Edition 2026
TECHTEXTIL NORTH AMERICA 2026
Past edition
Messe Frankfurt GmbH
info@messefrankfurt.comDate of the event
NC State Fairgrounds
1025 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raleigh, United StatesFrequency
BiannualAbout the Event
Description
Techtextil is the leading international trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens, showcasing the full spectrum of applications in architecture, automotive, medicine, and protective clothing. Held biennially in Frankfurt, it serves as a global innovation hub where manufacturers, processors, and users meet to discover the latest fiber technologies, smart textiles, and sustainable materials. The event runs concurrently with Texprocess, creating a comprehensive platform for the entire textile value chain, from high-tech materials to advanced processing machinery and digital solutions.
Exhibits
Global suppliers of functional fibers, yarns, woven fabrics, nonwovens, coated textiles, and smart materials categorized into 12 application areas like Agrotech, Buildtech, and Medtech.
Activities
Techtextil Forum featuring expert lectures, the prestigious Techtextil Innovation Awards, guided tours, and cross-industry networking events focused on sustainability and digitalization.
Speakers
Industry leaders, researchers from textile institutes, and material scientists discussing circular economy, bio-based fibers, and AI in textile manufacturing.
Demos
Live demonstrations of functional apparel, high-performance protective gear, innovative construction materials, and 3D-knitting technologies in specialized performance areas.
Accessibility
From Frankfurt Airport (FRA), take the S-Bahn lines S8 or S9 toward Hanau/Offenbach to 'Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof', then transfer to S3, S4, S5, or S6 to 'Frankfurt Messe'. Driving via A5/A648 follows signs to 'Messe Frankfurt'.
Exhibitor Count
1700
Expected Attendance
38000
Location
Visitor Reviews
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