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15 May 2025

More key upgrades to drive business, innovation and sustainability at Cinte Techtextil China 2025

Shanghai, 15 May 2025. The 2024 edition saw an increase in visits and a 92% visitor satisfaction rate, with 84% of those surveyed intending to return to future editions. Leveraging this momentum, the show will roll out several upgrades in 2025. In addition to two other inaugural zones (for medical & protective, and automotive products), the debut Textile Chemicals and Dyes Zone will spotlight the show’s newest product category. In addition, Cinte Techtextil China’s Sustainability Guided Tours will rebrand into the Econogy Tour, highlighting several exhibitors who have passed the independently-verified Econogy Check. Meanwhile, including supplementary forums for protective and automotive textiles, a broadened fringe programme will complement the new features onsite.

9 Jan 2025

Cinte Techtextil China returns with debut zones in early September 2025, harnessing sub-sector market potential

Shanghai, 9 January 2025. From 3 to 5 September, Cinte Techtextil China will return to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, with new features capitalising on market growth. In addition to its regular European Zone, the upcoming edition will launch two product zones, namely the Medtech & Protech Zone and the Mobiltech Zone, alongside other precisely crafted features. With innovation and sustainability at its heart, the fair’s fringe programme will include events such as Econogy Talks, an innovative product showcase and other themed conferences and presentations, maximising promotion and information exchange between fairgoers.

2 Oct 2024

Cinte Techtextil China 2024 closes after promoting East-West nonwovens and technical textiles business exchange

Shanghai, 2 October 2024. In the face of an evolving economic landscape, the technical textiles and nonwovens sectors are often at the forefront of adaptation and innovation. Such was the case at the recently concluded Cinte Techtextil China 2024, attracting nearly 400 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions and nearly 17,000 visits (2023: 15,542), with visitors hailing from 77 countries and regions. Taking place from 19 – 21 September across three halls at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, the most extensive product groups at the fair comprised nonwovens; technology, equipment and accessories; and woven fabrics, laid webs, knitted fabrics, and braidings. Highlights included a range of innovation and sustainability focused fringe events, and the return of the German Pavilion and European Zone, with participants touting the domestic market’s renewed potential across a range of application areas.

16 Sep 2024

Cinte Techtextil China 2024 opens with nearly 400 global exhibitors fuelling innovation and sustainability

Shanghai, 16 September 2024. Industry players at the leading edge of technical textiles, nonwovens, and related machinery are preparing to welcome buyers to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre this week, with Cinte Techtextil China 2024 to serve as the gateway to the APAC markets. From 19 to 21 September, nearly 400 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions will inspire progress and global trade across the 38,000 sqm exhibition space. In addition to the high-traffic International Area at Hall E1, which features the German Pavilion, European Zone, and various overseas brands, the fair will also showcase six domestic themed zones and six domestic pavilions covering major market segments and application areas. Beyond sourcing, visitors can stay informed about industry trends, technological breakthroughs, and sustainable concepts through a diverse lineup of fringe events.

9 Sep 2024

Navigating innovation, sustainable business with insightful fringe events at Cinte Techtextil China 2024

Shanghai, 9 September 2024. With new ideas sweeping across the industry, Cinte Techtextil China 2024 is set to spotlight participants’ technological capabilities and drive further eco-advancement. From 19 – 21 September, a range of fringe events featuring the dual industry catalysts, innovation and sustainability, will be held in Halls E1 – E3 of the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Exhibitors and other leading industry players will share products and insights on the way forward, augmenting the business exchange on the show floor. Highlighted fringe events include: an eco-focused panel discussion, the newly launched sustainability tours, the 12th China International Nonwovens Conference, an innovation showcase and awards, various exhibitor seminars, and many more.

24 Jul 2024

Innovation on show: Cinte Techtextil China bids ‘willkommen’ to returning German Pavilion and inspiring fringe events

Shanghai, 24 July 2024. Known for its quality products and advanced technology, the German flag is a reputable brand of its own in the fields of technical textiles and nonwovens. The German Pavilion, a highly regarded platform at one of Asia’s leading industry trade fairs, is confirmed to return from 19 – 21 September at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. For the first time since borders reopened, industry leaders gathering under the banner will bolster the fair’s innovation and sustainability with a comprehensive showcase, from raw materials to machinery, complemented by diversified fringe events across the fairground.

