“Zo kan het niet verder.” Voor het eerst noemt de internationale federatie van textielproducenten overproductie van goedkope kledij het grootste probleem van de kledingindustrie. “We verbranden ons kapitaal.”

Weinig economische sectoren werken volgens het principe: tien stuks maken, slechts drie rendabel verkopen. Nog minder sectoren verkopen systematisch met zware kortingen of dumpen hun afgewerkte producten ongebruikt op de vuilnishoop. Toch is die ‘chronische efficiëntie’ al decennialang de realiteit in de modesector, stelt de International Apparel Federation (IAF), de internationale federatie van textielproducenten.In een nieuw en zeldzaam manifest roept de IAF haar leden op om de overproductie tegen 2030 gezamenlijk en grondig aan te pakken. “Stapsgewijze aanpassingen volstaan niet meer”, waarschuwt de organisatie. Het is de eerste keer dat een invloedrijke stem binnen de sector van fast fashion openlijk bevestigt wat critici al jaren zeggen: de markt wordt overspoeld door te veel en te goedkope kleren.

Risico’s afwentelen op zwakste schakel

Dat systeem kan alleen blijven bestaan omdat de macht in de logge productieketens voor kledij extreem ongelijk verdeeld is. De grote merken – meestal westerse bedrijven – gokken elk seizoen wat consumenten willen en plaatsen vervolgens bestellingen bij fabrikanten in het Globale Zuiden. Die draaien op voor het grootste deel van de risico’s en kosten. Veel keuze hebben ze niet. Als een kleinschalige fabriek in Cambodja weigert mee te gaan in de prijzenslag, staat er elders – in Ethiopië of Mexico – wel een concurrent klaar om dat wel te doen. Omdat merken weten dat een aanzienlijk deel van hun collectie nooit volledig zal verkopen zoals gehoopt, eisen ze dat die fabrikanten zo goedkoop mogelijk leveren. Fabrikanten mogen al tevreden zijn met een winstmarge van 8 procent, terwijl merken, afhankelijk van hun positie in de markt, 15 tot zelfs 300 procent winst kunnen binnenrijven. Die voortdurende prijsdruk veroorzaakt de bekende misstanden in de sector: arbeiders, zelfs in Europa, doen extreem veel overuren en grondstoffen moeten zo goedkoop mogelijk en precies op tijd beschikbaar zijn. Tijdens crisissen – zoals de coronapandemie – roepen de merken bovendien overmacht in om hun onderaannemers niet te betalen. Die onderaannemers staan vooral binnen de IAF sterk en waarschuwen nu dat het systeem zijn grenzen bereikt.

Vooral financieel wordt de druk onhoudbaar. “We verbranden geld en zitten vast in een verlieslatende bedrijfscyclus”, stelt de IAF. Door de klimaatopwarming en de handelsperikelen schommelen de prijzen van grondstoffen als katoen of polyester ook veel meer dan vroeger. Daarbovenop komen steeds strengere duurzaamheidsregels. Dat vraagt investeringen van fabrikanten, die op dit punt gewoon niet meer haalbaar zijn. “De huidige manier van werken staat los van de realiteit van kledingproductie”, aldus IAF in een sneer naar de grote merken.

Shein achterna

Volgens de kledingproducenten ligt de oplossing in een nieuw type contracten en een slimmere, AI-gedreven productie. De IAF pleit ervoor dat merken opnieuw langdurige samenwerkingen aangaan met fabrikanten en bestellingen over meerdere seizoenen vastleggen. Met zo’n garantie op inkomsten kunnen producenten gemakkelijker investeren, bijvoorbeeld in zonnepanelen of andere verduurzamingsprojecten. Merken en textielfabrikanten zouden ook op een slimmere manier in real time gegevens kunnen uitwisselen over ontwerp, productie en verkoop. “B2B en B2C kunnen niet langer twee aparte systemen zijn. Er is nood aan één geïntegreerd beslissingscentrum”, stelt de federatie.Het doel: niet langer tien stuks produceren om er drie te verkopen, maar “zeven items maken en er zeven verkopen”. Eerst op kleine schaal produceren dus, en pas als dat goed loopt, opschalen. Wat slecht scoort, gaat er dan ook sneller uit. Bij zulke gefaseerde en flexibele productieorders gebeurt het verven of drukken van prints pas in een later stadium.

