FAB Show 2026 (April 2-4, Mumbai, India)

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    India’s Premier Garment Sourcing & Manufacturing MICE Event    

The 6th edition of the Fabrics, Accessories & Beyond Show took place at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, from April 2-4, 2026. Organized by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), this B2B sourcing platform brought together over 250 exhibitors across nearly 2 lakh sq. ft. of exhibition space.

The event attracted approximately 14,000 trade visitors from over 320 cities across India, including more than 2,000 platinum dealers. International participation was significant, with buyers from 27 countries including Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the USA, UAE, Egypt, Mauritius, and China. Buyer pre-registrations increased by 12% compared to the previous year.

    Key Highlights:    

–     International Pavilion    : Featured suppliers from major textile manufacturing hubs

–     Sustainability Conclave    : Full-day by-invitation CMAI & SU.RE ECO-STITCH event on April 3

–     Sustainability Pavilion    : Showcasing eco-conscious innovations in textiles and production

–     Grand Sustainable Fashion Show    : 12 curated sequences combining AI-led design, Indian crafts, and sustainable fabrics

–     AI Integration    : Dedicated segment featuring AI solution providers for design, production, inventory, and retail

–     Future Factory Segment    : Presented by Asmeeta Mega Fashion City on sustainable manufacturing infrastructure

    Strategic Partnerships    : CMAI collaborated with leading institutions including the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Symbiosis Institute of Design, SOFT Pune, and the International School of Design to involve emerging designers.

    Industry Significance    : Santosh Katariya, President of CMAI, noted that “FAB Show has become a vital sourcing platform for India’s garment industry,” emphasizing how the show helps businesses streamline procurement amid complex and cost-sensitive supply chains.

Sustainability as Core Pillar : FAB Show’s Sustainability Conclave and Pavilion, The Meetings Show’s sustainability pillar, and Copenhagen’s positioning as a sustainable MICE destination all highlight the industry’s green transformation.

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