20 September 2023, Mumbai
Substantial Increase in Exhibitors and Visitors
The recent Yarn Expo Autumn show, Asia's largest yarn and fiber trade fair, boasted an impressive participation of 510 exhibitors hailing from 14 different countries and regions, marking a substantial 19% increase compared to the previous edition. Notably, the event welcomed new exhibitor countries and regions, including Bangladesh, France, Indonesia, Japan, the Netherlands, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam, resulting in an almost six-fold surge in international booths.
Wide Array of Products on Display
The fair showcased a wide array of products across various zones and pavilions, encompassing an extensive spectrum of offerings such as cotton yarns, cellulose fibers, and recycled synthetics, among others.
In light of the growing emphasis on sustainability, the event witnessed a significant surge in attendance, with 20,297 buyers representing 106 countries and regions, a substantial increase from 2021 when there were 13,037 visitors from 28 countries and regions.
Global Industry Collaboration
By bringing together numerous prominent industry players from across the globe, the organizers assert that the Yarn Expo Autumn serves as a crucial contributor to global industry trends. The event's fringe program often mirrors the innovative trends observed on the show floor.
Notably, one of the most notable trends in recent years has been the increased focus on eco-friendliness throughout the textile supply chain.
Sustainability at the Forefront
There was palpable enthusiasm throughout the fairground during this edition, with buyers displaying a particular interest in the diverse range of environmentally friendly products showcased by both international and domestic exhibitors."
The Econogy Concept
The recently introduced 'Econogy' concept, which combines economic and ecological considerations, is poised to have a lasting and sustainable impact within Messe Frankfurt's Texpertise Network.
For Yarn Expo Autumn, this initiative will further enhance the focus on an area that is already of paramount importance to a multitude of fair attendees.
