28 - 31 October 2025 | Singapore Expo

Webinar: Advancing Textile Manufacturing in the Middle East & Africa

Join leading voices from the textile trade associations in the Middle East and Africa for a thought-provoking discussion on how manufacturers can enhance productivity through technology and compete globally.

Webinar: Advancing Textile Manufacturing in the Middle East & Africa

As the global textile industry rapidly evolves through automation and digitalisation, the textile manufacturing industry in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) presents significant opportunities. In this webinar, leading voices from the textile trade associations in the Middle East and Africa will engage in a thought-provoking discussion on how manufacturers can enhance productivity through technology and compete globally.

Key topics will include:

The development outlook for textile and garment industry in Middle East & Africa
Key challenges and opportunities in the MEA region
The role of technology in driving industrial growth in the sector

Programme

Introduction and Welcome Remarks
About ITMA ASIA + CITME, Singapore 2025
Panel Discussion: Advancing Textile Manufacturing in the Middle East & Africa
Q&A Session

Who should attend

Fabric manufacturers
Home textile manufacturers
Nonwoven and technical textile manufacturers
Garment and footwear manufacturers
Textile processing specialists
Brands/retailers
Research and educational institutes
Textile and garment associations
Agents/distributors

Why you should attend

Join us for a focused discussion on how textile manufacturers in the region can modernise operations, meet global sustainability demands and explore cost-effective technologies.

Get a preview of what to expect at ITMA ASIA + CITME in Singapore, the leading textile and garment technology exhibition in the region:

See advanced technologies in action
Meet technology manufacturers face-to-face
Discover affordable, efficient solutions tailored for growing textile markets

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Meet the Panel

Alex Zucchi

President, European Committee of Textile Machine Manufacturers (CEMATEX)

Mr Zucchi is the current President of CEMATEX and immediate past president of ACIMIT. A staunch advocate of the sustainability cause, he has spearheaded the promotion of the ACIMIT green label and the recycling of textile machinery. Currently, he is the managing director and partner of Ferraro, a manufacturer specialising in finishing machinery.

Rasha Fahim

Executive Director, Textile Export Council of Egypt (TEC)

Rasha Fahim has held the position of Executive Director at the Textile Export Council of Egypt (TEC) since 2018 with over 16 years of experience in textile export promotion and business support organisations. Her work centres on fostering international partnerships and driving the growth of Egypt’s textile export ecosystem.

Joseph O. Ikpe

National President & CEO, Garments & Footwear Factory Owners Association of Nigeria (GAFFOAN)

National President & CEO of the Garments & Footwear Factory Owners Association of Nigeria (GAFFOAN), Joseph is a business development expert with over 10 years of experience in Nigeria’s textile, garment and footwear sectors. He owns GFP, a firm offering industry insights, project management, and investment services. Joseph has mentored over 2,000 entrepreneurs, facilitated funding, and led key international fashion industry projects.

Moderated By

Behnam Ghasemi

Editor-in-Chief, Kohan Textile Journal

Mr. Ghasemi is a textile engineer and the Editor-in-Chief of Kohan Textile Journal, a leading publication focused on the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey. With over 17 years of experience in the sector, he brings deep insights on regional and global market trends. He believes the Middle Eastern and African textile industries will be the future growth hubs of the global textile economy with increased investments.