29 May 2024

Cinte Techtextil China 2024: holding strong appeal for visitors, with multiple international exhibitors confirmed

Shanghai, 29 May 2024. Standing as Asia’s leading technical textiles and nonwovens trade fair, Cinte Techtextil China is favoured by domestic and international buyers due its proximity to APAC hotspots and wide-ranging product application areas. With four months until the show opens doors, multiple key exhibitors have already confirmed participation. In conjunction with a positive global outlook, key players are eager to congregate again at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre from 19 – 21 September, to showcase innovations and connect with buyers from various sectors.

17 Nov 2023

Cinte Techtextil China 2024 to connect with future markets through innovation

Shanghai, 17 November 2023. With the markets in good health and various innovations gaining traction, Asia’s leading technical textiles and nonwovens trade fair will take place from 19 – 21 September 2024 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. In its capacity as a well-established platform for the latest textiles, nonwovens, and equipment, the 17th edition of the fair will offer business opportunities across the industry supply chain. With the previous edition attracting 467 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions across 40,000 sqm, the organisers are looking to build on that success at next year’s show.

3 Oct 2023

Sustainability and industry innovation in focus at recent Cinte Techtextil China 2023

Since the rapid growth brought about by the pandemic, the technical textiles and nonwovens markets are stabilising towards a new normal – one in which technological innovation, sustainable development, and intelligent manufacturing are the most sought-after qualities. Held from 19 – 21 September 2023 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, the fair amplified this new industry direction, both through its fringe programme and across the booths of the 40,000 sqm show floor. With a nearly one-third increase from 2021, 467 exhibitors representing 13 countries and regions engaged a significantly international visitor flow, numbering 15,542 total visits from 52 countries and regions. Suppliers showcased up-to-date products for multiple application areas, with various equipment, technical textiles and nonwovens for agriculture, automotive, protective apparel, and medical and hygiene especially prevalent.

14 Sep 2023

Cinte Techtextil China 2023: next week’s innovation hub draws nearly 500 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions

Technological progress often results from close collaboration, and industries that rely on continual improvement stand to benefit from the return to in-person business. Cinte Techtextil China’s first edition since eased pandemic measures is set to reflect a 27.9% increase in exhibitor numbers, with a rejuvenated international contingent further supplemented by the return of the European Zone. Taking place from 19 – 21 September across 40,000 sqm at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (halls E1 – E3), next week’s technical textiles and nonwovens platform is expected to welcome buyers from across Asia, Europe, and beyond. Pre-registrations have doubled compared to the previous edition, and international buyers account for over 20% of the total. Visitors can look forward to an informative fringe programme, and products including antimicrobials, coating & bondtec, technology & machinery, woven fabrics, and many more, with the inaugural Marine Textile Zone in hall E3 a special highlight.

29 Aug 2023

Cinte Techtextil China 2023 to launch new Marine Textile Zone amid favourable forecast

At the crosswinds of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan for the Development of the Marine Economy and its 14th Five-Year Guidance for the Development of the Technical Textiles Industry lies the marine textile sub-sector. Following the government’s directive, the Marine Textile Zone will be unfurled at this year’s fair, taking place from 19 – 21 September 2023 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Multiple exhibitors from across China have confirmed their participation within the zone, which will be comprised of three main parts: green marine science and nautical rope netting innovation display area, the Technology Exchange Forum, and the awards ceremony of the Top 10 Suppliers in the China Rope Net Industry.

1 Jun 2023

Exhibitors drawn to Cinte Techtextil China 2023’s resurgent European Zone

With four months until the technical textiles and nonwovens show opens its doors, floor space booked by international suppliers is already more than double the area of the previous edition, which attracted 366 exhibitors from eight countries and regions. Taking place from 19 – 21 September 2023 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, this year’s fair will see the European Zone return to the fairground. The high-traffic zone is set to welcome a number of new and returning exhibitors eager to showcase their products to a business-hungry domestic market.

8 Feb 2023

Cinte Techtextil China 2023 set for September as country opens up

With China easing its pandemic restrictions, foreign exhibitors and buyers can look forward to quarantine-free travel when participating at this year’s industry showcase in Shanghai. The technical textile and nonwovens fair is scheduled to take place from 19 – 21 September 2023 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, amid positive market forecasts for both sectors. The organisers are anticipating a strong showing and the conclusion of an inconsistent period for in-person textile business.

11 Nov 2022

Cinte Techtextil China to take place in 2023

Owing to evolving pandemic circumstances in Shanghai, the organisers have announced that Cinte Techtextil China will no longer be taking place from 7 – 9 December 2022 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). A new fair date in 2023 will be announced in due course.