Opvallend is dat het van oorsprong Chinese – en vaak verguisde – Shein deze succesformule als eerste toepaste. Via AI-gestuurde voorspellingen en nauwe, snelle contacten met leveranciers is dat bedrijf bijzonder flexibel én kapitaalsefficiënt. Die aanpak geldt vandaag steeds vaker als voorbeeld voor de rest van de sector.De belangengroep wil haar leden nu systematisch helpen om zulke samenwerkingsmodellen in te voeren. Dat kan de druk op kledingmerken de komende jaren verder opvoeren.

Het bericht Overproductie doet kledingsector de das om: “We produceren tien stuks en verkopen er drie”  verscheen eerst op IAF.

On 11 June, EURATEX hosted the Brussels Textiles Forum 2026, bringing together 150 participants from the European textile and apparel ecosystem, EU institutions, industry, social partners and consumer organisations. Sponsored by Indorama Ventures, the event provided a timely platform to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the sector.

The Forum took place at a defining moment for Europe’s textile and clothing industry. High energy prices, global competition, regulatory pressure, e-commerce imports, sustainability requirements and geopolitical uncertainty are all reshaping the conditions under which European companies operate. Throughout the day, speakers and participants reflected on how Europe can support a textile industry that remains competitive, innovative and resilient while leading the transition towards sustainability and circularity.

Competitiveness problem

Opening the Forum, EURATEX President Mário Jorge Machado underlined that Europe does not have a textile problem, but a competitiveness problem. His message set the tone for the day: European textile companies are ready to invest, innovate and decarbonise, but they need fair rules, affordable energy, effective enforcement and industrial conditions that allow production to remain in Europe.

The morning sessions focused on the competitiveness of the European Union and the future of the textile and clothing industry. Speakers highlighted the importance of reducing red tape, strengthening the Single Market, scaling innovation, improving access to investment and ensuring that European rules apply equally to all products placed on the EU market. The debate also confirmed the strategic role of textiles beyond fashion, including in healthcare, construction, transport, agriculture and defence. A stakeholder panel brought together perspectives from industry, the European Parliament, trade unions and consumer organisations. Discussions addressed the need to make circularity economically viable, support investment, use public procurement strategically, retain skills and industrial expertise, and strengthen consumer trust. The panel confirmed that the future of textiles requires cooperation across the full value chain and a stronger alignment between competitiveness, sustainability and social responsibility.

Sessione on the policy files

In the afternoon, participants joined dedicated sessions on the policy files that will shape the sector in the coming years. Discussions covered eco-design and the Digital Product Passport, customs reform and e-commerce imports, energy and decarbonisation, trade diversification, textile waste and the Circular Economy Act, and the future European Product Act. Across the sessions, one message was clear: sustainability, competitiveness and enforcement must go hand in hand. The Forum also highlighted the need for a stronger and more coherent European approach. Circularity will only scale if secondary materials become economically viable, customs and market surveillance systems are strengthened, energy remains affordable, and companies receive the right conditions to invest in Europe. Participants also stressed the importance of avoiding fragmented rules across Member States and ensuring that the Single Market remains a driver of competitiveness.

30th anniversary celebration

The day concluded with EURATEX’ 30th anniversary celebration, offering a moment to look back at three decades of cooperation, advocacy and representation for the European textile and apparel industry. Speeches from honorary presidents recalled the origins of EURATEX and its role in building a united voice for the sector in Brussels. The anniversary also carried a strong message of unity in adversity. Over the past 30 years, the industry has faced repeated crises, from globalisation and supply chain disruptions to energy shocks, unfair competition and an increasingly complex regulatory environment. Yet the celebration showed that the strength of the European textile community lies in its capacity to adapt, cooperate and speak with one voice.

