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FYI COMPANY CACHET Read on about the brands in vogue... SHANGHAITEX 2019 Rapid technological development is reshaping the global textile and fashion industry. New technologies, new materials, and new ideas are challenging everything that is existing. ShanghaiTex 2019, in addition to showcasing top-notch textile technology, will also introduce the ‘Textech Galaxy’, which will explore how new technology is transforming different parts of the fashion industry with three rising stars—artificial intelligence (AI), wearable technology, and start- ups. It is also a forward-looking international hub, gathering people who are interested in exploring textile and fashion possibilities, and bridging the gap between the textile, fashion, and technology industries. The show demonstrates new materials, technologies, worldwide textile machinery, manufacturers’ applications, a massive number of exhibitors, and passionate visitors participating from all around the world. The next edition of this global event is scheduled from November 25–28, 2019, in Shanghai, China. FACTS & FIGURES 2017: • 1,158 Exhibitors • 65,399 Visitors • 103,500 sq. m of total exhibition area MAIN EXHIBIT PROFILE: • Bleaching, dyeing, printing, finishing, and making-up machinery • Digital printing machinery • Fibre manufacturing machinery • Knitting and hosiery machinery • Machinery and accessories for apparel • Mill management instruments • New materials, technology and designs for knitting products • Non-woven fabric and tufting machinery • Software and information technology (IT) for textile and garment industry (CAD/CAM/CIM) • Spare parts and accessories for textile and garment machinery • Spinning machinery • Techtextile technology and products • Testing and measuring equipment • Textile chemicals • Warp-knitting, embroidery k i i b id and d weaving machinery • Yarn twisters, winders and accessories TRAVEL PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS: • Return economy class airfares including all taxes • Accommodation with daily continental breakfast at 4-star category hotel • Daily Indian dinner • Return group airport transfers • Return group fairground transfers • City tour of Shanghai and a cruise ride of Shanghai Tower • Services of Cox & Kings tour manager Industry professionals must take advantage of Cox and Kings’ expertise and visit this trade fair to stay tuned with the latest innovations and trends of the industry. This event would be a unique platform to explore one's knowledge, and establish business and contacts worldwide. APPAREL I June 2019 I 103