LAHORE: The 31st Textile Asia International Exhibition & Conferences—South Asia’s largest showcase of digital textile and garment machinery—opened at the Lahore Expo Centre, attracting strong global interest in Pakistan’s rapidly modernizing textile sector.
The event was inaugurated by Mr. Sheikh Shafiq Johkwala, Chief Coordinator PRGMEA – Patron-in-Chief (South Zone). Organized by Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., co- rganized by PRGMEA, and supported by SIFC, the exhibition focuses heavily on Textile 4.0, featuring smart factories, digital automation, AI, IoT, robotics, cloud solutions, and predictive manufacturing under the theme “Technology at the Heart of Value Addition.”
The exhibition features participation from:
2,000+ global brands
425+ exhibiting companies
425+ international delegates
57,000+ expected trade visitors
15+ countries
USD 300 million in projected and on-site business
Throughout the event, international innovators and local industry leaders are showcasing advanced digital technologies transforming Pakistan’s textile and apparel value chain.
A high-profile opening ceremony was attended by Sadia Taimur (MPA), Uzair Kiyani (Focal Person to CM Punjab for Social Media), Senator Nehal Hashmi, and Anwar Balti, Personal Secretary to Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, highlighting strong government engagement.
Live demonstrations of AI-powered machinery, smart looms, IoT-enabled factory systems, obotics-assisted production, and next-generation digital printing drew considerable attention from visitors and investors.
Key participation highlights include:
Robust presence of exhibitors and delegates from China, Turkey, Europe, and ASEAN,
exploring joint ventures and technology partnerships
Technical sessions on sustainable dyes, predictive automation, digital printing, and
smart factory integration
Higher-than-expected visitor turnout generating substantial B2B business leads
Muhammad Uzair Nizam, Managing Director of Textile Asia, noted that the exhibition reflects
Pakistan’s growing leadership in technology-driven manufacturing and its commitment to global
competitiveness.
With strong international networking, enhanced business linkages, and a clear focus on future- ready production, the exhibition continues to build momentum for major collaborations and agreements expected during the remaining sessions.