The Brussels Textiles Forum 2026 showed that the European textile and apparel industry is actively engaging in the transition, proposing solutions and building alliances. The message from Brussels was clear: Europe needs a competitive, innovative and resilient textile industry, and the right conditions must be created for it to stay, invest and grow in Europe.

Het bericht Brussels Textiles Forum 2026: competitiveness, circularity and the future of Europe’s textile industry verscheen eerst op IAF.

A group of 21 Brazilian brands participated in a series of events that make up Miami Swim Week 2026 in the United States, and achieved significant results. The volume of business conducted during the event exceeded US$426,500, and the expectation for the next 12 months is approximately US$2.03 million. Together, they made more than 460 contacts.

Support

All companies received support from Texbrasil (Brazilian Textile and Fashion Industry Internationalization Program), a partnership between Abit (Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association) and ApexBrasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency), with 18 of them showcasing their collections at SwimShow, considered one of the most traditional and relevant swimwear fashion fairs in the world, which took place between May 30 and June 1 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Unprecedented action

Simultaneously with SwimShow and at the same location, two other Brazilian companies made their debut at Curve Miami, also with the support of the Texbrasil Program: Mari M and Plié. Another unprecedented action that marked this year’s edition was that, for the first time, Colombiamoda Miami opened its doors to brands from other countries, and Brazil was represented by Borana. The event was held at Throw Social, between May 27 and 29.

“Brazilian beachwear stood out for the high quality of its products, the creativity that reflects the country’s identity, and an internationally recognized standard of excellence. These attributes reinforced the competitiveness of national brands and consolidated Brazil as a global reference in this segment,” says Adriana D’Agostini, Commercial Promotion Manager at Abit.

Het bericht Brazilian Fashion at Miami Swim Week: business expectations exceed US$2 million verscheen eerst op IAF.

CMAI has been an integral part of Bharat Tex for the last three editions, bringing in participants from Pan India and also maintaining an earmarked Pavilion – Brands of India, which is the major attraction at the event for all trade visitors flying in from abroad. This year, CMAI has gone a step ahead and will also be hosting a sustainable pavilion in collaboration with GATZ, further strengthening India’s commitment to environmentally responsible textile excellence on the global stage.

Bharat Tex 2026: A Global Textile Platform

Bharat Tex 2026 is positioned as the world’s largest textile trade fair, representing a transformative platform for the global apparel and textile industry. The event showcases India’s rich textile heritage while promoting modern innovation and global business opportunities. With over 5,500 exhibitors and a comprehensive range of textile products spanning fibers and yarns, fabrics, apparel and fashion, home textiles, handloom products, technical textiles, and handicrafts and carpets, Bharat Tex 2026 serves as a vital gathering for manufacturers, exporters, importers, and industry leaders worldwide.

Key Event Highlights

The event features comprehensive pavilions across the complete textile value chain, enabling focused business engagement in specialized sectors. Over 50 knowledge sessions, including panel discussions, round-table discussions, government-to-government (G2G) meetings, business-to-business (B2B) interactions, and state initiatives, provide strategic insights from leading experts, policymakers, and thought leaders. The event also incorporates the Hosted Overseas Buyer Program, ensuring optimal participation from international trading partners.

Implementing India’s Vision for Textile Excellence

Bharat Tex 2026 serves as a powerful platform for implementing India’s 5F vision, connecting Farm to Fiber, Fabric, Fashion, and Foreign Markets. This comprehensive approach demonstrates India’s commitment to integrating traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation, positioning the nation as a global leader in sustainable and innovative textile manufacturing.

Further details about the event are available at Bharat Tex 2026 official website: https://bharat-tex.com/

Het bericht CMAI has gone a step ahead: Hosting a sustainable pavilion in collaboration with GATZ verscheen eerst op IAF.

For IAF members, staying competitive means reading the season before it arrives. As Spring/Summer 2027 collections move through the fashion weeks and trade shows and the buying season approaches, FashionUnited has opened a dedicated SS27 section to help members and their buyers prepare.

