The highly anticipated IGATEX PAKISTAN 2025 – International Garment and Textile Machinery Exhibition is set to return to the Karachi Expo Centre from April 24 to 26, 2025, showcasing the latest innovations, technologies, and trends driving the global textile industry. Organized by Fakt Exhibitions, the event will once again serve as a crucial platform for industrial growth, international collaboration, and technology transfer in Pakistan’s textile sector.
This year’s edition will bring together over 450 companies from more than 30 countries, including Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Japan, Korea, Spain, Switzerland, the UK, the USA, and Pakistan. National pavilions from China, Italy, and Türkiye will also be prominently featured, underscoring the international reach and strategic importance of IGATEX in the global textile calendar.
A Showcase of Advanced Technologies
Covering the entire textile value chain—from spinning, weaving, and knitting to dyeing, embroidery, digital printing, and finishing—IGATEX 2025 will feature several first-time launches in Pakistan, giving attendees exclusive access to cutting-edge equipment and smart solutions shaping the future of textile manufacturing.
The exhibition will place a strong emphasis on smart manufacturing, automation, and sustainability, offering insights into the digital transformation of the textile sector. Key focus areas include AI-driven production systems, automated material handling, smart design tools, and eco-friendly technologies aimed at reducing the industry’s environmental footprint.
Strengthening Pakistan’s Textile Competitiveness
Saleem Khan Tanoli, CEO of Fakt Exhibitions, emphasized the strategic role of IGATEX in advancing Pakistan’s industrial capabilities:
“IGATEX PAKISTAN is more than an exhibition—it plays a pivotal role in advancing Pakistan’s textile industry. Each year, it enables local manufacturers to adopt world-class technologies and strengthen partnerships to compete on a global stage. In this edition, we are further enhancing this legacy by focusing on smart manufacturing, automation, and sustainability.”He added that the show is contributing meaningfully to Pakistan’s economic development and industrial modernization, as the country seeks to strengthen its position as a key textile exporter in South Asia.
Knowledge Sharing and Market Insights
IGATEX 2025 will attract thousands of industry professionals, manufacturers, academics, and policymakers, offering them the opportunity to network, share insights, and explore collaborative ventures. Alongside the exhibition, composite design displays will highlight creative textile applications and functional innovations, providing visitors with an engaging, hands-on experience.
With Pakistan continuing to emerge as a regional hub for textile production and exports, IGATEX PAKISTAN 2025 is set to be a cornerstone event—driving innovation, fostering sustainable practices, and enabling global competitiveness in the textile and garment sectors.
