The Swedish Textile Machinery Association (TMAS) concluded a highly successful participation at ITMA ASIA + CITME Singapore 2025, marking a strong return to one of Asia’s most dynamic textile and technology hubs. Led by Secretary General Therese Premler Andersson, the TMAS delegation featured six leading Swedish manufacturers demonstrating cutting-edge solutions for weaving, garment production, home textiles, and sustainable finishing.
Speaking to Behnam Ghasemi, Editor in chief of Kohan Textile Journal, Premler Andersson expressed strong satisfaction with both the exhibition environment and the quality of professional engagement throughout the show.
“Singapore has proven once again to be a true international hub. We have met visitors from India, Bangladesh, Pakistan and across Asia. The diversity and quality of the audience exceeded expectations,” she said.
Singapore: A Strategic Hub for Global Engagement
TMAS emphasized the unique advantages of Singapore as the event’s host city — a place known for innovation, accessibility, and efficient organization.
“It’s easy for many nationalities to come here. The city is welcoming, well-connected, and perfectly positioned for global business. For our members, the venue has worked flawlessly from move-in to move-out,” Premler Andersson commented.
Throughout the exhibition, TMAS member companies held numerous technical meetings, strategic discussions, and partnership sessions with mill owners, engineers, and textile investors from across Asia — reflecting strong market interest in Swedish technology.
Showcasing Sweden’s High-Performance Textile Technologies
The TMAS delegation presented advanced technologies across the textile value chain, demonstrating Sweden’s engineering strength and commitment to innovation. In the weaving sector, Vandewiele Sweden and Eltex of Sweden showcased high-precision yarn feeders and advanced thread-monitoring sensors designed to enhance weaving performance and reduce production errors.
Solutions for the garment and home textile sectors were also prominently featured, including automated sewing systems for terry towels, bedding, filters, and mattresses, along with sophisticated cutting technologies engineered to improve speed and consistency in production lines.
A major highlight of the Swedish pavilion came from the finishing sector, where Imogo and Baldwin introduced next-generation spray-based dyeing and finishing technologies. These innovations replace traditional water- and chemical-intensive processes with cleaner, highly efficient systems capable of reducing water consumption by up to 80%, lowering chemical and energy usage, and significantly minimizing waste. Their sustainable finishing solutions demonstrate how Swedish manufacturers are shaping the future of eco-efficient textile processing worldwide.
A Transformative Period for Global Textiles
According to Premler Andersson, the global textile industry is undergoing a critical transformation driven by new regulatory frameworks, technological shifts, and sustainability expectations.
“We face new regulations in Europe, rapid development in AI and data management, and a growing global demand for sustainable solutions. At the same time, many markets face labor shortages — driving a widespread shift toward automation,” she noted.
She emphasized that Swedish textile machinery manufacturers are well positioned to support this transition with advanced automation, digital tools, and sustainability-focused engineering.
Looking Ahead
TMAS will evaluate insights from ITMA ASIA + CITME Singapore 2025 with its members and partners as it prepares for continued collaboration across Asia.
“This exhibition has shown us the importance of being present in a global hub like Singapore. The discussions we had here will influence our strategies going forward,” Premler Andersson added.
With its strong presence and impactful technological showcase, TMAS reaffirms Sweden’s role as a global leader in textile machinery innovation and sustainable manufacturing solutions.
