AHMEDABAD - Specialists from the nonwovens industry will be amongst expert speakers at next year's Textile Association of India global conference.

The conference, which will address the strategies required to move the global textile and materials industries forward during this current period of market volatility, will be held in Ahmedabad, India, from February 25-26, 2023.

Attracting leaders and practitioners from the fields of fibre to fashion, and from advanced textiles to nonwovens, speakers and delegates will discuss realigning the sector in line with the future needs of the industry and how best to react to the new supply and demand dynamics. “This is an event of major significance for the textile industry that will deliberate key challenges and opportunities and endeavor to chart out a growth plan," said Dr. P. R. Roy, former group Chief Executive of Arvind Group, India.

Key themes under discussion will include how the industry should handle price volatility, developing new products, investments in R & D, as well as a focus on sustainability.

Amongst the industry experts presenting at the event will be Tony Fragnito, President of USA-based Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) who will travel to India to interact with industry professionals and discuss about the status of the nonwovens sector. Elsewhere, views on the status of the textile sector will be highlighted by representatives from The Southern India Mills’ Association and key companies such as Indorama Ventures while the importance of research as a way forward will be highlighted by Bryan Haynes, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of INDA.

“India’s textile industry provides both direct and indirect jobs to millions and is looking towards next phase," stated Mahendrabhai Patel, Honorary Secretary at the TAI. "The Textile Association (India) will be providing a platform for international players to discuss technical and market aspects of the industry such as R&D to enhance its strength. We are excited to put forward a major international congress to address timely issues and very pleased that key people from all over the world are attending.

"Timing is critical, as the world is witnessing a slump in the demand of commodity products. The conference will endeavor to brainstorm feasible options for growth such as the development of cost-effective advanced textile products for non-commodity markets, recycle and reuse and sustainability."