{"id":53844,"date":"2026-04-03T14:09:29","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T08:39:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newstrackbhopal.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/03\/strong-trade-attendance-indicates-industry-confidence-at-fab-show-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-04-03T14:09:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T08:39:29","slug":"strong-trade-attendance-indicates-industry-confidence-at-fab-show-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newstrackbhopal.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/03\/strong-trade-attendance-indicates-industry-confidence-at-fab-show-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Strong Trade Attendance Indicates Industry Confidence at FAB Show 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><strong>Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 03:<\/strong>\u00a0The 6th edition of the Fabrics, Accessories &amp; Beyond Show (FAB Show 2026), organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), was inaugurated today by Industry Leaders at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. Scheduled from April 2 to 4, 2026, the show brings together the entire textile and garment supply chain under one roof, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and emerging technologies shaping the future of the industry.\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>FAB Show 2026 ongoing till April 4 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai<\/li>\n<li>International Pavilion debuts alongside strong domestic textile clusters participations<\/li>\n<li>Showcase of Sustainability solutions and AI solution providers at FAB Show 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The CMAI FAB Show 2026 has drawn great interest at the inauguration, attracting a large number of export houses, textile export houses, and international textile suppliers. This strong turnout shows the event\u2019s appeal as a key gathering for the apparel and fabric industry.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/newstrackbhopal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/PNN-2026-04-03T110331371.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-105595\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Guests of Honour who inaugurated the FAB Show 2026<\/strong>\u00a0included Rushabh Gala \u2013 Zola Fashions, Deepak Sheta \u2013 Indoera; Santosh Bandari Yadav \u2013 Aditya Birla, Kapil Biradar \u2013 Aditya Birla Fashion &amp; Retail, Pragati Srivastava \u2013 Rayomd Lifestyle, Essdee Shanmugasundaram \u2013 President, South India Hosiery Manufacturers\u2019 Association, among others. Office bearers of regional industry associations were also felicitated during the inauguration ceremony present at the inauguration included The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce &amp; Industry; Federation of Surat Textile Traders Association; Garment Exporters Association of Rajasthan; Indore Readymade Vastra Vyapari Sangh and Eastern UP Exporters Association.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Spanning nearly 2 lakh sq. ft. of exhibition space, the show features over 250 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations in fabrics, trims, accessories, machinery, and ancillary services. As India\u2019s largest B2B sourcing platform for the garment industry, FAB Show 2026 provides a comprehensive marketplace for manufacturers, exporters, retailers, private labels, and e-commerce players to discover new materials, build sourcing partnerships, and enhance business efficiency. The show is expected to attract over 14,000 trade visitors from more than 320 cities across India, along with international buyers from 27 countries including Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, US, UAE, Egypt, Mauritius, China and others.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/newstrackbhopal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/PNN-2026-04-03T110410495.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-105596\"><\/figure>\n<p>A key highlight of this year\u2019s edition is the debut of an International Pavilion, featuring leading suppliers from one of the world\u2019s largest textile manufacturing hubs, alongside strong participation from domestic textile clusters such as Surat, Ahmedabad, Bhilwara, Jaipur, Ludhiana, Gurugram &amp; NCR, Erode, Tiruppur, Bengaluru, and Mumbai. Curated business networking sessions are also being held to enable focused interactions between brands, corporates, exporters, international buyers, and key decision-makers.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on the occasion,\u00a0<strong>Santosh Katariya, President, Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI)<\/strong>, said, \u201c<em>FAB Show has become a vital sourcing platform for India\u2019s garment industry. As supply chains become more complex and cost-sensitive, having access to reliable suppliers and innovative materials under one roof is essential. This edition brings together a diverse mix of Indian and global participants, helping businesses streamline sourcing and improve efficiency while adapting to new industry demands.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/newstrackbhopal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/PNN-2026-04-03T110501072.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-105597\"><\/figure>\n<p>The Surat Pavilion features over 50 stalls, showcasing the city\u2019s growing strength as a diverse textile hub. Once known primarily as a polyester centre, Surat has steadily evolved into a multi-fabric destination, now producing and manufacturing a wide range of cotton and sustainable fabrics.<\/p>\n<p>Highlighting the increasing role of technology, FAB Show 2026 also features select Artificial Intelligence solution providers offering advanced capabilities across design, production, inventory, and retail. A special segment on \u201cFuture Factory\/Green Factories\u201d by Magus Fashion City showcases next-generation sustainable manufacturing infrastructure, underlining the industry\u2019s shift towards smart and responsible production.<\/p>\n<p>Emphasising the growing importance of technology and sustainability,\u00a0<strong>Naveen Sainani, Chairman of the FAB Show,\u00a0<\/strong>added, \u201c<em>This edition reflects the industry\u2019s shift towards smarter and more responsible manufacturing. With the integration of AI-led solutions and a stronger focus on sustainable practices, FAB Show 2026 offers businesses the opportunity to explore future-ready sourcing options and strengthen their competitiveness.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Sustainability continues to be a central theme at FAB Show 2026. The event features a dedicated Sustainability Pavilion showcasing eco-conscious innovations across textiles, accessories, certifications, and responsible production processes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Recognised as a key sourcing destination for the apparel industry, FAB Show 2026 reflects CMAI\u2019s continued efforts to support the garment ecosystem by connecting manufacturers with suppliers, service providers, and innovators. The show is witnessing strong participation from sourcing teams of leading garment manufacturers, export houses, retailers, and e-commerce companies.<\/p>\n<p>The visitor profile includes garment manufacturers, exporters, private labels, agents and distributors, retailers, corporates, wholesalers, e-commerce players, and other industry stakeholders. This edition is expected to attract over 14,000 trade visitors from across India, including more than 2,000 platinum dealers, along with international buyers from countries such as Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the United States, UAE, Egypt, Mauritius, China, and others.<\/p>\n<p><strong>CMAI office bearers\u00a0<\/strong>present at the inauguration included Santosh Katariya \u2013 President, Rohit Munjal \u2013 Vice President, Ankur Gadia \u2013 Vice President, Naveen Sainani \u2013 Hon. Gen. Secretary &amp; Chairman FAB Show, Paresh Vora \u2013 Hon. Treasurer, Dinesh Nandu \u2013 Jt. Treasurer, Anand Golecha \u2013 Jt. Chairman FAB, Dr. Ajoy Bhattacharya \u2013 Reg. Chairman Gujarat, Rahul Mehta \u2013 Chief Mentor, among others.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>As India\u2019s textile and apparel industry continues to evolve, FAB Show 2026 serves as a key platform for strengthening the sourcing ecosystem by connecting stakeholders with innovative materials, advanced technologies, and sustainable solutions. With a growing emphasis on efficiency, resilience, and future-ready supply chains, the show continues to play a crucial role in reinforcing India\u2019s position as a global sourcing hub.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><em>If you object to the content of this press release, please notify us at pr.error.rectification@gmail.com. We will respond and rectify the situation within 24 hours.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 03:\u00a0The 6th edition of the Fabrics, Accessories &amp; Beyond Show (FAB Show 2026), organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), was inaugurated today by Industry Leaders at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. 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