HIGHTEX 2026: Technologies Shaping the Future of Technical Textiles
The HIGHTEX 2026 International Technical Textiles and Nonwoven Exhibition is the first and only exhibition in Turkey on this subject. It will open its doors at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center between June 9-13, 2026. The exhibition aims to bring together leading technical textile and nonwoven technology manufacturers from all over the world and will host impressing innovations, especially in the fields of nonwoven fabrics and smart textiles, shaping the future of the industry.
Artificial Intelligence and Automation Supported Nonwoven Production Technologies
HIGHTEX 2026 will focus on the latest technologies used in nonwoven fabric production. Next-generation nonwoven production techniques, designed with sustainability-focused innovations to minimize environmental impact, smart production systems integrated with Industry 4.0 that enable faster and more efficient production of nonwoven fabrics, and AI-supported quality control and automation solutions will take center stage at HIGHTEX 2026.
Trends in Smart Textiles
The integration of technology into the textile industry takes on a new dimension with the rise of smart textiles. Among the innovative production technologies for smart textiles are nanotechnology, embedded sensors, heat- and pressure-sensitive fibers, and wireless-connected fabrics. HIGHTEX 2026 will be a discovery space not only for designers and manufacturers but also for technology enthusiasts. The exhibition will feature cutting-edge materials developed for the geotextile, medical textile, aerospace, and automotive industries, as well as special textile solutions for hygiene products and the agriculture and food sectors, providing professionals the opportunity to closely explore the latest technologies.