The Global Stage of Textile Technologies: ITM

The foundations of textile machinery exhibitions in Türkiye were laid in the 1980s. Organized in those years, in line with the growing potential of the textile industry, the exhibitions offered the sector an opportunity to gain exposure to technology and showcased Türkiye’s manufacturing power to the world.By the 1990s, there were two major forces behind textile machinery exhibitions: One was TÜYAP, the leading exhibition organization in Türkiye with its experience, institutional strength, and reliability; the other was Teknik Fuarcılık A.Ş., which served as a bridge between Turkish and global textiles with its publications and exhibitions focused on the textile sector. With its knowledge and experience spanning 30 years, Teknik Fuarcılık became one of the leading names in industrial exhibitions during the 1990s, organizing textile machinery exhibitions under various titles. Through these events, it connected textile manufacturers with cutting-edge technologies, opened doors to international collaborations, and earned its place among Türkiye’s most prominent exhibition organizers. During the same period, TÜYAP also contributed significantly to the industry’s development by organizing textile machinery exhibitions. With its expansive fairgrounds, strong infrastructure, and international participant network, TÜYAP played a key role in integrating Türkiye’s textile sector with global markets, helping local manufacturers expand internationally. Thus, Türkiye emerged as a regional hub for textile machinery exhibitions.

The Power Born from the TÜYAP & Teknik Fuarcılık Partnership and A Brand Opening to the World: ITM

In 2003, TÜYAP and Teknik Fuarcılık A.Ş. combined their expertise in exhibition organization and textile industry specialization under a single brand: ITM – International Textile Machinery Exhibition. Shaped by the experience of both organizations, this collaboration opened a new chapter not only for Türkiye but also for the global textile machinery industry. Organized through the partnership of Tüyap Tüm Fuarcılık Yapım A.Ş. and Teknik Fuarcılık A.Ş., ITM has become one of the most prestigious exhibitions in the global textile technologies sector. Covering every stage of textile production — from spinning to weaving, from knitting to dyeing, from finishing to digital printing — ITM brings together the innovations that shape the industry’s future under one roof. At every edition, more than 1,000 manufacturers showcase their latest machines and systems in operation, offering textile professionals a truly unique experience.

The Exhibition That Grows with Records and Shapes the Future of the Textile Industry

With its record-breaking number of participants and visitors, as well as its technological vision, the ITM Exhibition continues to strengthen its reputation as a globally recognized brand. For industry professionals, ITM is not merely an exhibition; it is also a gateway to new markets, a venue for building business partnerships, and an opportunity to access the latest technologies firsthand. ITM provides manufacturers, investors, and technology leaders with limitless collaboration opportunities. The leading companies of the global textile technologies sector showcase their latest technologies, digital solutions, and sustainable production visions on this platform. Innovations in automation, artificial intelligence, energy efficiency, and eco-friendly production are introduced for the first time at ITM, shaping the future of textile manufacturing.

ITM: Accessible, Global, and Innovative

Istanbul’s strategic location, accessibility, and cultural inclusivity make ITM not just an exhibition but an “accessible world show window.” Serving as a strong trade bridge connecting European, Asian, and Middle Eastern markets, ITM is the top choice for investors who want to experience technology firsthand and engage directly with manufacturers. Today, ITM stands as more than just an exhibition — it is a global brand weaving the fabric of technology, innovation, and the future. In 2024, ITM broke a new record by hosting 1,385 exhibitors from 71 countries and 66,200 visitors from 99 countries, continuing its growth and reinforcing its leading position in the world of textile technologies with each new edition.

  • 4-8 June 2024

     

    1385 Exhibitors from 71 Countries
    ITM 2024 Exhibition, which was held in 13 halls in an area of 120 thousand square metres, broke new records with the number of exhibitors and visitors as well as machine sales. 1385 companies and company representatives from 71 countries participated in ITM 2024 Exhibition, which was visited by 66.200 people from 99 countries, 45% from abroad and 55% from domestic. . Exhibitors expressed their satisfaction for meeting their customers from countries that cannot go to exhibitions in Europe, especially due to visa problems, at ITM 2024. Professional visitors and investors from countries such as Sri Lanka, Uruguay, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, Rwanda, Burkina Faso, Mauritius, Mongolia, Tuvalu, Rwanda, Burkina Faso, Mauritius, Mongolia and Mongolia once again demonstrated the global attractiveness of the exhibition.

