UKFT has partnered with the Textiles Recycling Expo, which will take place for the first time on 4-5 June 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, to become a central platform for innovation, collaboration and education for professionals in the textile recycling industry.

The textile industry is one of the largest contributors to waste globally. Each year, millions of tonnes of clothing and fabrics are being lost to landfill/incineration or are being exported in regions with lower labour costs, despite the fact that much of this material could be reused or repurposed.  By partnering with the Textiles Recycling Expo we aim to expand our impact by supporting initiatives that extend the lifecycle of textiles and promote a circular economy.

Our work with ACT UK (Automatic-sorting for Circularity in Textiles) and CFIN (Circular Fashion Innovation Network) has laid a strong foundation in advancing circularity within the UK fashion and textile industries. Through these projects, we have built an extensive network of stakeholders committed to rethinking waste and fostering innovation in material reuse. This new partnership with the Textiles Recycling Expo enables us to expand on that progress, driving greater collaboration between industry players, policymakers and sustainability advocates.

Attendees of Textiles Recycling Expo can network with pioneering suppliers, explore the latest technologies and innovations, and engage with industry leaders in a collaborative forum to share valuable insights.

The exhibition in Belgium will unite global experts in textiles, recycling, waste, manufacturing, clothing suppliers and retail. Textiles Recycling Expo will also feature a comprehensive conference with expert speakers and showcase innovative exhibitors like AIMPLAS, Andtritz, Stadler, Picvisa, Redwave, Valvan and more.

The event is organised by AMI and backed by leading associations including EuRIC, Fedustria, ReHubs , ASTRI, the Textiles Recycling Association and many more. AMI is a leading provider of international exhibitions and conferences for the recycling market, their portfolio includes the Plastics Recycling World Expos which take place in Europe, the USA and India, plus conferences focused on both mechanical and chemical recycling. The company also publishes Plastics Recycling World magazine and produces in-depth market reports on recycling trends.

For more information on taking part in the event, and to complete your free registration visit: www.textilesrecyclingexpo.com