Yarn Expo Autumn 2025 concluded a highly successful run, firmly establishing its position as the premier international platform for the yarn and fiber industry. The event successfully united over 22,000 visitors from 111 countries and regions with nearly 580 exhibitors, creating an unparalleled sourcing hub in Shanghai.
Held concurrently with three other major textile fairs - Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics, CHIC, and PH Value - the exhibition offered a comprehensive, all-in-one marketplace. This synergy allowed international and domestic buyers to efficiently source a vast spectrum of products, from raw fibers and fabrics to finished garments, maximizing cross-sector collaboration.
The fair strongly emphasized the industry's crucial transition toward sustainability and innovation. Numerous exhibitors showcased groundbreaking eco-friendly materials, fulfilling a rising global demand for traceable and environmentally responsible products. This commitment was highlighted by Wilmet Shea, General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK), who noted, the event's vitality lies in how it ‘connects sustainability-driven solutions with worldwide demand,’ reinforcing the textile industry's progress with resilience and creativity.
Sourcing depth and global exchange
Yarn Expo Autumn provided impressive depth across its floor plan, featuring six specialized product zones and an International Yarn Zone. Suppliers presented a versatile mix that included:
• Natural fibers: With a heightened focus on quality and traceability.
• Innovative synthetics and specialty yarns: Catering to technical and functional fabric needs.
• Sustainable options: Addressing the growing shift toward a circular economy.
Notable exhibitors like Docotton Group AS (Turkiye), PT Dan Liris (Indonesia), and Rutex GmbH (Germany) attracted significant attention with their market-relevant innovations. Further enriching the fair's global profile were dedicated showcases, including the India Pavilion, Pakistan Zone, and Taiwan Zone, which offered concentrated access to each region's textile expertise and fostered new opportunities for cross-border trade.
The visitor profile was equally diverse, spanning spinners, knitters, fashion brands, and trade professionals from every part of the upstream and downstream value chain. This breadth ensures that the industry's latest trends and developments, from vortex-spun polyester to ultra-high-count compact-spun cotton, can be identified and sourced efficiently.
Exhibitor and visitor endorsements
The value of the platform was consistently echoed by the participants. Jimad Khan, International Sales & Marketing Manager, Perino by Woolyarns (New Zealand), said, the experience has been positive, with strong interest, enquiries, and sample requests. The fair is important for connecting with the entire supply chain.
Pradip Debnath, Business Head, Yajur Fibres (India), emphasized, by leveraging the platform helped the company connect with buyers and potential clients from over ten countries simultaneously
Ashwin Jaju, General Manager, Dricomfort (Optimer) in the US, noted, this year, the fair feels more crowded and has a more international presence. Overall, it offers great opportunities for networking and discovering new materials.
Huang Xianglun, Procurement Manager, Lite Trading Co (China), affirmed, as a VIP buyer, the company greatly benefitted from the clear guidance provided by the organizers, which significantly enhanced our procurement efficiency.
The combination of a world-class exhibitor lineup, a strong visitor base, and innovation-focused fringe events - such as the Textile Materials Innovation Forum- cemented Yarn Expo Autumn 2025's role as a vital platform that cultivates fresh ideas and drives the global textile industry forward. The next edition, Yarn Expo Spring, is scheduled for March 11–13, 2026.