24 Oct 2022

World-renowned exhibitors book their place at December’s Cinte Techtextil China

Wide-scale innovation will be on display in Hall 7.1 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, as a range of international and domestic exhibitors have confirmed their participation at this year’s fair. From 7 – 9 December 2022, the key industry event will welcome visitors sourcing solutions for all 12 application areas of technical textiles and nonwovens. The 2021 edition hosted 366 exhibitors and recorded 14,868 visits

28 Sep 2022

Cinte Techtextil China returns this December

Following its deferral earlier this year, organisers announced that Cinte Techtextil China 2022 will now take place from 7 – 9 December at the National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai. The coming edition will address the latest trends, technologies and applications that are shaping the industry and market in the region.

5 Aug 2022

Organisers announce deferral of Cinte Techtextil China 2022

In light of the evolving pandemic circumstances in Shanghai, Cinte Techtextil China will no longer be taking place from 6 – 8 September at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. A new date for the technical textile fair will be announced in due course.

17 May 2022

Cinte Techtextil China to address personal hygiene and sustainability demands this September

With global consumers becoming more conscious about personal hygiene and environmental protection, exhibitors at Cinte Techtexil China will spotlight materials and technologies for products that respond to these trends. The fair will probe into the associated growth opportunities as the country is one of the leading markets for nonwovens and technical textiles. The event will be held from 6 – 8 September in halls E1 – E3 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

21 Jan 2022

Strong internal & external demand expected to benefit exhibitors at September’s Cinte Techtextil China

Promising conditions in the technical textiles and nonwovens market are expected to provide ample opportunities for suppliers at this year’s Cinte Techtextil China. The fair, which last year saw 366 exhibitors and 14,868 visits, will take place from 6 – 8 September 2022 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Flexible exhibiting options will once again be available for overseas companies.

17 Aug 2021

Cinte Techtextil China 2022 confirmed for September

The 2022 edition of Cinte Techtextil China has been confirmed to take place from 6 – 8 September at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. 2021 saw 366 exhibitors and 14,868 visits recorded at the June hybrid event, which offered in-person and digital options for suppliers and buyers.

7 Jul 2021

Cinte Techtextil China concluded with successful in-person and online editions

The second edition of Cinte Techtextil China to take place since the post-pandemic recovery began was once again strongly appreciated by exhibitors and buyers for providing the opportunity to conduct business face-to-face from 22 – 24 June. The new Techtextil Digital Days online platform was also highly praised for connecting exhibitors with buyers unable to be at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in-person. This edition marked the first time the fair took place on an annual basis, having been held biennially previously, with 366 exhibitors participating and 14,868 visits recorded.

17 Jun 2021

Techtextil Digital Days to facilitate worldwide sourcing at next week’s Cinte Techtextil China

Alongside the in-person version of next week’s fair, running from 22 – 24 June in Shanghai, the new Techtextil Digital Days @ Cinte Techtextil China 2021 will allow exhibitors and buyers to connect seamlessly from anywhere in the world. The fair takes place in halls E1 & E2 of the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

2 Jun 2021

Cinte Techtextil China’s first annual and second hybrid edition on schedule for 22 – 24 June

Taking place from 22 – 24 June at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, this year’s Cinte Techtextil China marks the first edition since the fair switched from a biennial to an annual event. And following the success of last year’s hybrid fair, exhibitors and visitors unable to attend the in-person event in Shanghai will be able to participate virtually with a range of options available.

9 Mar 2021

Cinte Techtextil China to offer hybrid solutions for exhibitors & buyers again

Following the success of the first hybrid exhibition in September 2020, Cinte Techtextil China will once again provide online solutions for exhibitors and buyers unable to attend the in-person fair this June. This edition also marks the first time the fair will take place annually, having been held biennially in the past. The fair will now run from 22 – 24 June 2021 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, a change to the date and venue that was previously announced.

7 Sep 2020

Cinte Techtextil China concludes successful in-person and virtual 2020 edition; fair to become annual event from 2021

Cinte Techtextil wrapped up its 2020 edition on 4 September, with both the in-person event and a new online sourcing platform being widely praised. The fair attracted 409 exhibitors and over 15,300 visits across 38,000 sqm at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. This year marked the last time the fair would be held biennially, as it will switch to an annual event starting in 2021.

