The Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition 2026 concluded on March 13 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center. Bringing together over 3,000 exhibitors from 25 countries, the fair served as a critical barometer for a Chinese textile market projected to reach RMB 1.85 trillion this year. A defining feature was the 60% expansion of the "Econogy Hub," reflecting the industry's race to comply with the EU’s 2027 Digital Product Passport (DPP) requirements.
Industry leaders noted a pivot toward functional textiles, which are expected to see a 14.2% year-on-year increase in production. A surprising highlight was the launch of the "Pet Boutique," targeting China’s rapidly growing RMB 3.5 billion pet apparel market. This event signaled that the 15th Five-Year Plan transition toward "green and intelligent manufacturing" is now in full swing.