Full of circular inspiration

program 2025

This year’s program once again was inspiring and meaningful. A diverse line-up of themes that really matter within the circular textile sector – from workwear to fashion, from outdoor to sports and shoes.

A balanced mix of perspectives, innovative solutions and real-life stories. All focused to embracing circular business models in textiles. Something for every professional to discover.

Program by area of expertise

Six professional topics in the field of circular textiles are classified. Click on the expertise for a tailored program.

  • Consultancy

    Explore: policy frameworks, legislation, compliance strategies. & workshops on unlocking DPP & EPR.

  • Buyer

    Explore: Materials at scale, trims & accessories, repair/resale partners.

  • CSR

    Explore: Compliance, data, stakeholder engagement, impact metrics.

  • Design & Development

    Explore: new materials, product innovation, durability insights & Innovators Gallery.

  • Manufacturing

    Explore: Production efficiency, certifications, integrating recycled inputs & UPV matchmaking.

  • Supplier

    Explore: Visibility, partnerships, positioning & UPV matchmaking tables.
    Visit: Innovators Gallery.

Exhibitors by area of expertise

TextielCampus Tilburg
GAIA circulair  |  Rütex 360
Green Gear Alliance
Green Worms
Innovative Textiles from North
Remake Society
Rhine-Westphalia/GE
MOOT Upcycling
Sympany
Textielmakers
United Repair Centre

bAwear Score
Matoha
Reverse Resources
Swatchloop
Tappr
tex.tracer

Control Union Certifications
NEN
NewTexEco research community
tExtended

EE Labels
IBQ Textiles
Klopman International – TDV Industries
NILTEXTILE
Trimco Group
YKK Nederland B.V.

Lamoral Coatings

Circular Innovations
Messe Frankfurt

European Recycling Platform Netherlands
HOGENT FTILab+ | Fedustria | Centexbel
Modint
Stichting UPV Textiel

Allshoes Professional Footwear
Innovative Textiles from North Rhine-Westphalia/GE
Keen On Design

ANTEX
Innovative Textiles from North Rhine-Westphalia/GE
SaXcell
Spinning Jenny
Turkish Textile

BioFashionTech
Brightfiber Textiles
CIBUTEX I Collectief Circulair Textiel
CIRCULR. | ClubHub
Purfi | Concordia Textiles
RE&UP Recycling Technologies
Reju
THA – DATIpilot Innovation Community Circular Textiles
VALVAN
VODDE CIRCULAR SPAIN

Fibre to Fibre | Company Fits
Groenendijk Bedrijfskleding
Schijvens Corporate Fashion
VeiligGoed

Explore the program

September 10

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September 11

  • Presentation Exhibitor

  • Presentation Associate

  • Presentation participant Innovation Square

  • Presentation external

  • Side event

  • Workshop

MAIN STAGE INNOVATION INTERACTION AREA WORKSHOP SIDE EVENT
15.00
Bridging the Gap: From Ambition to Reality
Opening Session
15.00 - 15.20
Bridging the Gap: From Ambition to RealityKick off Circular Textile Days 2026 with our opening session, introducing this year's central theme: From Ambition to Reality. Together, we will explore where the textile industry stands today, the challenges of turning ambitious circular goals into action, and the opportunities that lie ahead. Featuring leading voices from across the value chain, this session sets the stage for two days of collaboration, innovation, and practical solutions. Speakers will be announced soon.
From Ambition to Action – Proven Business Cases
Panel Discussion
15.20 - 15.30
From Ambition to Action – Proven Business CasesWhat does circularity look like in practice? This panel brings together leaders from the workwear and fashion sectors to share concrete business cases, measurable KPIs, lessons learned, and proven implementation models. Discover how organisations are translating circular ambitions into scalable business strategies, the challenges they've encountered, and the insights that can help accelerate progress across the industry.
15.15
15.30
Measurable Impact in Fashion & Workwear
Panel Discussion
15.30 - 15.40
Measurable Impact in Fashion & WorkwearHow do you turn circular ambitions into measurable progress? Too often, companies set ambitious goals without defining clear KPIs, making it difficult to measure success and drive real change. In this panel, brands share practical business cases, lessons learned, and proven approaches to implementing circular strategies. Discover how measurable targets, transparent reporting, and collaboration can help bridge the gap between ambition and reality.
15.45
16.00
16.15
16.30
16.45
Practical Tools for Circular Textiles
Toolbox Session
16.45 - 17.00
Practical Tools for Circular TextilesJoin Edwin Maes (Centexbel) for a practical toolbox session exploring methodologies, tools, and best practices to support circular textile implementation. Gain hands-on insights into translating circular ambitions into practical actions, improving processes, and accelerating progress across the textile value chain.
17.00
17.15
17.30
CTD Café
Networking & Industry Discussions
17.30 - 18.30
CTD CaféThe CTD Café is the place to connect, exchange ideas, and continue the conversations sparked throughout the event. Join fellow professionals, speakers, exhibitors, and innovators for informal discussions, networking, and knowledge sharing in a relaxed setting. Whether you're looking to make new connections or dive deeper into industry topics, the CTD Café is open throughout the event.
17.45
18.00
18.15
18.30
DJ & Networking
Connect, unwind and enjoy the atmosphere
18.30 - 21.00
DJ & NetworkingWrap up the day with music, drinks and informal networking. Connect with fellow visitors, exhibitors, speakers and partners in a relaxed setting while continuing the conversations from the programme.
18.45
19.00
19.15
19.30
19.45
20.00
20.15
20.30
20.45
No events available!

September 11

  • Presentation Exhibitor

  • Presentation Associate

  • Presentation participant Innovation Square

  • Presentation external

  • Side event

  • Workshop

No events available!
No events available!

A new chapter in a historic textile region

Tilburg has been a textile city for centuries.

Today it hosts recyclers, research institutes, manufacturers and circular pioneers, making it a natural home for the next phase of Circular Textile Days.