1 Sep 2020

Cinte Techtextil China opens this week; new online sourcing platform allows worldwide connection

Meet onsite or meet online: Cinte Techtextil’s new online business matching service is already live, allowing suppliers and buyers to connect before this week’s fair in Shanghai. Along with this change due to the COVID-19 pandemic is a new Medical and Protective Zone, and a range of hygiene measures onsite to ensure participant safety. The fair runs from 2 – 4 September in halls E1 – E3 of the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

17 Aug 2020

Next month’s Cinte Techtextil China attracts more suppliers of pandemic-related products

As the 2 – 4 September Cinte Techtextil China draws nearer, visitor enquiries about products that can be used to combat the current as well as future pandemics continue to flood in. As the fair features products for 12 application areas spanning the full range of potential uses of modern textile technologies, buyers have a wide range of products and solutions to choose from to meet these needs. The new Medical and Protective Zone will also offer even more sourcing options this year. The fair will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in halls E1, E2 and E3.

11 Aug 2020

International exhibitors out in full force at next month’s Cinte Techtextil China

September’s Cinte Techtextil China will feature a strong line-up of international companies as they look to benefit from the Chinese industrial sector’s continuing recovery. One of the first fairs in the technical textiles and nonwovens industry to be held since events were put on hold earlier in the year, strong participation from the domestic market is expected, while international buyers can source at the fair through a new online service. The fair will take place from 2 – 4 September in halls E1, E2 & E3 of the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

6 Jul 2020

German Pavilion confirmed for September’s Cinte Techtextil China

The German Pavilion will return to the 2020 edition of Cinte Techtextil China, with many of the participating exhibitors buoyed by the surging demand for Protech and hygiene related products. The fair is Asia’s leading international event for the whole technical textiles and nonwovens sector, and will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre from 2 – 4 September.

4 Jun 2020

New Medical and Protective Zone at Cinte Techtextil China in September

Recognising the important role the technical textiles and nonwovens sector has played in combating the pandemic in recent months and new opportunities in future for suppliers, Cinte Techtextil will debut a Medical and Protective Zone at the 2 – 4 September 2020 edition. To further support the industry, the exhibitor registration deadline has been extended to give companies more time to sign up for the fair.

18 Mar 2020

Cinte Techtextil China 2020: growth rebound and opportunities for the technical textiles and nonwovens sector expected

While the global economy as well as the textiles sector are in a state of flux at present, this unique situation is expected to present opportunities for exhibitors at September’s 14th edition of Cinte Techtextil China. Taking place from 2 – 4 September at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in halls N2 – N4, the event is Asia’s leading international trade fair for the technical textiles and nonwovens industry. The 2018 edition saw 485 exhibitors take part, nearly 40% of which were international brands, while the fair recorded 13,203 visits from 55 countries & regions.

17 Oct 2019

Cinte Techtextil China confirmed for September 2020; exhibitor applications now open

Asia’s leading international trade fair for the technical textiles and nonwovens industry returns to Shanghai in 2020 for its 14th edition. The fair is confirmed to take place from 2 – 4 September at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, its home for the last three editions. The previous fair in 2018 hosted some 485 exhibitors from 22 countries and regions, while there were 13,203 visits coming from 55 countries and regions.

20 Sep 2018

Final report: Cinte Techtextil China succeeds as an effective business platform once again

Quality buyers, new business opportunities and a still-growing domestic market: this was the consensus from participants as Cinte Techtextil China concluded on 6 September. The exhibitor and visitor numbers may have remained roughly the same this edition, but exhibitors all agreed that quality over quantity matters, and at the 2018 edition, this was certainly in evidence throughout the 4 – 6 September show in Shanghai. These exhibitors totalled 485 from 22 countries and regions (2016: 480, 26 countries and regions), including an 8% rise in overseas participants. The number of visits recorded a slight increase, totalling 13,203 from 55 countries and regions (2016: 13,085, 67 countries and regions).

28 Aug 2018

480 international exhibitors ready for Cinte Techtextil 2018

Cinte Techtextil China opens its doors next week, with around 480 exhibitors from 22 countries and regions preparing for another successful showcase of the world’s leading textile innovations. Leading international and domestic brands will feature in halls N1 – N3 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre from 4 – 6 September, making Cinte Techtextil the ideal place to make connections and gain insight into Chinese and Asian market trends.

15 Aug 2018

Belgium, Czech Republic, Germany and Taiwan Pavilions to join Cinte Techtextil China

From 4 – 6 September, leading innovations and technologies from around the world will feature in the Shanghai New International Expo Centre for Cinte Techtextil China 2018. With a growing technical textile market in China and Asia, big industry names will come to showcase new products. The Belgium, Germany and Taiwan Pavilions are predicted to draw a crowd with their return, while the Czech Republic Pavilion makes its debut appearance.

6 Aug 2018

Strong potential in Buildtech and Mobiltech sectors to be displayed at Cinte Techtextil China

This September’s Cinte Techtextil China will once again provide a strong barometer of the state of the global technical textiles industry, and in particular which sectors in Asia as a whole, and China specifically, are performing well. Two of these for certain are Buildtech and Mobiltech, with a number of leading global and Chinese brands exhibiting to eager buyers from these sectors.

