Faced with conservative trends in the Vietnam textile sector in late 2023, VTG is strategically tackling challenges. Committed to leading industry transformation, VTG has invited international manufacturers with cutting-edge digital machinery; additionally, manufacturers specializing in functional fabrics, environmentally-friendly dyes, and shoemaking machinery have been actively engaged. This initiative drew attention, with nearly 14,000 attendees, setting a new record. Notably, one-third expressed interest in on-site digital solutions, highlighting Vietnam’s textile industry’s emerging success in overcoming challenges.
Key figures from VTG 2023:
• Visitors: 13,548 from 27 countries and regions
• Exhibitors: 500 from 12 countries and regions
• Scale: 20,000 sqm
Ms. Judy Wang, the President of VTG organizer, Yorkers Trade & Marketing Service Co., Ltd., said, “ Amidst challenges in Vietnam’s textile industry in the first half of the year, now is the crucial time to proactively assess factory quality, examine production lines and management, and utilize digital tools for enhanced efficiency and cost reduction, transforming this crisis into an opportunity”
The trade fair acted as a key hub, bringing together domestic and international players in the textile and garment markets. Buyers from various countries and regions—including China, India, Japan, Korea, France, Hong Kong, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, the United States, Taiwan, and Vietnam—participated in the event.
During an interview, with 20 years of experience in digital printing solutions, SBC’s CEO, Cindy Luong, expressed “ SBC has actively engaged in the VTG exhibition for the past five editions, we have observed significant advantages for businesses, including access to a wide spectrum of prominent clients within the textile and garment industry. This is particularly notable for Vietnam-based factories integrated into the global supply chain.”
The Technical Director of Hoshima International, A.P.RAMESH addressed: “ The decision to enter the Vietnamese market stems from our recognition of significant potential in the garment manufacturing sector, coupled with the availability of skilled labor. Our strategic focus involves delivering comprehensive solutions for the garment industry, encompassing automation and the implementation of green factory concepts to enhance operational efficiency.”
Additionally, the Sales Manager of TAJIMA, NGUYEN THANH TAM expressed that the decision to enter the Vietnamese market stems from their recognition of significant potential in the garment manufacturing sector, coupled with the availability of skilled labor. Their strategic focus involves delivering comprehensive solutions for the garment industry, encompassing automation and the implementation of green factory concepts to enhance operational efficiency.
The CEO of CONG TY TNHH DET MAY HOANG DUNG, Tran The Dung, Th.s, said
“ This year’s exhibition was well-run. The organizers kept us in the loop with timely updates, and the setup was clean and orderly. Our partners were not only enthusiastic but also quite helpful, providing the information I was looking for. I must say, the range of fabric products surpassed what we’ve seen in previous years.”
The next edition of VTG will take place from 25 to 28 September 2024.In addition to partnering with VITATEX, DYECHEM, and VFM again, VTG, a seasoned exhibition consulting platform with 20 years of textile expertise, will create new thematic zones in line with global textile trends. This aims to propel Vietnam’s textile industry into a transformative phase. Stay tuned for updates from VTG.
