The 40th edition of Garment Technology Expo (GTE) 2026 has opened at Gayatri Vihar Palace Ground in Bengaluru, bringing together garment manufacturers, technology providers, exporters, machinery companies and industry professionals from across India’s apparel and textile manufacturing ecosystem.
Being held from 18 to 20 September 2026, the three-day Garment Technology Expo 2026 is showcasing a wide range of technologies designed to support productivity, manufacturing efficiency, quality improvement and competitiveness in the garment industry.
With more than 120 exhibitors participating across approximately 70,000 sq. ft. of exhibition space, the event provides industry stakeholders with an opportunity to discover new machinery, compare production technologies and connect with solution providers.
Garment Technology Expo 2026 Showcases Latest Manufacturing Technologies
The Garment Technology Expo 2026 features technologies covering several critical stages of garment production. The exhibition includes solutions for sewing, cutting, embroidery, finishing, automation and digitalisation, reflecting the industry’s increasing adoption of technology-driven manufacturing processes.
Live machinery demonstrations are a key feature of the exhibition, allowing visitors to see equipment operating in real production environments. These demonstrations enable manufacturers and buyers to understand machine capabilities, evaluate performance and discuss their specific production requirements directly with technology suppliers.
The exhibition is also providing a platform for companies to present solutions aimed at improving operational efficiency and supporting modern garment manufacturing facilities.
Focus on Automation and Digitalisation
The Garment Technology Expo 2026 comes at a time when apparel manufacturers are increasingly evaluating automation and digital technologies to improve production processes.
Rising demand for efficient manufacturing, consistent quality and faster production cycles has increased the importance of advanced machinery and automated solutions across the garment sector. Technologies showcased at GTE 2026 are addressing these requirements by focusing on productivity, precision and streamlined manufacturing operations.
Digitalisation is another important theme at the exhibition, with technology providers demonstrating solutions that can support data-driven production and more efficient factory operations.
Bengaluru Edition Brings Together Apparel Industry Stakeholders
The Bengaluru edition of the Garment Technology Expo serves as a meeting point for stakeholders from the apparel and garment manufacturing ecosystem. The event brings together manufacturers, exporters, machinery suppliers, technology companies and professionals involved in apparel production.
The exhibition also covers related sectors including made-ups, knitting machinery and accessories, providing visitors with access to a broader range of manufacturing technologies and equipment.
For garment manufacturers in southern India, the Bengaluru edition provides an opportunity to interact with technology suppliers and evaluate machinery without travelling to other major exhibition markets.
GTE’s Growth Since Its Launch in 2001
The Garment Technology Expo has grown significantly since its launch in 2001. The exhibition initially began with 87 participants and approximately 4,700 visitors.
Over the years, GTE has expanded its presence across major garment manufacturing markets in India and established itself as a platform for showcasing garment manufacturing machinery and technologies.
According to the organiser, an earlier New Delhi edition recorded participation from 327 participants representing more than 800 companies and brands from 22 countries. The edition also attracted more than 21,000 trade visitors, highlighting the growing interest in garment manufacturing technology exhibitions in India.
The growth of GTE reflects the expansion of India’s apparel manufacturing sector and the increasing importance of technology in improving production capabilities.
Bengaluru GTE Edition Since 2006
The Bengaluru edition of the Garment Technology Expo was introduced in 2006. Since then, the event has developed into an important meeting point for companies and professionals operating in the apparel, made-ups, knitting machinery and accessories segments.
Bengaluru’s position as a major industrial and business centre has contributed to the city’s importance as a destination for industry exhibitions and business events.
The 2026 edition continues this legacy by bringing together technology suppliers and garment industry stakeholders under one platform.
120+ Exhibitors Participate in GTE 2026
More than 120 exhibitors are participating in Garment Technology Expo 2026, occupying approximately 70,000 sq. ft. of exhibition space.
Participating companies are showcasing machinery, equipment, technologies and solutions covering different stages of garment manufacturing. Visitors can explore equipment for cutting, sewing, embroidery and finishing, along with automation and digitalisation solutions.
The exhibition format allows manufacturers and buyers to compare different technologies and communicate directly with suppliers. This can help industry professionals understand the suitability of various solutions for their individual manufacturing requirements.
Live Machinery Demonstrations Attract Industry Visitors
One of the major attractions of GTE 2026 is its focus on live machinery demonstrations. Instead of viewing machinery only through displays and product information, visitors can observe equipment in operation.
Live demonstrations can provide manufacturers with a better understanding of machine functionality, operating processes and potential applications within their production facilities.
The demonstrations also create opportunities for visitors to discuss technical specifications, production requirements and possible technology applications with exhibitors.
GTE 2026 Supports Technology-Led Garment Manufacturing
The focus of Garment Technology Expo 2026 reflects the broader transformation taking place within the apparel manufacturing industry.
Garment manufacturers are increasingly looking at technologies that can help improve production efficiency, reduce operational bottlenecks and maintain consistent quality. Automation and digitalisation are becoming important components of this transition as factories seek to modernise their production capabilities.
By bringing machinery manufacturers, technology providers and garment industry professionals together, GTE provides a dedicated environment for exploring these developments.
Strategic Partnership Strengthens GTE’s Expansion
The exhibition is organised under Garment Technology Expo Pvt Ltd. In 2025, the company entered into a strategic partnership with India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML) to jointly organise and expand the exhibition.
The partnership is aimed at supporting the continued development of GTE and strengthening its presence within India’s exhibition and garment technology ecosystem.
The collaboration also comes as India’s manufacturing and textile sectors continue to focus on technology adoption, production capabilities and global competitiveness.
Garment Technology Expo 2026 Event Details
The Garment Technology Expo 2026 is being held from 18 to 20 September 2026 at Gayatri Vihar Palace Ground, Bengaluru.
The three-day exhibition brings together more than 120 exhibitors across approximately 70,000 sq. ft. of exhibition space. The event focuses on garment manufacturing technologies covering sewing, cutting, embroidery, finishing, automation and digitalisation.
Industry professionals attending the exhibition can explore machinery demonstrations, meet technology providers and evaluate solutions relevant to their production operations.
Garment Technology Expo 2026 Concludes on September 20
The 40th Garment Technology Expo 2026 will continue at Gayatri Vihar Palace Ground, Bengaluru, through 20 September 2026.
With its focus on machinery, automation, digitalisation and manufacturing technologies, the exhibition is providing garment manufacturers and industry professionals with a platform to explore the latest developments in apparel production.
The 40th edition also marks another milestone in the evolution of GTE, which has expanded considerably since its first edition in 2001 and continues to connect India’s garment manufacturing industry with technology providers and machinery companies.