19 Jul 2018

Industry-leading brands confirmed for September’s Cinte Techtextil China

As the countdown to the 2018 edition of Cinte Techtextil China enters its last two months, the final exhibitor line-up is starting to take shape. A number of leading international and Chinese brands across the fair’s 12 product application areas will feature at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre from 4 – 6 September, with an expected 500-plus total exhibitors from around 20 countries & regions set to feature.

1 Jun 2018

Leading international machinery brands sign up for Cinte Techtextil China

Asia’s largest biennial event for the entire technical textiles and nonwovens sector will feature some of the industry’s biggest overseas machinery brands. Held on the earlier date of 4 – 6 September this year, the fair will feature an expected 500-plus total exhibitors from around 20 countries & regions.

2 May 2018

Demand for European technical textiles attracts leading companies to Cinte Techtextil China

Exhibitors from eight countries have already confirmed to participate in the fair’s European Zone. They join an expected 500-plus total exhibitors from around the world. The 2018 edition of this biennial fair takes place from 4 – 6 September in halls N1 – N3 of the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

1 Mar 2018

New date for Cinte Techtextil China 2018 as exhibitor registration opens

Exhibitor registration is open for Cinte Techtextil China, which will take place with an earlier date of 4 – 6 September this year. Asia’s largest biennial event for the entire technical textiles and nonwovens sector, the fair is held in a region that not only continues to grow strongly but is expected to do so for the foreseeable future, not least due to major government initiatives in China that are injecting billions of dollars of investment into the industry.

2 Nov 2016

Cinte Techtextil China sets new records as future looks bright in Asian technical textiles and nonwovens market

Reflecting the general optimism surrounding the technical textiles and nonwovens market in Asia, Cinte Techtextil China ended on a high last month with steady increases in the size of the fair and its internationalism. 480 exhibitors from 26 countries and regions (2014: 460, 22 countries and regions) took part, with new representation from Denmark, Japan, Poland and Sweden at this edition.

6 Oct 2016

Cinte Techtextil China 2016 opens next week with its most international exhibitor profile

Cinte Techtextil China will open its doors next week, with the most diverse exhibitor line-up ever awaiting trade buyers at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. 480 suppliers from 26 countries & regions will highlight their products from 12 – 14 October, making this edition the most international to date.

16 Sep 2016

Cinte Techtextil China to showcase Asia’s most innovative suppliers in Korea and Taiwan Pavilions

Cinte Techtextil China will open its doors in less than one month, with a final exhibitor lineup confirmed that is one of the most diverse yet. In addition to pavilions from Belgium, Germany and Italy as well as a European Zone and Chinese regional pavilions, the Korea and Taiwan Pavilions feature some of these countries’ best technical textiles and nonwovens suppliers.

10 Aug 2016

Belgium, German and Italian Pavilion participants at Cinte Techtextil China looking to capture demand for European products

October’s Cinte Techtextil China is shaping up to be one of the most diverse yet as more of the country and region pavilions begin to take shape, with each one featuring a range of exhibitors from different product groups and application areas. The fair boasts pavilions from Belgium, Germany, Italy, South Korea and Taiwan, as well as a just-confirmed Russian Zone, joined by the European Zone and a number of regional Chinese pavilions.

20 Jul 2016

European Zone at Cinte Techtextil China: new exhibitors widen sourcing options for buyers

Following the successful conclusion in May of the North American edition, the next Techtextil series fair will take place in Shanghai from 12 – 14 October at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Cinte Techtextil China’s strong reputation in the Asian technical textiles and nonwovens industry will see over 500 exhibitors from 23 countries & regions taking part this year, including many new exhibitors from Europe who will feature in the European Zone.

25 Feb 2016

Strength of Chinese market attracts first-time exhibitors to Cinte Techtextil China

With exhibitors categorised in 12 product application areas, Cinte Techtextil China features a diverse range of sourcing options from around the world that is unrivalled in Asia, with companies from Austria, Belgium, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Korea, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, UK and the US already signed on to take part.

8 Jan 2016

Asia’s leading biennial trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens returns to Shanghai in October

Following the success of the largest ever Cinte Techtextil China in 2014, Asia’s leading biennial trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens returns to Shanghai later this year. The event is scheduled to take place from 12 – 14 October at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Last year’s fair saw 460 exhibitors from 22 countries and regions across an exhibition area of 35,000 sqm.

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