ITMA Shanghai International Textile Machinery Exhibition

The Shanghai International Textile Machinery Exhibition—Shanghai Textile Machinery Show (ITMA ASIA)—is a joint venture between the China International Textile Machinery Exhibition and ITMA ASIA. It represents a collaborative effort by leading textile machinery industry associations from China, European countries, Japan, and other regions, undertaken to safeguard the interests of global textile machinery manufacturers and industry clients, and to enhance the quality of textile machinery exhibitions worldwide.

The China National Textile Machinery Association, the European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers and its member national associations, along with the American Society of Textile Engineers, the Japan Textile Machinery Association, the Korea Textile Machinery Association, the Taiwan Machine Industry Association, and other major global textile machinery associations, have all officially affirmed that the “Shanghai International Textile Machinery Exhibition (ITMA ASIA+CITME)” is the only exhibition within China that they wholeheartedly support.

At the previous edition of the Shanghai Textile Machinery Show (ITMA ASIA), the total exhibition area reached 170,000 square meters, with 1,673 exhibiting companies hailing from Hong Kong, Dubai, Turkey, the United States, Mexico, Germany, Russia, Spain, Brazil, and other regions, attracting approximately 100,000 visitors. The event is committed to continuous innovation, consistently striving to provide a platform for the exchange of cutting-edge textile equipment, technologies, and concepts, thereby contributing to the advancement of China’s textile industry.

The Shanghai International Textile Machinery Exhibition (ITMA ASIA) embraces the theme “Intelligence in Textiles, Bridging New Frontiers in Fashion: Artificial Intelligence, Wearable Technologies, and Startups.” Through exhibitions, forums, competitions, and business matchmaking sessions, it explores pioneering innovations, building bridges among the textile, fashion, and technology sectors to unlock limitless possibilities and inspire the future. (Copyright of this content belongs to Juzhan; unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.)

On this occasion, domestic and international exhibitors—including China Hengtian, India Langwei, Zhejiang Titan, Japan Murata, Beijing Automation Technology, Oerlikon, Zhejiang Rifas, Bichler, Karl Mayer, Santoni, Cixing, Yuanxin, Hengtian Lixin, Trützschler, Jiangsu Yingyang, and others—will showcase state-of-the-art digital, intelligent, and automated technologies, as well as green manufacturing solutions geared toward sustainable development. They will share their latest research findings and technological advances, jointly discussing emerging topics such as advanced textile production techniques, smart manufacturing equipment, and the application of eco-friendly, sustainable materials, working together with the industry to propel the textile sector toward greater intelligence, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

ITMA Shanghai International Textile Machinery Exhibition tickets are e-tickets. Mainland China visitors must complete online pre-registration with real-name ID verification; overseas visitors must use passport verification; Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan visitors must use their travel permit. On site, verify entry with your ID card or by scanning the e-ticket QR code.

Partial exhibitor directory and exhibitor list for ITMA Shanghai International Textile Machinery Exhibition: 嘉创科技（珠海）有限公司, 宝腾智能润滑技术(东莞)有限公司, 常熟市飞龙无纺机械有限公司, 万冠塑胶(苏州工业园区)有限公司, 宁波慈光同步带有限公司, and others. The 2026 edition is expected to feature 500+ exhibiting companies. To obtain the full exhibitor directory (including booth numbers and contact details), please visit the official exhibition website or contact Jufair.

Highlights of the Shanghai International Textile Machinery Exhibition

• A Global Authority in the Textile Machinery Industry: Co-organized by the European Committee for Textile Machinery Manufacturers (CEMATEX), the China National Textile Machinery Association, and the Textile Industry Branch of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, this exhibition is the largest and most specialized textile machinery show in China and across Asia. Upholding the core philosophy of “A Business Platform, Leading Asia,” it serves as a pivotal gateway for global textile machinery manufacturers to expand into Asian markets and connect with worldwide resources.
• Comprehensive Coverage Across the Entire Value Chain: The exhibit lineup encompasses the full spectrum of equipment—spanning spinning, chemical fibers, weaving, knitting, nonwovens, dyeing and finishing, printing, embroidery, apparel machinery, braiding, recycling, testing, packaging, and more—as well as a wide array of textile chemicals. The venue is meticulously divided into clear, logical zones by product category, facilitating efficient matchmaking between exhibitors and professional visitors and providing a one-stop solution to meet the industry’s commercial needs for textile machinery.
• A Hub for Global Buyer Networks: Past editions have attracted over 90,000 professional visitors from 111 countries and regions, with international attendance spanning key textile-producing nations such as India, South Korea, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Iran. Notably, visitor numbers from emerging South American markets—including Brazil and Argentina—have experienced remarkable growth. Nearly one hundred domestic trade associations and industry organizations, along with overseas professional delegations from India, Iran, South Korea, Turkey, Pakistan, and other countries, have attended to articulate their procurement requirements, fostering a vibrant atmosphere of on-site business negotiations.
• Deep Integration with Regional Industrial Clusters: The exhibition draws delegations from major textile industrial clusters in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Fujian, Shandong, Hubei, and other provinces, who view the event as a critical platform for advancing high-quality regional textile economic development. They focus on exploring intelligent modernization and green transformation solutions. Participating companies can establish robust connections with resources across the Yangtze River Delta and throughout China’s textile industry clusters.
• Pioneering Sustainable Innovation: The exhibition highlights global trends toward green transformation in the textile sector, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions for energy conservation, emission reduction, circular economy practices, and clean production. Concurrently, the ITMA Sustainability Forum brings together industry leaders from around the world to discuss pathways for sustainable textile development.
• High‑Level Forums for Strategic Empowerment: Throughout the event, numerous top-tier technical forums and seminars are held, delving into前沿 technologies and emerging trends across spinning, weaving, knitting, digital printing, dyeing and finishing, and other key areas. These platforms provide authoritative guidance to exhibitors, helping them stay attuned to industry dynamics and refine their strategic decisions.

Notable exhibitors

• European Textile Machinery Pavilion: CEMATEX (European Committee of Textile Machinery Manufacturers), VDMA (German Engineering Federation, with 30 member companies), ACIMIT (Italian Association of Textile Machinery Manufacturers), Dilo Group, KARL MAYER, STÄUBLI, SAVIO, VAN DER WIEL, USTER, LOEFFE, Heberlein, Accotex
• Leading Chinese Enterprises: China National Textile and Apparel Council, China National Textile Machinery Association, Textile Industry Branch of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Beijing International Textile Machinery Exhibition Co., Ltd., Song & Song Intelligent Technology, Tianqi Flat Belt, Jinlun Needle Cloth
• Internationally Renowned Brands: Shima Seiki, Benninger, Oerlikon, Monforts, El, Navis Global, AAT, AATCC, AB CARTER, A.B. CARTER USA, ABRAPA, ABRASIVE TECH, ACG KINNA AUTOMATIC
• Comprehensive Range of Textile Machinery Companies: Over 770 exhibitors spanning spinning, weaving, knitting, dyeing and finishing, nonwovens, and other sectors, including member companies of Germany’s VDMA and Japan’s JTMA
• Other International Exhibitors: More than 850 exhibitors from 31 countries and regions, covering 19 product categories—including spinning, synthetic fibers, weaving, knitting, nonwovens, dyeing and finishing, printing, embroidery, apparel machinery, braiding, recycling, testing, and packaging