The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies (VIATT) returns to Ho Chi Minh City from 26 – 28 February 2026, reaffirming its position as ASEAN’s most comprehensive platform covering the entire textile value chain. Held at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), VIATT 2026 will bring together global suppliers, buyers and innovators across apparel, home, technical textiles and textile technologies.
Building on strong momentum from its previous editions, VIATT 2026 is set to deliver an expanded, future-focused showcase that reflects Vietnam’s growing role as a vertically and horizontally integrated textile powerhouse.
A Larger, More International Showcase
Following nearly 13% exhibitor growth in its second edition, VIATT 2026 will expand its exhibition space by 20%, growing from 15,000 sqm to 18,000 sqm and occupying the full area of Halls A and B. The show is expected to welcome over 460 exhibitors and attract buyers from more than 70 countries and regions, with exhibitors representing 24 countries and regions.
This expansion includes new dedicated zones for:
🔸 Apparel and finished fashion products
🔸 Fashion accessories
🔸 Textile chemicals and dyes
The scale and diversity of the show floor underscore VIATT’s role as a key sourcing and networking hub for the global textile industry.
Why Attend VIATT 2026?
VIATT offers a trade fair experience unlike any other in Vietnam or the wider ASEAN region, combining product sourcing, trend discovery, innovation and sustainability in one platform.
Key benefits:
🔸 End-to-end value chain coverage: from yarns and fibres through fabrics, garments and finished products to textile technologies
🔸 Full spectrum of product categories across apparel, home & contract, and technical textiles
🔸 International sourcing opportunities, connecting buyers with suppliers from across Asia and beyond
🔸 A strong focus on innovation and digitalisation, supporting future-ready manufacturing
🔸 Dedicated sustainability initiatives, highlighting eco-friendly materials and production methods
🔸 Insight-driven fringe programmes, offering market intelligence, trend forecasting and technical know-how
🔸 High-quality networking, enabling meaningful connections with industry peers and decision-makers
Apparel Fabrics & Fashion: Driving Sustainable Growth
Vietnam’s textile and garment industry generated over USD 44 billion in 2024, with exports targeting USD 48 billion in the near term. As manufacturers shift towards value-added, design-led and sustainable production, VIATT 2026 will expand its Apparel Fabrics & Fashion offering accordingly.
New highlights include:
🔸 An expanded range of finished apparel products
🔸 The debut Fashion Label Zone, showcasing boutique fashion houses
🔸 A dedicated Fashion Accessories Zone featuring bags, footwear, jewellery and related products
These additions will serve fashion designers, garment manufacturers and international brands, building on strong buyer participation from names such as Zara, Tory Burch, Nike, Puma, Lululemon, M&S and Target in previous editions.
Home & Contract Textiles: Supporting a Growing Market
Vietnam’s home textile market continues to benefit from urbanisation, rising incomes and evolving lifestyle preferences, with the sector projected to grow from USD 3 billion in 2025 to nearly USD 4 billion by 2030.
VIATT 2026 will showcase a comprehensive range of:
🔸 Bedding, bath and table linen
🔸 Curtains and upholstery fabrics
🔸 Decorative and contract-grade textiles
The enhanced Home & Contract Textiles display will cater to both residential and hospitality applications, attracting buyers from brands such as IKEA, Muji and Novotel. Sustainability-certified suppliers will be easier to identify through the Econogy Check and Econogy Finder, streamlining responsible sourcing.
Technical Textiles & Technologies: Advancing the Innovation Frontier
As global demand for technical textiles continues to rise, VIATT 2026 will further strengthen its Technical Textiles & Technologies segment. The show will cover key application areas including:
🔸 Industrial, automotive and medical textiles
🔸 Protective wear and smart textiles
🔸 Nonwovens and advanced textile solutions
A major new feature is the Textile Chemicals & Dyes Zone, presenting solutions for:
🔸 Chemical recycling and fibre production
🔸 Finishing, coating and pre-treatment processes
🔸 Dyes, pigments and weaving and knitting preparation
Alongside this, the Innovation & Digital Solutions Zone will spotlight cutting-edge technologies, from AI-driven prototyping to automation and smart manufacturing systems, enabling exhibitors and buyers to explore efficiency, traceability and digital transformation.
Sustainability at the Core: Econogy at VIATT
Sustainability remains a cornerstone of VIATT 2026. The return of the Econogy Hub will showcase eco-friendly materials, low-impact dyeing technologies, recycled synthetics and organic fibres, aligning with Vietnam’s ambition to establish a closed-loop textile economy by 2050.
Through initiatives such as the Econogy Check, VIATT provides independent verification of exhibitors’ sustainability credentials, enhancing transparency and trust across the supply chain.
Knowledge, Trends and Inspiration
Beyond sourcing, VIATT 2026 will deliver a dynamic fringe programme, featuring:
🔸 Specialised trend forums
🔸 Sustainable textile showcases
🔸 Designer fashion shows
🔸 Expert-led seminars and panel discussions
These sessions offer valuable insights into global trends, market developments and future opportunities across the textile industry.
A Strategic Platform for the Global Textile Industry
Organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (VIETRADE), VIATT continues to gain international recognition as a pivotal platform supporting Vietnam’s evolution from volume-driven production to innovative, value-led and sustainable manufacturing.
VIATT 2026 will take place from 26 – 28 February 2026 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC).
