The Research and Innovation (R&I) Lab at ITMA provides a dedicated platform for universities, research institutes and innovation organisations to present applied research, pilot solutions and technologies with potential for industrial adoption in textile and garment manufacturing.​

Participants can demonstrate developments across key areas such as sustainable materials, circular production processes, advanced manufacturing, digitalisation and smart textiles, highlighting how these solutions address real production challenges and improve operational efficiency.​

The platform enables direct engagement with manufacturers, brands, technology providers and investors seeking practical, scalable solutions. By connecting research with industry needs, it supports the translation of research outcomes into industrial applications and facilitates pathways
towards commercialisation.​

Organisations participating in the R&I Lab contribute to advancing the textile manufacturing ecosystem by bringing forward solutions that enhance competitiveness, resource efficiency and long-term industry resilience.

Universities, colleges and educational institutions serving the textile and garment sector ​

Research institutes specialising in textiles, technical textiles and sustainability ​

Organisations focused on environmental research, standards or certification ​

Councils, clusters and networks supporting textile-related innovation​