Trend insight and need-to-know news

In one place, the section brings together the trend insights and need-to-know news that define the upcoming season: the colours, fabrics, silhouettes, patterns and styles shaping SS27, drawn from world-renowned trend forecasters. Coverage spans every category a buyer works across — womenswear, menswear, childrenswear, footwear and accessories — alongside the latest brand collections as they launch.

From macro picture to the rail

Members can move from the macro picture to the rail: a season trend report reading the cultural and economic backdrop, an SS27 lookbook, and a brand directory connecting the names behind the collections. It is the overview buyers need to plan assortments with confidence and react quickly in a fast-moving market.

Across 100 countries and 30+ languages, IAF members in every market can follow the SS27 season in their own language, on a platform over one million fashion professionals already trust. Explore the Spring/Summer 2027 trends and news here: fashionunited.com/specials/spring-summer-2027-fashion-trends

Het bericht The latest SS27 trends, collections and news, in one place verscheen eerst op IAF.

Messe Frankfurt continues to expand its international textile network with the announcement of Val:ue Milan. Moving beyond the traditional trade fair model, Val:ue Milan debuts as a prestigious, boutique-style business hub exclusively dedicated to elected fabrics and accessories for apparel. Taking place from February 3 to 5, 2027, at The Mall in Porta Nuova, the event breaks away from conventional formats through a strictly curated environment designed for strategic networking. By bridging the gap between high-end international manufacturers and top-tier segment buyers, Val:ue Milan further strengthens the Group’s global portfolio with a unique, high-impact concept built around a refined and carefully selected offering.

Highly specialized meeting point

With the launch of Val:ue Milan, Messe Frankfurt introduces a highly specialized meeting point designed for selected manufacturers, brands and industry professionals operating at the highest end of the textile sector, set within one of the world’s most influential fashion capitals. Milan stands as a strategic hub for design, innovation and manufacturing excellence, a unique ecosystem offering the ideal conditions to foster exchange, creativity and new business opportunities across the international high-quality textile community.

Prime solutions and supplies in the heart of the Italian fashion system

Val:ue Milan establishes itself as a selective project with an upscale soul, focusing on excellence in fabrics, accessories, and cutting-edge textile solutions. In this setting, the most qualified international producers meet buyers, designers, and product managers to transform the quest for quality, creativity, and technological reliability into high-profile partnerships.

“Milan is the crossroads”

«Milan is the crossroads where fashion excellence meets industrial expertise and major international brands,» says Donald Wich, Managing Director of Messe Frankfurt Italia.

«With Val:ue Milan, we are creating a project that brings these strengths together while opening them to an international dimension, a platform designed to connect selected suppliers from the world’s leading sourcing regions with the European market. The aim is to establish a distinctive hub in Milan for high-end procurement, capable of engaging with existing industry players through a distinctive identity and a profile of excellence».

«With the launch of Val:ue Milan, we are strategically expanding the reach of our global Texpertise network,» states Detlef Braun, Member of the Executive Board of Messe Frankfurt. «Milan offers an unparalleled stage where a deep-rooted culture of design

meets international prestige, making it the natural setting for this new format. This boutique-style business hub sets a new benchmark within our portfolio, reflecting our long-term vision to strengthen our presence in key fashion capitals through a highly differentiated approach, delivering sophisticated, strategic solutions across the entire textile value chain».

Val:ue: a name defined by excellence and substance

The name ‘Val:ue’ is a defining statement that unites a global community around a shared vision: a celebration of substance over interchangeability, distinctive quality over homogenization, and enduring professional partnerships over volatile trends.

Val:ue Milan serves as the strategic meeting point for a dedicated ecosystem of professionals who define the soul of luxury: from the masters of noble materials to the architects of transparent supply chains and innovative aesthetics. These are the shared values that find their collective stage in Milan. Through this launch, Messe Frankfurt not only consolidates its presence in Italy but fosters a vibrant network of excellence within its global textile community, Texpertise.

Messe Frankfurt Texpertise

A world leader with over 60 trade fairs in 14 countries, Messe Frankfurt covers the entire textile value chain through Texpertise. This global network harmonizes internationally renowned events with a network of over 500,000 professionals, confirming its position as the primary business and information platform for the global textile industry.

