The Shanghai International Textile Machinery Exhibition (ITMA ASIA + CITME) is the only authoritative trade show in China, jointly endorsed by the world’s leading textile machinery associations. Previous editions have spanned 170,000 square meters, bringing together more than 1,600 domestic and international exhibitors and attracting over 100,000 visitors. The event centers on “Smart Textiles,” highlighting cutting-edge advancements in artificial intelligence, wearable technologies, digitalizati
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 of the Entire Industry Chain: The exhibit lineup encompasses complete coverage of machinery and textile chemicals spanning spinning, chemical fiber production, weaving, knitting, nonwovens, dyeing and finishing, printing, embroidery, apparel machinery, braiding, recycling, testing, packaging, and more. The venue is meticulously divided into clear, well-organized 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 worldwide, with international attendance concentrated in key textile-producing nations such as India, South Korea, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Iran. Notably, visitor numbers from emerging South American markets like 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 express robust purchasing demand, creating an exceptionally dynamic 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 deep connections with resources from the Yangtze River Delta and other national textile clusters.
- Pioneering Sustainable Innovation: The exhibition highlights global trends toward green transformation in the textile industry, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions for energy conservation, emission reduction, circular economy practices, and clean production. Concurrently, the ITMA Sustainable Development Forum brings together industry leaders from around the world to discuss pathways for greener textile development.
- High-Level Forums for Strategic Empowerment: Throughout the event, numerous high-caliber 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 decision-making.