Shanghai, 3 March 2025: Over 560 exhibitors are gearing up to participate in Asia’s premier yarn and fibre trade fair, Yarn Expo Spring 2025, scheduled from 11 – 13 March 2025 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai (Hall 8.2). This year’s edition promises to be more globally diverse than the previous Spring Edition, with exhibitors from 13 countries and regions, including China, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Singapore, Taiwan, Türkiye, the UAE, the UK, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam. The event will highlight eco-friendly cotton yarns, recycled fibres, regenerated materials, and much more through dedicated product zones and an engaging fringe programme.
A Focus on Sustainability and Innovation
Ahead of the event, Ms Wilmet Shea, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, stated “The upcoming Yarn Expo will feature a diverse selection of products, ensuring that buyers from all sectors can fulfil their sourcing requirements at the show. As we look ahead, it is clear that the trend towards sustainability will continue to shape the industry. With that in mind, we are eager to showcase innovations from a truly international array of exhibitors, highlighting our commitment to a more efficient, greener future and fostering global collaboration in sustainable practices.”
Global Showcase of Yarn and Fibre Innovations
The International Zone at Yarn Expo will feature cutting-edge innovations across a wide range of fibre products. Around 65 global exhibitors will present sustainable and advanced yarns, including:
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India Pavilion: Organised by The Cotton Textiles Export Promotion Council (TEXPROCIL), this space will showcase diverse cotton yarn products from suppliers such as Acme Yarns Private Limited, Amar International, Prime Yarns, and Sri NRKR Textiles Pvt Ltd.
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Pakistan Zone: Exhibitors like Din Industries Ltd and Xiamen Naseem Trade Co Ltd will display blended yarns, sustainable yarns, wool yarns, silk yarns, and organic cotton offerings.
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Taiwan Zone (New): Organised by the Taiwan Spinners’ Association, exhibitors such as Neshin Spinning Co Ltd, Tah Lee Textile Co Ltd, and Tah Yao Textile Co Ltd will feature a diverse range of products, including open-end yarn, cotton-polyester blends, and more.
Domestic Zones Complementing the International Lineup
In addition to the International Zone, six major domestic zones will showcase unique product categories, integrating technology with fashion. Highlights include:
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Chemical Fibre Zone: Over 200 exhibitors will showcase high-performance, multifunctional, and eco-friendly chemical fibres. These fibres support diverse applications across industries such as clothing, national defence, transport, healthcare, and marine engineering.
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Cotton Yarn Zone: Featuring over 60 exhibitors, this space focuses on green innovation and advanced cotton-spinning technology, with participants like Jiangsu Dasheng Group, Tongxiang Wanli Textile, and Wuxi No.1 Cotton Mill Textile Group.
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Fancy Yarn Zone: More than 90 exhibitors will reveal their latest fashionable yarns, including Yulin Yuefang, Sichuan Realhoub, and Qingdao Xinwei Textile.
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Other Key Global Exhibitors: Notable participants include Cotton Council International (Hong Kong), Grupo Kaybee (Singapore), Haksa Iplik Sanayi AS (Türkiye), PT Embee Plumbon Tekstil (Indonesia), and Purecot Linen Textile LLC (UAE).
Fringe Events Spotlight Industry Trends
Alongside the trade fair, several concurrent events will allow participants to explore the latest yarn and fibre innovations and design trends. Events include:
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Tongkun – China Fibres Fashion Trends Show 2025/2026
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White Shark – China Yarns Fashion Trends 2025/2026
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Huafon QIANXI – China Fibres Co-Branding World Special Forum
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Green Fibres Certification Display Area
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Textile Industry New Products Release Forum
Enhanced Synergies with Concurrent Events
Yarn Expo Spring 2025 is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT. It will run alongside notable events such as Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition, Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Spring Edition, CHIC, and PH Value. This co-location will enable exhibitors and buyers to network, explore integrated solutions, and maximise their business opportunities.
Yarn Expo Spring 2025 Dates:
11 – 13 March 2025
Upcoming Related Events
- Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics / Yarn Expo Shenzhen
11 – 13 June 2025, Shenzhen (Futian) - Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition / Yarn Expo Autumn
2 – 4 September 2025, Shanghai
