The global textile and fiber industry will converge in Mumbai on 18 November 2025 for the Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference Asia, organized in collaboration with Techtextil India Symposium and Messe Frankfurt India. Themed “Shaping the Future: Sustainable Growth in Fiber Solutions and Innovations,” the event will bring together over 30 international speakers and 200+ delegates representing the world’s leading fiber manufacturers, technology providers, and sustainability experts.
The conference aims to drive critical dialogue and innovation around circular economy practices, digitalization, and sustainable fiber production — pillars that are shaping the next phase of global textile growth. Industry leaders, policymakers, and researchers will discuss the latest advancements in man-made fibers (MMF), AI integration, low-impact processing, and next-generation high-performance fibers.
India’s Fiber Industry: A Strategic Growth Engine
India’s textile and fiber sector is on a robust growth trajectory, projected to reach US$ 350 billion by 2030, with exports contributing over US$ 100 billion. Man-made fibers are set to play a pivotal role in this expansion, with production expected to double by 2030. Under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, the Government of India has earmarked ₹1,143 crore to boost MMF and technical textiles production, further strengthening India’s position as a global hub for textile innovation.
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Keynote Speakers and Agenda Highlights
The high-level opening session will feature:
- Rohit Aggarwal, CEO, Lenzing AG
- Georg Stausberg, CEO, Oerlikon Polymer Processing Solutions
- Uday Paul Singh Gill, Senior Partner, Gherzi Consulting
- Representatives from the Department of Textiles, Government of Tamil Nadu
- Hon’ble Shri Giriraj Singh, Minister of Textiles, Government of India (invited)
- Technical sessions will explore:
- Circular Fiber Innovation: Biodegradable, recycled, and bio-based materials
- AI and Digitalization: Smart textiles, blockchain traceability, and IoT applications
- Advanced Recycling Technologies: Closing the loop in fiber processing
- Future of the Textile Value Chain: Scalable, data-driven, and circular systems
A Platform for Collaboration and Sustainable Growth
The Dornbirn-GFC Asia 2025 will provide a unique networking platform for manufacturers, designers, academics, and sustainability leaders to forge partnerships, explore investment opportunities, and exchange insights on eco-efficient fiber technologies. The one-day conference precedes Techtextil India 2025 (19–21 November), creating an extended ecosystem for innovation and business growth across the textile value chain.
About Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference Asia
With a legacy of fostering innovation in fiber science, the Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference (GFC) has established itself as the world’s leading platform for advancing sustainable and technical textile development. The Asia edition, hosted for the first time under Techtextil India Symposium, marks a milestone in strengthening India’s role in the global fiber dialogue.
