digital integration.
Climate-focused technologies in textiles to come to the fore
As the textile industry undergoes a transformation in line with global climate targets, production technologies that enable lower water and energy consumption are gaining prominence. Within the scope of ITM 2026, a wide range of innovations is expected to be showcased, from water-saving dyeing solutions to highly energy-efficient weaving systems. Machinery and equipment designed for processing recycled raw materials will also be among the exhibition’s key highlights.
In line with increasing environmental responsibility and regulatory pressures, sustainability in textile production is becoming a fundamental requirement. At ITM 2026, production technologies aimed at reducing natural resource use, energy-saving systems, closed-loop water solutions and environmentally conscious chemical applications are expected to stand out. The exhibition will offer manufacturers the opportunity to closely examine technologies that provide both environmental and operational efficiency.
Digitalisation and smart manufacturing applications
Technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation, data analytics and digital twins continue to play an increasingly significant role in textile manufacturing. At ITM 2026, machines equipped with digital integration solutions will be presented with applications enabling real-time monitoring of production processes, reduced error rates and increased efficiency. Technologies supporting the transition to smart factories will form a key pillar of the exhibition’s digitalisation focus.
Visitor registration available online
Industry professionals wishing to visit ITM 2026 can simplify their entry procedures by creating an online invitation via the exhibition’s official website. Thanks to the online registration system, visitors will be able to access the exhibition area more quickly.
The ITM 2024 exhibition, which hosted 1,385 companies and company representatives from 71 countries, attracted 66,200 visitors from 99 countries, with 45% international and 55% domestic attendance. Over five days, the exhibition generated strong momentum for the textile industry through machinery sales and a business volume reaching billions of euros.