ITF INNOVATEX PORTUGAL
11-13 MAY 2027
EXPONOR, PORTO - PORTUGAL
Upcoming Event
VISITING HOURS
11 MAY : 10:00 – 18:00 / 12 MAY : 10:00 – 18:00 / 13 MAY :10:00 – 16:00
INNOVATEX PORTUGAL: WHERE INNOVATION MEETS TEXTILES
INNOVATEX Portugal is an international B2B exhibition dedicated to technical textiles, advanced materials, functional fabrics and innovative textile solutions.
INNOVATEX is designed as a meeting point for textile innovation and industrial applications and brings together manufacturers, suppliers, technology providers, researchers and industry professionals to discover new materials, technologies and business opportunities.
From high-performance fibers and functional fabrics to nonwovens, composites and smart textile solutions, INNOVATEX showcases how textile innovation is shaping the industries of tomorrow.
Why Exhibit ?
EXPAND YOUR MARKET & BUILD PARTNERSHIPS
Introduce your products and technologies to new customers while connecting with distributors, manufacturers and international business partners across Porgual, Europe and global markets.
MEET DECISION-MAKERS & INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
Engage directly with manufacturers, buyers, sourcing professionals, engineers, product developers and R&D specialists seeking innovative solutions.
SHOWCASE YOUR INNOVATION
Present your materials, technologies and applications to a targeted audience looking for high-performance textile solutions.
ACCESS MULTIPLE INDUSTRIES
Position your solutions across key sectors including automotive, construction, healthcare, protective equipment, sports, agriculture, aerospace and industrial applications.
STRENGTHEN YOUR BRAND POSITIONING
Increase your visibility within a specialized platform focused on innovation and the future of technical textiles.
GALLERY
Product Groups
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING
& CONSULTING
• Research and development
• Textile institutes and laboratories
• Product development
• Engineering and consulting
• Testing and certification
• Design and planning services
TECHNOLOGY, PROCESSES & ACCESSORIES
• Textile technologies
• Production and processing technologies
• Finishing technologies
• Coating and laminating technologies
• Digital solutions
• Accessories and components
FIBRES & YARNS
• Man-made fibres
• Natural fibres
• High-performance fibres
• Functional fibres
• Technical yarns
• Specialty yarns
• Recycled and bio-based fibres
WOVEN FABRICS
• Technical woven fabrics
• High-performance fabrics
• Functional fabrics
• Industrial fabrics
• Reinforcement fabrics
• Specialty woven textiles
LAID WEBS, BRAIDING, KNITTED FABRICS
• Knitted technical textiles
• Braided textiles
• Laid webs
• Warp-knitted fabrics
• Weft-knitted fabrics
• Technical textile structures
NONWOVENS
• Spunbond nonwovens
• Meltblown nonwovens
• Needle-punched nonwovens
• Wetlaid nonwovens
• Functional nonwovens
• Industrial nonwoven solutions
COATED TEXTILES
• Coated fabrics
• Laminated textiles
• Membranes
• Functional coatings
• Surface treatments
• Finishing solutions
COMPOSITES
• Textile-reinforced composites
• Carbon fibre textiles
• Glass fibre textiles
• Reinforcement structures
• Lightweight composite materials
• Fibre-reinforced solutions
BONDTEC
• Bonding technologies
• Adhesive technologies
• Sealing solutions
• Welding technologies
• Joining and fastening solutions
• Textile bonding materials
FUNCTIONAL APPAREL TEXTILES
• Functional fabrics for apparel
• Performance textiles
• Sportswear fabrics
• Outdoor textiles
• Breathable fabrics
• Waterproof and weather-resistant textiles
• Thermal and temperature-regulating textiles
• Stretch and high-performance materials
• Protective apparel fabrics
• Workwear textiles
TEXTILE CHEMICALS & DYES
• Textile chemicals
• Functional chemicals
• Dyes and pigments
• Finishing agents
• Coating compounds
• Adhesives
• Textile auxiliaries
SMART TEXTILES
• E-textiles
• Conductive textiles
• Sensor-integrated fabrics
• Wearable technologies
• Intelligent textiles
• Connected textile solutions
ASSOCIATIONS, PUBLISHERS & SERVICES
• Industry associations
• Professional organizations
applications
• Trade publications and media
• Education and training
• Industry services
• Certification organizations
VISITOR PROFILE
• Fabric Manufacturers
• Garment & Apparel Manufacturers
• Technical Textile Manufacturers
• Nonwoven Manufacturers
• Yarn Manufacturers
• Fibre Manufacturers
• Knitting Companies
