Heimtextil 2026 reinforced its global relevance and industry confidence by attracting a higher share of top-level decision-makers and maintaining strong international participation despite a volatile market environment. With 148 participating nations, 3,000 exhibitors and over 48,000 buyers,
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the textile industry, influencing everything from design and production to pricing, distribution, and communication. At Heimtextil 2026, taking place from 13–16 January, AI takes centre stage through a comprehensive content programme designed to translate innovation into practical business value for the global textile and
Pointcarre has introduced ‘Design Maker’ AI, revolutionizing textile design with custom patterns, Jacquard and colour separation. Pointcarre, a leader in textile design software for 35 years, has announced the launch of its innovative update, introducing the ‘Design Maker’ AI into its already powerful software. Compatible with both Mac and PC,














