VIATT will feature a German Pavilion for the first time. Organised by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy in cooperation with AUMA, it forms part of the European Zone, which also includes exhibitors from Italy, Switzerland, Türkiye and the United Kingdom. The fair's three sectors Apparel Fabrics & Fashion, Home & Contract Textiles and Technical Textiles & Technologies cover the full textile supply chain.

Companies exhibiting under the German Pavilion

The pavilion brings together a diverse selection of German and Germany-based suppliers. Muehlmeier Bodyshaping presents bra cups, shoulder pads and garment accessories used in lingerie, swimwear and sportswear. Karl Conzelmann showcases fine knitted fabrics made in Germany from micromodal, modal/viscose and GOTS-certified cotton. Dalat Worsted Spinning, part of the Suedwolle Group, introduces dyed and natural worsted yarns produced from wool and wool blends, including output from Vietnam's first and most advanced worsted spinning mill in Da Lat.

For interior and contract markets, Huegin-Trietex displays motors for interior sun-protection systems. Paradies presents bedding items produced entirely in Germany and supplied to customers in around 50 countries.

In the technical textiles field, Georg Sahm demonstrates winding solutions for high-performance fibres and technical yarns. Ibena Shanghai Technical Textiles contributes materials used in emergency clothing, automotive seat cushions and stage applications. Lindauer Dornier highlights weaving machines and film-stretching systems, while ZSK Stickmaschinen exhibits embroidery machines used across apparel, medical, aerospace and automotive sectors. The line-up is complemented by Global Standard and Hohenstein Laboratories, active in textile standards, testing and certification.

Fringe programme and upcoming dates

The fringe programme includes the TGIS 2026 summit on AI and upgrading, sustainability, compliance and brand perspectives, as well as the Textile Industry Exchange roundtable discussing topics such as US tariffs, EU ecodesign regulations and Asia's supply-chain performance. VIATT 2026 will take place from 26 to 28 February at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center.