Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress 2026 will be held from 16 to 18 September 2026 at Kulturhaus Dornbirn in Austria. The congress serves as an international knowledge platform addressing technological, environmental and systemic developments across natural, synthetic and bio based fibres.

The programme focuses on circular economy strategies, including mechanical, chemical and enzymatic recycling as well as renewable carbon and regenerative models for natural fibres. Further sessions address digital transformation, artificial intelligence in material development, data transparency and digital product passports.

Additional thematic areas include high performance and functional fibres, protective and workwear applications, hybrid fibre systems and cross sector collaboration between fibre, textile and paper industries. The congress connects research, industry and policy stakeholders to exchange technical insights and discuss scalable solutions across the fibre value chain.

Audience

Fibre manufacturers
Textile producers
Research organisations and universities
Material scientists and engineers
Policy stakeholders
Industry associations

Focus areas

Circular fibre systems
Recycling technologies
Artificial intelligence and data in textiles
Functional and high performance fibres
Protective and workwear materials
Cross sector fibre innovation

Format

International congress
Expert presentations
Thematic sessions
Industry and research exchange
Networking platform

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Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress 2025 in Austria.