Texpertise Newsroom

Providing information on the international textile industry and the global textile trade fairs organized by Messe Frankfurt: www.texpertise-network.com

For more information: Value Milan – Home

Contacts

Alice Neotti / Valentina Di Gioia Phone: +39 02 88 07 781
press@valuemilan.com

Messe Frankfurt Italia Srl Corso Sempione 68
20154 Milano www.messefrankfurt.it

Hajera Sharifi
Phone: +49 69 75 75-6687
hajera.sharifi@messefrankfurt.com

Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1
60327 Frankfurt am Main www.messefrankfurt.com

Het bericht Redefining the trade fair experience: Val:ue Milan unveiled – a curated boutique business hub for high-end apparel textiles verscheen eerst op IAF.

Het bericht Press Release: IAF Launches Manifesto for Smart, Productive and Sustainable Apparel Manufacturing verscheen eerst op IAF.

On April 28, the Brazilian government signed the presidential decree allowing the immediate application of the Mercosur–European Union Trade Agreement in Brazil, enabling its entry into force on May 1.

With the commercial chapter entering into force, even on a provisional basis, the agreement provides for: gradual tariff reductions; elimination of trade barriers; and greater regulatory predictability.

Opportunities

For the textile and apparel industry, the agreement creates opportunities for Mercosur companies to gain greater access to a market that imports approximately €115 billion annually. The Abit (Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association) considers the agreement’s entry into force a significant step toward strengthening trade relations and enhancing Brazil’s competitive integration into the global economy. The Association welcomes this progress, recognizing its potential to expand investments, exports, innovation, and job creation.

The reduction of import duties established under the agreement will be implemented gradually for most textile and apparel products.

For the textile and apparel industry, the agreement creates opportunities for Mercosur companies to gain greater access to a market that imports approximately €115 billion annually. The Abit (Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association) considers the agreement’s entry into force a significant step toward strengthening trade relations and enhancing Brazil’s competitive integration into the global economy. The Association welcomes this progress, recognizing its potential to expand investments, exports, innovation, and job creation.

The reduction of import duties established under the agreement will be implemented gradually for most textile and apparel products.

Ongoing cooperation

Abit and Euratex, together with other sector associations from Mercosur, AICP and FITA, created the EU-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement – Textile and Apparel Dialogue. The initiative aims to provide an organized framework for ongoing cooperation between the textile and apparel industries on both sides of the Atlantic.

More recently, on April 27, Abit participated in important meetings in Europe. In Prato, in the Tuscany region of Italy, the Association attended the Italy–Latin America Economic Forum alongside institutional and business leaders in sector-focused panels aimed at expanding economic cooperation. In the city of Porto, Portugal, Abit also took part in the event Em Foco Brasil – Textile and Apparel Sector, where it addressed the current landscape of Brazil’s textile industry and joint opportunities, as well as the impacts of the European Union–Mercosur agreement on the textile and apparel sector.

Het bericht Brazil: Mercosur–European Union agreement comes into force verscheen eerst op IAF.

Speaking at the Conference Titled “Transformation Journey of the Turkish Apparel Industry,” IHKIB Chairman Mustafa Paşahan: Customs Union Agreement Must Be Updated Without Delay for Our Competitiveness

Mustafa Paşahan: “The Customs Union, in its current form, has more of a restrictive effect than a supportive one on our cooperation. The free trade agreements the EU has signed with third countries generate asymmetric outcomes for Türkiye. For this reason, a formula must be found to include Türkiye in the EU’s FTA negotiation processes.”

Mustafa Paşahan, Chairman of the Istanbul Apparel Exporters’ Association (IHKIB), stated that the CustomsUnion Agreement signed with the European Union 30 years ago, in its current form, has more of a restrictive effect on cooperation between the parties than a supportive one. Paşahan underlined that a lasting competitive advantage in the EU market can only be achieved through the full modernization of the Customs Union.

