The upcoming Yarn Expo Spring in Shanghai will showcase over 500 exhibitors, with a focus on cotton advancements, sustainable practices, and eco-friendly products.
The Yarn Expo Spring exhibition is set to take place from March 11 to 13, 2025, in Shanghai, showcasing a notable focus on advancements in the cotton sector. As the preeminent natural fiber used in the textile industry, cotton has seen a marked increase in demand, particularly among leading fashion houses and retailers pivoting towards organic cotton in their production and supply chains.
Anticipating over 500 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions, the event will feature nearly 90 exhibitors specifically highlighting cotton-related products. Organizers emphasize that alongside traditional cotton yarn, there is a burgeoning interest in sustainable options, particularly recycled cotton yarns. These alternatives align well with the growing circular fashion trend, catering to an eco-conscious consumer base and presenting significant profit opportunities for manufacturers. According to industry forecasts, the global organic cotton market is predicted to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 44.4% through 2030.
India, recognized as the world’s second-largest cotton yarn producer after China, holds a substantial 31.2% share of the global market. The upcoming Yarn Expo Spring aims to facilitate strong international demand by featuring cotton exhibitors from countries such as China, India, and Pakistan.
A significant aspect of the exhibition is the presence of the Cotton Textile Export Promotion Council (Texprocil), which will showcase the expertise of its member firms at the India Pavilion. The exhibit will encompass a broad range of products, including pure cotton carding, cotton combing and compact spinning, viscose, blended and synthetic yarns, recycled yarn, organic/GOTS yarns, spandex, and polyester-cotton blends.
Noteworthy exhibitors include Amar International, recognized for its dedication to exporting high-quality Indian cotton yarns and fabrics and for winning the Silver Award for Export of Cotton Yarns for the 2017-2018 period. GDJD International Pvt Limited, another key player, focuses on high-quality yarns sourced from leading Indian spinning mills, optimizing for contamination and evenness meeting the ‘Uster 5%’ quality standard. Le Merite Fashions Private Limited specializes in cotton yarn and fabrics, boasting Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification to ensure that its eco-friendly products meet international standards.
Murali Balkrishna, a joint director of Texprocil, previously spoke about the value of the Yarn Expo as a vital business platform, highlighting the pull of the vast Chinese market for Indian suppliers and buyers. “India’s textile industry chain and competitive advantage in quality and price have drawn many buyers to our booth, especially for India’s popular twisted cotton yarn,” Balkrishna stated.
The event is also expected to attract first-time attendees, including Kenan Ozsoy Textile Apparel-Construction Marketing Industry and Ltd Co from Türkiye, which manufactures a variety of yarns including cotton and organic options. Additionally, PT Embee Plumbon Tekstil from Indonesia, certified by ISO 9001 and OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100, is aiming to utilize advanced technology to produce high-quality yarns applicable in several sectors, including apparel and automotive industries.
Yarn Expo Spring is organized by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd in collaboration with the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT, and will run alongside a number of other significant exhibitions, including Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition and Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Spring Edition.
Source: Noah Wire Services
