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FESPA Southern European Congress returns to Porto on 11–12 November 2026 for its 11th edition. The event brings together print industry leaders to explore AI, sustainability and innovation.

FESPA Southern European Congress Returns for Eleventh Edition in Porto

FESPA will hold the eleventh Southern European Congress on November 11th and 12th at the HF Ipanema hotel in Porto, organised by its member associations from France, Italy, Spain, Portugal (APIGRAF), and Greece. The two-day programme covers AI in printing and packaging, large-format finishing automation and sustainability, and innovation best practices, closing with visits to three print, graphic arts, and textile companies. Registration is open through the APIGRAF website.

FESPA Publishes Guide to DTF Textile Printing Workflow, Fabric Choice and Maintenance

FESPA released a guide covering DTF textile printing, addressing workflow sequence, fabric selection, and equipment maintenance. The guide is organized around these three operational areas for print shops running direct-to-film transfer production.

FESPA Southern European Congress Returns to Porto on 11–12 November for Eleventh Edition

FESPA's Southern European Congress returns to Porto on 11–12 November at HF Ipanema Porto, bringing speciality print leaders from five Southern European countries together for its eleventh edition.

FESPA Southern European Congress 2026 in Porto to Focus on AI and Sustainability

FESPA will hold its Southern European Congress 2026 in Porto, with the event centered on AI and sustainability. The congress is organized by FESPA, the signage and textile print industry association.

FESPA Explores On-Demand Production, DTF and Customisation in Merchandise Printing

FESPA examines on-demand production, DTF and customisation as the future direction of merchandise printing. The article frames these three factors as the focus areas shaping how merchandise printing evolves. No specific equipment specifications, material grades or financial figures are stated in the source text.

FESPA Releases 2026 Textile Printing Playbook on Digital Workflows, AI and On-Demand Growth

FESPA has published "The 2026 Textile Printing Playbook," covering digital workflows, AI and on-demand growth in textile printing. The playbook is available via fespa.com.

FESPA Publishes 10-Step Guide to Greater Print Business Sustainability

FESPA has published a 10-step guide aimed at helping print businesses improve sustainability. The guidance is presented as a structured, step-based framework for print operations. The source provides no further technical metrics, materials, or regulatory deadlines.

Merch 2027 Returns as FESPA's Dedicated Merchandise Printing Event

FESPA is hosting Merch 2027, a dedicated event focused on merchandise printing, as detailed on fespa.com. The source provides no further technical specifications, exhibitor details, or capacity figures for the event.

FESPA Foundation Calls for Industry Support

FESPA is urging the industry to support the FESPA Foundation, according to the organization's own appeal. The source provides no further details on the Foundation's programs, funding targets, or specific initiatives.

Ultraflex Systems Publishes Buyer's Guide for Printable Wallcovering Media

Ultraflex Systems released a buyer's guide for printable wallcovering that prioritizes ASTM E84 Class A fire certification and distinguishes three material families: Type II PVC vinyl, PVC-free nonwoven, and premium wide-width media.

UltraFlex Systems Publishes SEG Material Guide for Print Providers

UltraFlex Systems released a material guide for silicone edge graphics (SEG) that specifies VorTex textiles by lighting condition, print process, and flame-resistance listing.

UltraFlex Publishes Buyer's Guide for Dye Sublimation Soft Signage Fabrics

UltraFlex Systems released a buyer's guide detailing four pre-order checks for its VorTex Soft Signage range, where 24 of 35 fabrics are dye sublimation stock and 16 accept both direct and transfer workflows.

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 Close with 36,000 Visitors and 1,700 Exhibitors, Highlighting Connected Production and Bio-Based Materials

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 concluded with over 36,000 visitors and 1,700 exhibitors from 112 countries, reporting 95% visitor satisfaction and 86% exhibitor satisfaction.

Techtextil & Texprocess 2026 Open with 1,700 Exhibitors as Performance Apparel Textiles Doubles

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 opened with 1,700 exhibitors from 54 countries, featuring a doubled Performance Apparel Textiles segment and a new Textile Chemicals & Dyes area. The show highlights three examples: a Molotov Cocktail Protective Suit for ten-hour deployments, a warp-knitted UV protection jacket achieving 50+ without chemical finishing, and GRS multi-norm PPE fabrics retaining flame retardancy after 100 industrial washes. Live demonstrations run from 21 to 24 April.

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 Innovation Awards Recognize 17 Winners Across PFAS-Free Finishing, Bio-Based Polymers, and AI Automation

Messe Frankfurt announced 17 international winners of the Techtextil and Texprocess Innovation Awards 2026 across ten categories, recognizing developments in PFAS-free textile finishing, bio-based polymers, and automated fabric handling.

