The event will showcase technologies and insights to help textile businesses increase efficiency and integrate sustainable practices
FESPA is building on its 60-year heritage in screen and digital printing for textile applications with the launch of Textile, an event dedicated to printed textiles, apparel and decor.
The first edition will take place alongside FESPA Global Print Expo, its co-located shows Personalisation Experience, European Sign Expo, as well as the newly introduced Corrugated event, at Fira Barcelona from 19-22 May 2026 (see separate press releases).
Comprising an exhibition and dedicated conference programme, Textile is designed specifically for visitors who work with printed textiles including garments, sportswear and interior décor. The event will serve as a concentrated platform for producers of these applications to explore industry trends, see the latest innovations, and exchange knowledge and expertise.
The exhibition space will showcase various textile-related technologies and consumables, including: roll-to-roll machinery; direct-to-garment (DTG) and direct-to-fabric (DTF) machinery; design and workflow software; embroidery and sewing equipment; finishing equipment; material and apparels; inks and coatings; and more.
In the free-to-attend conference sessions, delegates will hear from experts on topics such as enhancing productivity and efficiency, reducing operational impact, and waste reduction.
The event will also offer visitors networking opportunities with brands and designers who are looking for more agile, environmentally responsible textile production supply chains.
Textile is accessible to visitors to all four other co-located FESPA 2026 events with a single ticket.
Duncan MacOwan, Head of Marketing and Events, says: “With the launch of Textile, we’re creating a focused environment that directly addresses the challenges faced by textile printers, garment brands, sportswear producers and interior designers, while giving printers the textile-focused insight they need to invest and expand.”
He continues: “With the emphasis on innovation and knowledge-sharing, Textile will help visitors to make smarter production decisions, improve speed-to-market and profitability, embrace sustainable, on-demand manufacturing, and convert creative ideas into functional, profitable outcomes.”
Callum Legg, Group Sales and Project Manager, FESPA, adds: “Textile will be a directional meeting point for experts to congregate, discover new opportunities, explore responsible textile production and understand the multiple factors influencing the future of textile printing. We’re placing suppliers in a strong position to establish and build on relationships with textile business decision-makers, and support those visitors to make investment decisions with confidence.”
FESPA will share more details on Textile, including the full conference programme line-up and exhibitors, in the coming months.
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