The 64th Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress (GFC) will be held from 10 to 12 September 2025 at the Kulturhaus Dornbirn, Austria. Organised by Dornbirn-GFC as part of their annual congress series, the event forms a leading platform for the fibre and textile industry’s research, innovation and networking.

The focus for this edition centres on three key thematic tracks:  

• Work- & Protective Wear, Defence;  
• Carbon Stewardship: Harnessing Biomass, Recycling & Capture for a Sustainable Future; and
• Fiber Innovations: From Production to Application.  

As part of the 5th Innovation Days, the congress spotlights young innovators and emerging companies this year for the first time, all such participants will present their innovations live on the main stage, with a panel of industry experts selecting an outstanding innovation for a special award. The congress promises over 100 expert lectures and expansive opportunities for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and professional networking.

Registration is now open, and full details including the comprehensive programme, ticketing, and additional information are available on the official Dornbirn-GFC website.