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 to Host 40 Research Institutes and 20 Start-ups Showcasing AI and Circular Textile Technologies

Messe Frankfurt will host around 40 research institutes and 20 start-ups at Techtextil and Texprocess 2026, presenting innovations from circular textile technologies to AI-supported fault detection.

Techtextil 2026 to Host Over 150 Defence Protective Textile Exhibitors as EU Defence Spending Hits €381 Billion

Techtextil 2026 will feature more than 150 specialised exhibitors presenting protective textile materials, with over 10 per cent of its 1,500-plus exhibitors showing defence-related innovations.

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 Forums to Address AI, Bio-Based Materials, and Circular Technologies

Messe Frankfurt has curated the Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 forums to cover AI-supported production optimisation, digital manufacturing, circular technologies, and bio-based high-performance materials.

Techtextil 2026 Expands to Over 1,500 Exhibitors, Doubles Performance Apparel Space and Debuts Textile Chemicals & Dyes Segment

Techtextil 2026 will host more than 1,500 exhibitors from 49 countries in Frankfurt from 21 to 24 April 2026, with over 120 first-time exhibitors and 16 country pavilions. The Performance Apparel Textiles area in Hall 9.0 doubles in size to around 130 exhibitors from 13 countries, while Textile Chemicals & Dyes debuts as a dedicated segment with over 30 exhibitors from eleven countries in Hall 9.0. The co-located Texprocess remains stable with around 200 exhibitors, bringing the combined total to over 1,700 exhibitors.

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 to Showcase Innovation Awards Winners from 14 April, Fair Runs 21–24 April

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 will present their Innovation Awards, with winners announced starting 14 April 2026 ahead of the fairs running 21–24 April 2026 in Frankfurt.

Techtextil and Texprocess Forums 2026 Open Presentation Submissions Until 15 December 2025

Messe Frankfurt has opened presentation submissions for the Techtextil Forum and Texprocess Forum 2026, with a deadline of 15 December 2025. An international Programme Committee will review contributions for relevance and quality and curate the programme; selected speakers will be announced at the beginning of February 2026. The forums run from 21 to 24 April 2026 in Frankfurt, and participation is free of charge, with short presentations written in English and supplemented with visualisations.

Techtextil and Texprocess Innovation Awards 2026 Open Submissions Until 15 December 2025

Companies, research institutes and universities can submit developments for the Techtextil and Texprocess Innovation Awards 2026 until 15 December 2025, with participation free of charge.

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 Report Strong Exhibitor Bookings with High Share of Newcomers

Messe Frankfurt reports high registration numbers for Techtextil and Texprocess 2026, with an exceptionally large number of new exhibitors alongside established players. The trade fairs, scheduled for 21 to 24 April 2026, will feature an adapted hall layout including a new Textile Chemicals & Dyes area in Hall 9.0 and a Performance Apparel Textiles area. Exhibitors from cutting, sewing, and finishing equipment segments have already registered, driven by automation, digitalisation, and AI.

Techtextil and Texprocess 2026 Adopt Revised Hall Layout and New Product Areas to Address Market Shifts

Messe Frankfurt will restructure the hall layout for Techtextil and Texprocess 2026, adding new product areas and extending content formats to help the industry seize international market opportunities. The 2026 edition, scheduled for 21–24 April, will feature a dedicated Textile Chemicals & Dyes segment and an expanded Performance Apparel Textiles area, with Texprocess located in Hall 8.0 adjacent to relevant Techtextil product areas. The early-booking offer for exhibitors is available until 12 March 2025.

Techtextil 2026 to Debut Textile Chemicals & Dyes as Standalone Product Area

Messe Frankfurt will for the first time bundle Textile Chemicals & Dyes into an independent product area at Techtextil 2026, running 21–24 April 2026 in Frankfurt. The segment will share a hall with Fibres and Yarns and Performance Apparel Textiles, placing upstream suppliers and users in close proximity. A 2021 MarketsandMarkets analysis cited by the organizer projects the global textile chemicals market to reach USD 33.1 billion by 2026, driven partly by demand from the technical textiles sector.

Techtextil 2026 to Spotlight Functional Natural Fibres After 15% of Exhibitors Showed Natural Materials at April Edition

Techtextil 2026 will expand its focus on functional natural fibres and materials, following the dedicated "Nature Performance" area at the April 2024 edition where more than 15 per cent of exhibitors already showed natural fibres and materials. Exhibitors included Canadian start-up Vegeto with degradable milkweed-based thermal insulation, Turkey's Anatolian Colors with natural dyes, and Swiss start-up OceanSafe with biodegradable circular polyester. The global natural fibres market is expected to grow to around USD 103 million in 2031.

Techtextil Texprocess@ttx_tp· 19:15Pulse Score4040

Techtextil's Nature Performance & Future Materials area featured sustainable, bio-based fibres with advanced functionality, presented by designers and eco-conscious producers. The area was curated by FranklinTill.