Apparel and textile trade show Gartex Texprocess India will be taking place from 1-3 August at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi.
Anticipating a boost in the manufacturing sector, signing of the Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), the recent growth in the textile exports, bundled with the Indian government’s focus on making India a ‘global manufacturing hub’ has set up encouraging prospects for the stakeholders of the Indian textile value chain.
Over 600 apparel and textile brands spread over an area of 15,000sqm will be showcasing their efforts at the upcoming edition of Gartex Texprocess which will also demonstrate the global excellence in textile solutions from countries like China, Italy, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan and the US.
Organisers say regardless of the global economic and political landscape, the recent surge reported in textile exports and apparel at 9.59% and 9.70% respectively, in May 2024 as cited by the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI), marks a positive sign uplifting the spirits of the Indian textile players.
According to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), the market for Indian textiles and apparel is projected to grow at a 10% CAGR to reach $350bn by 2030 with exports expected to reach $100bn. The Indian textile sector is further expected to be strengthened by innovations from the manufacturers of fabrics, garments and apparel, textile machinery companies, allied industries and future plans and policies from the India government.
The show floor is sold out with leading Indian brands like AT Inks, Aura Technologies, BABA Textile Machinery, Benz Embroidery, Britomatics India, Chetna Fashions, DCC Print Vision, Jaysynth Dyestuff India and True Colors amongst others.
International brands include Baoyou, Brother, Datatex, Dupont, Jack, Kansai, SinSim, Siruba and Yumei.
The three-show days are lined up new product launches and exhibitors showcasing their latest offerings. The show will feature curated zones for product categories like ‘knitting, sewing machinery, digital printing, embroidery, fabrics & trims.’
There will also be curated knowledge sessions with a panel of Government officials from the concerned Ministries, industry experts and innovators from the textile associations and businesses.
Raj Manek, executive director and board member of Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd said: "I think India is evolving as a beacon of innovations and economic resilience. With the upcoming edition of Gartex Texprocess India 2024, the momentum has been set to present the transformations in textiles right from the textile manufacturing machinery, garment, fabric and denims to trims and accessories and lots more. Sustainability and Innovations in textiles are at the heart of the show and I am pleased to share that the participating Indian and international companies will display an unparalleled quality of products and finesse."
Gaurav Juneja, director of MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd, added: "With the recent growth recorded in the textile exports and focus on boosting the manufacturing sector in India – it will take textiles under its stride creating more business and job opportunities. Gartex Texprocess India has been known for presenting an exceptional showcase of innovations from the textile industry, primarily in textile manufacturing machinery, garments, fabrics, denim, screen printing solutions and accessories.
"In the upcoming edition in August, we are excited to share that our esteemed exhibitors are ready to display their latest innovations and many of them are also launching their new products which makes it a must-attend industry event for textile enthusiasts and professionals."