The conference, titled “Transformation Journey of the Turkish Apparel Industry” and organized by IHKIB, brought together the presidents of international industry organizations, brand representatives, sector professionals, exporters, and experts.Delivering the opening remarks, Mustafa Paşahan drew attention to the EU’s position as a strategic market for the Turkish apparel sector. Noting that 61 percent of Türkiye’s total apparel exports are directed to EU member states, Paşahan made the following remarks:

“We know that a lasting competitive advantage in the EU market can only be achieved through the full modernization of the Customs Union. However, the Customs Union in its current form has more of a restrictive effect on our cooperation than a supportive one. The free trade agreements (FTAs) the EU has concluded with third countries generate asymmetric outcomes for Türkiye. For this reason, a formula must be found to include Türkiye in the EU’s ongoing FTA negotiation processes, and the Customs Union must be updated in line with the shifting economic landscape. On another front, the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Rules of Origin Cumulation has facilitated North African countries’ access to the EU market — a development that diminishes the advantages Turkey derives from the Customs Union and intensifies competitive pressure, particularly in the textile and readyto- wear sectors. It is therefore of great importance that developments pertaining to rules of origin be taken into account during the process of updating the Customs Union. We are also closely monitoring developments related to the ‘Made in Europe’ initiative, and we expect a framework to be established that does not exclude the value chains in which Türkiye is integrated.”

TIM Chairman Gültepe: We Object to the Customs Union Being Turned into Shackles

Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) Chairman Mustafa Gültepe, in his address, recalled the FTAs the EU has concluded with MERCOSUR countries and India. Stating that they have no objection to the EU signing FTAs with third countries, Gültepe continued:

“However, we strongly object to these FTAs turning the 30-year-old Customs Union Agreement into shackles for Turkey. We have serious objections to the possibility of products of Indian and South American origin entering our country duty-free indirectly through the EU. We are a country that is formally conducting full membership negotiations with the EU — even if those negotiations are effectively frozen. Accordingly, we have rights as well as obligations. Rather than being a neighbor whose door is only knocked on in difficult times, we want to be a strategic partner with whom the EU develops sustainable cooperation on the basis of mutual benefit.”

Other Speakers at the Event:

Mario Jorge Machado, President of EURATEX (European Apparel and Textile Confederation): EU Regulations Serve Not as a Barrier but as a Strategic Market Filter, Providing a Competitive Edge to Turkish Companies That Align Early.

“The EU regulatory framework should not be a barrier — it is a market access filter. Turkish companies that align early will not just comply; they will compete on terms that others cannot match.”

Stefano Festa Marzotto, President of the International Apparel Federation (IAF): IAF, ITMF, and IHKIB are driving industry transformation by uniting manufacturers, brands, and governments under a shared, manufacturer-centered agenda.

“Industry transformation will not happen through individual actors working in isolation – not through brands alone setting requirements, development partners alone running project-by-project programmes, manufacturers alone investing without support and infrastructure. It requires a new approach – one that places manufacturers at the centre and allows the whole industry to work together in the same direction, with a shared agenda and a shared understanding of what needs to happen, and in what sequence. This conviction underpinned IAF and ITMF’s joint founding of ATTI, the sector’s platform for manufacturer-driven collective action to realise industry transformation. And it underpins IHKIB’s role as a pioneer of the initiative. By supporting manufacturer leadership while leveraging the participation of brands, government representatives and industry experts, IAF, ITMF and IHKIB are creating the conditions for coordination demanded by industry transformation.”

Lindita Xhaferi-Salihu, Business Engagement Lead at UN Climate Change (UNFCCC): Heading towards COP31, the Turkish apparel industry is leveraging its strategic role in the European ecosystem to accelerate climate action through strengthened public-private partnerships.

“We are now in a decisive phase of implementation. As we look ahead to COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, the Global Climate Action Agenda underscores what the real economy is already demonstrating: solutions exist, and proven approaches are being deployed. The central challenge for the fashion industry is no longer to define what needs to be done, but to accelerate the pace and scale of implementation. This requires strengthened collaboration between public and private actors across value chains to enable the conditions for delivery—through predictable policy frameworks, accessible finance, clear demand signals, and partnerships that translate ambition into action.”

