The future of knitwear: Innovations between AI, sustainability & smart textiles
At the event on June 15 & 16, 2026, you can expect exciting insights into the latest developments in knitting technologies, functional textiles and innovative production processes.
You can look forward to topics such as:
🧵 3D moldable structures made from lignin and cellulose – sustainable material solutions with new design possibilities
🌿 Cosmetotextiles with cannabidiol (CBD) – focus on therapeutically effective textiles
🤖 AI-supported quality assurance in knitting processes – intelligent systems for greater efficiency and precision
🫧 Pneumatically driven origami knitting structures – interactive textiles rethought
♻️ High-performance warp knitting with recycled fiber yarns – combining productivity and sustainability
📡 3D/4D scanning for customized mass production – digital solutions for precisely tailored knitwear
In addition to professional exchange and current research results, the event offers numerous opportunities for networking with experts from industry and research.
When: 15 June 2026 from 14:30-18:00 // 16 June 2026 from 09:00-13:00