Event Description
ITF - INTERTEX TUNISIA 2026: North Africa's Premier Textile & Garment Hub
Scheduled for October 22-24, 2026, in the vibrant coastal city of Sousse, Tunisia, ITF - INTERTEX TUNISIA stands as the cornerstone trade fair for the textile, garment, and leather industries across North Africa and the Mediterranean basin. Organized by the highly experienced Expo Group Tunisia, this biennial event has firmly established itself as the indispensable meeting point for professionals seeking to connect, source, and innovate within one of Africa's most dynamic industrial sectors.
Significance & Strategic Location:
Held in Sousse – a key economic hub with excellent infrastructure and strong textile industry roots – the fair leverages Tunisia's strategic position. Tunisia is a major garment exporter to the EU, a significant textile manufacturer, and a gateway to the wider African market. INTERTEX TUNISIA provides unparalleled access to this ecosystem, attracting exhibitors showcasing the latest technologies, materials, and finished products, alongside buyers, distributors, and industry leaders from Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Libya, Egypt, Europe, and beyond.
Core Focus & Exhibitor Profile:
The event comprehensively covers the entire value chain:
Machinery & Technology: Cutting-edge sewing, knitting, weaving, finishing, and dyeing machinery.
Textiles & Fabrics: A vast array of woven, knitted, non-woven, technical, and fashion fabrics from natural and synthetic sources.
Accessories & Trim: Buttons, zippers, labels, threads, linings, and packaging solutions.
Garments & Leather: Ready-to-wear apparel collections, sportswear, workwear, and leather goods.
Services & Software: Design software, logistics, consulting, and sustainable solutions.
Exhibitors range from large international machinery manufacturers and fabric mills to specialized accessory suppliers and innovative Tunisian SMEs, offering a diverse sourcing landscape.
Visitor Experience & Activities:
Beyond the extensive exhibition floor, INTERTEX TUNISIA facilitates crucial business interactions. A dedicated B2B matchmaking program pre-schedules meetings between qualified buyers and exhibitors, maximizing efficiency. The event also features:
Seminars & Workshops: Industry trends, technological innovations, sustainability practices, and market insights presented by experts.
Live Demonstrations: Hands-on showcasing of new machinery and production techniques.
Networking Opportunities: Structured and informal events designed to foster valuable connections across the industry.
Why Attend?
For exhibitors, it's the ideal platform to launch products, meet key buyers from Tunisia and neighboring markets, and strengthen regional partnerships. For visitors (buyers, retailers, manufacturers, agents), it offers a one-stop shop for sourcing competitive materials, machinery, and finished goods, discovering new suppliers, and staying ahead of industry trends. The fair is a vital catalyst for business development and knowledge exchange within North Africa's thriving textile sector.
ITF - INTERTEX TUNISIA 2026 promises to be a pivotal event, driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and reinforcing Tunisia's central role in the global textile supply chain. Mark your calendars for October 2026 in Sousse to be part of this essential industry gathering.