“Today, the Turkish apparel industry is a strong and well-established part of the European production ecosystem, and Türkiye has become the European Union’s largest apparel supplier in its closest geography. Thanks to the Customs Union, our industry is deeply integrated into European value chains and has evolved into a reliable, competitive and strategic production hub for Europe.

Hüsnü Dilemre, Director General for International Agreements and European Union at the Ministry of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye: Türkiye aims to turn the green transition into a strategic opportunity by aligning with EU standards to reinforce its position as Europe’s most sustainable, resilient, and competitive manufacturing hub.

We see the green transition not as a challenge, but as a major opportunity to further strengthen this position. Sustainability, circularity and traceability are becoming central elements of global trade, and our industry has already gained significant experience in adapting to these new expectations and producing in line with EU standards. In the coming period, by continuing our alignment with evolving EU legislation under the Customs Union, we aim to accelerate the green transformation of existing supply chains together with the EU and further reinforce Türkiye’s role as a sustainable, resilient and competitive manufacturing base.”

Het bericht Türkiye calls for urgent Customs Union update to protect apparel industry competitiveness verscheen eerst op IAF.

It gives us great pleasure to present the upcoming Global Sourcing Summit 2026, scheduled to be held on 3 & 4 June 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, alongside the 2nd Asia Sourcing Show 2026 (Textiles & Apparel) at the IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Center in Bangkok.

Convened at a defining moment for the global textile and apparel industry, and positioned as a one-of-a-kind high-level gathering of the global sourcing ecosystem, the Summit will feature influential voices from international federations & associations, regional industry leaders, brands, sourcing offices, manufacturers, and innovators – to discuss the future of global textile and apparel supply chains in a rapidly changing world and create a powerful platform for dialogue, collaboration, networking, and business development.

Exploring new pathways

As global sourcing strategies continue to evolve amid geopolitical shifts, supply chain diversification, sustainability imperatives, digital transformation, and changing trade dynamics, the Summit aims to serve as a strategic platform where the industry collectively explores new pathways for resilience, collaboration, and growth across Asia and beyond.

The Global Sourcing Summit 2026 is being organized alongside the 2nd Asia Sourcing Show 2026 (Textiles & Apparel), jointly organized by CEMS-Global USA and the ASEAN Federation of Textile Industries (AFTEX), with the support and participation of leading regional and international industry stakeholders.

Industry-defining platforms

The 2nd Asia Sourcing Show 2026 and the Global Sourcing Summit 2026 are being positioned as landmark, industry-defining platforms, with:

• The ASEAN Federation of Textile Industries (AFTEX) as Co-Organizer, playing a central leadership role
• International Apparel Federation (IAF) as Strategic Partner
• China Chamber of Commerce for Import & Export of Textiles (CCCT) as Partner

Strategic discussions will focus on:

• The Future of Global Sourcing
• ASEAN & Asia as the Next Manufacturing Powerhouse
• Supply Chain Diversification & Resilience
• Sustainability, ESG & Compliance, Trade Policy
• AI, Innovation & Smart Manufacturing
• Trade Partnerships & Regional Collaboration

Rapidly evolving Asian sourcing ecosystem

Bangkok – positioned at the heart of Asia, provides the ideal meeting point for this important gathering, offering unparalleled regional connectivity and access to the rapidly evolving Asian sourcing ecosystem.

The Global Sourcing Summit 2026 is designed for decision-makers seeking to understand where global sourcing is heading – and how Asia is positioning itself at the center of the industry’s next chapter.

This convergence of stakeholders is transforming the Show and Summit into a truly pan-Asian, globally relevant sourcing ecosystem – bringing together Asian manufacturers, exporters, regional and global buyers, policymakers, and industry leaders under one integrated platform.

For more information, please visit:

• Global Sourcing Summit 2026 – www.globalsourcingsummit.com
• 2nd Asia Sourcing Show 2026 (Textiles & Apparel) – www.asia-sourcing.com

Het bericht Global Sourcing Summit 2026 verscheen eerst op IAF.