#International fairs

Techtextil 2026 is coming to Barcelona: 1.700 exhibitors, AI and new specialized areas

The press conference held today in Barcelona served to announce the main new developments of Techtextil Frankfurt June 2026, XNUMX, the leading international trade fair for technical textiles, nonwovens and textile processing technologies, which will take place from 21 to the 24 of April of 2026 in Frankfurt (Germany).

According to the organization, the next edition will feature approximately 1.700 exhibitors and grow with 120 new participants compared to the previous edition. In terms of attendance, the last fair brought together 35.000 visitors and it is expected to remain similar levels in 2026.

Among the most relevant announcements, it has been highlighted that the Artificial Intelligence It will have a very visible presence at this edition, with solutions aimed at optimizing processes, improving productive efficiency and accelerating the development of new materials and applications.

In addition, the fair will incorporate a separate area dedicated to chemistry and dyeing, with the aim of facilitating access to specific suppliers, technologies and solutions in this field and promoting contact between specialized supply and demand.

During the press conference, it was indicated that As of today, there are 60 confirmed Spanish companies.This reinforces the importance of the Spanish presence at a strategic event for the sector.

El Registration deadline Applications for ICEX assistance through Texfor are now open until the January 29 (online form)Applications will be selected based on the date of receipt, sectoral suitability and product appropriateness, up to a maximum of 60 points.

For further information on requirements, documentation and application process, interested companies can contact: info@texfor.es