Fact Finding Mission Textile & Fashion – 23 to 28 November 2025
China is transforming at lightning speed. The government is investing billions in innovation hubs for digital production, on-demand models and new materials. These hubs are open to international collaboration and offer unique opportunities for Dutch companies and knowledge institutions – from startups and SMEs to established brands. The Dutch government (RVO) invites you, working in textiles and fashion, to participate in this trade mission.
Why participate?
- Increase your knowledge and position in a market that sets the tone in the field of innovation.
- Meet both large-scale institutions and smaller companies that offer concrete opportunities for collaboration.
- Experience on site how Dutch expertise can connect with the Chinese innovation agenda.
What can you expect?
During the Fact Finding Mission Textile & Fashion you will have direct access to:
- Manufacturing innovations: from on-demand knitting to state-of-the-art supply chains in southern China.
- Chinese innovation hubs: government-supported centers where experimentation and upscaling go hand in hand.
- Materials development: sustainable yarns, circular textile flows and new dyeing techniques that are guiding the international market.
- Collaboration with MSMEs: smaller Chinese companies that are open to international co-creation.
- Top institutes such as HKRITA and Hong Kong PolyU, global leaders in recycling, traceability and digitization.
Practical information
- Date: 23–28 November 2025
- Locations: Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hong Kong
- Program & registration: rvo.nl/evenementen/handelsmissie-china-textielsector
Contact
Leontine Wagenaar – info@spizes.nl – +31 6 1650 3013
