24.02.26 – Messe Frankfurt Hong Kong

VIATT 2026 opens this week

With new international group participations and dedicated areas for chemicals, dyes, and design insights, the 2026 edition strengthens its role as a regional hub for technology, sourcing, and collaboration.

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Connecting the ASEAN textile sector: sustainability, trends, and technology take centre stage at this week’s VIATT 2026. © Messe Frankfurt / Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT)

 

A broader platform for ASEAN sourcing

The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles, and Textile Technologies will take place in Ho Chi Minh City from 26 to 28 February 2026. The fair brings together apparel fabrics, home and contract textiles, and technical textiles in one setting, allowing visitors to review materials and technologies across multiple segments within a single venue.

New zones add depth

This edition introduces several new areas. The German Pavilion and the Turkiye Zone broaden the international presence, while the Textile Chemicals and Dyes Zone gathers suppliers offering colourants and finishing inputs for various manufacturing needs. These additions make it easier for visitors to focus on specific sourcing priorities.

Trend Forum and programme highlights

The first Trend Forum will present insights relevant to apparel, home textiles, and technical applications in one combined space. The expanded fringe programme features an industry summit, fashion shows, workshops, and expert-led seminars with local and international speakers. Attendees can use these sessions for up-to-date information on design directions and industry developments.

Regional relevance

For readers tracking market activities in Vietnam and ASEAN, the fair offers a structured overview of exhibitors across different parts of the textile value chain as defined in the PM. Further background on the growing European interest in the event can be found in our earlier report: https://textile-network.com/en/Business/VIATT-2026-Premiere-fuer-Deutschland

Outlook for this edition

As the event continues to grow, Messe Frankfurt highlights its focus on sustainability, design, innovation, and international cooperation, supported by the new zones and the expanded programme elements at this year’s edition.