Ahmedabad, October 12, 2023 – The much-anticipated Intexcon 2023, a global denim summit, concluded with resounding success on October 4th in Ahmedabad. Organized by Diagonal Consulting (India) in association with bluesign technologies ag, Switzerland, Intexcon 2023 brought together some of the brightest minds and most innovative leaders in the field of fibres, textiles, automation, sustainability, brands & technology, fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas & insights.
With over 300 participants from India, Switzerland & Germany, Intexcon 2023 is now being hailed as a milestone event that promises to shape the future of the denim industry. The summit began on October 3, with an inauguration ceremony that featured distinguished speakers from Arvind Ltd, Reliance Industries & bluesign technologies ag, who highlighted the significance of innovation & sustainable practices across the denim value chain.
Over the two days, Intexcon 2023 hosted a series of informative sessions that revolved around key themes like sustainability, innovation and circularity in the denim industry. Industry leaders, experts, and thought pioneers shared their experiences and insights, presenting a comprehensive view of the industry’s present and future.
One of the key highlights of the summit was the “Young Achiever Award” being recognized and celebrated with Ms. Amoli Shah of Prashant Group, Mr. Prashant Mangukia of Yamuna Machine works & Mr. Saurin Mistry of Jupiter Comtex for their outstanding contributions to sustainability and innovation in the denim sector.
The emphasis on ethical and sustainable manufacturing practices was a central theme throughout the summit, reflecting the industry’s commitment to reducing its environmental footprint.
Intexcon 2023 also featured some of the presentations by world leaders like Rieter, Uster, Truetzschler, Reliance, Pulcra Chemicals, Britacel & Spykar allowing attendees to explore the latest technologies and innovations in Recycling, Fibre Innovations for denim production, Eco-friendly dyeing processes, Circular denim concepts as well as Consumer Insights in Denims. This provided a unique opportunity for attendees to witness the industry’s advancements first-hand.
Nirav Shah, Co-Founder & Partner at Diagonal Consulting (India), expressed his fulfilment with the event’s outcome revealing, “Intexcon 2023 has exceeded our expectations. The textile industry has embraced the importance of sustainability & innovation, and the deliberations at the summit have paved the way for a meaningful change in the industry.”
“We are excited and happy to be part of this global denim initiative by associating with Diagonal Consulting (India) for this summit,” said Katharina Mayer, Regional CRM, Indian sub-continent, at bluesign technologies ag. “The success of Intexcon 2023 underscores our commitment to promoting sustainable practices throughout the denim value chain, for example: no pumic stone washing anymore and promoting the technologies like laser and ozone treatment that are being implemented by manufacturers. We are proud to be actively part of this transformation.”
Intexcon 2023 has established itself as a pivotal event in the textile industry calendar, offering a platform for stakeholders to connect, collaborate and drive sustainable change. As the textile industry continues to evolve, the emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendly production is set to become increasingly important, and Intexcon 2023 has set the stage for responsible manufacturing processes and clean denim throughout the value chain.
