ITM 2026 Draws International Buyers and Investment-Focused Visitors in First Three Days

Textile machinery exhibition welcomes visitors from nearly 100 countries as exhibitors report strong business engagement and machinery sales

ITM 2026 International Textile Machinery Exhibition, one of the major meeting platforms for the textile machinery industry, has attracted visitors from around the world during its opening days. Thousands of industry professionals from approximately 100 countries, including Egypt, Pakistan, India, Uzbekistan, Syria, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia, visited the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center to explore textile machinery, investment opportunities, and potential business partnerships.

Organised by Teknik Fuarcılık A.Ş. and Tüyap Tüm Fuarcılık Yapım A.Ş. in partnership with TEMSAD, ITM 2026 officially opened on 9 June. The exhibition showcases the latest technologies from textile machinery manufacturers while providing a platform for product launches, business networking, and commercial discussions.

The event has also served as an accessible meeting point for industry professionals who face challenges attending exhibitions in Europe due to visa requirements and travel costs. Visitors from Asia, Europe, Africa, America, the Middle East, and the Turkic Republics attended the exhibition, reinforcing its international participation.

Business Decision-Makers Drive Visitor Quality

Participating companies reported that ITM 2026 has attracted not only a high volume of visitors but also decision-makers involved in investment planning. According to exhibitors, business owners, factory managers, and executives evaluating new textile machinery investments have shown strong interest since the exhibition opened.

Industry representatives stated that the continued participation of companies maintaining their investment plans despite current economic conditions has contributed to the commercial activity at the exhibition.

Machinery Sales and New Business Agreements

Exhibitors reported extensive business meetings throughout the exhibition, with several companies finalising machinery sales agreements during the event. Industry representatives noted that investment activity remains active despite existing market conditions, making the exhibition an important platform for commercial engagement and future collaborations.

Technology Showcase Continues Until 13 June

ITM 2026 will continue welcoming visitors until 13 June, presenting machinery and technologies covering weaving, knitting, yarn production, digital printing, finishing, and denim manufacturing.

The exhibition also features digitalisation technologies aimed at supporting sustainable manufacturing. Visitors have the opportunity to discuss production technologies with industry experts, evaluate equipment for future factory investments, and explore solutions designed for textile manufacturing operations.