  • 14-18 June 2022

     

    1280 Exhibitors from 65 Countries
    64.500 people from 102 countries visited the ITM 2022, in which 1280 companies and company representatives from 65 countries participated. ITM 2022 Exhibition, which broke a record with the number of visitors and machinery sales of over 1.5 billion Euros, made both exhibitors and visitors happy. The countries are; Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Argentina, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Colombia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Honduras, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, Macedonia, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates countries, United Kingdom, America, Uzbekistan, Vietnam and Yemen.

  • 14-17 April 2018

     

    1150 Exhibitors from 64 Countries
    ITM 2018 Exhibition, which hosted the launches of textile technologies, was held in 13 halls with 1150 participants from 64 countries. The exhibition hosted more than 14.248 international visitors from  94 countries including Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Iran, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Tunisia, Uzbekistan, Romania and a total of 58.942 people visited the exhibition. Purchasing delegations from Albania, Bulgaria, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Moldova, Tunisia, Iran, India, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Panama, Czech Republic and Russia came to the ITM 2018.

  • 1-4 June 2016

     

    1200 Exhibitors from 40 Countries
    ITM 2016, the most important textile technology show of the region, was held in 12 halls with 1200 participants from 40 countries. The exhibition hosted more than 10.000 international visitors from 77 countries including Iran, Egypt, Uzbekistan, India, Tunisia, Algeria, Pakistan, Russia, Syrian Arab Republic, Morocco and a total of 49.730 people visited the exhibition. Purchasing delegations from Iran, Egypt, India, Russia, Macedonia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Ukraine, Tunisia and Morocco came to the ITM 2016.

  • 29 May
    1 June 2013

     

    1223 Exhibitors from 40 Countries
    ITM 2013 Exhibition which has been accepted largest meeting of  Turkey and as well as the region was held in 10 halls with 1223 participants from 37 countries. The exhibition hosted more than 10.000 international visitors from 70 countries including Egypt, Iran, Bulgaria, Russia, India, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Serbia, Pakistan, Azerbaijan and a total of 50.000 people visited the exhibition. Purchasing delegations from Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, China, Georgia, Croatia, India, Iran, Switzerland, Lebanon, Macedonia, Egypt, Moldova, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Germany, United Kingdom and Greece came to the ITM 2013.

  • 21-24 April 2012

     

    1037 Exhibitors from 37 Countries
    ITM 2012 Exhibition, in which textile technology manufacturers exhibited their latest technologies in working condition, was held in 9 halls with 1037 participants from 37 countries. The exhibition hosted more than 10.500 international visitors from 78 countries including Iran, Egypt, Russia, India, Syria, Jordan, Uzbekistan, Bulgaria, Serbia and Tunisia, and a total of 42,991 people visited the exhibition. Purchasing delegations from Germany, Brazil, Bulgaria, China, Georgia, Croatia, India, England, Iran, Switzerland, Italy and Lebanon, Macedonia, Egypt, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Russia, Serbia, Jordan and Greece came to the ITM 2012.

  • 6-10 June 2009

     

    1000 Exhibitors from 37 Countries
    ITM 2009, which is home to the world’s leading technology manufacturer brands, was held in 8 halls with approximately 1000 participants. The exhibition hosted more than 4000 international visitors from 59 countries including Iran, Syria, Egypt, Bulgaria, India, Georgia, Pakistan, Russia, Uzbekistan and Tunisia, and a total of 31,000 people visited the exhibition. Purchasing delegations from Bulgaria, Russia, Iran, Syria and Azerbaijan0 came to the ITM 2009.

  • 27 June
    2 July 2006

     

    1200 Exhibitors from 35 Countries
    ITM 2006 Exhibition, where many machines were introduced for the first time in the world, was held in 8 halls with the participation of 1200 companies from 42 countries. The exhibition hosted approximately 20,000 international visitors from many countries including Iran, Syria, Egypt, India, Serbia, Bulgaria, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Morocco, Russia, and a total of 53,580 people visited the exhibition. Purchasing delegations from Syria, Russian Federation, Azerbaijan, India and Iran came to the ITM 2006.

  • 01-06 June 2004

     

    1000 Exhibitors from 30 Countries
    ITM 2004 which brought together the world’s most important textile machinery manufacturers for the first time in Istanbul was held in 8 halls with the participation of more than 1000 companies from 30 countries. ITM 2004 Exhibition, which hosted more than 10,000 international visitors from many countries including Iran, Pakistan, Russia, India, Syria, Georgia, Uzbekistan, Egypt, UAE and Algeria, was visited by 49.229 people in total.

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