MUMBAI – Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India and the Austrian Fibers Institute have agreed to stage the Asia edition of the Dornbirn Global Fibres Conference as a part of the Techtextil India Symposium in 2025.
As the global demand for technical textiles surges, India is emerging as a key hub for innovation and growth. Recognising the vast potential of this evolving market, Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India said the event would “set new benchmarks for the global technical textiles industry”.
The 10th edition of Techtextil India 2025 which is scheduled from 19 – 21 November 2025, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, will open its doors for the Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress Asia on 18 November 2025.
By uniting the platforms, organisers said it will offer an opportunity for the entire value chain of the technical textiles industry to explore global advancements in fibre technology, sustainable materials and cutting-edge applications, all aligning with the growing focus on innovation.
Taking place under the theme, ‘Shaping the future: Sustainable Growth in Fiber Solutions and Innovations’, the conference will be led by globally acclaimed subject matter experts, researchers, manufacturers and thought leaders.
It will also host a diverse line-up of speakers from India and around the world, showcasing cutting-edge innovations and expertise in the fibre and textile industry.
Discussing the collaboration, Raj Manek, executive director and board member, Messe Frankfurt Asia, said: “The technical textiles industry is at a transformative juncture in India. At this point of time, the partnership of Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India with Austrian Fibers Institute to organise Dornbirn GFC along with Techtextil India 2025 will amplify the benefits of networking and knowledge sharing for the industry professionals.
“A collaboration of this stature for technical textiles will set a new benchmark for the industry segment.”
Matthias W. Gluth, managing director, Austrian Fibers Institute, added: “We are thrilled about this collaboration, which marks a significant step in extending our presence in Asia. It aligns with the vision of the Dornbirn GFC to strengthen its footprint in this dynamic region.
“Alongside the already established Dornbirn GFC Asia – Korea, this new collaboration with Techtextil India reflects our commitment to actively contribute to and engage with the growing Indian market, fostering innovation and global partnerships in the fibre and textile industry.”
Techtextil India 2025 edition is already sold out and has witnessed a strong interest from leading global brands who have signed up to exhibit. Industry giants such as Reliance Industries, Aditya Birla Yarns, JB Ecotex Ltd, Ganesha Ecosphere Ltd and Perlon Group along with many other prestigious brands, have committed to showcasing their latest developments.
The industry machinery manufacturers, fibre and yarn, advancements by textile mills, nonwoven, functional textiles, high-performance apparel and more, will also be a part of the display along with specialised pavilions like Meditex, focusing on advancements in medical textiles.
Target
The Indian government is aiming for the country’s technical textile market to reach US$40 billion by 2030 with a target of $10 billion in exports in the same timeframe.
Underpinning this growth are schemes such as the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) and Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (TUFS), which are offering benefits and incentives to industry stakeholders.
Under NTTM, for example, the government is focusing on 156 research and development projects to help drive innovation. The government is also encouraging Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs) to boost the segment.
Meanwhile, the growing focus on sustainability and circularity in textiles is opening up new avenues encouraging reuse, repairing, refurbishing and recycling of the products.
And Indian government and technical textile educational programmes are witnessing a growth to impart knowledge and skills across categories like medical textiles, mobile textiles, geotextiles and geosynthetics.
Amidst this backdrop, organisers say that the collaboration of Dornbirn GFC and Techtextil India 2025 marks a pivotal step in positioning India as a global hub for technical textile innovation and strengthening cross-border knowledge exchange.
