Performance Days records solid autumn edition

The Performance Days reported sturdy attendance for the autumn edition on October 29–30. Approximately 4,500 guests got here to Munich to discover material collections and product improvements from a complete of 515 exhibitors.

The organisers had been delighted with two days brimming with vitality, change and innovation. An wonderful environment, high-calibre attendees and optimistic suggestions from all sides affirm that the commerce honest continues to seize the zeitgeist.

This yr’s focus subject “Textile to Textile – the Role of Recyclers” formed the honest each thematically and visually: the subject was showcased within the Trend Forum and ran as a typical thread by way of many conversations, stands and discussions – clear proof, in accordance with the organisers, that circularity and recycling are more and more driving the trade.

The proper timing, an excellent mixture of exhibitors and an in-depth instructional programme made the autumn edition “a complete success”, in accordance with CEO Marco Weichert.

“We see ourselves as hosts and want to offer our exhibitors, sponsors and visitors two days full of inspiration, education, new ideas, fabric innovations and a valuable, relaxed working atmosphere. I think we achieved this with flying colours over the last two days. Receiving this feedback proves that we are on the right track and encourages us to continue working consistently on our concept and quality,” mentioned Weichert.

A newly designed Innovation Area awaited guests in Hall A1 – one of many central assembly factors of the commerce honest. The Innovation Hub by FFE (Future Fabrics Expo) was developed in shut collaboration with the London-based Future Fabrics Expo.

Alongside “deep dives” into new EU laws, the realm showcased preliminary approaches to how the textiles of the longer term could be developed. Amanda Johnston, chief design officer, Future Fabrics Expo.

“Our aim is to encourage the industry to explore the variety of sustainable material alternatives in the performance sector – and to replace traditional fibres such as virgin polyester or conventional cotton, which still account for the majority of global fibre production,” mentioned Johnston.

The new Creative Area, curated in shut collaboration with designer and color professional Nora Kühner, was additionally very talked-about.

In addition to the brand new codecs, the Wool Area, together with the Wool Forum, additionally attracted an excessive amount of curiosity from guests.

The spring dates for subsequent yr have already been set: the following Performance Days are scheduled for March 18-19, 2026, at Messe München.