Keqiao Textile Expo Sparks a Wave of Collaboration

The 27th Keqiao Textile Expo (Autumn) 2025 opened in grand style on November 6 at the Shaoxing International Convention and Exhibition Center. The event attracted a wide range of professional delegations from across China and abroad, including professional buyers, brand owners, designers, industry associations, a Brazilian trade group, and representatives from RCEP member countries. The exhibition halls were bustling with activity, with lively discussions taking place throughout.

"The Keqiao Textile Expo has far exceeded our expectations,"said Luciano, a buyer from Brazil. His nine-member delegation, visiting China for the first time, reached preliminary cooperation agreements with 15 exhibitors at the event. Their procurement interests ranged from bridal fabric to accessories for baseball caps. He added that they plan to return for the spring edition next year.

Hangzhou Hantex Import & Export Co., Ltd., now in its third consecutive appearance at the expo, has expanded its booth from 18 to 54 square meters. General Manager Chen Jun stated that the company is focusing on product differentiation and cost-effectiveness to create more growth opportunities for its clients. In the midst of the interview, two Iranian buyers confirmed on-site their intention to purchase 50,000 meters of fabric.

This year's expo also featured a rich array of supporting events. Highlighted exhibition areas included the "2025 Fashion Design Showcase", the "Textile Innovation Zone", the themed pavilion "Four Seasons in the Textile Capital: A Millennium of Fabric Heritage", and "Oriental Aesthetics in Needlecraft—Jiangnan Yue Embroidery Exhibition". In addition, 31 professional events were held concurrently, including the New Materials Forum, the Digital Printing Technology Summit, the "Digital Textile Expo" livestream series, and flash runway shows— together creating a vibrant ecosystem that blends exhibitions, forums, competitions, and fashion presentations.