📅 Held on: June 21, 2025
🎥 Replay Available Below
The highly anticipated webinar “Advancing Textile Manufacturing in the Middle East & Africa” is now available to watch on-demand! If you missed the live session, this is your chance to gain valuable insights from leading experts shaping the future of the textile industry in the MEA region.
Watch the Full Webinar below:
Key Topics Covered
- Growth prospects for the textile and garment industry in the Middle East & Africa
- Key challenges and emerging opportunities across the region
- The critical role of technology and digitalization in driving productivity
- How manufacturers can align with global sustainability demands
- A preview of innovations expected at ITMA ASIA + CITME, Singapore 2025
Why You Should Watch
Gain actionable insights into how manufacturers in the MEA region can:
- Modernise production lines through automation and technology
- Explore cost-effective solutions for scaling operations
- Prepare for the future of the textile industry with sustainable strategies
- This webinar is an excellent resource for:
- Textile and garment manufacturers
- Home textile and nonwoven producers
- Brands, retailers, and distributors
- Industry professionals and researchers in the MEA region
Meet the Panel
Alex Zucchi
President, European Committee of Textile Machine Manufacturers (CEMATEX)
Mr Zucchi is the current President of CEMATEX and immediate past president of ACIMIT. A staunch advocate of the sustainability cause, he has spearheaded the promotion of the ACIMIT green label and the recycling of textile machinery. Currently, he is the managing director and partner of Ferraro, a manufacturer specialising in finishing machinery.
Rasha Fahim
Executive Director, Textile Export Council of Egypt (TEC)
Rasha Fahim has held the position of Executive Director at the Textile Export Council of Egypt (TEC) since 2018 with over 16 years of experience in textile export promotion and business support organisations. Her work centres on fostering international partnerships and driving the growth of Egypt’s textile export ecosystem.
Joseph O. Ikpe
National President & CEO, Garments & Footwear Factory Owners Association of Nigeria (GAFFOAN)
National President & CEO of the Garments & Footwear Factory Owners Association of Nigeria (GAFFOAN), Joseph is a business development expert with over 10 years of experience in Nigeria’s textile, garment and footwear sectors. He owns GFP, a firm offering industry insights, project management, and investment services. Joseph has mentored over 2,000 entrepreneurs, facilitated funding, and led key international fashion industry projects.
Moderated By
Behnam Ghasemi
Editor-in-Chief, Kohan Textile Journal
Mr. Ghasemi is a textile engineer and the Editor-in-Chief of Kohan Textile Journal, a leading publication focused on the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey. With over 17 years of experience in the sector, he brings deep insights on regional and global market trends. He believes the Middle Eastern and African textile industries will be the future growth hubs of the global textile economy with increased investments.
Also Read: Insights from Mr. Alex Zucchi on ITMA Asia + CITME 2024 and Future Prospects in Singapore
