UKFT’s Sustainability Conference 2026: Progress in Practice will explore how innovation is driving real change across the UK fashion and textile supply chain.
Join us on Wednesday 23 September from 9am to 6pm at Drapers’ Hall in London to discover the latest innovations driving a more sustainable UK fashion and textile industry. The event will highlight cutting-edge developments transforming the industry, including bio-based materials, low-impact dyes and finishes, textile reuse and recycling, data-driven circularity solutions, and the next generation of traceability and transparency.
New in 2026, the conference will feature a dedicated Textile Innovation Showcase, spotlighting pioneering solutions, breakthrough technologies and emerging innovators shaping the future of sustainable textiles.
This invite-only one-day event will bring together brands, retailers, manufacturers, researchers, innovators, policymakers and funders to focus on what’s happening now and what’s coming next. UKFT’s Sustainability Conference 2026 will provide a platform for networking, knowledge exchange and collaboration among key industry leaders from the sector. We are confident that your participation will greatly enhance the quality and depth of the discussions.
Whether you’re looking to understand what’s already happening in the UK, explore what’s coming next or demystify how to get started, secure your ticket today to move from awareness to action.
Speakers and Sessions
- Keynote: Christine Dolva Törnberg from H&M Foundation
- The Era of Bio-Based: Materials: With speakers from 29acacia, Tera Mira, Fibe, SEFF, PACT, Sustainabelle, Studio Chelsea Franklin, Solena Materials, Pentland Brands, Margaret Howell.
- Rethinking Chemistry: Colour and Finishing: With speakers from Sparxell, Demeter Bio, Amphico, DyeRecycle, The Mills Fabrica, Beyond Surface Technologies, Goldwin.
- From Waste to Value: Innovation Progress: With speakers from Epoch Biodesign, Matoha, Recover, Primark, Santis Technologies, AG, Weft, Truss AI, Buyerdock.
- The Next Frontier of Traceability: Science, Data and Proof: With speakers from Haelixa, Tailorlux, Oritain, Techstyler, TextileGenesis, Marks and Spencer, British Wool.
Please note the conference agenda is subject to change.
This is your opportunity to stay ahead of the curve, learn directly from those driving change and be part of building a more sustainable future for UK fashion and textiles.
- Discover emerging innovations in sustainable materials, colour and finishing, reuse and recycling, traceability and transparency.
- Hear from pioneers and early adopters across the UK supply chain.
- Identify practical steps to integrate innovation into your own business.
- Connect with peers, experts and innovators shaping the future of the UK fashion and textile supply chain.
- Hear from experts at the forefront of textile innovation to understand what's coming next.
This event is made possible with the support of the Textile Livery Group.
Key themes: emerging sustainable materials, low-impact dyes, advanced manufacturing, recycling infrastructure.
The UKFT Sustainability Conference offers:
- Strategic insight into policy, innovation and industry trends
- Practical examples and case studies from UK and global leaders
- Opportunities to build partnerships and expand professional networks
- Access to solutions and frameworks relevant to sustainability planning
The event is designed for senior professionals, sustainability teams, compliance practitioners and innovation stakeholders committed to driving measurable progress.
Typical conference content includes:
- Sessions on sector priorities
- Panel discussions with brand leaders, innovators and policymakers
- Case studies demonstrating real-world sustainability implementation
- Emerging technology showcases (materials, dyes, recycling systems)
- Strategic insights into regulation, standards and circular systems
Registered delegates can access selected videos, session highlights and interviews from past conferences.
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