• Weaving Companies
• Dyeing & Finishing Companies
• Textile Printing Companies
• Fashion & Apparel Brands
• Sportswear Brands
• Activewear Brands
• Outdoor & Performance Brands
• Workwear Brands
• Protective Clothing Brands
• Footwear Brands
• Designers
• Product Developers
• Automotive & Transportation
• Aerospace & Aviation
• Construction & Architecture
• Medical & Healthcare
• Agriculture & Horticulture
• Filtration & Environmental Technologies
• Packaging
• Marine & Maritime
• Sports & Leisure
• Interior & Home Applications
• Buyers
• Purchasing Managers
• Procurement Managers
• Sourcing Managers
• Material Managers
• Importers & Exporters
• Distributors
• Wholesalers
• Buying Houses
• Sourcing Offices
• Textile Engineers
• Production Managers
• Factory Managers
• Textile Machinery Professionals
• Automation Specialists
• Digital Manufacturing Specialists
• Textile Printing Professionals
• Software & Technology Professionals
• Testing & Quality Control Specialists
• R&D Managers
• Researchers
• Material Developers
• Product Development Teams
• Sustainability Professionals
• Universities & Research Institutes
• Testing & Certification Organisations
• Innovation Centres
• Technology Centres
Why Visit ?
- Discover the latest developments in technical textiles, advanced materials and finished products
- Meet international manufacturers and technology providers
- Source new products, finished goods and innovative solutions
- Explore textile applications for different industries
- Connect directly with suppliers and industry specialists
- Discover new technologies, materials and production possibilities
- Build international partnerships and expand their supplier network
WHY PORTUGAL?
Portugal is one of Europe’s key textile and clothing manufacturing centres and combines decades of industrial expertise with modern production capabilities and a highly skilled workforce.
Portugal has developed a highly competitive technical textile sector, with expertise across performance textiles, protective materials, medical textiles, mobility solutions, home textiles and other advanced applications.
A strong network of textile companies, research centres, universities and technology institutions supports continuous development in advanced materials, production technologies and new textile applications.
Portuguese manufacturers are increasingly investing in recycled and innovative materials, cleaner production processes, energy efficiency, circular solutions and more sustainable textile manufacturing.
From fibres, yarns and fabrics to finishing, apparel, technical textiles and advanced manufacturing technologies; Portugal offers an integrated textile ecosystem that covers the entire production process.
Portugal’s position within the European Union provides international companies with direct access to the European market.
Northern Portugal, particularly the Porto and Braga regions, is home to one of Europe’s most concentrated textile manufacturing clusters; manufacturers, suppliers, technology providers and industry expertise together in one region.
How To Get There
Pabellón de Convenciones - Casa de Campo, Madrid - SPAIN
Address
Casa de Campo, Av. de Portugal, s/n, Moncloa – Aravaca, 28011 Madrid, SPAIN
By Car
• 30km from the city of Porto
• 280km from Lisbon
• 250km from the Galicia region (ES)
• Direct connection to Highways A1, A29, A41 and A25
• Free Parking
By Public Transports
• 10 minutes from Espinho Train Station
• 20 minutes from the Sea Ports of Leixões (Porto) and Aveiro
Free Shuttle
See the timetables of our shuttle service to Europarque here
By Plane
• 25 minutes from Porto International Airport
Hotel
We will soon add partner hotels.
ITF INNOVATEX PORTUGAL
HOSTED BUYER
PROGRAM
Applications are reviewed by the INNOVATEX team and selected professionals are invited to join the programme.
Participation is subject to approval.
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WHO CAN APPLY ?
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Buyers & Purchasing Managers
Procurement Professionals
Sourcing Managers
Product & Material Managers
Brand Representatives
Manufacturers
Importers & Distributors
Buying Houses & Sourcing Offices
Professionals from Key Industrial End-User Sectors
Programme Benefits
HOSTED BUYERS PROGRAM ?
Applications are reviewed by the INNOVATEX team and selected professionals are invited to join the programme.
Official Partners
Official Partners
